IOC removes baseball and softball from Olympic program
The IOC kicked baseball and softball out of the Olympics effective for 2012 with a secret vote in Singapore, ending their status as Olympic sports after initial inclusion in 1992. The decision leaves a final Beijing appearance in 2008 and potential reapplication for 2016, drawing strong reactions from athletes including Lisa Fernandez Crysta Bustos and Dot Richardson.
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Armstrong Sees Tough France Climb Ahead in Tour
Lance Armstrong eyes the Col de la Schlucht as the Tour de France moves into eastern France. After a stable first week he holds a 55 second lead over George Hincapie, with Robbie McEwen winning stage seven in Karlsruhe.
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Hughes Leaves Wizards to Sign with Cavaliers
Free agent guard Larry Hughes informed the Washington Wizards he is leaving to join the Cleveland Cavaliers. His agent said negotiations are ongoing but Washington will not retain him as part of the Wizards Big Three with Arenas and Jamison. The move ends Hughes’ stint with a playoff run that included a first round win over the Bulls.
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National notes mix of high school ties and NFL paths
In Utah the senior defensive end Marquess Ledbetter will miss the 2005 season after knee surgery for a torn tendon. Other notes cover college departures at IU and racing headlines from Joliet with Ryan Newman on the Busch pole and NASCAR Cup results.
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Red Wings Part Ways With Coach Lewis
Detroit General Manager Ken Holland announced at a news conference that Dave Lewis will not return as the Red Wings coach. Lewis' contract expired, ending his tenure since 1987, with Mike Fabbcock named as potential successor and Holland noting Lewis was informed a day earlier.
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Hoosiers Sign Florida Quarterback Kellen Lewis
Indiana lands Florida teen Kellen Lewis after he threw for over 2,600 yards and 24 touchdowns at Mandarin High School in Jacksonville. The 6 foot 3, 185 pound signal caller signed a national letter of intent and will enroll in August to be eligible this season. He also played cornerback.
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