Ducks reach Stanley Cup Final in unlikely rise
Anaheim, once mocked as a cartoon team, reaches the final behind goalie Jean-Sebastien Giguere and a revamped roster led by GM Bryan Murray and coach Mike Babcock. Jeff Friesen, traded from Anaheim to New Jersey, faces his former club in a tale of surprising success and unforgettable playoff form.
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Regional tennis meets resume with district pairings today
Girls regional team tennis resumes across 2A and 1A with Ken nedy and Muscatine hosting, 9 a.m. starts, semifinals at 1 p.m. Cedar Rapids Xavier hosts Camanche and Decorah meets Arlington-Parkersburg at 3 p.m. on Wednesday.
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Agassi Crahes into French Open Match Matchup
Andre Agassi, the oldest top seed, opened at Roland Garros with a straight sets win over Karol Beck 6-2 6-3 6-3 as Serena Williams extended her Grand Slam winning streak to 29 with a 6-2 6-1 victory over Barbara Rittner. Williams seeks a fifth straight major title while Agassi eyes another major title.
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Delic Captures NCAA Men's Singles Title
Amer Delic of Illinois won the NCAA men's singles championship in Athens defeating Benedikt Dorsch of Baylor 6 4. Delic is Illinois first champion and the Big Ten's previous titleholder was Michigan's Mike Leach in 1982.
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NHL Stanley Cup Finals schedule update
The best of seven series opens with Anaheim at New Jersey at 7 p.m. Tonight. New Jersey hosts Anaheim Saturday at 7 p.m. If needed, games are Thursday June 5, Saturday June 7 and Monday June 9.
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De Ferran Still Chasing Thrills After Indy Win
Indy's Gil de Ferran says he plans to keep racing while he still feels the thrill. Despite two serious crashes in nine months and a recent concussion, neck and back injuries, he emphasizes personal challenge over retirement as he balances family concerns and a celebrated CART career.
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Rain Halts Coca-Cola 600. Johnson Wins Early
NASCAR stopped the Coca-Cola 600 after 276 laps due to a heavy shower at Lowe's Motor Speedway. Jimmie Johnson was declared winner, claiming his second straight race victory in this event and a $1 million Winston payday earlier in May. Ryan Newman finished fifth as Matt Kenseth settled for second after the rain delay.
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