NHL to open 65th season October 6
The National Hockey League will begin its 65th regular season on October 6. President John Ziegler cited strong owner finances, high attendance, and a plan to create a new trophy for multi goalie systems while confirming no franchise moves planned. The league also amended a resolution banning brand-name gear on game equipment unless manufacturers pay for advertising.
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Canucks Lock In Smyl On Four Year Contract
Vancouver Canucks right winger Stan Smyl signs a four year deal with an option. Base around 145000 per year with bonuses could raise total earnings. GM Jake Milford notes Smyl is a unique long term fit and will not abuse the contract.
Last Chetwynd gymkhana marks final ride and vote
With one gymkhana left on September 27 at Chetwynd Gymkhana Club all members will ride and vote for the most sportsmanlike person of the year at sign up. The trophy winner will be announced at the fall banquet. The October meeting moves to October 5 due to Thanksgiving. Members urged to participate and help finalize banquet plans.
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Richest Welterweight Showdown Sets Boxing Money Record
At Caesars Palace the Leonard Hearns bout topped the sport’s earnings with a $39 million gross. Leonard earned up to $13 million, Hearns about $9.5 million, while promoters eyed rematch talk as Holmes eyed his March title defense against Gerry Cooney.
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Knott Wins Slow Pitch Tourney In One and a Half Days
The September 13th and 14th Adult Recreation Slow Pitch Tournament featured eight teams including West Fraser Cantor Smokey's Stealers Village I.G.A R.C.M.P. and Knott. Knott earned first place with prize money and a trophy donated by Playter's Trophies and Gifts, while Stealers took second and Smokey's third. Fourth went to West Fraser. Special thanks to umpires Dave Harrick Bruce Wood and organizer Doug Fleming along with sponsors Molson Breweries Playters Trophies and Gifts and Deck's Yard and Garden.
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Canadian canoeist Larry Cain named athlete of the month
Ottawa CP Larry Cain of Oakville Ontario was named August athlete of the month by the Sports Federation of Canada. The 18 year old won the 500 metre singles and 1000 metre C 1 events at the junior world canoe championships in Sofia Bulgaria August 22 23 marking the first time in 46 years a Canadian canoeist won a world or Olympic event. He also captured six events at the Canadian championships in Ottawa a week after Sofia.
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