Avalanche edge Oilers in Granato debut behind Colorado bench
Tony Granato coached his first game as head coach of the Colorado Avalanche, guiding them to a 2-1 win over Edmonton in his debut. The report notes his prior role as an assistant on Bob Hartley’s staff and highlights other NHL results from the night including Belfour nearing a shutout, Theodore's 41 saves, Arvedson’s brace, Alfredsson’s goal output, Bondra's two goals, Parrish's two goals, and Boucher's early third-period tally.
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Canucks beat Predators as Senators slump continues
In Columbus Marc Denis posted a 29 save shutout as Lasse Pirjeta struck twice for the Blue Jackets in a 4 0 victory. Tomi Kallio and Davie Westcott assisted on Pirjeta goals. Across the league Joe Nieuwendyk ended a 20 game drought with a setup play as Nashville hosted. Vancouver rides Matt Cooke two assists and Brad Chartrand and Bryan Smolinski late goals to edge Los Angeles 2 1.
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Former Arkansas coach sues over firing and race claims
Nolan Richardson sued the University of Arkansas in federal court alleging free speech violations and racial discrimination by Chancellor John A. White and Athletic Director. Richardson seeks reinstatement, while Stan Heath declined comment. The university bought out the remaining six years of his seven year contract, up to 3 million dollars.
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Gambling probe at FSU centers on former quarterback Adrian McPherson
A Florida State investigation focuses on Adrian McPherson after he was kicked off the Seminoles amid an alleged check theft. University officials say the probe concerns rumors about a single former player and does not involve other student athletes. McPherson’s lawyer disputes the rumors, stating he never bet on a sporting event.
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Lakers suffer another blowout as Nets top them in New Jersey
Lakers drop to 2-12 on the road after a 27-point loss to the New Jersey Nets in East Rutherford. Kobe Bryant praised improvement, while Shaquille O Neal scored 19 and Jason Kidd starred with 27 points 11 rebounds and eight assists leading the Nets at home.
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