ESPN sportscaster John Saunders dies at 61
New York ESPN broadcaster John Saunders died at 61, network confirms. A longtime host of The Sports Reporters since 2001, Saunders joined ESPN in 1986 and covered NHL, World Series, and college football and basketball. Cause of death not announced. He helped found The V Foundation for Cancer Research board.
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Wichita State coach Marshall suspended after exhibition incident
Wichita State University coach Gregg Marshall was suspended for the final game of a Canada tour after two technical fouls and ejection from a contest with McGill University. Athletic director Darren Boatright cited the need for professional conduct while noting Marshall was restrained after attempting to pursue referees and a concussion occurred to a Shockers player amid the physical play.
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Rangers slugger Prince Fielder ends 12 season career
In Arlington Texas Prince Fielder announced retirement after a second neck surgery ending a 12 season major league career. The 32 year old slugger wore a neck brace days after a cervical fusion and reflected on his lifelong baseball ties to his father Cecil who played 13 seasons. He ends with 319 homers matching his father’s total while playing fewer games by 141.
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Astros DFA Gomez after slump in stay with Astros
In Minneapolis, the Houston Astros designated center fielder Carlos Gomez for assignment ending a disappointing tenure that followed a midseason trade last year that sent four prospects to acquire the two time All Star.
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Rio Olympics Open Under Green Waters and Rain
The Rio Games faced weather and water quality issues as diving pools turned green from alkaline levels, while water polo and synchronized swimming pools showed similar effects. Amidst the conditions, Carmelo Anthony scored 31 points as the U S beat Australia 98 88 to test the squad. Brazil progressed in football with a 4 0 win over Denmark, setting up a quarterfinal against Colombia in Sao Paulo.
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Bunning Tops Astros to Notch 100th Win in Both Leagues
Philadelphia pitcher Jim Bunning defeated the Houston Astros 6 5 to become the first to reach 100 victories in both the National and American Leagues since Cy Young. The win marks a rare milestone for a dominant era pitcher and adds another page to baseball history.
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