Two Decades of NBA All Star Feats and Boxing Clash
Highlights from 1991 to 2003 include Terry Norris knocking down Sugar Ray Leonard twice in Leonard's Madison Square Garden farewell, Norris winning a unanimous decision over 12 rounds. 1997 saw Glen Rice set scoring marks, MJ tallied the first All-Star triple double, East wins 132-120. 2002 Rich Gannon earns offensive MVP as Oakland beats NFC 38-30. 2003 Kevin Garnett scores 37 with nine in OT as West tops East 155-145 in the first double OT All-Star game.
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Tocchet granted indefinite leave amid gambling probe
NHL commissioner Bettman grants Tocchet an indefinite leave of absence after allegations he financed a nationwide gambling ring. Ex-prosecutor Robert Cleary hired to lead an internal inquiry as Tocchet must sever all contact with league personnel and may not return without Bettman approval. The league emphasizes ongoing cooperation with New Jersey authorities.
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Busch ordered to perform community service in Phoenix case
NASCAR driver Kurt Busch must complete 50 hours of community service under a plea deal for a reckless driving citation near Phoenix International Raceway. The Detroit Lions hired Mike Martz as offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach, a day after he initially declined the job for financial reasons.
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Reds name general manager Krivsky in Cincinnati
Wayne Krivsky was hired Wednesday as the Cincinnati Reds next general manager ending a two week search that included eight candidates. Krivsky had been a leading candidate two years ago but was passed over in favor of Dan O’Brien.
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District of Columbia approves revised Nationals ballpark lease
Washington DC council reversed an earlier rejection to approve a revised lease for the Nationals stadium. Lawmakers attached legislation capping city cost at just under 611 million dollars and voted 9 to 4 to approve after Mayor Williams urged a reconsideration.
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Leno Jokes About Super Bowl TV Ratings
Comedian Jay Leno quips that 91 million watched the Super Bowl, joking that counting referees reduces the figure to 91 million minus five. The line reflects typical late night humor on audience size.
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Commentator Questions Gretzky as Tocchet Gambling Probe Expands
A provocative commentary links Wayne Gretzky to an NHL gambling probe led by New Jersey police code named Operation Slap Shot. It reports Tocchet financed a ring taking in about 1.7 million in bets, with Janet Jones alleged to have placed wagers, while several NHL players gambled on football and basketball. The piece notes Gretzky denies involvement but faces scrutiny over associations. It warns of broader NHL embarrassment and possible charges.
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