Sports history highlights from 1980 1987 1990 2001
The Moscow Games open without the United States in 1980 amid a large boycott. In 1987 Nick Faldo wins the British Open by one stroke as Paul Azinger falters on the back nine. In 1990 Pete Rose is sentenced to five months in prison and three more in a halfway house for tax fraud. In 2001 Randy Johnson strikes out 16 as a reliever, within four outs of a combined no hitter as Arizona tops San Diego 3 0.
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Oldest living ex-mlb player lampoons current players
Bill Werber, aged 100, criticizes today’s players noting long hair and evident beards, calling them a grubby-looking bunch of caterwaulers. He comments on the appearance of the current generation in baseball.
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Packers leadership sticks with Thompson and McCarthy amid Favre talks
Milwaukee Packers president Mark Murphy reaffirmed full confidence in general manager Ted Thompson and coach Mike McCarthy amid the Brett Favre standoff. Favre contemplates football after retiring, while the team moves to a future without the MVP, as shareholder meetings and hall of fame events loom.
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Jaguars place Porter on injured reserve with hamstring tear
Jacksonville wide receiver Jerry Porter underwent surgery Friday to repair a torn hamstring tendon and will miss the preseason. Porter signed a six year deal in February and aimed to anchor the offense after Jimmy Smith’s retirement but faces 6 to 8 weeks out and a late- season return hope for the Sep. 7 opener at Tennessee.
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Yankees consider Barry Bonds return to New York
Commentary argues Barry Bonds wants a comeback and could fit the Yankees as a cleanup hitter in a playoff race. It contrasts Bonds with Brett Favre, notes Jets pressures, and cites agent Jeff Borris claiming Bonds could play within two weeks and would accept a minimum salary donated to children's tickets.
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