Pioneering Moments Mark 2 Days in Sports History
Highlights feature Robyn Smith becoming the first female jockey to win a stakes race aboard North Sea in the Paumonok Handicap at Aqueduct in 1973, Tamara McKinney clinching the first American World Cup title in 1983, Hall of Fame inductees in 1986, Gretzky becoming NHL all time assists leader in 1988, and 1994 NBA referee Steve Javie ejecting a Pacers analyst in a Blazers game.
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Pierce blames poor Portland game on chowder choice
Celtics star Paul Pierce criticized his 4-for-16 shooting in Portland on February 17 and blamed the pregame meal, saying ordering clam chowder in Oregon was a mistake and reflected poorly on his performance.
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Home Team Highlights and Scores From Weekend Play
Local matchup recap shows Home Team securing a decisive win with standout performances from key players. Officials noted strong defense and efficient scoring, boosting team morale ahead of the next schedule.
KU Sports Officials Named in Editorial Contact List
Sports editor Chuck Woodling and Andrew Hartsock of KU sports are listed with email handles. Gary Bedare covers KU men's basketball while Steve Rottinghaus and Robert Sinclair cover high schools for Ijworld.com.
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Royals Tickets and Field Conditions Contacts
Kansas City Royals ticket offices at 816 920 9300 and 816 842 5233 plus a Royals phone line. Kansas Speedway number 913 328 7223. City Parks and Recreation hotline 632 7999 with code 1123 for adult field conditions and 124 for adult rescheduling.
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NFL cap casualties hit Leaf Flutie as teams trim payrolls
NFL teams sliced payrolls near the salary cap deadline with Ryan Leaf and Doug Flutie released as free agency looms. Ken Norton Jr. was cut by the 49ers era group while Dermentti Dawson and Panthers trio also departed. John Randle was expected to be released by Minnesota amid contract talks. Rob Johnson named Bills starter as they trim eight million in payroll savings.
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Jets appoint Jay Cross as new president amid stadium push
Jay Cross is introduced as president of the New York Jets replacing Steve Gutman. Cross leads efforts for a $1 billion stadium proposal in Manhattan and a new home after prior moves from Shea Stadium to Giants Stadium and the Meadowlands.
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McGwire Extends With Cardinals As Garciaparra Injured
MLB round up finds Mark McGwire signing a two year extension with the St. Louis Cardinals worth about 30 million dollars through 2003. Omar Vizquel also lands a two year deal with the Cleveland Indians through 2004. Nomar Garciaparra of the Boston Red Sox injures his right wrist delaying opening day hopes.
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