Robinson Returns to Devils as Assistant Coach
Larry Robinson rejoined the New Jersey Devils as an assistant after being fired by the Los Angeles Kings. He cited burnout from years of mixed results, noting the teams’ playoff misses and ongoing struggle.
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Stars Take 2-1 Lead With 3-0 Win Over Avalanche
Dallas forward Jamie Langenbrunner and Joe Nieuwendyk led the 3-0 win as Ed Belfour secured his sixth playoff shutout to put the Stars up in the Western Conference final. Nieuwendyk added a goal and two assists, breaking through after an early deflection. Game Four is set for Friday in Denver.
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Nieuwendyk Breaks Through in Dallas Playoff Win
Dallas defeats Colorado 3 0 behind Eddie Belfour 34 saves while Nieuwendyk scores the game winner on a 2 1 break and Dave Reid adds a third as Langenbrunner also beats Roy. The Stars dominate with a 26 34 shot total and lift their series lead.
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Leafs hope Hasek returns as series tightens in playoffs
Toronto coach Pat Quinn urged improvement after a 6-3 win that evened the Eastern Conference finals with Buffalo. Dominik Hasek skated for about 30 minutes, reporting progress but cautioning his availability for Game Three at Marine Midland Arena.
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Malone and Grant clash as Blazers face Jazz in Game Six
Portland star Brian Grant absorbed a six stitch cut from Karl Malone's elbow during Game Five and said he holds no grudge. He aims to learn Malone's intensity to help the Blazers win the Western Conference finals at the Rose Garden. Grant's early 1-for-7 night in the 88-71 defeat left him motivated for the pivotal rematch.
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Russell and Chamberlain legendary reunion in Boston tribute night
Bill Russell and Wilt Chamberlain staged a verbal, lighthearted one on one reunion 30 years after their NBA battles to honor Russell as his No 6 was retired at the Fleet Center. Kareem Abdul Jabbar Larry Bird Bob Cousy Julius Erving Oscar Robertson John Havlicek Jim Brown and others attended the ceremony aiding the National Mentoring Partnership.
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Hingis crushes Mauresmo in Paris showdown at Roland Garros
Martina Hingis rolled to a 6-3 6-3 win over Amelie Mauresmo as fans booed her and backed the French hopeful. Elsewhere, Yevgeny Kafelnikov slumped 6-4 6-1 6-4 to Dominik Hrbaty, while Richard Krajicek lost 6-1 6-2 6-2 to Vince Spadea amid a scorching day at Roland Garros.
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