Lions wear retro CFL uniforms for 50th season opener
The Vancouver Lions celebrate 50 years in the CFL by dressing in orange jerseys and black pants from their 1954 debut for the opener against Winnipeg. The retro kit features a 50th crest and black twill numbers with silver helmets bearing the original lion’s claw. Jerseys worn in the game will be auctioned for charity.
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Klitschko Studies Lewis From Ocean’s Eleven Fight Scene
Vitali Klitschko can learn from Lennox Lewis by watching a movie scene where Wladimir and Lewis sparred during Ocean's Eleven filming. The elder brother says Lewis’s approach helps Vitali prepare for their June 21 title fight at Staples Center with the WBC and IBO belts on the line. He notes Lewis fought Lennox before and that the brothers will swap roles for study and strategy.
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Charges dropped against Chris Webber and father in obstruction case
DELROSY AP Obstruction of justice charges against Sacramento Kings forward Chris Webber and his father were dropped by federal prosecutors. Perjury charges against them remain. The Webbers, Magee Webber Jr and his aunt CharleneJohnson, were indicted last year over alleged payments from Ed Martin. Johnson’s charges were dropped. Martin’s payments implicated Michigan programs facing NCAA sanctions.
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Beckham to Real Madrid favored over Barcelona
England captain David Beckham is expected to join Real Madrid if he leaves Manchester United. The deal hinges on Barcelona president election outcomes and Beckham accepting terms. Madrid appear close to an agreement with Beckham, while Manchester United would need to approve the transfer.
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Pittman Indicted for Aggravated Assault in Ram Incident
Former Buccaneer running back Michael Pittman was indicted in Phoenix on two counts of aggravated assault for allegedly using his Hummer to ram his wife’s car carrying their 2-year-old son and a babysitter after a May 31 dispute about taking their child to training camp. He faces arraignment June 19.
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Mavericks aim to draw crowds for three home games
Medicine Hat Mavericks GM Chris Howell emphasizes weekend promotions to bring fans to Athletic Park. Weather and a competing Cup final hurt opener turnout, but plans include 1,270 tickets from New Country 1270 and a Father’s Day promotion by Medicine Hat News. Howell notes the need to convert first-time attendance into loyal fans.
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Mets fire GM Steve Phillips nets last place shock
New York Mets owner Fred Wilpon fired general manager Steve Phillips amid a 28-35 slump and a hefty payroll. Interim GM Jim Duquette will run the club through the season. Phillips had brought big names like Piazza Glavine Al Leiter and Vaughn but many did not meet expectations.
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Euskadi rider wins stage four at Dauphine Libere
Euskatel Euskadi's Mayo wins the fourth stage from Vienne to Morzine in the Dauphine Libere as Lance Armstrong of U S Postal Service finishes second and keeps the overall lead. The race serves as a tune up for the Tour de France starting July 5 where Armstrong is defending champion.
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Mariners test in-seat ordering at Safeco Field
Seattle Mariners test fan in-seat ordering via Web-enabled phones during a game with Montreal Expos. About 2,700 fans in lower box seats received menus to order two hot dogs and seven beverages. System aims to cover 75 percent of the stadium by season end with later expansion and payment by credit card. Prices run about 20 percent higher than vendor stalls.
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