Top draftees set NHL stage for Lecavalier and Legwand
Vincent Lecavalier of Rimouski Oceanic went first overall to Tampa Bay as David Legwand of Plymouth was chosen by Nashville. The draft highlighted Lecavalier's size and vision and Legwand's scoring ability, with quotes from owners and coaches comparing Lecavalier to Doug Gilmour and predicting a bright Lightning future.
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Leafs pick Antropov stays in Kazakhstan for development
The Maple Leafs chose Nikolai Antropov 10th overall, planning to keep the Kazakh forward in Kazakhstan to develop his skills. Leafs associate GM Mike Smith indicated no rush to sign him, as the OHL is ruled out for next season. Edmonton took Michael Henrich 13th, and overall 14 of 27 picks were Canadian with several Americans and few international players.
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Flyers trade Coffey to Blackhawks for draft pick
Paul Coffey, 37, moved from Philadelphia to Chicago for a fifth-round pick at the NHL draft and then signed a two-year deal with the Blackhawks. Flyers pay $1 million over the contract, Coffey has 1,473 points, 14 All Star selections, three Norris Trophies, and four Stanley Cups.
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France reaches World Cup quarters with golden goal win
Laurent Blanc scored the golden goal in extra time as France edged Paraguay 1-0 to reach the World Cup quarter finals. Denmark eliminated Nigeria 4-1, Brazil beat Chile 4-1, and Italy defeated Norway 1-0 to advance.
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Medicine Hat Hurri Canes Sweep Taber Swim Meet
Taber hosts the weekend swim event with 30 Medicine Hat Hurri swimmers earning medals. Top finishes include Shannaye Pidwebesky 6 and under second in 25m freestyle and third in 25m backstroke. Elizabeth Sissons 8 and under first in 25m free and 25m breaststroke. Elizabeth Smith 11-12 second in 50m back. Shannon Carter 15-16 third in 200m I M. Erin Roberts 15-16 second in 100m breast and 200m I M. Boys placed includes Luke Johannes 6 and under second in 25m flutterboard. Travis Johannesson 8-9 third in 25m fly. Andrew Pillman 15-16 second in 50 and 100m free and third in 50m fly. Relays show strong medley and free results for 11-12 boys and 15-16 girlsopen.
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