Barnaby scores pair in victory over Devils
Penguins beat the New Jersey Devils 3 2 as Matthew Barnaby notches his first multi goal game in over three years and Alexei Kovalev nets a deciding power play goal. Jagr misses game with bruised back. Devils slump continues amid playoff chase.
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Rangers Fire Smith Muckler in Shakeup
New York Rangers dismiss general manager Neil Smith and coach John Muckler after a five game slide and near elimination from the playoffs. Madison Square Garden president Dave Checketts says the decision ends a volatile era. Wayne Gretzky may be involved in future leadership choices.
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Cubs win opener in Tokyo as Hampton struggles
Chicago Cubs beat the New York Mets 5-3 in the first major league game outside North America. Mike Hampton walked nine, hit a batter, and threw a wild pitch over five innings, while Shane Andrews and Mark Grace homered for the Cubs. Jon Lieber pitched seven strong innings as Mets entertainments and ceremonies preceded the action in the Tokyo Dome.
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Pirates Release Schourek After Securing Fifth Starter Spot
In Fort Myers the Pirates unexpectedly cut left-hander Pete Schourek one day after he appeared to win the No. 5 slot. The club failed to trade him. he earned 4-7 last year under a $4 million two year deal. If unsigned elsewhere, the Pirates owe his full $2 million salary.
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Phillies reacquire Morandini from Expos for cash
The Philadelphia Phillies bring back Mickey Morandini, 33, from the Montreal Expos for cash after scouting him for about 10 days as he vied for the starting second base job. Marlon Anderson, 26, will be sent to Triple A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre upon shin splint recovery. Morandini previously played for Philadelphia 1990-97 and spent two seasons with the Cubs. Last season he hit .241 with four home runs and 37 RBIs in 144 games. Anderson hit .252 with five homers and 54 RBIs in 129 games in 1999.
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Williams fractures bone in foot in spring loss
Arizona Diamondbacks star Matt Williams will be out at least six weeks after breaking a bone in his right foot. The All-Star third baseman fouled a pitch off his foot in Tucson during the final spring training game, echoing a 1995 injury on the same bone.
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All-Star Basketball Prospects Highlight Local Seniors
A roundup of standout seniors from Western Pennsylvania high schools who earned multiple honors and boast college interest. Notables include Jason Brown of Chartiers Valley 6-6 forward and Jon Pawlak of Highlands 6-9 forward, with potential offers from Duquesne and Duquesne plus several regional programs.
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