Falcons sign Auburn linebacker Bruce to five-year deal
SUWANEE Ga AP The Atlanta Falcons announced the signing of Auburn linebacker Aundray Bruce to a five year contract with terms undisclosed. Bruce's agent Richard Woods said he was satisfied with the contract. The deal was believed to be for more than 3.5 million including about 1 million signing bonus. SEATTLE AP President Mike McCormack said NFL Commissioner Pete Rozelle notified that Seattle keeps Dallas Cowboys fifth round pick in the draft following a protested trade involving Ron Essink who retired due to ankle problems.
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Burke named NHL rookie of month for March
Montreal AP reports goalie Sean Burke of the New Jersey Devils was named NHL rookie of the month for March after guiding the club to its first playoff berth since moving to New Jersey six years ago. Burke went 10 of 11 in March, posting a 43.05 goals against average and sweeping seven straight wins against Patrick Division teams after joining the Devils from the Canadian Olympic team.
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Navratilova returns with easy win in Hilton Head
Martina Navratilova, top seed, ends five-week layoff by dominating Terry Phelps in the Family Circle Magazine tournament second round at Hilton Head. The 6 1 6 0 style notes and a wary comment on Graf and Evert absence reflect her confidence as she eyes the event.
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CFL Teams Hire PR Firm To Rekindle Fan Interest
The CFL hired Fraser Kelly Corpworld Group as special communications advisors to the league and its eight clubs to plan future strategies as attendance and TV ratings lag behind NFL games. The 1987 Grey Cup audience peaked with the Eskimos win but overall viewership has fallen sharply since 1983. Anders Jarryd withdrew from Sweden's Davis Cup quarterfinal due to a knee injury and will be replaced by Jonas Svensson.
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British club barred from America's Cup race
A Manhattan judge ruled that the Royal Burnham Yacht Club of Britain is barred from the America's Cup defense. San Diego Yacht Club and Mercury Bay Boating Club of Auckland will sail one-on-one next September after Royal Burnham failed to reach terms to compete. The court denied Royal Burnham's bid to stop the race and remove San Diego as trustee.
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Hammond narrowly misses Masters qualification report
Pro golfer Hammond discusses near qualification and upcoming schedule. He cites family support from his parents wife and son and notes his brother Ron watched him on the West Coast circuit. He outlines focus on short game and putting and plans five straight tournaments ending with the Kemper Open at Avenel in Potomac.
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Norman confident as golf season opens with foreign stars
Norman, 28? 48, optimistic after off season, saying all that is behind him and that he will win here. He believes his form is strong and vows to crack the egg down the line. Foreign stars led by Langer Faldo and Woosnam draw attention amid a strong U S contingent including Azinger McCumber Kite Crenshaw Haas Strange Wadkins Nelson Mize and Watson.
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Masters chief fears million dollar purses end prestige
Augusta chairman L W Hardin warned that rising PGA Tour purses could erode the Masters’ prestige or even end the event. He cited a $2 million purse and possible shifts to television and corporate money, while Tom Watson defended the tournament’s allure and noted TV rights economics. Hardin also opposed a Seniors Masters, favoring an 80-player field and resisting a fall date.
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Nicklaus Relaxed Mindset Aims for Masters Victory
Jack Nicklaus said he learned not to force things on the course, laughing at himself during a recent round and embracing a relaxed approach for his 30th Masters appearance. The 48-year-old legend, with six Masters titles, has a new metal-wood driver and high hopes despite doubts about making the cut. He believes playing freely and confidently could rekindle his best golf and a chance to win at Augusta National.
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