Jagr Eager to Return to Playoffs in Penguins Push
Star forwards Jaromir Jagr Eric Lindros and Jeremy Roenick press hurt but hopeful as playoff bids heat up. Jagr’s groin strain keeps him doubtful for Game 5 against New Jersey with decisions after morning skates. Lindros out with lingering lung injury while Roenick also tracks comeback at practice facility.
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Gretzky Waiting Period Waived for Hall of Fame
Wayne Gretzky moves closer to induction as the Hockey Hall of Fame removes the usual three year waiting period. A June 14 board vote and a June 23 meeting will decide final approval for his nomination ahead of the November 22 ceremony replacing the standard eligibility rule.
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Four suspended for baseball brawls in AL drama
Jaret Wright of Cleveland and Jim Thome along with Darren Lewis and Rheal Cormier of Boston were suspended for two brawls last week. Wright drew a five game ban plus a $1000 fine while Thome Lewis and Cormier faced three games and a $500 fine each. The incidents began Friday when Wright hit Lewis after a homer, triggering a benches clearing altercation. A second brawl followed when Cormier struck Thome in the ribs. The players may appeal and penalties take effect after a hearing by AL president Gene Budig.
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Murphy Impresses as Keys Relief Pitcher with Sidearm Edge
Detroit native Murphy develops control and mix of three angles to outwit hitters. With a 0.95 ERA over 19 innings, he stresses location over velocity and eyes a future dental career after baseball. He rose from Bluefield to Frederick, praised by Etchebarren and Trebelhorn for smart pitching and adaptability.
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Red Wings launch historic marketing push to revive playoff zeal
Plymouth Michigan AP reports Red Wings fans show subdued excitement as Detroit pursues a third straight Stanley Cup. Experts say dynastic fatigue is common. Officials Tout biggest marketing campaign in franchise history to rekindle fan fervor after sweeping Anaheim in the first round.
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Jets owner Hess back in hospital after hip fracture
New York Jets owner Leon Hess, 84, is hospitalized again after breaking a hip nearly three weeks ago. Jets spokesman Frank Ramos said Hess had been released but had to return to Lenox Hill Hospital. Hess, a retired Amerada Hess president, was among the wealthy backers who moved the team from the AFL Titans era.
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WNBA and union reach four year CBA agreement
The WNBA and the players association reached a new four year collective bargaining agreement after negotiations. The deal includes a three year re opener, no lockout or strike, and a salary scale for first round draft picks with $50,000 for the top four, then $44,000 and $37,300 for others, plus second to fourth round rookie minimums. The draft is planned for next week and the season is scheduled to begin on time.
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