Four teams clinch playoff berths in Maryland rankings
Singapore Walkersville Damascus and Brunswick have locked playoff spots as the Maryland Public Secondary Schools Athletic Association released standings. Top eight in each class advance with Poolesville and Thomas Johnson still alive mathematically. Linganore leads 3A with 10.17 average, Thomas Stone close behind at 10.12.
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Allegany
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Magic Johnson retires for good amid return controversy
In IngIewood Cal AP Magic Johnson announces a permanent retirement from the Lakers four days before the NBA season. He cites fears among fellow players about competing against him due to his HIV status and the surrounding controversy, while doctors stress the risk of transmission is virtually zero. Several stars express concern about health issues on the court.
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Magic Johnson
Johnson
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Earvin
Cookie
Lakers
Michael Mellman
Mellman
NBA
Karl Malone
New York Times
Malone
Buck Williams
Charles Barkey
Lon Rosen
Timing of Phelan dispute at Mount St Marys unfair to coach
Mount St Marys faces a controversy over coach Jim Phelan as school officials urged his resignation after this season. Phelan rejected stepping down, arguing history and recent recruiting support, while the administration cites the team’s two poor seasons and tougher Division I schedule.
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Redskins rethink policy on injured starters after loss
Washington coach Joe Gibbs weighs case by case decisions for injured starters after a 24 to 7 defeat by the New York Giants. With key linemen and linebackers sidelined, Gibbs contemplates benching injured vets in favor of backups and rookies to face Seattle, potentially reshaping a long standing policy.
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Washington Redskins
Joe Gibbs
Gibbs
New York Giants
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Joe Jacoby
Andre Collins
Mo Elewoniki
Lawrence Taylor
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Jacoby
Seattle
Washington
Kurt Gouveia
Monte Coleman
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Redskins
Johnny Meads
New York City
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NFL
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Maar
New York Jets
Thors
Vikings Dominate Bears In Key NFC Clash
The Minnesota Vikings toppled Chicago 23 0 in a pivotal NFC race game. Linebacker Jack Del Rio sparked the win with an 84 yard interception return for a touchdown and another pick on Jim Harbaugh. Carlos Jenkins added a late interception return for a score extending the Bears’ misfortune.
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Minnesota Vikings
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Chicago Bears
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Bears
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Jack del Rio
Minnesota
Carlos Jenkins
Peter Tom i$ Pensier
Bonds Named AP Player of the Year Amid Free Agent Talk
Barry Bonds, star outfielder of the Pittsburgh Pirates, was named The Associated Press Player of the Year after a season that saw him hit .311 with 34 homers and 103 RBIs. Facing free agency, Bonds indicated he may explore a contract of at least $6 million per season while Pittsburgh contends with a looming departure. Gary Sheffield finished runner-up in voting with 67 ballots as Bonds reflected on postseason disappointments and a potential shift to a new club in 1993.
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Gary Sheffield
Oakland
Dennis Eckersley
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Shavert
Jim Leyland
Leyland
Atlanta
Montreal
Willie Stargell
Sheffield
Nalwaukee
Parity drives NFL chatter after NYC Marathon week
NFL leaders face questions as teams balance wins and losses after a turbulent week. The Jets spoiled San Diego momentum with a 44 point surge while the Cowboys show a strong 7-7 midseason mark. Giants rally past Washington as a wild card contender, highlighting shifting power across the league.
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