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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 2002
Page
15
The new-look Miami Marlins travel to Chicago for a Senior Players Championship game at Wrigley Field, bringing fresh lineups as part of the annual tour. Team veterans and newcomers eye standout performances at the iconic ballpark.
The St. Louis Cardinals fly to the West Coast for a three game set at San Diego. The Cubs seek a turnaround hosting the Marlins as the second half opens. Hale Irwin holds a two shot lead in Dearborn as the Senior Players Championship resumes. Tommy Armour II starts Milwaukee Open round two with a one stroke edge. Rachel Teske leads the Jamie Farr Kroger Classic in Sylvania after a strong finish.
Notable guard Juan Dixon, 17th overall in the NBA draft, inked a 3.15 million three year deal with Washington under the labor agreement. An option adds a fourth year at 1.73 million. Dixon, eager to learn, did not join the morning workout but appeared in the evening session.
Allen Iverson faces assault and gun related charges after forcing entry into a cousin’s apartment while allegedly seeking his wife Tawanna. He may surrender Tuesday. uncle Gregory Iverson charged as well. Up to 54 years possible if convicted.
ST. LOUIS AP Martinez, now at .248 with 10 homers and 43 RBIs at the break, seeks a stronger second half after a slow start with the Cardinals. He signed a three year, $21 million deal to replace Mark McGwire, with Tony La Russa confident he will deliver as he settles in.
Miami moves Cliff Floyd to Montreal and Ryan Dempster to Cincinnati in a two team deal. Florida gains Juan Encarnacion Mike Mordecai Graeme Lloyd and Carl Pavano from the Expos and Reds plus some minor leaguers while insisting the move is for now and the future.
Charlie Manuel was fired by the Cleveland Indians after seeking a long-term contract. The team, in rebuilding mode, announced the decision as it entered the second half of the season with GM Mark Shapiro noting Manuel pressed for a commitment while the club moved in another direction.
Benton coach Jeff Roper adds Mount Vernon and Bethalto Civic Memorial to the 2002 schedule after strong seasons. The one year deals expand the non league slate, boost playoff enrollment figures, and shift older SIU rivals into the mix while keeping travel manageable. Season runs Aug 30 to Nov 23 24 with practice starting Aug 8.
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