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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 2002
Page
15
Aiming to reverse recent struggles, the club seeks momentum on home ice as the Hurricanes face a hungry upstart opponent. The matchup promises high energy and a chance to shift the regional narrative.
The area's top boys and girls prep stars meet Friday at Bend Lake College for the Lions Club All-Star games. Girls play at 6 p.m. and the boys follow, showcasing local talent in a high profile showcase.
Rockies pitcher Kent Mercker was hit by a comebacker from Mark Grudzielanek of the Dodgers, suffering a deep cut near his left index finger in the eighth inning. He underwent surgery Wednesday night with the full extent of the injury still unclear. Mercker is 1-0 with a 4.13 ERA in 32 games this season.
Former Trico and Polk Community College pitcher Josh Kranawetter was selected by the Arizona Diamondbacks in the 27th round of the 2002 MLB draft. Once hampered by arm issues, he improved to a 7-2 season with a 2.79 ERA at Polk and boosted his velocity via an ad at Baseball America that connected him with Mike Marshall’s Florida camp.
Massac County's Mike Howett, 6-foot-205, is expected to play a major defensive role for the East squad in the Southern Illinois East-West All-Star football game at Marion High School. Howett describes his rise from offense to standout defense and the focus on defense this season.
Lakers hold off a late surge from the New Jersey Nets to win 99 94 at home. Shaquille O Neal posts 33 points 16 rebounds while Kobe Bryant contributes 22 points and a key assist to Rick Fox. Jason Kidd tallies a triple double but Nets shooters struggle from the line and three point range.
The piece argues underdogs revive pro sports appeal across MLB NFL NHL and NBA. It highlights Arizona Diamondbacks and New England Patriots stunning champions, Carolina Hurricanes beating Detroit, and the Lakers leading against New Jersey, with dwindling ratings and attendance spurring renewed hope.
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