Clinton proposes mediator for strike
President Clinton recommends former Labor Secretary W J Usery to mediate the baseball players owners dispute. Usery mediated the 1974 NFL strike and led coal miners talks, with Reich to introduce him at the White House. Sources note Fehr Selig and others reacted with cautious comments as talks remain stalled.
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NHL goes to public with dispute over labor fight
In St Louis NHL official Brian Burke outlined a seven city tour to sell owners side of the labor dispute. He acknowledged players distrust data while noting independent audits and union involvement in financial reports. The two sides have not met since the latest offer was rejected and a lengthy lockout is expected.
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Hornets limit Johnson minutes in preseason opener
Charlotte aims to ease Larry Johnson into his first exhibition with 9 to 12 minute spells. Bristow plans a mixed start with starters in Q1 and Q3, experimenting with Bogues and Adams together for quickness. Officials will balance effort and team safety in a 7:30 p.m. game vs. Atlanta Hawks in Johnson City, Tennessee.
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Midnight Madness Becomes College Hoop Tradition Across Nation
Beginning at 12 01 a.m. many Division I programs present Midnight Madness to kick off basketball seasons. ESPN will cover three Florida Cincinnati and St. John’s with a live one hour special. Kentucky and Arkansas draw large crowds while others join for first time including Syracuse St John’s DePaul and Memphis.
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UNLV Officials Eye Deal After Massimino Turmoil
Rollie Guinn says progress toward a settlement with UNLV basketball coach Jim Massimino was made with no face-to-face talks. Massimino met privately with players but declined to discuss his status amid program turmoil. Guinn hinted at an emergency regents meeting to press the matter, while Regent chair James Eardley denied a meeting request and noted Guinn has settlement authority. The dispute centers on a $1.6 million buyout amid ongoing upheaval.
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