Jeter Nears 10 Year Yankee Contract Amid Talks
Derek Jeter and the New York Yankees neared a 10 year deal valued near 190 million dollars. The agreement would be one of the richest in sports history and extend Jeter’s tenure with the Yankees beyond this season. Agent Casey Close and a baseball official said progress was being made as arbitration talks were postponed.
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Hingis to meet Davenport for Tokyo Pan Pacific final
In Tokyo Hingis the defending champion faces Lindsay Davenport in Sunday's final after both advanced in the Toray Pan Pacific Open. Hingis beat Rodina or similar in a semifinal, while Davenport defeated Keremaleya in straight sets.
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Dragila Breaks Her Own Pole Vault World Indoor Record
Stacy Dragita starred at the Philrose Games in New York City on Friday night and vaulted 15 feet 4 1/4 inches on her second attempt to break the world indoor record she set last year. The win mirrors the outdoor mark she achieved in the previous season, adding another milestone to her career as Olympic champion.
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Wisconsin coach Alvarez spurns Miami for extension
Barry Alvarez, pursued by Miami for their football head coach job, rejects the Hurricanes and agrees to a contract extension with Wisconsin. He says he plans to finish his coaching career with the Badgers after lifting them from conference slumps to three Rose Bowl appearances.
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Iverson Fined For Derogatory Remark In Indiana
Philadelphia 76ers guard Iverson was fined five thousand dollars after shouting a derogatory remark at taunting fans in Indianapolis. NBC Pacers spokesman Dand Benner said there was no evidence a racial slur was used, while the NBA had previously fined Iverson eight thousand dollars for the incident.
Dolphins extend Wannstedt contract by one year
Miami Dolphins coach Dave Wannstedt signed a one year contract extension as a reward for guiding the team to its first AFC East title in seven years. Wannstedt led the Dolphins to an 11 5 regular season record and a first round playoff win over the Colts before Miami fell to the Raiders in the second round.
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Bills face choice on Flutie or Johnson under new coach Williams
Bills executive Tom Donahoe says Buffalo cannot keep both quarterbacks Doug Flutie and Rob Johnson due to salary cap limits. The team will select the one who fits best under new coach Greg Williams, with a decision expected by month’s end.
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J-D tops Cortland in hard fought Class B-1 showdown
Jamesville-DeWitt led by Joch Greenbite and Matt Harmon used tenacious defense to defeat Cortland 67-60 and seize sole possession of first in Class B-1. Harmon opened with a high-flying dunk, Greenbite poured in 21 points, clinching the win for the Red Rams over the Purple Tigers.
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Gogel Leads Pebble Beach Pro Am After Fast 62
Matt Gogel fired a course-record 62 at Poppy Hills to grab a five stroke lead at Pebble Beach National Pro Am as Tiger Woods lagged, posting 139 and eight behind. Gogel aims to finish strong with 18 players ahead, while Singh and Scherrer trail.
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Crunch fumes linger after 4-1 loss to Kentucky
After a 4-1 home defeat to Kentucky, the Syracuse Crunch faced ridicule for a stinky, listless performance. Coach Gary Agnew defended his players while promising a change as they regrouped in a town bar and prepared for their next game against the Scranton Penguins.
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