Rivers signs $8 million deal to coach Magic
The Orlando Magic near appointing Doc Rivers as head coach on a four year eight million dollar contract to replace Chuck Daly. Rivers 37, a former 18 season NBA player and Turner Sports analyst, is reported by the Orlando Sentinel and ESPN with a spokesman denying a deal until signing expected Monday.
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Gabriel wins first DIRT Modified race at Brewerton
Jim Gabriel Jr. chose the low line around Brewerton Speedway to win his first ever DIRT modified feature of 35 laps, earning $1,500. Dale Planck finished second and Billy Decker third. Troy Van Allen won the 20 lap dwarf car race, Harvey Calkins the cylinder stock, and George Valenti beat Bob Bradt in the IMCA modified event.
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Labonte Takes Pole With Record Dover Lap At MBNA 400
Bobby Labonte secured his fourth pole of the season by posting a record lap of 159.320 mph at Dover Downs for the MBNA Platinum 400 in Dover Delaware. He led qualifying well ahead of the rest of the field as the session ended.
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Army Navy gridiron classic moves to Baltimore
The Army Navy game, a premier college football event, will be played in Baltimore next year before returning to Philadelphia in 2001 and 2002. The plan swaps venues to broaden the marquee clash then reverts to the traditional site. The change signals continued interest in rotating venues for the historic matchup.
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Lett Suspended Indefinitely by NFL for Substance Violation
Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Leon Lett, a Pro Bowl player, received an indefinite suspension from the NFL after a third violation of the league substance abuse policy, ending his current status with the team.
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Lindros commits to one year with Flyers worth 8.5 million
Eric Lindros agrees to a one year contract with the Philadelphia Flyers after a handshake deal. The $8.5 million agreement outlines his return to the team for the upcoming season with expected salary and terms finalized.
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Devil Rays Sign No 1 Pick Josh Hamilton
The Tampa Bay Devil Rays offered Josh Hamilton a $3.65 million signing bonus and the No 1 pick accepted. The signing bonus is the largest ever given to a drafted amateur player who signed with the team that selected him. The signing came two days after Tampa Bay drafted Hamilton first overall.
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Charismatic Aims For Belmont Triple Crown Glory
Charismatic seeks the first Triple Crown since Affirmed in 1978 with Derby and Preakness wins earning more than 2.5 million in earnings and a 3 million Visa bonus for owners Bob and Beverly Lewis. Hall of Famer D Wayne Lukas trains Cherryvale now attempting to halt the Lewis bid as Alenifee eyes a last race shot after Derby and Preakness runner-up finishes.
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Yankees pull off Subway Series win in dramatic 4-5 game
Derek Jeter and Jorge Posada homered as the Yankees beat the Mets 4-5 in a tense Subway Series clash. Scott Brosius delivered the tiebreaking double after a pregame, Joe Torre downplayed the event, while New York improved to 5-2 in interleague play against their crosstown rivals in front of 56,175 fans.
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Spurs on brink of sweep in NBA West finals
The San Antonio Spurs dominated the Portland Trail Blazers 85-63 in Portland to move one win from their first NBA Finals. Tim Duncan struggled with fouls, but David Robinson led the effort as San Antonio built a 16-0 run and held Portland to 63 points, the franchise’s playoff low.
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Keane Delivers in West Final for Stars to Reach Cup
Dallas winger Mike Keane scored twice as the Stars defeated the Avalanche 4-1, clinching the Western Conference title and earning a spot in the Stanley Cup finals against the Buffalo Sabres. Keane, a former Colorado and Montreal teammate of Patrick Roy, emphasized his playoff focus rather than revenge.
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Naton Keeps Narrow Lead At Herald Amateur Final Round
Mike Naton remains atop the 42nd Herald Amateur leaderboard after a Friday 71 at Crumlin East giving him a three day total of 213. He holds a one stroke lead over Todd Dischinger and Bill Little, but calls the cushion insufficient and braces for the final round.
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