Former SU wrestlers bid for world team berths
Two Syracuse University alumni pursue spots on the 1998 United States Greco Roman World Team in Metaine. Jason Gleasman, a 1996 Olympian from Boonville, faces the 97 kilogram division while Chris Saba, 1993 SU grad and Albany native, competes at 69 kilograms. National champions advance automatically. Gleasman must win a mini tournament to reach the title bout. Sweden-bound world championships in Gavle loom.
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Herald-Journal
Hasek Eyes Stanley Cup After Hart and Vezina Wins
Dominik Hasek, Buffalo Sabres goalie, repeats as most valuable player and top goalie, citing a missing Stanley Cup as his ultimate prize. He recalls Olympic gold with the Czech Republic, notes historic saves by Plante and Sawchuk, and plans to clinch hockey’s ultimate award while pursuing another Vezina. Local NHL draft preview follows.
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Czech Republic
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Hasek
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Terry Sawchuk
Sam
Oye
Russian stadium balcony collapse total rises to 23 dead
The death toll from a Nalchik stadium balcony collapse at the National Freestyle Wrestling Competition rose to 23 as one more person died from injuries. About 38 were injured when a 160-foot balcony packed with over 100 spectators, mostly children, collapsed 16 feet onto the floor. Authorities cite construction fault as the likely cause.
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Russia
Nalchik
Associated Press
Sosa sets monthly home run mark with 19th blast
Sammy Sosa of the Chicago Cubs belted his 19th homer in June to set the major league monthly record, surpassing Rudy York's 1937 mark and Willie Mays' 1965 NL record. His third consecutive game featured power, as he drove a ball to the upper deck and extended his hitting streak.
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Sosa
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Mark McGwire
Jacobs Field
Dave Burba
Cleveland Indians
The Past Worth the Price of Baseball Card Keepsakes
In a crowded South Avenue shop Hall treasures aging cards like a 1952 Topps Mantle priced at 6800 and a 1953 Bowman Mantle at 2500. Nearby are other high value pieces such as Roberto Clemente and Pete Rose cards, reflecting a hobby that once felt innocent and communal.
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South Avenue
Mack
Hus
Hall
Bowman Mantle
Ted Wil- Hama
Tanne
Roberta Clemente
Pete Rose
Bnghamton
Wells Survive Heat As Yankees Top Braves In Seal Temperatures
New York lefty David Wells pitched through stifling heat at Turner Field to limit Atlanta to three runs in a 9-3 victory. Wells improved to 8-5, led by a strong bullpen and 30 straight innings without a walk, while Boomer had teammates praising his confidence and command amid the sweltering conditions.
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Wells
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Yankees
Racers Fly at 600 MPH Over Syracuse Skies
Busch Grand National racer Mike McLaughlin joined team mate Mike Cope for an hour long flight aboard an F 16 at the 174th Fighter Wing in Syracuse. They were guests as part of a recruiting and publicity effort ahead of the Lysol 200 at Watkins Glen International.
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Hancock Field
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Waterloo
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Mike One
New York
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National Guard
Tony Basile
174Th
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Peter Alberti
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