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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1999
Page
5
Cal Ripken Jr. lands on the disabled list with a back issue, marking his first DL stint in his major league career. The move shifts batting order and opens roster spots as teams adjust plans for the season.
The Hornets secured their eighth consecutive win, matching the .500 season mark. Key performances boosted the team as they climbed toward a balanced record, reinforcing their push for a playoff berth.
Elyria jumped to an early lead and held on to defeat Valley Forge in a high school softball game. Strong first-inning offense, aided by timely hits, set the tone as Elyria cruised to the win. Valley Forge battled back but could not overcome the early deficit.
Keith Sooy is returning to Firelands High School to coach boys basketball, bringing a storied career that began there in 1972. His 189-44 mark at Firelands, later totaling 4-144 across Elyria and Medina, makes him one of Lorain County's winningest coaches, with strong local ties and nostalgia cited as part of his decision.
Lorain's Admiral King and Southview high schools received invitations to join the Great Lakes League after an extended negotiation. The Lake Erie League was set to vote on their membership bid, with decisions expected today or Wednesday as the LEL had recently discussed the move.
Cleveland pitcher Dave Burba, praised for his conduct and durability, worked into the sixth while the Indians managed only one run in his start. The offense failed to back him, yielding a 3-2 victory over Minnesota at Jacobs Field. Burba noted his career pattern of limited run support, focusing on minimizing damage and pitching to zeros.
Cleveland Cavs fall 94 87 to Miami Heat at Gund Arena during the first of three games in eight days. Shawn Kemp nets 32 points and 10 rebounds, while Brevin Knight adds 11 assists but poor shooting from the rest hurts the Cavs. Coach Mike Fratello urges Wes Person to seek open looks.
Browns coach Chris Palmer shapes a developing roster with new signings Derrick Alexander and Marc Edwards. Ty Detmer starts at quarterback as Tom Couch nears readiness, with James Ritchey Dutton and Milanovich competing for third string. Terry Kirby leads the running backs with Pepe Pearson and Madre Hill backing him up.
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