Indians sign Spradlin to two year 1.7 million deal
Cleveland strengthens its bullpen by signing Jerry Spradlin to a two year 1.7 million contract after a trade from Philadelphia. He earned 44 games last season with a 3.58 ERA and one save in 69 appearances. Indians GM John Hart calls him key to next year and future, with a 125,000 signing bonus and 625,000 for 1999 plus 900,000 in 2000. The team also adds Ricardo Rincon from Pittsburgh for outfielder Brian Giles.
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Stewart apologizes to Steelers after sideline outburst
Kordell Stewart addressed teammates and coach to apologize for a sideline temper tantrum in Sundays 16 3 loss in Tampa and for his play this season He spoke at a players only meeting that aimed to halt a three game slide and restore team unity The meeting included Jim Sweeney and others who urged a stronger collective effort as the Steelers cling to a slim playoff hope
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Capers to be Fired Panthers Plan End of Season Move
The Carolina Panthers will fire coach Dom Capers after the season, owner Jerry Richardson to announce after the December 27 game with Indianapolis. Capers declined comment while Dan Reeves nears discharge from hospital after heart bypass surgery. Fox sells 1.6 million dollar Super Bowl slots as expectations rise. Washington wideout Michael Westbrook to have neck surgery with return planned next season. Bengals add Tim Terry and Lawrence Wright to practice squad.
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Lerner refuses Cleveland Council stadium overrun request
Cleveland Browns owner Alfred Lerner and team president Carmen Policy rejected a council appeal to cover overruns beyond a prior 5 million commitment. They said the request strains the budding relationship while a $260 million stadium cost remains and Lerner would lend money if overruns exceed 293 million.
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Pro Bowl picks include Moss Flutie and many veterans
Moss and Flutie earn Pro Bowl bids marking a star turn for Doug Flutie at 36. Reggie White secures a record 13th selection, Jerry Rice 12th, with Ravens and Dolphins players earning few spots amid voting questions and team records.
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Pro Bowl Rosters Highlight Starters Across NFL Positions
A listing of probable Pro Bowl starters includes Jimmy Smith and Ed McCaffrey at wide receiver, Tony Boselli and Jonathan Ogden on the line, Ruben Brown and Bruce Matthews at guards, Dermont Dawson at center, Shannon Sharpe and Ben Coates at tight end, and John Elway and Vinny Testaverde at quarterback. It features running backs Terrell Davis and Marshall Faulk with others like Barry Sanders and Jerome Bettis among many noted names, plus defensive stars Reggie White, Derrick Brooks, and Warren Sapp.
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Browns Draft Links Dutton To Browns Inquiries
Di Sion draft chatter centers on free agents and college picks with Dutton hoping for any opportunity. The 6 foot 4 inch, 218 pounder says Cleveland would be special and recalls fan excitement there. He was surprised to learn of a TV report linking him and John Henry Mills to Browns introductions, as the team provided no plans for announcements.
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