Tug McGraw dies at 59 after brain cancer battle
Tug McGraw, the inventive relief pitcher famed for You Gotta Believe with the Mets and closer for the Phillies’ 1980 World Series title, died at 59 near Nashville. He had battled brain cancer since March and participated in Veterans Stadium ceremonies before his illness worsened.
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New York
Eckersley and Molitor on Hall of Fame ballot hopefuls
Dennis Eckersley and Paul Molitor, both on the BBWAA ballot for the first time, seek Hall of Fame election with Eckersley aiming to join Sutter Smith and Gossage among relievers. The closer’s fate could influence future voting as Trevor Hoffman nears consideration.
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Indians Acquire Lefty Reliever Scott Stewart
Cleveland strengthens bullpen by trading Montreal Expos for minor leaguers Ryan Church and Maicer Izturis while Danys Baez departs for Tampa Bay. Scott Stewart, 28, joins after posting a 3.98 ERA in 2003 with Montreal and a career 3.55 ERA with 20 saves. The club also signs Jeff D Amico to a minor league deal and adds Luther Hackman Matt Miller Carl Sadler Chris Clapinski and Kevin Orie to the spring camp roster.
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Pittsburgh Pirates
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Kevin Brown
Randy Johnson
Luther Hackman
Matt Miller
Carl Sadler
Chris Clapinski
Kevin Orie
Hackman
San Diego Padres
Longhorns overpower Lutheran West with late run to seal win
Skolnicki led with 20 points as Texas Longhorns built a decisive 12-0 run late. Moses and Fackler each had three-point bursts, while Courtney Marcucci added back-to-back threes. Lutheran West fought back with a third-quarter surge but could not overcome the deficit as SC coach Anjie Chet noted the aggressive opponent and the Longhorns' late rhythm.
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Jenni Fackler
Anjie Chet
Lutheran West
Spartans
Skolnicki
Courtney Marcucci
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Marcucci
Trey
Fackler
Wittrock
Midwest Academy Baseball Camps Hosted Across States
Midwest Baseball Academy operates a national network of hitting camps for players in grades 2 and up with 40 locators in 11 states. A 2004 program runs February 1 to March 14 at Admiral Kino Center and CSU Physical Education Building. Fees range from 40 to 120 dollars, with discounts for multi-session packages. Call 216 887 5035 for details.
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Dukes Take Top Spot At Pirate Invite In Black River
Wellington wins the 10-team Pirate Invitational with 188.5 points, topping Northwestern and Black River. Dan Goble and Josh Kerschmar lead Wellington with titles and high finishes, while several Wellington and Keystone, Clearview, and Southview wrestlers earn medals in a tight regional meet.
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Dan Goble
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Dan Bogan
Joe Bockmore
Justin Bliem
Gar Cole
Sam Hughes
Rob Breyley
Avon Holiday Wrestling Highlights From Avon and Area
James Kara defends 213 lb crown at Avon Holiday Tournament with finals time of 1 38 over Chris Best. Kurt Schnittger wins 169 lb title 3 1 over Ryan Blackburn. Andrew Perez tops 119 lb field at Brecksville and earns MVP. Vermilion and St Edward contributors shine at dual meet series as wrestlers post strong showings. Local schedule notes and contact info for column news.
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James Kara
Avon
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Andrew Perez
Brecksville
Sugahoga Heights
Braxton Scaletta
Wrestler of the Week Bachna leads undefeated Panthers
Senior wrestler Bachna of the Panthers stands 21-0 this season after clinching Vermilion Holiday Classic and Columbia Invitational titles. He went 7-0 at Vermilion and 3-0 at Columbia with five pins, totaling 20 pins so far. Bachna plans Cal Poly in business administration, carries a 3.0 GPA, and is a multi-sport athlete with football, track, and Chess Club participation. Parents Ken and Jem Bachna.
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Columbia
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Jem Bachna
Wrestling Records Showweights and Wrestlers Across Local Schools
The list catalogs wrestlers by weight class with school affiliations and current records from Amherst Steele Elyria Catholic Avon Lake Westlake and Wellington. Notable names include Jake Levime Ramero Parker and Mo Ali among others, reflecting the regional talent pool and competitive standings.
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Lorain County
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Bay
Westlake
Olmsted Falls
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Parma
Prangers
Jake Levime
Amherst Steefe
Ramero Parker
Southview
Beau Lem
Jon Taylor
Elyna Catholic
Robin Brown
Southew
Mitch Drellishak
Josh Counts
TAS
Andrew Perez
Mo Ali
Eli Schwandt
Frankie Mercada
Southnew
Jel Carbaugh
Dan Micheff
Frente Santiago
Southmew
Jason Brunner
Andrew Hoptans
Tin Leimkuehler
Brad
Jeff Green
Dan Logsdon
Amherst Steele
Mike Moore
Chris Anderson
Southen
R. J. Saladonis
Joe Bockmore
Matt Whitely
Elyna
Greg Finch
Bobby LaRosa
Matt Hogan
Dave Hilden
Tom Montagnese
Tommy LaRose
Ban Ricci
Justin Bern
Dan Sokolow
Randy Loushin
Amherst Reel
Dan Goble
Welmaton
Paul Sen
Nate Lupe
Mixe Minnick
RJ. Hickey
Elyria Catholic
Josh Kerschmar
Welligton
Scott Bennett
Brian Bacina
Gar Cole
James Faughi
Andy Winemmer
Nick Kwiatkowski
Corey Sheperd
Jeremiah Fitzpatrick
Sam Hughes
Joe Wison
Cory Nara
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