Indians fall as Twins upend Wright at Jacobs Field
Jaret Wright suffers his fifth loss after Minnesota scores five unearned runs in the first inning. Corey Koskie and Terry Steinbach drive in early runs as Eric Milton limits the Tribe. Jim Thome homers for Cleveland but Wright and the bullpen can’t rally for a win.
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Candiotti Picked For Long Relief In Cleveland
Indians coach Mike Hargrove announced Gooden will start Friday against Kansas City while Langston starts part of Saturday's day night doubleheader. Nagy will start the game of his choice Saturday.
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Cavaliers Draft Picks Surprise Crowd in Gund Arena
Cavaliers select Miller and Langdon in a draft that stunned fans at Gund Arena. Miller, a versatile scorer and facilitator, is praised for potential growth, while Langdon, rated low by some, defies doubts after Alaska roots and Duke pedigree.
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Indians fall as misplays cost win in Cleveland
The Indians offense sputtered with five hits as four unearned runs came from defensive miscues including a Diaz relay error and Vizquel baserunning interference. Thome belted a two run homer while Milton pitched eight and two thirds strong. Wright struggled early before settling, but the Twins held on for a loss.
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Walter Johnson Zooms Through NFL Glory and Browns Valor
Walter Johnson nicknamed Zoom starred for the Browns and in AFL NFL drafts era battles. He battled finger injuries from a frozen turf bite in 1999 and never missed a game. A Cincinnati Taft High alumnus, he was feared by linemen yet remembered as a gentle giant by teammates and rivals. He battled Jerry Kramer and formed a feared defensive tackle tandem with Sherk, often overshadowed by Joe Greene.
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