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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1998
Page
3
Indians maintain pursuit of star second baseman Robbie Alomar despite friction with current roster. Trade talks continue as executives weigh prospects and cap implications amid early season struggles.
Sammy Slinger known as Sammy the Shovel announces his bid to own the Browns, mocking NFL price talk and Bernie Kosar while questioning the cost of a half billion dollars. He derides Vinny Testaverde and loaded trucks as he blasts the NFL press conference circus.
Cleveland sits atop the Central as White Sox falter and the Tigers rebuild. The Indians boast strong bullpen led by Bartolo Colon, Dave Barba, and Jaret Wright, with Manny Ramirez and Mark Whiten driving offense. Despite streaky play and spotty defense at times, the club projects 90 or more wins and a comfortable margin in the division, then faces postseason expectations as the Jets turn on.
Cleveland Rockers snapped a three game home losing streak by beating the Washington Mystics 77 to 45 at Gund Arena. The Rockers also ended a two game overall slide and won for just the second time in six, both vs Washington. Michelle Edwards returned from injury to score six points in 16 minutes helping spark a late first half rally.
Bud Selig is named the permanent commissioner of baseball, replacing Fay Vincent and ending his acting role. He vows limited power within defined areas and promises rule by consensus rather than autocratic authority. Selig has led the Brewers and helped push Vincent to resign in 1992.
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