Cavs stay course as Williams turns down Italy move
Cleveland forward John Williams rejected a two year nine million offer from Il Messaggero Roma and will pursue an NBA path. Cavs GM Wayne Embry said Cleveland has a substantial offer open while awaiting the August salary cap. Williams, 6-11, averaged 16.8 points 8.1 rebounds last season and played all 82 games.
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Staysniak Aims For Chargers Spot After OSU Career
Midview grad Joe Staysniak heads to San Diego to sign with the Chargers and compete for a final roster spot after a standout OSU career. He backs his NFL bid with rigorous workouts, study of plays, and a seven week southern California stay post draft. He cites family support and education as key influences on his path.
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Hairston leaves Browns after request to waive
Cleveland Browns waive defensive lineman Carl Big Daddy Hairston aged 37 and backup center Tom Baugh after a meeting with owner Art Modell and executives. Hairston, a six year Browns starter with 75 games and 37 percent sacks, sought a chance to play elsewhere.
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Indians stay in AL East race with Swindell gem at Oakland
Cleveland pitcher Greg Swindell improved to 5-5 as he limited the A s to two runs over seven innings. Cory Snyder and Candy Maldonado drove in runs while Mike Moore took the loss. Rickey Henderson sat with a groin injury as Oakland shuffled its infield. The Indians extended a stretch of strong starts by Swindell and recalled Steve Olin while sending Al Nipper to Colorado Springs.
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