Vizquel May Bat Second as Indians Try New Order
In Winter Haven the Indians tested a lineup with Omar Vizquel batting second and Julio Franco sixth due to Franco’s facial injuries. Manager Mike Hargrove praised the flexible bats as a potential opener against the Yankees, while Vizquel said he’d prefer second but can hit anywhere.
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Harprove
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White Sox
Manny Ramirez
Pirates
Carlos Baerga
Murray
Belle’s liner injures fan as Belle drills Tigers in Lakeland
Albert Belle’s line drive struck Joe Plaso behind first base injuring him with a deep gash that required 12 stitches. Plaso, a North Olmsted native, was treated at a hospital and released. Plaso’s wife Wanda Thomas says the family plans to attend another game. Plato’s 10 year old daughter remains unsure if the hit was unintentional.
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Geass
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Lakeland
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Elyria
Joe Plaso
Belle
Piaso
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Plaso
Plato
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Indians trim camp roster with 17 sent to minor leagues
The Indians reduced their camp to 39 players on Tuesday sending Bartolo Colon Danny Graves Willie Smith Kevin Tolar Ryan Martindale Drew Denson Steve Dunn Don Sparks to the minor league camp. Additional moves optioned Jim Lewis Casey Whitten Damian Jackson to Buffalo and Daron Kirkrell Jeff Sexton to Canton Akron. Dennis Martinez Julian Tavarez and Jose Mesa pitched in relief as the team prepared for a game against the Yankees. Jesse Levis signed a one year deal becoming the last player to join the camp.
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Bartolo Colon
Danny Graves
Willie Smith
Kevin Tolar
Ryan Martindale
Drew Denson
Steve Dunn
Don Sparks
Buffalo
Jim Lewis
Casey Whitten
Damian Jackson
Canton- Akron
Maximo DeLaRosa
Jeff Sexton
Daron Kirkrell
Kline
Einariaz
J.J. Thobe
Dennis Martinez
Martinez
Charles Nagy
Julian Tavarez
Jeff King
Jose Mesa
Jesse Levis
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California Angels
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Ralph Beyenk
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Keith Luulog
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Chat Mattola
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Montreat
Ex-Lion Sims says he's fine amid missing report
Former Heisman winner Billy Sims told WDIV he is in Detroit on business and not missing, after Edna Sims filed a report claiming he had been missing since February 13. News notes include Ozzie Newsome to director of football operations, replay delay, Lott retirement, Abdul-Rauf suspension, OSU coach Ayers's fate, Brian Higley All-America honor, and NCAA Final Four ticket prices soaring to as high as ten thousand dollars.
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Ronnie Lott
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Randy
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Rizzuto to Return for Opening Day and 30 Games
Scooters back Yankee legend Phil Rizzuto announces he will return for the April 1 opening day telecast from Cleveland and for 30 additional regular-season games. The Hall of Fame shortstop had retired last August after 39 years in the WPIX booth, amid guilt over missing Mickey Mantle’s funeral and pressure to finish the season. Dave Winfield also joins Fox as a studio analyst for its first baseball season beginning June 1.
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Boston
Mickey Mantle
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Regional sports slate signals busy broadcast night
High school regional semifinal Olmsted Falls meets Columbus East while Cincinnati Cyclones host Cleveland. Suns face Pistons in NBA action and NIT early rounds draw ESPN and TBS coverage. Tennis from Indian Wells and bowling from Tacoma round out the schedule with radio and TV listings.
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Columbus East
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Baseball and Basketball Transactions Mixed Across Leagues
Major League Baseball teams announce minor and major camp moves and player releases. In the AL California Angels drop multiple outfielders pitchers and catchers to camp. Cleveland Indians sign Jeass Levis and assign pitchers and catchers to minor leagues with several options. Mariners extend Lou Pimnell as manager. NBA suspends Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf for kneeling during the anthem and Minnesota fined Jamal Fixer for leaving the court late in a game. Knicks waive Victor Alexander and sign Ronnie Grandison to a 10 day deal. ABA notes move of Chicago Rockers to La Crosse Wisconsin. NFL activity includes Baltimore naming Duzzle Newsome football operations director and Bills naming I Joseph Assad plant director. Jaguars promote Michel Huyghue. Chiefs retire Ronnie Lott. Saints sign Darran Mickell.
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Duzzle Newsome
Jeff Blackshear
Seattle Seahewds
Buffalo Bills
I Joseph Assad
Jacksonville Jaguars
Michel Huyghue Fo
Kansas City Chiefs
Ronnie Lott
NEW Orleans Saints
Darran Mickell
NHL and college sports moves sweep across leagues
National Hockey League teams announce trades waivers and recalls affecting Flames Oilers Blues Leafs Jets and Maroons while colleges list resignations hires and coaching changes at Arkansas State Florida State Manhattanville Northern Arizona Princeton Southern Miss Syracuse and Western Maryland with new coaches and staff named or reassigned.
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Goulumbus High School Athletes Highlight in All-State Picks
The 1905-96 Associated Press Division Highs list top players from Albohm to Washington. Angia Finke of Spang Kenton Ridge named Player of the Year with multiple supports. coaches Ada Bell and Dor Barrow cited. Includes first through third teams and special mentions with numerous Ohio programs and cities.
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Charles Haller
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Cle
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Joseph
Magan McCabe
Gin
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Cortney Allen
Old Wash
Buckeye Trail
Monica Vicarel Youngs Mooney
Kathy Coyner
Belpre
Stephany Dunmyer
Pambervile Eastwood
Kelly Easton
Orwell Grand Valley
Amy Stone
Manon River Valley
Carre Tonkowich
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Baseball scorecard chaos shows mixed spring results
Fragmented schedule lists numerous spring training games across league teams with results, opponents, and venues. It notes split squads and notes which contests count toward official standings, with several matchups including Yankees, Dodgers, Mets, White Sox, and Cubs in Florida and Arizona venues.
Colleges With Most NCAA Basketball Wins Through 1994-95
The list ranks SCHOOLS WITH MOST WINS in NCAA basketball through the 1994-95 season. St John s Temple Oregon State Pennsylvania Syracuse Notre Dame appear in the top ten with Kentucky Kansas and North Carolina leading the all time wins tally per World Features Syndicate.
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Notre Dame
N.C
Kentucky
Kansas
World Features Syndicate
Tait Remains Cleveland Cavaliers Voice After Turbulent Era
Joe Tait, longtime Cavs broadcaster, reflects on his local roots in Medina County at the Lafayette Market and the 1981 Coliseum firing by Ted Stepien. He recalls his return with the Gund family era and vows to stay for his 4,000th game amid fan support and local lore.
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Lodi
Tait
Joe
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Ted Stepien
Stepien
Gund
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Chicago Bulls
Ted
WWWE
Joe Tait
76Ers
Indians face decision as Burnitz fights for roster spot
Outfielder Scott Burnitz contends with waiver concerns as the Cleveland Indians weigh his role. Manager John Hart praises his fiery makeup, hoping Burnitz can contribute as a platoon lefty with potential 400 at bats. Burnitz acknowledges bench duties will demand extra work and adaptation.
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Coed Softball Interest Sought for West Park Leagues
Elyna Parks and Recreation seeks players for Saturday night coed softball and Sunday double headers. Contact Greg at 365-7101 by 4 pm or Terry at 323-0032 after 6 pm. Leagues form only if enough teams respond.
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Greg
Elyna Parks and Recreation Department
Datora
Terry
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