Jordan Sticks by Union at Las Vegas Players Meeting
Michael Jordan joined star players in Las Vegas as the NBA Players Association unified against a hard salary cap. Hall of Famers Shaquille O Neal and Scottie Pippen backed a united stance while Billy Hunter announced unanimous rejection of a hard cap and plans for a bargaining session in New York.
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Griffith Joyner death linked to cavernous brain condition
The family and officials deny drugs or foul play in the death of Olympic champion Griffith Joyner. Paramedics found her unresponsive after a seizure. doctors cite cavernous angioma as a possible cause. Her husband Al Joyner and supporters call for privacy and tribute to her legacy.
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Yankees face free agency wave after World Series sweep
After sweeping San Diego, Bernie Williams David Cone and Series MVP Scott Brosius become eligible for free agency. Williams seeks a seven year no trade contract, Boras says. The Yankees weigh options on Darryl Strawberry Joe Girardi and Cone while considering other roster changes.
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Vaughn rejects Boston option as free agency opens
Jose Canseco leads a group of eight players filing for free agency after the World Series as Mo Vaughn declines a 6.75 million option with the Boston Red Sox and becomes one of about 150 players eligible to file by November 5. Other notable players include Bernie Williams, Kevin Brown, Scott Brosius, Randy Johnson, Mike Piazza, Roberto Alomar and Robin Ventura.
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Belle Seeks Stay With White Sox After Cleveland Stint
Chicago slugger Albert Belle says he wants to remain with the White Sox and believes they can win a division title. He may become a free agent if Chicago won’t pay 4.25 million more over three years, though he hinted at a five year 55 million deal from after 1996. Belle praised manager Jerry Manuel and noted his respect for Chicago. Belle has faced suspensions and fines in the past, while Reinsdorf will review a special clause if Belle initiates renewal. Belle drops a civil charge against a woman who claimed harassment. a truce agreement requires him to pay damages to her home as prosecutors’ office confirms.
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Yankees claim best team season in baseball history
Yankees manager Torre insists the 1998 club posted the best single season ever, with 125 wins and a .714 winning percentage matching Babe Ruth’s home run total. MVP Scott Brosius delivered 8 for 17 with six RBIs in four games as New York clinched its second title in three years and owner Steinbrenner called the team truly special.
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