Eric Lindros ... every hockey fan in the world either hates him, expects him to perform miracles, or both

Article Abstract:

Top hockey prospect Eric Lindros was drafted by the Quebec Nordiques but sat out the 1991-1992 season, refusing to play in Quebec. Eventually Lindros was traded to the Philadelphia Flyers for five veteran players, a number one draft pick and $15 million.

Contracts, Hockey players, Lindros, Eric, Trading (Sports), Philadelphia Flyers

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Bad boy U

Article Abstract:

Jerry Tarkanian has been replaced as the University of Nevada's basketball coach, ending a unique era at the school. Tarkanian was not afraid to accept players with questionable academic skills, and he realized the basic truth that basketball is theater.

Evaluation, College sports, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Tarkanian, Jerry

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Word things ... the time has come to decorporatize the vernacular in vogue in the field of athletic endeavor

Article Abstract:

APresidential Commission to Untangle and Unmangle Sports Terminology has been formed and takes issue with the use of such words and phrases as 'focus,' 'foot speed, and 'playing within myself.'

Humor and anecdotes, Sports

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