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Derrick Jensen, a running back who won two Super Bowls and later became a scout who specialized in uncovering overlooked talent, died after a five-year battle with ALS. He was 60. Former Super Bowl winner, scout Derrick Jensen dies at 60 https://t.co/amm8qJluF7 pic.twitter.com/g8YImpueJ8 — Around The NFL (@AroundTheNFL) April 8, 2017 Jensen was a running back…
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Former Philadelphia Flyers forward and European scout Ilkka Sinisalo died in his native Finland on Wednesday. He was 58. Sinisalo, who was reportedly battling prostate cancer, helped Philadelphia to two Stanley Cup finals appearances during his nine seasons with the club. He also served as a scout for the team since 2004. "Ilkka was a true…
Jerry Krause, who orchestrated the Chicago Bulls' dominant run in the 1990s, died at the age of 77 on Tuesday. Krause, a native of Chicago, became the Bulls' general manager in 1985 and drafted the likes of Scottie Pippen and Horace Grant to team with Michael Jordan and build a team that won six NBA championships.…
