Word: hagler
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...prospects of a return to the ring to fight either Hearns or Marvin Hagler, Leonard had one consistent answer...
...evidence, including a prewritten, first-person SPORTS ILLUSTRATED account, suggested the evening was pure melodrama. But Leonard insisted his decision to retire was not finally made until right there in the ring, when, looking directly at Middleweight Champion Marvin Hagler and rhapsodizing over what a splendid match they would make, he said, "Unfortunately, it will never happen...
...wanted Hagler there," he said later...
...history. Though Hearns last week said he is eager for a rematch, Leonard's ambitions are focused on seeking a further title. In addition to his welterweight crown, he recently won the WBA junior middleweight (148 to 154 Ibs.) championship, and his advisers expect him to seek Marvin Hagler's middleweight (155 to 160 Ibs.) title next. Talk of retirement is scarcely heard in the Leonard camp any more. Says Attorney Mike Trainer, who has handled Leonard's financial affairs since he turned pro: "He does look too cute, too sweet, too nice, but that...
Here is what the arguing is about: Sam (Bam) Cunningham, the Boston College Eagles, Sugar Ray Leonard and Marvelous Marvin Hagler, Larry Bird, John McEnroe, the Boston Bruins...