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Issue #23/104, Nov 23 - Dec 7, 2000
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Cliche Watch“I don’t know the situation, but obviously our thoughts and prayers go out to his family.” New England Patriots quarterback Drew Bledsoe, on Cincinatti Bengals linebacker Rod Jones, who was taken off the field after experiencing chest pains, Nov. 19, 2000
“We certainly want his family to know that the Clemson family holds them in our thoughts and prayers.” Clemson school President Jim Barker, on the death of Clemson defensive lineman Brandon Rouse, Sunday, April 30
“Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family,” Clemson coach Tommy Bowden, also on April 30
“Our thoughts and prayers are with Bobby’s family and with the players and staff of the Charlotte Hornets.” Jerry Colangelo, Phoenix Suns president, on the death of NBA player Bobby Phils, Jan. 12, 2000
“Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.” Agent Leigh Steinberg, on the death of Kansas City Chiefs star Derrick Thomas, Feb 8, 2000
“Our thoughts and prayers are with Kevin and his family.” Pittsburgh Penguins owner Mario Lemieux, on the arrest of former teammate Kevin Stevens, who was caught in a motel room with a prostitute, a loaded gun and $500 of crack cocaine, Jan. 26, 2000
“Our thoughts and prayers are with coach Avery and his family.” Tampa Bay Buccaneers spokesman Reggie Roberts, on the disappearance of Bucs assistant coach, November 7, 2000
“Our thoughts and prayers are with Montia and her family.” James R. Doyle, DePaul University’s vice president for student affairs, on Montia Gardner one of five Depaul track team members injured when the women’s team van flipped over, Jan. 23, 2000
“Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.” Henrico, Virginia County Public Schools public information director Janet Binns, on the death of Hopewell High Blue Devils running back Anthony Lobano, Sep. 7, 2000
“Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.” Orlando Magic General manager John Gabriel, on the death of former Syracuse center Conrad McRae, who died of heart failure at Magic summer league team practice, July 11, 2000
“Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.” Florida International University coach Danny Price, on the death by viral infection of sophomore pitcher Ramiro “Toti” Mendez, April 3, 2000
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