Sports briefs for November 4, 2003

Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2003 | 11:11 a.m.

Hockey Canada scheduled a news conference for today at Wayne Gretzky's restaurant in Toronto where it is expected that Gretzky will be named the chief operating officer for Canada's hockey team in the 2004 Winter Olympics and the 2006 World Championships.

Canada won its first Olympic gold medal in 50 years at Salt Lake City in 2002 with Gretzky, the managing partner of the Phoenix Coyotes, in charge of assembling the roster, lining up coaches and directing the management team.

Coyotes general manager Mike Barnett, Gretzky's former agent, declined to reveal Gretzky's plans on Monday but thought the NHL's career scoring leader most likely would want to repeat the experience.

Chicago hires Guillen

The Chicago White Sox introduced Ozzie Guillen as their new manager, replacing Jerry Royster. Guillen was a three-time All-Star shortstop with the White Sox.

Redskins appeal

Lawyers for a group of American Indians led by activitist Suzan Shown Hargo said they will appeal a decision rejecting their efforts to cancel the trademark for the team name of the Washington Redskins.

Aussie favorite falters

Makybe Diva won Australia's biggest race today, capturing the $3.2 million Melbourne Cup in which favorite Mamool finished last in the 23-horse field.

Dotson trial moved

A judge granted Baylor University's request to have a wrongful-death lawsuit filed by the father of slain basketball player Patrick Dennehy moved to Waco.

Mashburn surgery

New Orleans Hornets forward Jamal Mashburn will be out 6-8 weeks after arthroscopic surgery on his right knee.