Kent center out

Kent center out
Kent State junior center Nate Gerwig had knee surgery this week and will miss the 2003-04 season.
Despite being hampered by a shoulder injury last season, the 6-foot-9 Gerwig averaged 7.6 points, 4.1 rebounds and set a school record with a .643 field-goal percentage. He started 28 games while Kent State went 22-9 and reached the NIT. Gerwig underwent knee surgery Thursday. The school said he had been bothered by a knee problem, but didn't disclose his injury.
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With five Calder Trophy-eligible players on the active roster, the Pittsburgh Penguins knew its rookies would have to grow up fast this season. That the rookies would make an impact so quickly has surprised everyone -- except them. So far, the results are promising. C4.