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West Islip native Dan McShane advances in ‘Jeopardy!’ Tournament of Champions

Wednesday February 20, 2013 8:03 AM By Josh Stewart

Dan McShane, 25, a West Islip native, qualified

Photo credit: Jeopardy Productions Inc.

A former Soviet capital and some speak-easy TV knowledge has West Islip native Dan McShane alive and kicking in the “Jeopardy!” Tournament of Champions.

The 25-year-old bartender, who now lives in Brooklyn, has advanced to the semifinals of the tournament, and his quest for a spot in the final will air Thursday at 7 p.m. on WABC-TV.

McShane’s first-round match aired Monday, and his $20,000...

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