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West Islip native Dan McShane returns to 'Jeopardy!' for Tournament of Champions

Dan McShane, 25, a West Islip native, qualified

Photo credit: Jeopardy Productions Inc.

People treat Dan McShane a little bit differently since he competed on five episodes of “Jeopardy!” last year, walking away with $64,001.

Often, they expect him to pick up the check at bars and restaurants, he said, and insist on speaking to him in the form of a question.

“Everyone thinks it’s funny to say things in the form of a question when they’re talking to me,” said the 25-year-old...

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