Braves edge Nationals as Murphy returns in opener at Turner Field
Murphy walks twice in first game back from Mets three year deal as Freeman and Garcia homer for Braves. Harper homers for Washington while Teheran allows two run six innings. Chase Utley rule affects Markakis baserunning, Braves celebrate final Turner Field opener with legends and ex-stars.
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Knight reflects on magical four years at Midland Valley
longtime Midland Valley coach Knight recalls a magical era over the past 3 to 4 years after leading the Mustangs as head coach since 1999 beginning as an assistant under Clayton Chriswell. He taught U S history government and economics and spent 15 years in the weight room. Knight plans to stay connected to sports with uncertain future and likely attendance in the stands.
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Martinsville gives new stars a chance to shine
In Martinsville Kyle Busch swept the weekend races but AJ Allmendinger Kyle Larson rose to finish second and third with Austin Dillon in fourth and Brian Vickers seventh. Danica Patrick ran inside the top ten during a stretch. Allmendinger pushes to chase the Sprint Cup and Larson shows improved form as Dillon climbs standings with four top tens in six races.
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Augusta's Taylor returns for Masters bid
Augusta native Vaughn Taylor, riding a Pebble Beach win, eyes the Masters at Augusta National. He enters with conditional Web.com Tour status and aims to improve on a career best Masters finish of 10th in 2007, noting confidence from a recent major victory and adjustability to expected cool, windy conditions.
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Johnson speaks on Masters prep and mentoring others
Zach Johnson, undeterred by his current form, focuses on the Masters. He notes excitement and the competitive energy of Augusta and reflects on learning from veterans like Davis Love, Tom Lehman, and Corey Pavin, while mentoring younger players such as Eisner and Smylie Kaufman in practice rounds.
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