Astros call-up Sampson wins in first start against Cubs
Channelview’s Chris Sampson earned his first major league win in his first start, tossing seven scoreless innings and yielding three hits as the Astros beat the Chicago Cubs 1-0. Groundball pitcher who rose from the minors and recalled from Round Rock, he credits staying fixed on his approach.
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Berkman Caps Astros Rally With Two Homers Over Braves
Lance Berkman hit two homers and Orlando Palmeiro added a pinch hit two run single as Houston beat Atlanta 7-4. Berkman joined a multihomer game, Pettitte earned win in a tight stretch, Lamb homered, Wheeler fanned the side in the eighth, and Lidge closed for his 16th save.
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Henley Eyes Bayou Bowl Boost Before playoffs
Senior lineman Henley reflects on not reaching the playoffs and sees the Bayou Bowl as a chance to earn a ring. The 6-3, 270-pound Texas Tech signee impressed with explosive feet and sideline-to-sideline play, despite college decision shifts and a disappointing season end.
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Fuqua Focused on Mechanics in Strong Season
Fuqua spoke about improving mechanics after a strong campaign. A first team All-District 22-5A selection, he helped Sterling reach the district co championship before the Rangers were upset by Clear Lake in the playoffs.
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Mavericks top Heat in Game 1 of NBA finals
Dirk Nowitzki struggled but Dallas edged Miami 90-80 as Jason Terry poured in 32 points including 20 in the first half and 12 in the fourth. Wade had 28 for the Heat, O Neal 17 with rough free throws, and Dallas tightened late to take a 1 0 series lead.
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Royals Rally From Seven-Run Deficit to Beat Rangers
Kansas City Royals erased a seven-run hole to beat Texas Rangers 16-12 in Kansas City. David DeJesus drove in four, Mark Teahen went 4-for-4, and Matt Stairs hit a three-run homer as KC snapped a nine-game home skid. The Royals piled on with a six-run seventh inning and 18 hits, a season high.
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Ballers finish third in Stafford Tournament
The Baytown Ballers 16 under AAU team placed third at Stafford High School in a 14 team Prime Time Sports national qualifier. They beat Northside Shakar 58 49 and Team My Stars 66 44 before defeating Houston Indians 80 66 in the third place game. They nearly upset T J Ford Elite II after a 15 0 run to start the second half and trailed by seven with four minutes left.
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