Strasburg Fans Eight in Second MLB Start in Cleveland
Stephen Strasburg struck out eight over six innings in his second major league start in Cleveland, allowing two hits and showcasing a 100 mph fastball. He struggled with the mound, twice asking for repairs, and was lifted after issuing two walks to load the bases as Washington beat the Indians 9 4 amid boos.
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Top 10 finishers at Michigan race listed
The top finishers include Denny Hamlin in a Toyota top spot, followed by Jimmie Johnson in a Chevrolet, Kasey Kahne in a Ford, Dale Earnhardt Jr in Chevrolet, Kurt Busch in a Dodge, Jeff Burton in Chevrolet, Jeff Gordon in Chevrolet, Greg Biffle in a Ford, Tony Stewart in a Chevrolet, and Joey Logano in a Toyota in the Michigan event lineup.
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Toyota
Jimmie Johnson
Chevrolet
Kasey Kahne
Ford
Dale Earnhardt Jr
Kurt Busch
Dodge
Jeff Burton
Jeff Gordon
Greg Biffle
Tony Stewart
Free Bowling With Bluefield Orioles on June 21
Youth invited to bowl free with the Bluefield Orioles on Monday June 21 from noon to 2 pm at Mountaineer Lanes Bluefield Cumberland Road. Laser bowling refreshments and door prizes included. Meet and greet the 2010 Baby Birds.
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Westwood Wins St Jude Classic After Dramatic Playoff
OT at St Judes Lee Westwood pictured was packing to leave as Robert Garrigus led by three with one hole left. Garrigus triple bogeyed forcing a three way playoff with Robert Karlsson. Westwood sank a 6 foot putt on the fourth playoff hole to win his second PGA Tour title and first since 1998 in New Orleans.
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Izzo Contemplates Cavs Move Amid Public Support
Fans in East Lansing left signs at the Magic Johnson statue urging Tom Izzo to stay with Michigan State as he weighs a possible move to coach the Cleveland Cavaliers. Izzo told The Associated Press he is still gathering information. Signs read We Love Izzo appear in Lansing area lawns including near the Capitol.
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Kahne Sees Hamlin Outsprint After Late Restart at MIS
Kasey Kahne finished second after Denny Hamlin leveraged a late restart to pull away at Michigan International Speedway. Kahne said his car was strong but Hamlin’s 11 was slightly better.
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Ghana Downs Serbia in World Cup Group D clash
Asamoah Gyan converted an 84th minute penalty to give Ghana a 1-0 win over Serbia at Loftus Versfeld. The victory marks Africa’s first World Cup win in the tournament with celebrations across the continent and a pledge to dedicate the win to African fans.
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U S Open at Pebble Beach Feels Like Hall of Fame Spotlight
The upcoming U S Open at Pebble Beach on the California coast heads toward a field with past champions Nicklaus Watson Kite Woods among four men who hold 202 PGA Tour wins and 41 majors. Geoff Ogilvy praised great venues drawing great winners.
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Celtics Take Game Five In NBA Finals Lead
Paul Pierce poured in 27 points to lift the Boston Celtics past the Los Angeles Lakers 92 86 and move within one win of a record 18th title. Kevin Garnett and Rajon Rondo added double digit contributions as Boston took a 3 2 series edge.
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Reine Leads Sooners Past Cavaliers in Charlottesville
Oklahoma avoided collapse by Reine's two homers and five RBIs as they beat Virginia 10-7 to force a decisive third game. Revne added a solo homer, Max White contributed a two run shot, and Bobby Shore faces Brandon Kline in the rematch for a trip to Omaha.
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Joyce polls as best umpire in MLB poll
The Associated Press reports Joyce is voted best umpire in Major League Baseball in a poll of 100 players by ESPN The Magazine. He previously made headlines for a blown call at first base costing Armando Galarraga a perfect game on June 2. after review, he apologized to Galarraga. ESPN noted 50 active players from each league participated.
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Hamlin Dominates Michigan Sprint Cup for Fifth Win
Denny Hamlin controlled the Michigan International Speedway race to win his second straight event and fifth of the season. He led 123 laps and pulled away from Kasey Kahne late, with Kahne finishing second and Kurt Busch, Jeff Gordon, and Tony Stewart following. Jimmie Johnson was sixth and Dale Earnhardt Jr. seventh.
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