Baseball spring notes from Fort Myers Clearwater Peoria and Tempe
Multiple club reports from spring training. Galvez, an 18 year old Cuba defector, signs a minor deal with Boston and could begin at Augusta. Kevin Millwood to start Phillies opener March 31 after strong 2000 season. Bret Boone optimistic on Seattle and manager Bob Melvin prepares a flexible squad. Barry Zito discusses life after the Cy Young and focus on improvement. Francisco Rodriguez describes Caracas dangers and staying with Dodgers group in Tempe.
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Boston Red Sox
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Louie Eljana
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Philadelphia
Larry Bowa
Kevin Millwood
Florida
Phillies
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Bowa
Millwood
Braves
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Ariz
Bret Boone
Seattle Mariners
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Bob Melvin
Arizona Diamondbacks
Arizona
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Woods wins Buick Invitational in strong comeback
Tiger Woods, back from December knee surgery, captures the Buick Invitational at Torrey Pines with a 16 under 272, finishing four strokes ahead of Phil Mickelson. He carded a 68 aided by precise irons and a 231 yard 4 iron birdie at No 11, and a 200 yard second 4 iron for the clincher at No 15.
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Arron Oberholser
Ernie Els
Els
Australia
Tiger Woods
San Diego
Santo faces toughest comeback with second amputation
Ron Santo arrives at spring training with a cane two months after his second leg amputation. The Cubs legend remains upbeat about walking, returning to Cubs broadcasts, and hopes for Hall of Fame recognition as the Veterans Committee vote nears.
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Mesa
Ariz
Spurs Tie NBA Road Victory Mark With 104 101 Win At Kings
Spurs beat the Sacramento Kings 104-101 to extend an eight game road winning streak a franchise mark. Tim Duncan contributed points and rebounds while Emanuel Ginobili grabbed late offensive boards as Malik Rose Parker scored and assisted.
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NETS
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Lakers sit Shaquille O Neal with sore left knee
Los Angeles star Shaquille O Neal sat out Sunday night’s game with the New York Knicks due to left knee soreness. He had planned to start Indocin to ease knee pain and had surgery on his right big toe. he was examined by Dr. Steve Lombardo before the decision to sit out was made. He is day to day ahead of a Tuesday matchup with Yao Ming and the Houston Rockets.
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