Expos move decision eyed for 2005 season
Baseball officials expect the Montreal Expos to relocate before 2005 but refuse to set a firm deadline. Top bids come from Washington DC area and Loudoun County near Dulles with other contenders including Las Vegas Monterrey Norfolk Portland and San Juan. If moved to the DC area the Expos would play at RFK Stadium before a 2007 or 2008 ballpark opening.
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Baseball All Stars Shine at Houston All-Star Game
The American and National Leagues meet in Houston for the MLB All-Star Game to decide home field advantage in the World Series. A showcase of top players highlights the midseason classic with standout performances expected.
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Major League Baseball Players Mentioned in Source
The list names Joe Nathan with Twins 23 and 1.13, Jim Thome with Phillies at first base, Mark Loretta with Padres at second, and Barry Larkin with Reds as SS. The source appears to be a Major League reference.
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Moises Alou
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Derby sluggers meet as Bonds eyes home run record
In Minute Maid Park a gathering of 14 living members with 500 plus homers totals eight thousand eighty three homers as Bonds, at 681, weighs beating Babe Ruth’s 714. Hank Aaron predicts Bonds will surpass Ruth while Mays and Willie glow in photos as other stars forecast future leaders.
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All-Star Clemens near Oldest All-Star Start Record
The article tracks Roger Clemens nearing the oldest All-Star start record, with Barry Bonds 40, Kenny Rogers 39, Tom Glavine 38, and Moises Alou 38. It recalls Clemens debut in 1986 and notes aging stars like Edgar Martinez and Jamie Moyer in past lineups, plus the 41-year record by Pete Rose. It ends noting players’ year-round training and nutrition.
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Johnson open to a trade from Diamondbacks
Randy Johnson said he would consider waiving his no-trade clause if Arizona traded him to a contender. He noted he hasn’t been approached and could leave only if it benefits the Diamondbacks by reducing payroll or improving the return. Possible destinations include Anaheim Boston and the Yankees.
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All-Star Game questioned as interleague play blooms
Purdy and SportsCenter argue interleague play saps All-Star mystique and details how the annual game evolved from a unique showcase to a regular-season sideshow. The piece notes potential benefits of removing the game, including earlier World Series dates and fewer controversies, while recalling the event’s origins and sponsor-driven merchandising.
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