Henderson back in the big leagues with Dodgers
Rickey Henderson, 44, returns to MLB with the Los Angeles Dodgers after a 56 game independent league stint in Newark. He embraces any role to help the team win and eyes a 25th big league season while noting his days are numbered.
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All-Stars Rally Ends with Blalock Heroics in All-Star Game
The AL overcome a 6-4 deficit as Blalock delivers a clutch late hit after Wells and Glaus setup. Wagner earns win, Foulke seals save, Furcal ends game as AL trims series deficit to 40-32-2. Anderson earns Ted Williams MVP. NL’s Todd Helton belts two-run homer in fifth.
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First-time All-Star hitters with homer in first at bat list
A compilation of players who homered in their first All-Star at bat across years from 1940 to 2003. Notable entries include Hank Blalock, Javier Lopez, Jeff Conine, Bo Jackson, Terry Steinbach, Lee Mazzilli, Dick Dietz, Johnny Bench, George Altman, Jim Gilliam, and Hoot Evers, with additional game notes and context from select seasons.
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Anderson crowned first Ted Williams MVP of All Star game
Angels star Garret Anderson, who fueled the AL comeback with a two run homer and a key hit, earned the Ted Williams MVP after a 7-6 All Star win at U S Cellular Field. He had three hits and a dramatic two run shot, boosting his profile after a surprise Derby win.
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All-Star game celebrates diversity in dugout
The All-Star game in Chicago showcased a diverse lineup with stars from Puerto Rico Japan and the Dominican Republic among both leagues. Key moments included Ichiro Suzuki and Hideki Matsui driving runs and Garret Anderson earning MVP honors as the AL won 7 6.
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