Big Unit back on mound for Mariners in Arizona
Randy Johnson threw 27 pitches to four batters in his first mound session since back surgery. Coach Lou Piniella praised his velocity and break while teammates noted his easy delivery and readiness to extend to 45 pitches and perhaps two innings in an exhibition. Opening day remains uncertain as Johnson continues rehab.
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Draft worries loom as top picks demand high prices
Gazette reports Phillies president Bill Giles wary of a risky year in the June draft with top prospects asking up to 12 million dollars. The piece notes Kris Benson's 2 million signing last year and highlights pressures from Travis Lee and Matt White, plus market dynamics and owner caution. It also recaps spring training notes on Clemens with the Blue Jays, Patrick Lennon's power for Oakland, Grudzielanek's stand with Montreal, and Ozzie Guillen commenting on Baltimore's infield pairing.
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Martin wins Busch race as Burton crash ends bid
Jeff Burton led 180 laps at Richmond International Raceway but slid out on the final lap after a collision with Jason Keller allowing Mark Martin to take the victory. Burton finished sixth while Keller and Burton had bumped in the last two laps. Martin earned his 28th Busch trophy after fresh tires with 19 laps left.
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