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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 17, 1998

Page

15

Jeter Keeps Yankees Alive With Four Hits Against Twins

Derek Jeter powered the New York Yankees past the Minnesota Twins 5-2 in New York. He matched his career high with four hits, extended his hitting streak to 12 games, and scored the first three runs off Bob Tewksbury. Jeter went 4-for-4 with a double and three singles, driving in seven RBIs over his last five games.

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Blue Jays Outfielder Jose Cruz Jr. Suffers Anaphylactic Allergic Reaction

Jose Cruz Jr. faced a life threatening allergic reaction at SkyDome on Tuesday night. Team physician Ron Taylor and Dr. Tony Miniaci administered epinephrine, stabilizing him. He was hospitalized briefly, returned to play as a pinch runner the next day, and will carry an auto injector until cleared medically.

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Hanson’s Comeback Start For Jays Versus Mariners

Toronto starter Erik Hanson aims for his first win since September 23, 1996, after missing most of last season with shoulder troubles. He hosts Seattle at 7:05 p.m. ESPN coverage.

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McGwire Belts Longest Home Run Yet in Cardinals Win

Mark McGwire launched a 545 foot homer at Busch Stadium to tie for the majors lead with 16 on the season as the Cardinals beat the Florida Marlins 5-4. Dickey Zeile joined as a new Marlins player but had not reported by game’s end. Jordan homered to fuel the Cardinals in the seventh, while McGwire eyed a then-record distance among distance estimates. Pitcher Livan Hernandez was tagged for multiple runs as the Marlins fell to their sixth loss in seven.

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MLB Roundup: Yankees, Red Sox Lead Day Wins Across League

Yankees beat Rangers 6-2 behind Mendoza strong five innings and Rivera key save. Red Sox crush Royals 5-0 as Avery returns to form with five shutout innings and Vaughn Buford homer. Indians top Rangers 10-3 riding Giles Whiten four RBI, Mariners 8-1 over Blue Jays as Alex Rodriguez hits twice. Angels 8-6 rally past Tigers with Salmon clutch two-run homer. Devil Rays 5-2 Orioles as Arroyo exits early and McGriff singles thrice. Athletics 11-3 White Sox with Grieve four hits and seven doubles tied record.

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Gwynn’s MRI Finds No Cartilage Damage to Knee

Tony Gwynn, who left Friday’s 7-6 win over Philadelphia with knee pain, underwent an MRI that showed no cartilage damage. He expects to return by Tuesday after referring to prior meniscus tears and noting relief at the report. Padres GM Kevin Towers expressed relief over the medical findings.

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Piazza Faces Uncertain Future With Marlins After Trade

Mike Piazza said he is not getting used to teal with the Florida Marlins after being acquired from the Dodgers in a seven player blockbuster. He acknowledged the team may trade him soon and vowed to enjoy the ride and make the most of it.

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