White Sox rout Red Sox as pennant chase heats up
Chicago built a commanding win over Boston at U.S. Cellular Field with strong hitting and power as Podsednik, Konerko, Uribe, and Pierzynski fueled a 2004 playoff push. Francona acknowledged Boston must rebound for Game 2 while Wells faced Buehrle in a decisive showdown.
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Texas Rangers name Daniels new young GM in Hart resignation
John Hart steps down as Texas Rangers general manager after four seasons with a 79 83 record. Jon Daniels, 28, named his successor and will become the league's youngest GM while Hart stays as a consultant.
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Sanders sparks Cardinals in NLDS Game 1 upset bid
Reggie Sanders hit a grand slam and six RBIs as the St. Louis Cardinals defeated the San Diego Padres 8 5 in Game 1. Chris Carpenter worked six scoreless innings before a precautionary removal. Jake Peavy exited with a broken rib, possibly worsening after clinching the division.
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Mussina, Cano lift Yankees to Game 1 win over Angels
Mike Mussina held his elbow steady through 5 2/3 innings as Robinson Cano delivered a defining first postseason hit a three run double. The Yankees beat Bartolo Colon 4-2 in Anaheim to take a 1-0 lead in the AL Division Series behind Rivera’s save and two run first inning.
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Smoltz Preserves Arm With Game 2 Start Plan
Braves announce John Smoltz will not start Game 1 of the NLDS against the Astros. Tim Hudson gets the opener while Smoltz pitches Game 2 as a precaution for his stiff shoulder. Cox notes Smoltz is not 100 percent but feeling better.
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Tigers hire Leyland to return as manager replacing Trammell
Detroit named Jim Leyland as manager to replace fired Alan Trammell. Leyland, 60, began with the Tigers as a minor leaguer catcher and later guided the Florida Marlins to the 1997 World Series. he previously managed Pittsburgh to two NL Manager of the Year awards and led minor league teams for Detroit.
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