Burton uses victory to get back in hunt
Jeff Burton's Bank of America 500 win moves him into title contention with five races left. He argues age brings advantages and reflects on his peak years, safety advocacy, and a late-career resurgence under owner Richard Childress after years of drought.
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Red Sox fall in dramatic walk off to Rays in ALCS opener
Boston suffers 9-8 loss to Tampa Bay after an 11 inning marathon at Fenway. Lester starts Game 3 for Boston as Francona weighs Beckett’s grip and health while Rays seize control late with a walk off and 12th walk off win of the season.
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Dodgers Rally Sparks Friction as Moyer Faces Dodgers
Dodgers push ahead early with Nomar Garciaparra at first base and Felix Ramirez involved in a tense near altercation with the Phillies during a tense game at Dodger Stadium. Moyer and Rendon clashed with Dodgers as Ramirez, Martin, and Conedry were involved in pitches and blows.
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Johnson's late flourish seals Valero Texas Open title
Zach Johnson surged to the Valero Texas Open championship, finishing 18 under after birdies on Nos. 8 to 10 and the final hole’s approach. The Cedar Rapids native rose to the top after a four-birdie run and a strong season showing, aided by his charity Birdies That Care program and a $1,150 pledge from AEGON USA.
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