Indians and Red Sox Meet in AL Playoffs Opener
The Indians and Red Sox, each carrying a long World Series drought, open the AL division series with Jaret Wright set to throw the first pitch at Jacobs Field around 12 07 pm Pedro Martinez will oppose him in a matinee opener. Dwight Gooden and Tim Wakefield are lined up for Game 2.
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Yankees ready for Rangers test in AL division series
New York carries 114 win season into playoffs with strong pitching and a balanced lineup led by Jeter Knoblauch Williams O Neill Martinez. The Yankees emphasize teamwork and clutch play as they face the Texas Rangers after a three game sweep of Anaheim showed their momentum.
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Johnson-Brown NLDS duel opens Astros Padres marquee clash
Houston ace Randy Johnson faces San Diego’s Kevin Brown in a marquee division series opener. Johnson, the Big Unit, is 6-10 with elite strikeouts and noted postseason fire. Brown went 18-7 with a 2.38 ERA, key for the Padres during a 98-win season as San Diego seeks a playoff upset.
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Rockies fire Don Baylor as off season shakeup begins
Denver reports Colorado Rockies owner Jerry McMorris cited changes in chemistry after a 77-85 season. Baylor was offered a front office role while Bob Gebhard remains, and a new vice president for player personnel will be created. Possible replacements include Jim Leyland and Felipe Alou.
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