Pujols Delivers Rookie Lifts Cardinals Past Rockies
In his seventh big league game Albert Pujols hit a two run homer for St Louis as they beat Colorado 3 2 in the home opener. The 21 year old left fielder was 7 for 14 with a homer and eight RBIs over the weekend. The Cardinals won it in the ninth on a bases loaded wild pitch as Ray Lankford scored.
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Indians Lose Woodard to Injury in 9-2 Setback
Cleveland's Steve Woodard left with an elbow injury after a line drive hit by Frank Thomas. Despite X rays negative, Woodard will be on the disabled list as the Indians recall Jake Westbrook. Herbert Perry drove in four runs and Chicago built a early lead behind Rocky Biddle's relief win.
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Casey returns home with four hits in Reds win over Pirates
Casey, a Pittsburgh native, went 4-for-4 with five RBIs including a two run homer as the Reds beat the Pirates 8-2 at PNC Park. His performance came as news broke of Pirates great Willie Stargell's death and amid Cincinnati's visit to his hometown.
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Yankees crush Royals with 19 hits in rout
New York hammered Kansas City 13 to 4 as the Yankees produced 19 hits and homered for the seventh straight game. Bernie Williams missed the trip to Puerto Rico, yet Derek Jeter and Jorge Posada led the offense with four and four RBIs respectively. All starters had at least two hits except Knoblauch who went 0-for-4.
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Pirates Mourn Willie Stargell Day At New Park Opening
Fans and players reflected on Hall of Famer Willie Stargell as the Pirates opened PNC Park while mourning his death. A bronze statue of Stargell was unveiled, and fans gathered near the Clemente Bridge to honor the late star known as Pops. Teammates and rivals spoke of his leadership, unity, and impact on Pittsburgh baseball.
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