Blame not Bud Selig for All Star show fiasco
The All Star game at Miller Park ended in a 7 7 tie after 11 innings with no MVP awarded. Selig halted play due to exhausted pitchers and no eligible arms left, insisting the format is at fault not him. Fans face an exhibition that delivered Barry Bonds’s homer and Torii Hunter’s catch amid a memorable but divisive spectacle.
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All-Star Game ends in deadlock amid boos and regret
Commissioner Bud Selig faced sharp criticism after the All-Star Game tied in the 11th inning. Benito Santiago struck out with the winning run on second base, ending the game as fans booed. Selig admitted nervousness and sleeplessness, saying he felt worse than critics. Jerry Kelly of Madison, Wis., attended and criticized the decision to skip an outfielder pitcher for a home run derby. Some locals defended the event, noting the extra two innings and the overall quality of the game.
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Gonzalez shines as Heat rookie adapts to pro camp
Miami forward Gonzalez helps Miami come from behind for victory in the Orlando league. The 6-foot-5, 256-pound forward uses speed and strong lower body to anchor defense, contesting Indiana veteran Dickey Simpkins and grabbing eight rebounds while impressing scouts.
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Armstrong rises to third after team time trial
Lance Armstrong moves to third as the U S Postal Service team finishes second to Once in a tight team time trial. Igor Gonzalez Galdeano takes the yellow jersey with Armstrong two places back as Once wins the stage in 1 hour 19 minutes 49 seconds over the 42 mile Epernay to Chateau Thierry course. Armstrong regrets not being more aggressive early.
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Blues Stumble in Two Losses to Kansas City
The Blues start strong but fade late in both games against Kansas City. They commit five errors in the first game, allowing five third inning runs. Coach Wilson laments the team’s inconsistent finish, insisting the players can compete at a higher level. The series includes Hutchinson routing Garden City 8–0 and a 10–0 KC win, then a 7–6 Garden City loss to KC.
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