Anger boils over as baseball erupts in July
The Texas Rangers Kenny Rogers and Frank Francisco headlines highlight a surge of player tempers across the majors. Rogers faced suspensions while facing an All Star game amid outbursts including shoving a cameraman and breaking a water cooler. Francisco later pleaded no contest to misdemeanor assault for throwing a chair at taunting fans.
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Rogers Faces Media At All Star Game After Outburst
Kenny Rogers, the Texas Rangers pitcher, faced reporters in Dearborn after his recent tirade and police investigation. He said he valued the players’ votes that earned him the All Star berth and that publicity comes with duty, even if he dislikes cameras.
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Kenny Rogers
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Rogers
Rockies rebuild aims to grow talent amid low power season
Colorado struggles with limited home runs and fan attendance as manager Clint Hurdle and GM Dan O'Dowd defend a multi-year rebuild. Young players Garrett Atkins Clint Barmes Brad Hawpe Cory Sullivan show promise, while veterans like Todd Helton approach milestones.
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Cory Sullivan
Atkins
Barmes
Coors Field
Jeff Francis
Coach Stephenson back at WSU reevaluates Oklahoma job
Oklahoma officials said Stephenson knew of the Sooners' situation before accepting the job but he chose to stay away. The piece recalls similar cases where coaches backed out after taking a position, including Dakich at West Virginia and Harrick at Georgia Rhode Island, highlighting the instability of coaching moves.
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Castiglione
Stephenson
Sooners
Gene Stephenson
Sunny Galloway
Larry Cochell
ESPN
Dan Dakich
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Bowling Green
Mountaineers
Jim Harrick
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Rhode Island
Rams
Bobby Cremins
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Georgia Tech
Baseball welcomes new wave of All-Stars
In Detroit at Comerica Park, a large group of first time All-Stars gathered for the midseason showcase. Derrek Lee spoke for the newcomers, while veteran stars like Clemens and Rogers drew attention amid suspensions and appeals. Starter lineups highlighted stars from Boston, Baltimore, Texas, St Louis, and the Mets, with La Russa predicting lively play from the young players.
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Bud Selig
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Boston
Abreu Breaks Home Run Record At All Star Festivities
Venezuela’s Abreu shattered the home run mark in the All Star showcase at Comerica Park noted for a strong night of power. He hit No. 24 and drew a long ovation, capping a 17 minute plate appearance while teammates and fans celebrated the feat with Venezuelan flags and praise from players like Varitek and Jackson.
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Miguel Cabrera
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