Giants unlikely to center 07 plans on Barry Bonds
Giants owner Peter Magowan says Barry Bonds may not be the focal point next season as the club considers a younger healthier roster. Manager Felipe Alou will not return and 11 free agents remain, with decisions based on winning prospects rather than marketing draws. Bonds’ $90 million deal ends after 2006, with his status tied to the team’s evaluation of its roster.
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Royals demote former VP Muzzy Jackson
Muzzy Jackson is named special assistant to Royals General Manager Dayton Moore after three seasons as vice president of baseball operations and assistant general manager. He joined the Royals in 1999 following two years with the Cincinnati Reds where he directed player development, and he previously worked for Kansas City from 1993 to 1997 in minor league operations scouting and development.
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Royals new era under Moore promises major overhaul
Kansas City owner David Glass required two promises before hiring Dayton Moore as GM, more money for scouting and player development and less interference from team president Dan Glass. Moore disclosed 13 new positions across scouting, development, and front office as he reshapes the Royals with manager Buddy Bell facing a possible return after cancer surgery.
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Scandal: Four Barton County coaches sent to prison
Four Barton County coaches face prison after guilty pleas in a fraud scheme. Lashley admitted falsifying student athlete work before 2006. Cross confessed to wire fraud tied to a fake online course for Kareem Johnson. Elliott pleaded to a mail fraud count seeking a medical hardship ruling for DaJuan Clayton. Others from Barton and Chipola have probation.
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Prosecutor voices doubts on steroid report inaccuracies
San Francisco U S Attorney Kevin Ryan said a Los Angeles Times article alleging five players including Roger Clemens used illegal PEDs contains significant inaccuracies. The Times cited sealed filings and named Clemens Pettitte Tejada Roberts and Gibbons. All named players denied wrongdoing and stressed they never used PEDs.
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Buffs seek breakthrough as Hawkins guards morale
Colorado coach Dan Hawkins concentrates on mental state as the Buffs aim to end a nine game losing streak. They host Baylor for homecoming in Boulder in a matchup viewed as crucial after losses to Montana State, Colorado State, Arizona State, Georgia, and Missouri. Hawkins emphasizes focus on small improvements rather than dwelling on losses.
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Helton laments Rockies season and coaching changes
Rockies star Todd Helton voiced disappointment over a down year after a health scare and lingering injuries. The club faces a busy offseason to improve center field and bullpen, while hitting staff departures and underperforming offense marked the late season.
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