McGwire controversy raises questions about fairness in baseball
Jeff Miller argues that while McGwire may use performance enhancing substances, baseball’s rules and culture tolerate edge within a gray area. He dismisses claims of cheating, notes the sport’s traditions and Maris’s era, and urges continuing the chase for the home run record without sensational judgment.
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Singh keeps slim lead in Sprints International golf event
Vijay Singh clung to a one point edge after three rounds at Castle Pines as Tiger Woods made a record third career hole in one and posted strong back nine. Willie Wood and Rocco Mediate close behind with Mickelson rallying to 29. Field cut to top 36 for final round amid four round scoring format.
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Tennis finals loom after weekend semifinal wins
Andre Agassi and Alex Corretja expect a tight RCA Championships final after their semifinal wins. Corretja edged Todd Martin, while Agassi defeated Ramon Delgado. Seles to face Sanchez Vicario after du Maurier Open semifinal win over Hingis. Ivanisevic advances to meet Kucera in Pilot Pen final following Krajicek upset.
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Hall of Fame trainer Woody Stephens dies at 84
Hall of Fame horse trainer Woody Stephens died Saturday at 84 from complications of chronic emphysema. He passed away at 2:20 a.m. CDT at Heartland Health Care Center in Miami Lakes, confirmed by facility administrator Bill Tippins. Stephens had secured five consecutive Belmont Stakes wins.
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Drechsler Captures Fourth Consecutive European Long Jump Title
Heike Drechsler of Germany won the women's long jump in Budapest Hungary to complete her fourth consecutive European title in the event, delivering a 23 feet six inches performance and extending her historic streak.
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Ricky Williams on NFL grind vs college joy
Texas running back Ricky Williams contrasts NFL pressure with college life, saying the pros are a ruthless business while college offers a chance to play freely. He frames professional football as survival and higher stakes, while college remains about enjoying the game as a kid.
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Brewer Stops Byrd To Defend IBF Title
Letrzic Germany Charles Brewer stopped fellow American Antoine Byrd in the third round Saturday with a flurry of punches to successfully defend his IBF super middleweight title.
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Sports schedule highlights for Monday to Tuesday
A dense listing of today and upcoming sports events across baseball golf arena football and other leagues. Key matchups include Kansas City versus Tampa Bay and Los Angeles versus Atlanta in baseball, the Arena Football championship at noon, and WNBA playoffs games.
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Feller Debuts With 15 Strikeouts In Indians Win
In 1936 at age 17 Bob Feller struck out 15 Browns in his first major league start guiding the Cleveland Indians to a 4-1 win over St Louis. He allowed six hits and four walks as his performance set a high strikeout mark.
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Access Dialing Guide Shows 865 5000 Entry Code
Instructions direct users to call 865 5000 and enter a four digit category number to access services. The brief note emphasizes the dialing sequence needed to reach the correct category.
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