Bonds Faces Spotlight As Home Run Chase Heats Up
San Francisco star Barry Bonds keeps his own counsel as he chases records with a historic pace through 63 games. Manager Dusty Baker says Bonds plays for family teammates and himself, not for outside approval, while cameras follow his every swing and fans await a milestone near McGwire’s 70.
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Ashby to miss season with torn elbow muscle
Dodgers pitcher Andy Ashby will miss the season after an MRI confirmed a torn flexor muscle in his right elbow requiring surgical repair. Ashby, who signed a three year contract, made two starts before going on the disabled list on April 18. Manager Jim Tracy expressed confidence in his full recovery and return for spring training.
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White Sox surge toward .500 as injuries, youth spark run
The White Sox, after losing Frank Thomas for the season and slipping 12 games back, ripped off an eight of ten stretch, aided by a rookie‑powered staff led by Kip Wells, Mark Buehrle, Rocky Biddle and Jon Garland. Jose Valentin and Herbert Perry faced injuries amid the turnaround as Chicago swept a Cubs series and eyed a late‑season push.
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Royals seek dramatic turnaround as slump deepens
Royals owner David Glass set an 87 win target but the team sits 22-40, worst through 62 games in franchise history. GM Baird vows aggression and cites bad bullpen ERA while few players match last season’s output. Rey Sanchez and Mike Sweeney lead rebuilding effort amid fading stars.
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