A's win ninth straight with Velarde Giambi Grieve homers
Oakland Athletics exploded for ten runs against Kansas City Royals as Randy Velarde Jason Giambi and Ben Grieve hit consecutive homers in the second. Oakland improved to 16-3 in June and extended its winning streak to nine, the longest since September 1992.
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Royals vs A s at 3 05 p m on channel 9
The Royals face the A s at Network Associates Coliseum at 3 05 p m today. Dan Reichert (3 4) opposes Gil Heredia (9 4) as KC sits at 34 36, 11 games back.
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Former AL MVP Gonzalez sets trade condition to Yankees
The Tigers outfielder Juan Gonzalez would accept a trade to the Yankees only if no contract extension is included, keeping him a potential free agent after the season. He laughed off questions as reporters gathered, while agents signaled clubs must work out terms. The Yankees weigh a three for one package and a possible extension, with talks ongoing through the weekend.
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Raiders Roll In 5-1 Win to Go 4-0 in Tourney
The Lawrence Raiders defeated the Outlaws 5-1 at KU Hogland Ballpark, as a disputed double play call lingered. Lawrence also beat Dodge City 3-1 in the Alice Memorial tournament, remaining unbeaten at 4-0.
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Davies Leads LPGA Championship at DuPont Country Club
Laura Davies shot a 5-under 66 at DuPont Country Club to lead the LPGA Championship by two strokes over Wendy Ward. The 36-year-old British power hitter on the Downs course birdied the final three holes and sits at 6-under 136, chasing her first major since 1996 and a potential Hall of Fame milestone.
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Tyson Savarese bout stirs protests in Glasgow UK
In Glasgow Scotland protests by women’s groups and politicians greet Mike Tyson’s bout with Lou Savarese amid claims he should not be allowed in Britain. Tyson faces controversy over an alleged attack on promoter Frank Warren while Warren declines comment and may not attend the outdoor Hampden Park fight. A dispute over jewelry bills remains unresolved with about 650000 still owed on a total purchase near 1 million.
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