Bonds and Giants face Cardinals in pivotal NL series
Barry Bonds clanged shots in Busch Stadium but the Giants beat the Braves to advance. The Cardinals prepare to counter Bonds with Matt Morris starting against Kirk Rueter as Dusty Baker and Tony La Russa weigh strategy, focusing on avoiding pitches for Bonds while exploiting mistakes.
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Cardinals honor Kile as they chase pennant
Cardinals players keep Kile’s memory alive at Busch Stadium with a DK flag and jersey tributes while maintaining focus on a strong team performance. Manager Tony La Russa stresses relentless professionalism as St Louis pursues the NLCS after a tough stretch following Kile’s death.
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Diamondbacks drop contract options on three pitchers
Arizona Diamondbacks declined options on right handers Rick Helling Armando Reynoso and Mike Morgan after a first round playoff exit. Mets exercise 8 million option on Roberto Alomar and waive Satoru Komiyama. Cardinals win World Series ticket plan if they reach series with tickets going on sale Saturday at Busch Stadium. Tomas Perez signs two year 1.3 million deal with Phillies.
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Williams to Start Game 2 in NLCS for Cardinals
Tony La Russa confirmed Woody Williams will start Game 2 against the Giants, 20 days after his last appearance due to a pulled side muscle. Matt Morris opens the series. Williams, Finley and Benes follow. Rolen may miss roster due to a shoulder sprain. Martinez comments on Jeter. Dusty Baker recalls early career with La Russa and praises him.
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