Willie Mays 600th homer sparks Giants win over Padres
In 1969 Willie Mays hit his 600th career homer, a two run shot off Mike Corkins, lifting the San Francisco Giants to a 4-2 win against the San Diego Padres.
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 2009
Page
5
In 1969 Willie Mays hit his 600th career homer, a two run shot off Mike Corkins, lifting the San Francisco Giants to a 4-2 win against the San Diego Padres.
Reggie Hayes writes in the Fort Wayne News-Sentinel that Ichiro Suzuki is the best player today, with a quip comparing his name’s cadence to a car dealership, drawing on Seattle’s star status and the run of Whitey Ford’s era.
Chiefs prepare for Michael Vick’s return as the Eagles weigh Donovan McNabb’s status. Kevin Kolb would start if McNabb is sidelined. Eagles’ defense faces a Chiefs squad reeling from losses and inconsistent run defense.
NFL notes report Brett Favre had a bent fingernail and a hurting throwing hand after Minnesota's win over Detroit. Coach Brad Childress said Favre is fine despite the minor injury. The piece also covers baseball manager changes, college football injuries, and NCAA basketball scheduling.
Peyton Manning led a late rally as the Colts from 0-2 down to beat the Dolphins 27-23. Manning threw 80 yard TD to Dallas Clark and 48 yard TD to Pierre Garcon, finishing 14 of 23 for 303 yards. Garcon's 29 yard scamper set final score. Miami had 239 rushing yards but lost after time possession edge swung to Indy.
Michael Beasley rejoined the Miami Heat after a month in a rehabilitation facility addressing substance abuse and related issues. He participated in voluntary offseason workouts and earned praise from coaches who visited during his rehab. Heat coach Erik Spoelstra met with him three times in the past month.
The Indianapolis Colts and Miami Dolphins exchange early scoring plays with a 80 yard Manning pass to Brown and Vinatieri kicks. Field goals by Carpenter and Vinatieri pace the game through three quarters. The fourth quarter features Brown and Garcon scoring as Indiana edges Miami. Attendance is 66,227.
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