Bench Key Speech and Reds Spring Camp Notes
Hall of Fame catcher Johnny Bench addressed the 2005 Reds with a vowel speech emphasizing Attitude and aptitude Effort and excellence Individual There is no T in team but nine individuals must shine to form a strong club Opportunity which is what this team has and knowledge should be learned from coaches A new $200000 scoreboard was struck by lightning at Ed Smith Stadium rendering it nonfunctional along with wireless internet and much air conditioning The Reds open exhibition season in St Petersburg with Paul Wilson facing Hideo Nomo Brandon Larson competes for a third base spot while Denny Neagle may anchor the Rays rotation An intrasquad game pits Hawk's Boilermakers against Sweet's Smashers with D'Angelo Jimenez Rich Aurelia Adam Dunn and more on the field plus Javier Valentin sidelined briefly with back stiffness.
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Ankiel struggles in latest spring batting practice
Cardinals pitcher Rick Ankiel, trying to win a spot in the rotation, threw just three strikes in 26 BP pitches at Jupiter Florida, fueling concerns after a rough stretch that followed a 40 pitch session to hitters. Manager Tony La Russa shrugged it off as a common pitching hiccup.
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Pena Eyes Opportune Return On Red Outfield
Pena, after a breakout 2004 season, hopes for another chance with the Reds in right field as Ken Griffey Jr and Austin Kearns battle for playing time. He praises the team’s strength and says he’ll wait for his opportunity, while wearing “pukka shells” for protection and confidence. Pennywise, Pena recalls July’s nine homers and NL Player of the Week run, aiming to make the squad again.
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At 46 Franco shows few signs of slowing
Julio Franco, 46, returns to spring training with the Atlanta Braves after winter ball in the Dominican Republic. The elder statesman batted .309 with six homers and 57 RBIs last season, sharing first base with 25-year-old Adam LaRoche, and hopes to play until he is 50. He attributes longevity to hand eye coordination and a belief in a higher power guiding him.
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NASCAR Looks South of the Border for New Fans
In Mexico City NASCAR seeks to expand its U S fan base by promoting Mexican drivers like Mara Reyes as the first Mexican woman to qualify for an official NASCAR event. The Telcel Motorola Mexico 200 marks NASCAR’s first race on Mexican soil as Reyes and nine Corona Challenge drivers aim for the big race. Lorena Ochoa also competes, bringing LPGA Tour presence to Mexico for the first time since 1974.
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