Mantle's funeral today in Dallas draws thousands
Mickey Mantle's public funeral at Lovers Lane United Methodist Church will honor the Hall of Famer who died Sunday at 63 from liver cancer. NBC's Bob Costas will deliver the eulogy as teammates and dignitaries attend. Roy Clark will sing, and a video viewing area will serve overflow crowds.
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Baysox mirror Keys season with late surge and playoff push
Bowie Baysox and Frederick Keys followed similar paths this season as Baltimore farm teams. Both started slow due to a player release strike, then surged after June 20 with the Baysox winning 21 of 26, climbing to 59-61 and within reach of the division lead. Manager Bobby Miscik notes the early struggles and subsequent improved roster.
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Baysox face injuries as miscik notes turnover
Bartee and Howard led a strong start to Bowie season before injuries halted their punch. Bartee 283 and Howard 303 were sidelined with broken hands, worsening a slump that left Bowie 55-52 on July 1. Miscik cites strike effects and frequent minor league moves as destabilizing factors.
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Griffey Leaves Rehab to Rejoin Mariners in Minnesota
Ken Griffey Jr returns to the Mariners after wrist surgery and a rehab stint with Tacoma. Manager Lou Piniella said Griffey will start in center field in Minnesota, calling whatever he does a bonus for the club.
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Westbrook ends 26 day holdout with Redskins
Westbrook, Washington's No.4 pick, arrived in Washington to end a 26 day holdout. Agent Steve Zucker said a deal was nearly done and would be announced soon. Westbrook may reach Frostburg for training camp as Norv Turner weighs readiness for Sept. 3 opener.
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Indians Rally Past Orioles For Fifth Straight Losses
Manny Ramirez drove in the go ahead run with a three run ninth as Cleveland beat Baltimore 9 6 to hand the Orioles their fifth straight defeat. Alvaro Espinoza and Ramirez homered, Kenny Lofton stole second and Vizquel drove in runs setting up a late rally. Cal Ripken extended his consecutive game streak with a two run single in the first. Orioles season numbers included Palmeiro Bonilla and Hoiles homering.
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Royce Clayton
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Barry Bonds
Donovan Osborne
Glenallen Hill
Mark Carreon
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TJ Mathews
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Rod Beck
Maduro Avila promoted as Blue Rocks series opens
Frederick Keys pitcher Calvin Maduro and outfielder Rolando Avila were promoted to the Double A Bowie club on the eve of a crucial five game set with first place Wilmington. Maduro had posted a 2.94 ERA and Avila had slashed .251 playing time limited since LeCronier and Dellucci moves. The series opens with a suspended game and a 6 p.m. start followed by a doubleheader tomorrow and a 6:30 p.m. game Thursday. The Blue Rocks lead the division. Frederick trails by three games despite possible sweep.
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BoSox extend win streak with Vaughn 30th homer
Boston powers past the Yankees 9-3 for a 12th straight victory as Mo Vaughn belts a career high 30th homer and Tim Naehring adds a three run shot. Erik Hanson overpowers batters to push AL East lead to 10 games, while tempers flare after a hit by Kamieniecki.
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