Indians faith in Jacobs Field a key to World Series bid
Cleveland relies on Jacobs Field to rebound after two losses in Atlanta. The Indians, 54-18 at home over two seasons with nine-ending home runs and a 19-2 mark in one-run games, seek comfort and confidence from the home ballpark as Omar Vizquel and Jim Thome recall the venue’s magic.
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Avery to start in Game 4 for Braves in World Series
Braves manager Bobby Cox named Steve Avery the Game 4 starter in Cleveland over Greg Maddux with John Smoltz to pitch Game 3 against Charles Nagy. Avery, 25, will make his third World Series start as Cox cited rest and health. Polonia to start in left field and Klesko as designated hitter for the series in AL ballparks.
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Bobby Has Enough Confidence In Me To Put Me Out There In That Situation.” Avery
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Cardinals hire La Russa to rebuild organization
Tony La Russa signed a two year contract to manage the St. Louis Cardinals after a tenure with the Oakland Athletics. He brings pitching coach Dave Duncan, replacing Mark Riggins, as the team aims to contend quickly. Cardinals GM Walt Jocketty calls the hire a huge step in rebuilding.
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Watson leaves Astros to join Yankees as GM
Bob Watson abruptly quits as general manager of the Houston Astros to take the same post with the New York Yankees. He signs a two year contract with options for 1997 and 1998, becoming the 15th GM since George Steinbrenner bought the team in 1973. Watson led Houston to strong finishes in 1994 and 1995.
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Cummings Keeps Starting Role For Maryland Game At Louisville
Maryland coach Mark Duffner announced Brian Cummings will start at quarterback against Louisville, over Scott Milanovich who stays as backup. Cummings, who had 135 yards with two interceptions in a 17-0 loss to Clemson, seeks to revive an offense that has stalled with only one touchdown in the last three games, as Maryland eyes a bowl bid.
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Redskins face slow climb with young core in new era
Ashburn notes 30s veterans' milestone games as Norv Turner stresses patience for progress. Washington, 3-5, earned a 36-30 win over Detroit but relies on developing players while defense struggles with pass rush and vulnerable secondary, despite improved turnover margin and a key win over the Lions.
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Knight golfers lead 1A 2A at state tourney
Middletown paces the Class 1A 2A golf championship after day one at the University of Maryland. Derek Ausherman and Brian Bachman led the Knights with a 350 total. Walkersville sits fourth with 366, Poolesville seventh at 391. Frederick 355 in Class 3A 4A. Churchill leads 3A 4A with 314, Keith Unkle top individual at 73.
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Middletown Knights top Catoctin Cougars for 20 victory
Amber Theoharis finally beat Dana Bollinger as Middletown clinched at least a tie for the MVAL title with a 2-0 win over Catoctin. The Knights improve to 7-4 overall, 7-0 in league, as Theoharis scores on a 7 yard deflected shot after Bollinger denied several early attempts.
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Thomas Johnson boys soccer edge Walkersville 2 0
Thomas Johnson High School defeated visiting Walkersville 2 to 0 as Chris Dorsey and Jason Brennan scored. Dorsey opened the lead before Brennan added a second on a through-ball from Ryan Melcher. TJ outshot 11-5 and posted a 1-0 halftime score. Andre Funsch notched four saves for the shutout.
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