Reds' Lidle Shuts Out Astros in Fifth Straight Win
Cory Lidle pitched his third career shutout and Ken Griffey Jr. hit a two run homer as the Cincinnati Reds routed the Houston Astros 7-0. The win gives Cincinnati eight of nine and gives them first place in the NL Central while Houston drops four in a row and falls from the lead.
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Yankees avoid three-game sweep as Rodriguez returns
The Yankees avoid a sweep with a 4 2 victory over the Texas Rangers in Arlington. Javier Vazquez earned the win, giving up three runs in six innings while striking out six. Kenny Lofton opened with a triple and A-Red’s replacement Michael Young misplayed the relay, sparking a rally that put New York ahead.
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Flesch Wins Colonial in Narrow Scratch of Focus
Steve Flesch clinched the Colonial at Hogan's Alley by finishing 11 under 269, one stroke ahead of Chad Campbell. He shot a closing 67 on his 37th birthday after a late scare, earning a $954,000 prize and rising to ninth in the Ryder Cup standings. Campbell pressed with a late surge but Flesch recovered with pars and controlled his nerves.
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Williams eyes French Open title after Cannes detour
Serena Williams, returning from a Cannes Film Festival detour, focuses on winning the French Open. The Associated Press reports she spoke with Tom Hanks about acting and enjoyed the festival glamour before resuming pursuit of another Grand Slam championship.
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Williams says tennis remains first love ahead of Open
Serena Williams said tennis is her first love 24 hours before the year's second major, signaling possible backing out of Ferrero's Open tournament. She spoke Sunday as the Open approached, expressing enthusiasm for stepping onto the court and competing.
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Chavez ends career with win over Randall in final ring night
Julio Cesar Chavez retires after a 10 round welterweight decision over Frankie Randall at Plaza Monumental in Mexico City. The crowd heard Chavez announce his retirement as fans watched his farewell bout billed as his adios to Mexican boxing.
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