Bonds Reclaims Top Salary Spot With Giants Extension
On the first day of full-squad workouts Bonds regains the sport's highest average, signing a 22.9 million two year extension with the San Francisco Giants to reach 11.45 million per season. The deal runs through 2000. Giants GM Sabean calls it a major commitment and notes Bonds hopes for a World Series ring.
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Pollard Returns as Jayhawks Near Big 12 Title
Kansas coach Williams praises Pollard's running and shooting workout and defensive strength. Pollard has not played since Jan 22 but is expected to fit back in quickly as Kansas builds a 7-1 run without him with two regular-season games left and a potential Big 12 crown in sight. Jerod Haase says Pollard will adjust smoothly and make a difference.
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Royals see starting pitching as team strength in camp
KC Royals managers and players emphasize their rotation as the strength of the club after offseason moves. Four starters Kevin Appier Tim Belcher Chris Haney Jose Rosado form a deep group with Hipolito Pichardo as likely fifth after month one.
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Davis Misses Royals Opening Day In Spring Camp
Davis was absent Thursday as Kansas City position players reported for spring training in rain. Royals officials said they expected him Friday and were not worried. The club held 54 players, including 15 non roster invites, in the first full workout with Boon calling the session a three ring circus.
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Skywalkers Open Season With Nine Firsts At Ottawa Meet
The Skywalkers gymnastics and trampoline team dominated last weekend with nine first place finishes led by nine year old Jenna Nichols at level 10 the top age group in the state. Ottawa results show strong showings across high and medium levels with multiple top finishes in floor and trampoline events.
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LaFrentz stays in Kansas for season not NBA decision yet
Kansas junior forward Raef LaFrentz says he will not consider an early NBA exit until after this season. He has soared to 23.1 points and 10.3 rebounds in the last eight games, elevating Kansas to a No. 1 ranking as Scot Pollard’s injury lingered. He notes his focus remains on improving Kansas today and maintaining career highs in points and rebounds. Kansas clinches at least a share of the Big 12 title and will be the top seed in the conference tournament starting March 6, with byes for the top four seeds. The tournament schedule is set for Kemper Arena in Kansas City.
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Baker routs Graceland in Heart of America clash
Baker beats Graceland 70 to 47 in Baldwin City as Sean Hilton scores 17 with nine rebounds and Pat Thacker adds 13 points. Baker shoots 52 percent in the first half and 48 percent for the game, while Graceland struggles at 27 percent. Shane Skinner leads Graceland with 15 points.
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Lady Wildcats on a roll at Baker in 87 75 win
Baker women's basketball under first year coach Doug Nelson improved to 12-9 with an 87-75 victory over Graceland, marking the program's strongest 1990s season. Ola Ciepla scored a career high 26, Taasha Schroeder 21, Allison Ramsey 19, fueling the rally after an 18 point deficit in a prior win over Ottawa.
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Testimony on McVeigh Nichols witnesses spared by judge
US District Judge Richard Matsch ruled six witnesses who claim dealings with Timothy McVeigh or Terry Nichols can testify at trial. The hearing previewed McVeigh's March 31 trial and Nichols' trial to follow. Prosecutors say the witnesses adjusted stories under questioning. defense counters that FBI pressure shaped recollections.
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Wheelin Dealin Clash of Midweight SUVs Ford Expedition Tahoe
Ford Expedition and Chevrolet Tahoe compete in a crowded SUV market. Expedition offers 4.6L V-8 with 14/20 mpg, tow up to 8000 pounds, prices from 27270 to 33875, scarce supply. Tahoe, a midsize Chevy SUV, features 5.7L V-8 with 14/13 mpg, tow up to 7000 pounds, priced around 31485, also in short supply.
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Detroit Study Warns Many Owners Do Not Realize Free Roadside Aid
A J D Power surveyed 30 000 vehicle owners with factory roadside assistance coverage and found 31 percent do not know their car maker provides free help. The spring 1996 study covered owners with 12 to 14 months of ownership and highlights gaps in awareness across brands and models.
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Sounds and smells you should know Car Concerns
A guide to car trouble cues with sounds and smells like clicking clunks pings squeaks and burning odors. It emphasizes describing these cues to a mechanic to speed up diagnosis and restore optimal operation.
All charged up under the hood explained
Milt Handry explains difference between dead and discharged car batteries and how sulfation, charging systems, parasitic drain, and maintenance free designs affect battery life. He notes lead/acid chemistry, causes of failure, and tips to avoid unexpected dead batteries.
Michael Jackson ships elephant Ali to Jacksonville Zoo
The 4500 pound African elephant Ali arrived by truck after a four day ride from Neverland to join a breeding program at Jacksonville Zoological Gardens. Jackson hoped to breed Ali but donated him due to delayed construction of breeding areas.
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