Belle hints at sitting out 1997 season
Albert Belle of the Cleveland Indians suggested he might skip playing next season due to a beat body and weariness from a long season. He noted his leverage as a potential free agent and said he would decide after the season whether to play in 1997 or take the year off.
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All Star moments as Caminiti Johnson and Jones spark NL
Ken Caminiti Lance Johnson and Chipper Jones delivered key hits for the NL while Ozzie Smith received a 45 second ovation in his 15th and final All Star game. Smith cried as he acknowledged the crowd and prepares to retire at season's end. Johnson doubled on Nagy's first pitch and scored on Bonds groundout with Gwynn out. Jones, filling in for Williams, singled and scored.
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Royals face cost cuts and on-field woes in rough season
The piece notes the Royals amid cost-cutting fallout, with key players like Lockhart and Damon delivering solid but inconsistent production. Outfield arms lag, homers are few, and pitching is top-heavy with Appier uncertain, Gubicza out, Montgomery streaky, and contract tension with Appier over a no-trade clause.
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Royals face seven-game homestand after rough stretch
Kansas City hopes to rebound as Boonés presses for better effort and more youth to prove themselves. Separately, Cuban pitcher Rolando Arrojo defected in Georgia en route to seeking a major league career with agent Joe Cubas, joining boxers Garbey and Casamayor in defections.
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Lasorda Recovers from Heart Attack in Los Angeles
Dodgers manager Tom Lasorda 68 remains hospitalized at Centinela after a June 24 ulcer and heart attack. Doctors Mellman and Reid monitor his progress as his return to the dugout remains uncertain.
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Reserves spark Legion AA RBIs in doubleheader
Ottawa, aided by walks and Louisburg errors, won the opener and nightcap as reserves contributed key RBIs. Mike Jessen went 2-for-2 in game one, and reliever Andy Barnhart pitched a one hitter in the opener. Reid Harmon hit a three-run homer in the second game to spark Ottawa’s rally. Ottawa, 27-18, faces Fort Scott in a 6:30 p.m. doubleheader at HMD.
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Ottawa Legion AA Opens Emporia Tournament Against Nevada
Ottawa Legion AA begins the Emporia Tournament Friday against Nevada Missouri. Coach Scott Barnhart notes Nevada’s strong, young program and that the visiting coach runs both teams to prep high school squads. The field features AAA and AA squads including Emporia Garden City Topeka El Dorado and Cottonwood Falls. The tournament runs through.
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