All Star Break Leaders Highlight Major League Averages
Baseball leaders at the All Star break feature Puckett Minnesota leading in batting at 334 and runs with 64, along with Martinez Seattle 328 and others. Power hitters include McGwire Oakland 28 home runs and Carter Toronto 63 RBIs, with Puckett also topping hits at 120 and doubles at 22.
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Baltimore
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New York
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Boston
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Smith Still A Fan Favorite In All Star Festivities
Ozzie Smith remains a fan favorite as NL starting shortstop for his 10th straight All Star game. At 37 turning 38, he posts a .303 average with 20 steals and superb defense. Smith contemplates free agency after a $2 million Cardinals renewal, noting talks may push him elsewhere next season.
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Like father like son for All Stars
AP story notes a family vibe at the All-Star events. Barry Bonds and Ken Griffey Jr. join their fathers in a legacy moment with the Home Run Derby and legends game. Griffey Sr. praises his son while Bonds says Barry will have a fine career, then money is cited as a factor in Barry's enjoyment.
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Thurman demands trade after Royals snub
Kansas City outfielder Gary Thurman, a former No. 1 pick, says his career is at a dead end with the Royals and wants a trade. He criticized lack of full-time opportunities despite serving in a platoon and a tense exchange followed a pinch hit decision by Hal McRae during a game against Milwaukee.
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Security tightens as Olympics draw near in Barcelona
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