USC Wins 12th Baseball Title In 39-Hit Shootout
Southern California defeated Arizona State 39 hits to 14 in a dramatic 1998 College World Series final, with Jason Lane delivering a ninth inning grand slam and Wes Rachels driving seven RBIs to spark the Trojans’ NCAA record 12th title. Mike Gillespie, linked to USC’s first 1961 title, called the victory a fabulous achievement and a humbling continuation of a storied program.
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Real Quiet Loses Belmont In Photo Finish
Bob Baffert fell short again as Real Quiet led near the finish in the 130th Belmont Stakes but Victory Gallop surged to win by a nose. The setback leaves Real Quiet, seen as a Triple Crown hopeful, in a group of near-misses alongside Silver Charm. Baffert vows to press on with his 2-year-olds and a multi‑millionaire stable, aiming to return next year.
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Baseball Transactions Roll Call Across American and National Leagues
Baseball notes move Mussina from the 15 day DL for the Orioles while Mathews and Hamonds also go on the list. Tavarez recalled from Rochester. Twins option Shave to Salt Lake. Rangers activate Kelly and recall Levine while McLemore goes on the DL. Jays recall Person and drop Van Ryn. Diamondbacks sign McCarty Neal Rinne Beasley and Astros sign Smith to a minor league deal with New Orleans assignment.
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Cody Nowlin
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Marcos Quinones
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Robert Person
Syracuse
Ben van Ryn
Arizona Diamondbacks
Brock McCarty
Steven Neal
James Rinne
Justin Beasley
Houston Astros
Lee Smith
New Orleans
Kemper Open final scores and winnings at Avenel
Golf scores and prize money from the Kemper Open at Avenel Potomac Maryland. Final standings list Swat Appleby earning 380000 for 70 63 69 72, Scott Hoch 216000 for 69 68 68 70, Mark O'Meara 90200 for 68 70 71 69, and other players with varied rounds and payouts, totaling 281.
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Seve Flesch
Blaine McCallister
Dudley Hart
Paola wins Ottawa Invitational title in tight finish
Paola claimed the Ottawa Invitational crown by beating Iola 6-4 at Orlis Cox Field. Ottawa Legion AA, ages 17-18, defeated Louisburg 12-4 but then lost 10-9 to Iola before a 6-1 setback to Iola. Legion AA stands 8-6. next home game vs Spring Hill, weather permitting, or Thursday at Dodge City vs Lawrence. Legion A swept one doubleheader and lost another on the road, standing 5-10 with a next game at Manhattan. Pomona Junior Legion split doubleheaders, taking 10-7 and 4-3 wins over Lebo, then losing 16-11 to Princeton 2 before winning 11-6 in the nightcap. multiple players posted hits and Clemency strong pitching in the Lebo game.
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Capitals Eye Defending Champions In Stanley Cup Final
The Washington Capitals reach the Stanley Cup finals for the first time in 24 years and face the defending Detroit Red Wings in a best-of-seven series opener. Olaf Kolzig carries a 1.69 GAA with four shutouts, while Peter Bondra leads with 50 goals as Washington seeks to end Detroit’s reign and extend a Pittsburgh repeat drought since 1992.
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Bulls crush Jazz 96 54 in decisive Game 3 blowout
Chicago's bench and starters combine for a record setting 96 54 victory over Utah at United Center to take a 2 1 series lead. Michael Jordan and Ron Harper lead a dominant Bulls defense and offense as Utah collapses.
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Bagwell and Astros roll past Royals 7 1 in series win
Jeff Bagwell sparked Houston's 7 1 victory over Kansas City with a homer and two doubles. Shane Reynolds pitched an eight hitter for his fourth straight quality start, aiding the Astros to win a series against an AL club for the first time. Bell shook May slump with back to back doubles and an eight homer season, as Bagwell returns from the disabled list to boost the offense.
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Lee Smith
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