Petty fights pressure of Chase race with top 35 battle
NASCAR veteran Kyle Petty vents at Dover and explains the pressure to stay in the top 35 owner points as the Chase for the Nextel Cup looms. With Kansas ahead, Petty and rivals focus on earning every point to secure a starting spot and momentum toward Homestead.
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Yanks clinch playoff spot after dramatic comeback
New York rode a late surge to clinch their 13th straight postseason berth with a 12 4 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field. Alex Rodriguez starred as the Yankees recovered from a brutal start, while Mariano Rivera and the club celebrated a long-awaited revival and Torre faced questions about his future.
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Mets blow five run lead in crushing loss to Nationals
Mets squander a five run cushion as Beltran and Alou homer for two, later bullpen collapses in a 9-6 defeat that trims NL East lead over Phillies to one game with four to play. Wright comments on fatigue as fans vent. Nationals sweep Shea and stretch 10-day beatdown to 5-1 against New York. Humber debuts in place of Martinez with rest in mind.
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Worley Sleichter McDaniel and Michael win midweek scramble
The team of Jim Worley Steve Sleichter Charlie McDaniel and Les Michael won the Wednesday night scramble by five strokes after shooting a minus eight Sleichter and McDaniel were closest to the pin winners with Nos 3 and 7.
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Brazil shuts down USA to reach World Cup final
Brazil crushed the United States 4-0 in the semifinals as Marta starred, the own goal giving Brazil the lead in the 20th minute, followed by Marta and Cristiano goals in the second half, eliminating the U S bid for a third title and setting up a final with Germany.
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Bonds Bids Farewell in Final Giants Appearance
Barry Bonds, at 43, ends a historic era with a final San Francisco Giants game. The crowd roars as he fields, salutes, and hugs Padres peers, including Jake Peavy, Bud Black, and his son Nikolai. He leaves with 762 career home runs and a lasting city tribute.
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Young runners embrace cross country learning and growth
Kornhaus notes cross country can intimidate newcomers and aims to ease fear and build enjoyment. Dirks praises proper form while Peoples and Messinger value the challenge and fitness. Runners aim to double participation next year as ambassadors spread the word through OMS hallways.
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Ottawa positives fade as homecoming hopes hinge on breaks
Ottawa coach Boeh says the team needs a big play moment and a break to turn around a season that has seen the goals split between home scoring and improving running game. Turner shows big play potential while the team strives to defend home turf and eliminate the big play.
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