ESPY Awards Tonight Host Samuel L Jackson Spotlight Moments
The Lineup recalls favorite sports moments from the past year. ESPY Awards tonight hosted by Samuel L Jackson. Golf action comes from PGA s Greater Milwaukee Open and Jamie Farr Classic in Ohio. Ford Senior Players in Dearborn. White Sox at Detroit. Cardinals in San Diego. Cubs home vs Marlins to start second half.
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Hank Aaron Receives Presidential Medal of Freedom
Hank Aaron was among 12 recipients at the White House East Room. President Bush cited Aaron overcoming poverty and racism to become a legendary slugger with 755 career home runs for the Milwaukee and Atlanta Braves. Aaron broke Babe Ruth’s record in 1974 and retired in 1976.
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All-Star game ends in 7 7 tie amid booing in Milwaukee
Bud Selig called a no-win finish as the All-Star game ended in a 7-7 tie after 11 innings with no pitchers left, despite Barry Bonds home run and Torii Hunter highlight. Fans booed and bottles were thrown after Freddy Garcia closed the bottom of the 11th. The event honored past greats Hank Aaron, Willie Mays and Cal Ripken but intensified talk of a possible strike and steroids concerns.
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Selig signals possible strike amid talks and revenue shift
Milwaukee AP Bud Selig warned a work stoppage could occur in baseball if talks fail but hopes for a deal with players. He urged economic reforms to shift money from big markets to small and mid markets while negotiations resume Thursday. The players union executive board asked teams to grant strike authority but set no date.
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Williams asked for cremation of Ted Williams remains
Florida daughter Bobby-Jo Ferrell says in a lawyer statement that Ted Williams wished cremation and ashes scattered over his Florida Keys fishing grounds. The family feud centers on whether his body should be cremated or frozen at Alcor in Arizona.
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Golf Clinic Teaches Teens Swing, Patience at Rend Lake
More than 70 youths ages 12 to 17 attended the 13th annual Junior Golf Clinic at Rend Lake Golf Course. Participants rotated through seminars on putting, chipping, sand play, and general swing instruction led by pro golfers and SIGA members, learning fundamentals away from the course. Amanda Killman 15, Herrin, praised the sessions and gained confidence in lining putts and driving range technique.
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Aaron Fisher
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Gary Squires
Wyn Nwynnn
Jarrel Isom
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Andy Spiller
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