Hebner Delivers with Clutch Two-Run HR for Tigers
Detroit infielder Richie Hebner, nursing a back injury, pinch hits in the ninth and belts a two-run homer off Tom Paciorek to lift the Tigers to a 4-2 win over Seattle. Hebner also extends his season RBI total to 34 with the blast, his fifth homer. In other AL games, Toronto, Milwaukee, Cleveland, Chicago, Kansas City, and Minnesota post wins as Mayberry, Haas, Cruz, Baines, and Sofield contribute key hits.
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Wasp Woes Threaten Oakwood Bottoms Pin Oaks
In Oakwood Bottoms near Pin-oak forests, horned oak gall caused by a non stinging wasp is killing trees across about 800 acres. Losses run 20 30 percent and may reach 80 percent in pin oaks. Officials cite unknown prevention methods and discuss selective cutting versus other options to curb spread while preserving wildlife habitat.
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Nicklaus Enters Atlanta Classic Ahead of Open
Jack Nicklaus boosted the field for the $300,000 Atlanta Golf Classic by entering late. The star cited a commitment to his son Jackie’s high school graduation and a desire for more pre Open competition before the U S Open.
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Kuhn to Hear Madlock Appeal Next Week
Commissioner Bowie Kuhn has tentatively scheduled a hearing early next week on Bill Madlock's appeal of a 15 day suspension and 5000 dollar fine imposed by U S president Chub Feeney. Feeney set the penalties after finding Madlock struck umpire Gerry Crawford with his glove during an argument in a Pittsburgh Montreal game on May 1.
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