Barrett suspension upheld by MLB after punch incident
MLB upholds Cubs catcher Michael Barretts 10 game suspension for punching A J Pierzynski after a collision at the plate May 20 at U S Cellular Field. Barrett will be eligible June 30 against the White Sox. Henry Blanco and Phil Nevin to handle catching duties.
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Hurricanes Capture First Stanley Cup On Home Ice
In Raleigh North Carolina the Hurricanes edged the Oilers 3 1 to win their first Stanley Cup. Aaron Ward and Frantisek Kaberle scored while Cam Ward stopped most Edmonton bids ensuring the low scoring victory. Ward played a pivotal role delivering the clinching performance.
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Giant City Park famed for fried chicken dinners draws visitors
Giant City State Park in Southern Illinois remains a fixture with 1.1 million yearly visitors. The Giant City Lodge serves celebrated fried chicken dinners that bring crowds on Sundays, Mother's Day, and graduations. CCC-built lodge distinguishes the park from others in the region, though natural scenery remains the focus.
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Giant City State Park Overview and Amenities
Giant City State Park sits south of Carbondale on Giant City Blacktop, spanning 4,110 acres. It offers 34 cabins, a full service lodge restaurant, Class A and Class C camping, equestrian and group campsites, eight hiking trails including the Post Oak Trail for disabled visitors, rock climbing at Devil's Standtable Cliff and Shelter No.1 Bluff, guided rides March 15 through Oct 31, and a visitor center with interpretive displays and programs. For reservations and details contact 618 457 4921 or 618 529 4110.
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Cubs Rally Past Indians in Rainy Night
The Chicago Cubs defeated the Cleveland Indians 12-8 as Henry Blanco tied his career high with four RBIs and Juan Pierre added three. Pitcher Sean Marshall allowed four runs in five innings before a 73 minute rain delay in the sixth, earning his first road win since April.
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Blacks disappearing from baseball threaten Cardinals roster trends
The St. Louis Cardinals mirror a national decline of U S born Black players in baseball. With no Blacks on their major league roster and few in the farm system the trend mirrors a drop from 30 percent in the 1970s to 8 percent today. Experts cite youth facilities costs and football and basketball popularity as factors.
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