Henderson's bat blazing for Yankees center field heroics
New York Yankee Rickey Henderson, leading the majors with a .359 average, has sparked headlines with his bat after a quick rise from Oakland. He earned American League Player of the Week honors for June 17–23 and ripped a 5-for-10 pace in a three-game sweep of Baltimore, while continuing to steal bases and energize Yankee Stadium.
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Lloyd, Wade lead Wimbledon opening round wins in rain
Top seeds Chris Evert Lloyd and Virginia Wade won for the Openers as Hu Na became the first Chinese woman to compete in the modern era at Wimbledon. Upsets and rain delays affected the schedule with several other seeds advancing.
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Roberts drives West Frankfort with hot ninth slot
Jeff Roberts of West Frankfort Coal Belt hits .600 with three home runs and five triples while batting ninth. He says he is a streak hitter and gains power when pitchers avoid the leadoff spot. Co-manager Jamie Simmons praises his defense in right field and his teammates as a knowledgeable, supportive group.
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Kuiper Leaves Giants to Retire for Radio Booth
San Francisco Giants and infielder Duane Kuiper parted ways with an unconditional release as the 10-year major league veteran retires to join radio duties for the National League club. Kuiper ends with one homer in 3,379 at bats and a .271 average after starting with Cleveland in 1974 and being dealt to San Francisco in 1981 for Ed Whitson.
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