Suzuki Faces Less Media Frenzy But Keeps Spotlight
Ichiro Suzuki says media interest in Seattle has eased since his rookie year while still remaining highly focused on his baseball. A dozen Japanese reporters cover him daily now, down from about 50, as MLB fans and teams adjust to Matsui’s rise with Yankees.
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Perez's ninth inning homer lifts Brewers past Reds
Eddie Perez hit a three run homer on Scott Williamson's first pitch in the bottom of the ninth to lift Milwaukee past Cincinnati 8 6. Williamson took the loss while Mike DeJean earned the win in relief.
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Valdes Returns From DL to Stifle Yankees in 5-2 Win
Ismael Valdes came off the disabled list and, with three perfect relievers, shut down the Yankees as the Texas Rangers won 5-2. Valdes allowed two runs on five hits in five innings, then Brian Shouse, Francisco Cordero, and Ugueth Urbina closed it. The win spoiled New York’s streak and moved Texas toward a split in the series.
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AL Romo up seats above Green Monster and Orioles win
In Baltimore Pat Hentgen allowing two hits over seven innings earned a 2 0 victory snapping a six game skid for the Orioles. Hentgen improves to 1 0 after elbow surgery and returning to the rotation.
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