Ripken's record hit fuels Orioles collapse in loss
Cal Ripken's 2,849th career hit makes him Baltimore's franchise leader and draws a standing ovation at Camden Yards, but the Orioles drop to eight games behind Boston in the AL wild-card race after a 6 3 loss to Cleveland. Jaret Wright dazzled with 98 mph stuff as Rafael Palmeiro and Willie Greene homered for Baltimore. Other scores: Blue Jays over Angels 9 4, Red Sox over Twins 9 2, Royals over Devil Rays 6 5, Mariners over White Sox 5 4, Athletics over Tigers 4 2.
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Braves bullpen seals win over Padres as NL lead grows
Braves bullpen shines in a 5-4 victory over San Diego. John Smoltz earned the win, Kerry Ligtenberg notched his 21st save, and rookie John Rocker worked a key 7th inning double play. Ligtenberg flourished after rising to the closer role amid Wohlers’ struggles.
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