Sutton Leads Players Championship After Two Rounds
Hal Sutton retained the lead at the Players Championship after Friday’s second round at Sawgrass, posting 3-under 69 to stay one stroke ahead of Tom Lehman and Omar Uresti. Tiger Woods lingered at 1-under, while Fulton Allem shot 5-under 65 to finish fourth as winds and dry conditions tested the field.
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Bristol Pole Goes to Steve Park in Goody's 500 Qualifying
Steve Park beat out Kenny Wallace and Jeff Gordon to claim the Bristol pole with a 126.370 mph lap. Dale Earnhardt praised Park while Rusty Wallace and Dale Jarrett commented on the strong run as Goody's 500 qualifiers were decided after two practice sessions and a first round. Park topped practice, with Park owner Earnhardt watching proudly as contenders failed to topple the lap.
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Thompson finds fault with self in comeback bid with Yankees
Former Mets prospect Ryan Thompson, once hailed as the center fielder of the future, blames himself for a career derailed by past mistakes and injuries. Now with the New York Yankees as a spare outfielder, he pursues another big league shot amid an crowded outfield and lingering doubt about his future.
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Roberto Kelly
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Thompson's Career Marked by Immaturity and Comeback Hope
Ryan Thompson, 32, from Chester, is in his 14th pro season with 303 major league games for Mets Indians and Astros. He recalled a youth spent in NYC nightlife, signed with the Yankees to “get it right,” and aimed for a respectful lasting impression as he moved forward.
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Woodward Nears Jays Opening Day Job
Woodward, 23, impressed Blue Jays officials in spring training and may start in Toronto after a strong stint with Syracuse. He batted .292 with 6 RBIs in 15 games for the SkyChiefs and filled in for Toronto in 14 games last season as a versatile option. The club weighed veteran shortstops and considered Woodward for catching duties as part of a lean catching roster.
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Maddux and Hernandez tune up for opening day
Greg Maddux allowed one run in six innings in Kissimmee as the Braves beat the Pirates 8 to 2. Livan Hernandez pitched seven scoreless in Phoenix for the Giants against the A's, while Bobby Estalella hit his first spring homer. Wood worked two innings in Mesa after elbow surgery, reaching 94-96 mph, and Yankees bombed the Marlins 19-0 in Melbourne amid a mumps outbreak.
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