Critique of Darryl Strawberry and MLB issues
A sharp column questions Darryl Strawberry's actions amid his cancer diagnosis and past drug use, contrasts pity for him with empathy for others facing illness, and recalls related MLB gossip. It discusses Jason Grimsley’s corked bat admission, Hank Aaron’s views on modern players, Manny Ramirez and Canseco, Indians site critiques, Cubs playoff drought, and historical RBI leaders.
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Fan Drops In Gets Ejected From Indians Game
An overzealous fan slid into the Indians dugout during the bottom of the third inning at Jacobs Field chasing a foul ball in rain. Security escorted him out and Lofton’s tossed ball was returned to the crowd. David Justice returned from injury and homered later in the doubleheader.
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Cruz Returns on Rehab with Buffalo After Oblique Injury
Former Indians prospect Jacob Cruz began a 20 day rehabilitation with Class AAA Buffalo, joining the Bisons in Ottawa. He was among early contenders for the extra outfielder spot in spring training before injuring his right oblique and dropping from the roster, later placed on the 60 day disabled list March 31.
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Alomar Extends Hitting Streak in Series Opener
Robbie Alomar collected five consecutive hits with a third inning bunt single and a third inning base hit, pushing his streak to five games and to .421 overall with four doubles and two RBIs. Dave Burba aims to win the series finale against Minnesota as Mike Lincoln counters for the Twins.
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Williams and Williams Shape Draft Night Picks
The draft shifted around Ricky Williams as the Colts pursued Williams and James with trade moves, while the Redskins redeployed picks to grab Champ Bailey. Quarterbacks McNabb Culpepper and Smith highlighted a historic draft, marking multiple African American QBs in the first round for the first time.
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Ramirez fuels Indians twin bill with strong hitting
Manny Ramirez led a combined 4-for-9 effort with his third homer as Cleveland split the doubleheader with Minnesota. Charles Nagy earned a win in game one delivering seven shutout innings despite a weather delay, while Jaret Wright took a no-decision in the nightcap after six innings with one earned run. Dennis Hocking matched a career-high four hits in game two.
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