Ex-major leaguer Walker dies at 82 in Alabama
Harry "The Hat" Walker, NL batting leader in 1947 and decisive 1946 World Series hitter, died from stroke complications at 82. A left fielder and manager, he played 22 pro seasons with Cardinals, Phillies, Cubs, and Reds, appeared in three World Series and two All-Star games, and later coached and led UAB baseball from 1979 to 1986. Funeral set for Leeds, Alabama.
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Wright shaky in start as Wilson injures sprain worsens
Wright left after 3rd inning with shoulder tightness following 36 pitches as DeFelice homered earlier. Wilson, a switch hitter, said his sprain worsens when batting left handed but should mend in a few days per Hargrove. Wright’s velocity sat 85-88 mph, with Spicuzza noting not as bad as before and no definite return date yet.
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Wright on DL slows Indians in dismal loss
Cleveland endured a rough day as Wright remains limited by a muscle strain and Haney covered early as Wilson Alvarez returned from the DL. Alvarez worked five solid innings before Cleveland’s offense stalled against the Rays bullpen duo Charlton Lopez and Hernandez, yielding two runs on five hits.
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Wade Boggs joins 3 000 hit club with home run milestone
Wade Boggs, 41, became the 3 000 hit club member with a 2 2 pitch homer for No 3 000 in a 15 10 loss to Cleveland. McGwire and Gwynn joined the milestone spree, as Gwynn collected his 3 000th hit and Boggs celebrated with family at Tropicana Field. Boggs, who signed with the Devil Rays, hinted at continued playing while cherishing the moment and the support from fans and his father on hand.
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Browns Revival Ties to Paul Brown Spark Enshrinement Pride
Cleveland Browns players reflect on the team history as Ozzie Newsome enters the Hall of Fame in Canton. Orlando Brown Antonio Langham and rookies Central McClellion and Jerry Rudzinski share mixed emotions about the move reestablishment. Ty Detmer Tim Couch and Mike Cook prepare for a preseason game with Detmer starting the opening series.
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