Indians Realize White Sox Are The Team To Beat
The Indians face Chicago with the White Sox riding the best record in baseball and an eight game win streak. Dave Burba eyes another start as Detroit fights for position. Manny Ramirez is out with hamstring hemorrhage and Charles Nagy is set to test his elbow.
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Aeros blank SeaWolves in first game of twin bill
Akron lefty Mike Bacsik carried a perfect game into the seventh inning before a two hitter led the Aeros past Erie 1-0 in the opener. Osmany Santana delivered the decisive run in the seventh as Akron overcame a first inning stumble and moved to 2-0 in the doubleheader.
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Giants spark 16 game win streak and playoff comeback
Chronicle-Telegram sportscaster Dan Coughlin notes the Giants’ 16 game streak and 39 of 47 finish, including a decisive playoff win sparked by Bobby Thomson’s ninth inning homer at the Polo Grounds. He contrasts with 1914 Braves’ dramatic turnaround and praises starting pitching.
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Indians Rally Past White Sox 6-2 Behind Jurasky’s Late Hitters
The Indians took a 2-1 lead in the 81st with a two run double by an unspecified player, scoring Alomar and Lofton, then added four runs as Thome and Alomar drove in runs. Justice left with a strained abdominal muscle, potentially out tonight. Manager Manuel joked about lineups and McGwire as they won to stay afloat.
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Baseballs pass MLB specs barely amid homer surge
Tests by Jim Sherwood of UMass Lowell show balls from the last three seasons are near the upper limit of the specifications but not juiced. Commissioner’s executive VP Sandy Alderson notes consistency within the range and seeks older balls for comparison while homers average 2.56 per game this season.
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Umpires seek job returns amid MLB talks
New York reports MLB offered to reinstate some of 22 umpires who were dismissed last September while demanding they curb public criticism of management. Negotiations cover pay, the fate of the 22, discipline with just cause, and media access. The World Umpires Association forms as talks continue on a new contract replacing the expired agreement.
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Rocker—Braves face Mets after controversial remarks
Braves pitcher Rocker prepares for a four game series with the Mets starting June 29 at Shea Stadium marking his first appearance there since a firestorm over his remarks. He defended his slurs as a joke, sparking removal to the minors and widespread condemnation from Hank Aaron to Twisted Sister as police and officials plan security.
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Rocker comments spark NY controversy and subway plan
John Rocker sparks outcry with World in sports remarks about New York diversity and subway safety. Officials consider guards on the 7 train as the pitcher discusses a comeback while Mets teammates react and fans in Queens condemn his views.
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