Mixed Feelings On World Cup Baseball And Players’ Choices
Jorge Posada favors playing for Puerto Rico in the World Cup if approved, risking spring training. Albert Pujols supports the Dominican Republic, while Lance Berkman questions benefits to the game. MLB stars weigh readiness, injury risk, and timing with a long season and Olympic considerations.
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Puerto Rico
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Players’ Association
International Baseball Federation
St. Louis Cardinals
Albert Pujols
Dominican Republic
Houston
Lance Berkman
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NHL
Jeff Bagwell
Anaheim
Darin Erstad
Angels
Bernie Williams
Puerto
Rico
Detroit
Ivan Rodriguez
Pittsburgh
Daryle Ward
Sabathia Endures Family Tragedies While Pitching On
Indians ace C C Sabathia has faced the deaths of his father, uncle, and cousin Nathan Berkel while remaining focused on games. He honors his lost relatives by pitching with initials on his cap and glove amid team support from David Riske and Jake Westbrook. Omar Vizquel returns from injury as bullpen pains ease with Rafael Betancourt leading a stronger relief corps.
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Jason
Aaron Berkel
Atlanta
David Riske
Jake Westbrook
Omar Vizquel
Vizquel
Wedge
Indians
Seattle Mariners
New York Yankees
Contreras family leaves Cuba amid immigration turmoil
Contreras’ family defected from Cuba this week. ICE said the family was in border patrol custody early Tuesday and released around 4 p.m. The Yankees pitcher traveled to Miami to reunite with his wife and two daughters amid limited details.
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Jose Contreras
Cuba
New York Yankees
Miami
Immigration and Customs Enforcement
Barbara Gonzalez
Border Patrol
Lofton still chasing a championship ring with Yankees
Kenny Lofton, 37, near return from a pulled hamstring, seeks a World Series title with the New York Yankees. He discusses a long playoff history, his All-Star honors, Gold Gloves, and his drive to win a championship with a team that makes his path possible.
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Yankee Nation
Yankees
Lofton
New York Yankees
Bank One
Diamondbacks
Kenny
Trevor Hoffman
San Diego
Loften
George Steinbrenner
Indians
Pittsburgh
Giants
Steinbrenner
Indians Rally Past White Sox on Late Homer and Defense
Tribe storms back from a six-run deficit as Ronnie Belliard belts a three run shot in a high scoring sixth inning. Jody Gerut, Matt Lawton and Casey Blake contribute key plays and Crisp makes a game saving catch. Elarton struggles with control, while Loaiza falters after a strong start for Chicago.
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Jody Gerut
White Sox
Elmhurst
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Chicago
Genut
Gerat
Houston Astros
Triple-A
Buffalo
Elarton
Kaz Tadano
Biarton
Rams
Lolaza
Matt Lawton
Crisp
Thomas
Casey Blake
Miguel Olivo
Willie Harris
Jose Jimenez
Carlos Lee
Valentin
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Seattle
Ramon Santiago
Juan Gonzalez
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