Indians pound 18 hits to roll past Cardinals in interleague opener
Cleveland fans saw Mark McGwire hit BP homers but the Indians exploded for 7 runs in the first inning and collected 18 hits in a 14 8 win over St. Louis. Manny Ramirez delivered a grand slam as Cleveland raced out to the big early lead. McGwire added his 34th homer, while Mike Hargrove warned of a possible Cards comeback.
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McGwire Reluctant Icon Amid Home Run Chase
McGwire seeks to enjoy baseball while fans and media press toward Roger Maris’ single season record. He downplays the rush to break 62, saying the game is a kid’s game and he plays for love, not chasing a historic mark. Crowds gather at Jacobs Field for batting practice as national attention mounts.
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Capriati Triumphs at Wimbledon Return Over Pratt
Capriati thrilled to be back at Wimbledon as she defeats Nicole Pratt in straight sets 6-4 6-3 6-4. The All England return comes amid a shakeup with top men, as Marcelo Rios, Greg Rusedski, and Cedric Pioline exit early while Andre Agassi faces danger after a rough second set.
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Cavs draft 6 11 center from South Carolina Ryan Stack
Cleveland selected Ryan Stack, 6-foot-11, 215 pounds, with the 48th pick from South Carolina. He averaged 6.5 points and 4.2 rebounds over four college years, with a senior season high of 9.6 points and 6.0 rebounds as he seeks to add strength and grow his upside.
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Milstein group vies for Browns ownership in NFL race
Howard Milstein leads a diverse slate of business leaders and former football stars bidding to own the Cleveland Browns as the NFL elects a new owner after Art Modell relocated the team to Baltimore in 1995. Competing groups include the Dolans, Murdough, and Wolstein. decision due in September.
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Clippers show Bibby at draft in Vancouver
The NBA draft opened in Vancouver with five trades and a surprising top pick. Michael Olowokandi of Pacific was chosen first by the Los Angeles Clippers, while the Vancouver Grizzlies selected Mike Bibby second before trading him away. Other trades involved picks 4 5 6 9 19 23 and 29.
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