Wedge: Trade talk not affecting Indians amid at trade deadline
Indians manager Eric Wedge says talk of selling players like C C Sabathia is normal but not a distraction. Cleveland sits six games under .500 entering a series with San Francisco as the July 31 deadline nears. He stresses focusing on baseball and keeping the core together while evaluating team needs.
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Vizquel Reflects on Cleveland Ties and Hall of Fame Elusiveness
Omar Vizquel speaks of his career spanning Seattle Cleveland and San Francisco. He notes love for Cleveland and hopes for Hall of Fame recognition while facing knee issues and a low batting average this season.
Cavaliers eye veterans and draft options in bid to improve
Cavaliers GM Chris Ferry indicated interest in proven veterans such as Michael Redd Jermaine ONeal and Elton Brand with free agency looming. He said two All-Stars unlikely and noted the team may trade a second round pick to gain a higher pick in 2008. He stressed offense must improve and hinted Hank Egan may retire after the 07 08 season.
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Laffey Holds Giants In Cleveland Tie As Offense Slumps
Aaron Laffey pitched effectively over seven innings, leaving with the game tied and bases loaded in the seventh. Jonathan Sanchez limited the Indians to one run on five hits, while Kelly Shoppach’s error allowed the go ahead run to score in the eighth. Omar Vizquel’s ninth inning squeeze bunt and fielding work provided the steady Giants presence as Cleveland could not muster more than four hits.
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Fresno State rallies to force CWS finals Game 3
Fresno State erased a five run Georgia lead by scoring 15 over three innings to win 19 10 in Game 2 of the College World Series finals. Tommy Mendonca slugged his 4th CWS homer as Fresno State stays alive in Omaha.
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