Atkins aims for national title after tough losses in past nationals
Kevin Atkins, Baldwin Wallace 174 pounder from North Olmsted, heads to the Division III nationals for a third straight year seeking to end a streak of blown leads and near finishes. Fresh off an Ohio Athletic Conference title and two pins in 97 seconds, he sports a 33-5 season record and hopes to convert pins into All-American honors this time in Ada, Ohio.
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Rocker penalty cut by arbitrator amid reaction
The Atlanta Braves reliever John Rocker sees his suspension halved and his fine reduced after an independent arbitrator ruled he must miss 14 days of the regular season and pay $500. Bud Selig criticized the decision while Rocker prepared for a meeting with teammates and a news conference.
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Yankees slugger Strawberry enters drug rehab after suspension
Barry Bonds era aside, the report notes the team, Selig actions, and Strawberry entering a rehabilitation clinic to fight drug addiction after a one year suspension. The piece also covers Orioles starter Scott Erickson's elbow surgery, seven to ten day inactive period, and Braves pitcher progress in spring training with Jones and Hernandez updates.
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Vizquel Uses Fame To Aid Caracas Flood Relief Efforts
Omar Vizquel drew on his fame to raise funds after mudslides devastated Caracas. He organized a charity softball game and auction that, with Worldvision help, raised about 600000 for relief. Teammates donated items and thousands attended, while Vizquel noted lasting destruction and ongoing need.
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Harder misses Hall of Fame as peers fall short
Dan Coughlin notes Harder, with 70 years in baseball and 10 losses, failed to gain election alongside Bill Mazeroski and Gil Hodges. Harder recalls pitching the first game at the old Stadium in 1931, a 1-0 loss to Lefty Grove, and accepts the result with quiet resolve.
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Young Indians Prospects Struggle in Winter Haven Intrasquad
C C Sabathia and Danys Baez faced major league hitters for the first time, each allowing a home run as the Indians played an intrasquad charity game at Chain of Lakes Park. Heath Hayes and Alex Ramirez hit the homers, while Enrique Wilson and Wright impressed at the plate and on the mound. Charlie Manuel remains hospitalized after colon surgery, with John Hart noting Baez showed good velocity and potential as he adjusts to the major league level. The game drew over 1,000 fans and raised 34,000 for the Boys and Girls Club of Winter Haven. The Indians open the exhibition season today against the Phillies.
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