Brash rookie P J Chesson sparks Indy 500 buzz
Indy rookie P J Chesson once fished aboard a Miami boat and now races in the Indy 500 for Hemelgarn Racing. His boisterous, free spirit and offbeat persona draw fans and team regard while he faces early season setbacks and a pole pace slight deficit.
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Former Red Sox star Mike Greenwell to make NASCAR debut
Charlotte veteran Mike Greenwell, once a Red Sox outfielder with a .303 career average and 1 400 hits, shifts to NASCAR. After a decade in late models and a 2000 New Smyrna Speedway title, he debuts in the Truck Series at Mansfield Motorsports Park with driver Todd Bodine backing him.
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Ruth’s 714th homer caps final Pittsburgh visit
Babe Ruth at 40 could not run or field yet still launched three homers in a 1935 Pittsburgh game, including No. 714 over Forbes Field roof. Stories recall Ruth's sadness, his brief Braves tenure, and lasting Pittsburgh connections from fans like Sam Sciullo and future icons Andy Warhol and Hank Aaron.
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Sabathia Reigns With Consecutive Complete Games For Tribe
CC Sabathia improved to 13-2 with a 1.91 ERA in 19 starts since Aug 5 and became the first Cleveland pitcher since 2002 to throw consecutive complete games. He located first pitches for strikes, mixing curveballs and changeups while Radke faltered in five innings. Casey Blake homered twice, drove in four, lifting his average to .354 as Cleveland topped Minnesota 8 or more runs.
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Pujols Could Boost Bonds Image With Historic Pace
AP columnist Tim Dahlberg notes Albert Pujols is drawing attention away from Barry Bonds with a record pace and is defending Bonds amid steroid scrutiny. Pujols’ April 14 home run streak and potential 74th homer could shift public focus while Bonds hopes Pujols helps him sell memorabilia and a cleaner image.
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