Indians Top Angels Behind Justice Big Night Also Ramirez Out
The Indians beat the Angels 4 to 0 in the shortest game of the season as Justice went 3 for 4 with two doubles and two RBIs. Manny Ramirez was sidelined for seven to 16 days, prompting teammates to emphasize defense and timely hitting. Barba pitched well with a fastball after a couple of costly Angel errors helped Cleveland build a 3-0 lead. Alomar contributed an RBI in the third as Vizquel scored on a grounder.
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Olmsted Falls Falls to Walls in district finale
Olmsted Falls, 20 7, rallied but Walls senior pitcher Snyder shut the door. John Ross and Nate Wilmot drove in runs, Zack Janicek and Snyder added hits, while Todd Stefanini started for Falls before Brian Snow held the line. Falls vows to play all seniors next game against Rocky River after late start by umpires.
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Bisons Top Mud Hens In Buffalo Nine Four
Buffalo Bisons defeat Toledo Mud Hens nine to four as Mark Budzinski collects three hits and scores twice. Marcos Scutaro Bill Selby and Chan Perry drive in two runs each while Mark Pisciotta gets the win in relief. Derek Bosco leads Toledo with three hits and Chris Wakeland adds a two run triple.
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Orel Hershiser returns to minors for first game in nine years
Orel Hershiser, 41, pitched six innings for Class A San Bernardino against Lancaster, allowing one unearned run and four hits. He threw 71 pitches, with 49 strikes, walked one and struck out two. The Stampede tied the game in the sixth with a homer as Hershiser aims to refine flaws after a 10.70 ERA in seven Dodgers appearances. His next start is set for June 5 at Rancho Cucamonga.
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Manny Ramirez Out Seven To Ten Days For Indians
Cleveland Indians left fielder Manny Ramirez will miss seven to ten days with a strained left hamstring. Manager Charlie Manuel said the injury occurred while running to first base, and the team will decide whether to place him on the disabled list. David Justice will start in right field, with Richie Sexson shifting to left.
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Indians notes: Branyan called up as Camp and Cabrera join Buffalo
Indians option pitchers Camp and Roberts to Buffalo. Russell Branyan is recalled from Buffalo and Jolbert Cabrera is activated after his father’s death, with Branyan slated to fill multiple roles as he hits 253 with 16 homers and 46 RBIs in the International League. Vinces Rincon hopes to rehab a sore elbow, Karsay closes, Vizquel steals two bases, and Fryman hits into a double play as the club prepares for interleague play.
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Finley Faces Angels in First Return to Old Club
Chuck Finley, 15 year veteran with 168 wins and 2 225 strikeouts, will face Anaheim, the club he spent 14 seasons with and leads in wins and starts. Teammates Darin Erstad and Garrett Anderson anticipate a tough, emotional reunion as Finley vows to pitch his usual game despite the oddity of pitching against his former team.
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Castillo fines himself after botched bunt in Marlins win
In Cincinnati, Luis Castillo attempted a self-imposed fine after failing a sacrifice bunt. He handed manager John Boles cash, but the manager refused the sum. Castillo had two hits and three steals in Florida's 3-1 win.
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