Butler eyes return as Dodgers open homestand
Dodgers outfielder Brett Butler hopes to rejoin the lineup Friday against the Pittsburgh Pirates after returning from vocal cord cancer surgery. He praised a “miracle” recovery and said he aims to play, not just cheer.
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Baseball and Football Quick View From Tonight's Sports Slate
Local listings show Braves at Reds and Indians at Brewers at 7:30 and 9 p.m. on TBS and radio. Hockey and basketball previews air on ESPN and local channels. Trade notes recap several MLB roster moves including Braves and Yankees activations and call ups across divisions.
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U S Open Tennis Results From Flushing Meadow
Monday results at the National Tennis Center list Javier Sanchez del Arnaud defeating Best and Agassi beating Davis Wheaton in straight sets. Also noted are Muster and Hingis advancing, plus doubles results featuring Davels Schaiken and Eltingh Haarhuis among others. NHRA Nationals results from Clermont, Indiana follow with winners in Top Fuel and Funny Car categories.
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Just Foolin Around Batting Averages Before Titles
A World Features Syndicate piece notes players with low averages before winning titles: Gary Sheffield hit 194 before 1992. Terry Pendleton 230 before 1991. Willie McGee 236 before 1990. Andres Galarraga 243 before 1993. Keith Hernandez 255 before 1979 with a 1975 1995 reference window.
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Tiger Woods Emerges as Prodigy After Amateur Glory
Brad Faxon recalls a high school era practice round in Coral Springs where Woods outdrove him by about 40 yards. By August Woods had won his third U S Amateur title in Portland and turned pro, debuting with the Milwaukee Open prize of 1 2 million. Fellow players praised his swing, power, and poise, noting his consistent plane and fast clubhead speed.
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