Swiss coach arrested over $3 million murder plot in Kobe Bryant case
Swiss body building coach Patrick Graber, 31, was arrested in Monterey Park California on suspicion of soliciting a murder for hire to kill Bryant accuser. He allegedly offered $1 million upfront and $2 million later, and discussed making the witness disappear. Investigators said he spoke of criminal ties and staged evidence. The case led to multiple meetings with undercover detectives and a money exchange plan. Authorities noted possible involvement of others and ongoing probes.
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Indians aim to keep six man rotation for rest of season
Cleveland plans to preserve its six man rotation led by Sabathia and Stanford with Lee slated for the season finale in Toronto. Traber may be shut down. Davis would likely start again if so. Esobar and Martinez have cooled lately as the club closes its homestand against the Red Sox.
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Julio Franco still thriving with Braves at age 45
Veteran Julio Franco, recalled by Atlanta for his durability, remains a productive backup and clubhouse mentor. Now 45 and weighing about 225 pounds, he hit 283 in 2003 while helping Atlanta clinch a 12th straight division title, as teammates praise his work ethic and guidance.
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Sabathia Says He Had a Good Year After Loss to Royals
CC Sabathia voiced confidence after going 17-? as a rookie and 13-11 with a 4.37 ERA last season while the Indians lost to the Royals 8-2 at Jacobs Field. Alex Escobar's fielder’s choice opened the scoring for Cleveland but they were blanked until late.
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Alou wins first division title with Giants historic clinch
Alan Alou clinched his first division crown as Giants manager after San Francisco led NL West from opening day and secured a playoff berth. The longtime Giants figure reflected on past regrets and said the division title is a meaningful step toward a possible World Series, with shortstop Rich Aurilia noting the team’s resilience through injuries.
Braves clinch 12th straight NL East title amid Phillies win
Braves clinched their 12th straight division crown as the Phillies rallied to beat the Marlins 5 0. Russ Ortiz called the celebration special though not ideal. Andres Galarraga spoke of his skipper as a first time winner and noted his near retirement earlier in 1994. A Giants fan died after a fall from Pacific Bell Park's right field wall, described as an accident by police. MLB also discussed relocating some Expos home games to San Juan or Monterey in a potential move to Northern Virginia.
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