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L.A's greatest sports moments No. 5: Angels win the World Series
The Fabulous ForumWe asked you to send in your picks for the greatest sports moments in L.A. history, and 1,181 ballots later we are unveiling the top 20 vote-getters. Each weekday we will unveil a new moment until we reach No. 1....... -
Russ Ortiz signs minor-league contract with Dodgers and I have insomnia, but it's just a coincidence
Dodger ThoughtsLong-ago toasted Russ Ortiz has signed a minor-league contract with the Dodgers, reports Ken Gurnick of MLB.com. Two scenarios, each of which should be familiar since they took place less than 12 months ago: 1) The Shawn Estes scenario --...... -
Reports: Loney, Kuo, Sherrill avoid arbitration
Dodger ThoughtsBased on reports by Ken Gurnick of MLB.com and Jon Heyman of SI.com, three more Dodgers have signed contracts for 2010: James Loney, $3.1 million (predicted: $3.5 million) Hong-Chih Kuo, $950,000 (predicted: $1.5 million) George Sherrill, $4.5 million... -
The Dodgers and dear prudence
Dodger ThoughtsLife with a financial ceiling: There are things I want, but then there are things I'm better off without. Don't get me wrong — when in doubt, I'd rather have the cash. But an excess of money can lead to...... -
National League Central preview
Daily PressNATIONAL LEAGUE CENTRAL CHICAGO CUBS (97-64, 1st) MANAGER: Lou Piniella (3rd season) PAYROLL: $145 million X-FACTOR: Isn't combustible Milton Bradley, now on his sixth team, the only choice for this category everywhere he goes? BEST CASE: A deep...Tags: Crimes, Lance Berkman, Crime, Law and Justice, Houston Astros, C.C. Sabathia
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Sox's offense kicks in
Tribune staff reporterThe White Sox pitching staff had to hit rock bottom Wednesday night, but it brought out the best in a once-stagnant offense. The Sox erupted for a season-high 10 runs in the sixth inning to bail out Jon Garland in a 12-6 victory over Arizona that averted...Tags: Chicago White Sox, Arizona Diamondbacks, Juan Uribe, Crimes, Crime, Law and Justice
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Thome puts on his own HR Derby
Tribune staff reporterJim Thome has no intention of participating in Monday's Home Run Derby at Pittsburgh. The White Sox's designated hitter, however, displayed his own All-Star power act Thursday night. Thome hit two homers, including a third-inning grand slam that...Tags: Boston Red Sox, Chicago White Sox, Juan Uribe, David Ortiz, A.J. Pierzynski
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Ask Mark Gonzales
Last year at this time, the Trib started printing the Sox's magic number in every issue. I agree that it is premature at this point with the Tigers in first place. However, as baseball is a sport full of superstitions, I am a superstitious fan. Last year,...Tags: Chicago White Sox, Mark Buehrle, A.J. Pierzynski, Sandy Alomar, Tom Gordon
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Bring on the Braves
Tribune staff reporterOne chapter ended for the Cubs on a chilly Sunday afternoon at Wrigley Field. A new one begins Tuesday night in Atlanta. A day after clinching their first division title in 14 years, the Cubs finished the regular season with a 3-2 loss to Pittsburgh,...Tags: World Series, Carlos Zambrano, Chicago Cubs, Kerry Wood, Greg Maddux
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Cubs vs. Braves: Who's got the edge?
Tribune Baseball ReporterSTARTING PITCHING The Dodgers were the only National League team with more effective starters than the Cubs in the regular season. The guys at the front of the Cubs' rotation, Kerry Wood and Mark Prior, ended the season strongly. With Wood, scheduled to...Tags: Eric Karros, San Francisco Giants, Chicago Cubs, Kerry Wood, Greg Maddux
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Braves no longer a sure thing in East
Tribune baseball reporterImagine the shock for an Atlanta Braves fan who spent the winter abroad without giving his favorite team a second thought. Hey, that isn't Tom Glavine in a New York Mets uniform, is it? And what's the deal with Kevin Millwood wearing that Phillies cap?...Tags: Andy Benes, Brady Anderson, Angel Echevarria, Cincinnati Reds, Matt Herges
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Paul Sullivan on the Cubs
I heard that someone tried to get a goat into Houston's game [Tuesday] and was refused admission. They then "transferred" the curse to Houston. Nothing in the Tribune. What's the story? --Bill Carter, Munster, Ind. From what I understand, it was one of...Tags: Eric Karros, Chicago Cubs, Mark Bellhorn, Matt Morris, Jason Schmidt
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