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Ghana boots U.S. from World Cup Jun 22, 2006 There was no glory for the United States at this year's World Cup, only frustration and failure. The Americans were eliminated in the first round, losing to Ghana 2-1 Thursday in a game they had to win to advance to the tournament's knockout phase.
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White Sox Activate Contreras, Demote Logan May 21, 2006 The Chicago White Sox activated right-hander Jose Contreras from the 15-day disabled list Sunday and sent him to the mound to start the series finale against the Cubs.
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Spurs Force Game 7 With Win Over Mavericks May 20, 2006 Michael Finley heard cries of traitor and whiner. Every time he touched the ball, people who used to adore him were booing as loudly as possible. Things should be a lot more pleasant during Game 7 in San Antonio. |
Mavs' New Approach: Grab, Don't Punch May 19, 2006 Mavericks coach Avery Johnson has a message for his team in the wake of Jason Terry getting suspended for punching San Antonio's Michael Finley between the legs during a scramble for a loose ball.
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Indians Send RHP Karsay to Athletics May 14, 2006 The Cleveland Indians traded right-hander Steve Karsay to the Oakland Athletics on Sunday for an undisclosed amount of cash.
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Matsui Has Surgery After Breaking Wrist May 12, 2006 Hideki Matsui had surgery on Friday after breaking his left wrist trying to make a catch in Thursday's game against the Boston Red Sox. Yankee manager Joe Torre says his outfielder will be sidelined about three months.
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A-Rod Answers Boss With Homer May 11, 2006 Alex Rodriguez answered George Steinbrenner with a tiebreaking home run against the Boston Red Sox.
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Barry Bonds Returns to Lineup Tonight May 09, 2006 Barry Bonds returns to the San Francisco lineup tonight, one shy of tying Babe Ruth for second place on the all-time home run list when the Giants open a three-game series against former skipper Dusty Baker and the Chicago Cubs.
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Spurs Strike First in Battle of Texas May 07, 2006 Having weary legs against a rested and familiar opponent is no way to open a playoff series. Good thing the San Antonio Spurs also had Tim Duncan — and Bruce Bowen to harrass Dirk Nowitzki. |
Bonds HR Pursuit Concerns Hall of Famers May 05, 2006 Harmon Killebrew knows records are made to be broken. That's OK with the former AL MVP who hit 573 home runs — as long as those records aren't tainted. |
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