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www.terrwMMUCOfTl THE TENNESSEAN Simdey, August 11,2002 5C STORT: BASEBALL I 1 k. to Mi Mm ti Jr mi Barry Bonds trots to first base after being intentionally walked yesterday. Bonds drew three intentional walks to break the major league record for intentional walks in a season with 46. Bonds walks tail ViewV: sssi day after No. 600 Tmnessean News Services When Cubs President Andy MacPhail included a provision in Sammy Sosa's contract extension allowing him to opt for free agency after the 2003 season, it was inevitable that Sosa would threaten to use it And he has, reiterating yesterday that if the Cubs don't improve, he could walk.

Tve been here forever and it's the same garbage all the time," he said. "This year we made an effort, but I'm getting old, bra. I'm looking for a ring before I retire." What Sosa didn't address before yesterday was the risk he'd be taking by opting for free agency after 2003. If Sosa stays he'll be paid $16 million in 2004 and $17 million in 2005. Then the Cubs could either pay him $18 million in 2006 or buy him out for $45 millioa So if Sosa leaves, he's waving good-bye to a guaranteed $375 million over two years.

Given Sosa's age (he's listed at 33) and possible need to go to the American League to become a designated hitter, wouldn't he be taking a monumental risk by leaving? Sosa laughed at the questioa "Risk about what?" he asked. Is he sure he can do better than that? What if there's a salary cap? "What are you, baseball Commissioner Bud Selig now?" he replied. "We'll see. Sit back and relax and enjoy the ride." Sosa, who also was critical of the Cubs' bench and bullpen, was asked if there was a danger in going public with his thoughts. "You've been here the same time Tve been here," he said.

"You know the same problems we have here. The whole world sees that "When I want to say something, Til say it And Til take my own responsibility. Everything that I say is true. But I don't say too much because I don't like to be out there." Already this season Sosa has requested the return of hitting coach Jeff Pentland and fitness guru Mack Newton, more night games at Wrigley Field and a more reliable team charter. Bargaining goes slow: Baseball's labor negotiators made little headway at a rare weekend bargaining session, leaving players on course to set a strike deadline when their executive board meets tomorrow in Chicago.

The sides met twice yesterday for a total of about 90 minutes but spent much of the day in caucuses. They planned to meet again today, but there didn't appear to be much likelihood they would reach an agreement before the union meeting. "The setting of a strike date is an internal union matter," said Rob Manfred, the owners' top labor lawyer. "They want to set a strike date, I guess they're going to set a strike date." Talks have taken an increased urgency in recent weeks, with Break record for intentional passes setbyMcCovey i 1 Mv 10.12.02 SAT 7:00 Edmonton Oilers I I (Opening Night presented by Chevrolet, I I Edmonton Oilers (Opening Night presented by Chevrolet, a a 5 i "si 2 rated yesterday and neither had his penchant for making history. Bonds broke Willie McCovey's major league record for intentional walks in a season, drawing three against Pittsburgh to give him 46 this year.

McCovey had 45 in 1969 with the Giants. At Pac Bell, the emblem on the left-field wall honoring Bonds' homer achievement will be a constant reminder of his 421-foot solo shot in the sixth inning against right-hander Kip Wells, who got the win in the Pirates' 4-3 victory. Bonds rounded the bases against a backdrop of roars and fireworks. His father, Bobby Bonds, probably breathed a sigh of relief that he wouldn't need to travel to Atlanta next week to continue the chase. As Bonds walked through the tunnels underneath Pac Bell after the game, he signed several autographs with one arm while holding his daughter in the other.

Two female fans walked away speechless, while others screamed at the sight of Bonds. "I see myself in 50 years talking about this talking about Barry, and what I saw," said Shawon Dun-stoa Bonds' teammate and friend. Tm glad he did it He was starting to press a bit in each at-bat" Lineup card stolen: The Pittsburgh lineup card from the game in which Barry Bonds hit his 600th homer was stolen from Giants manager Dusty Baker's office Friday night, Baker said. Baker planned to present both lineup cards to Bonds, but when Baker got to work, the Pirates' card Hilton Suites AmSouth Bank- All fans receive a long sleeve t-shirtj Colorado Avalanche Dallas Stars Minnesota Wild Chevrolet Holiday Giveaway Detroit Red Wings Edge Growl Towel) Chicago Blackhawks (Blue Cross Blue Shield Growth Chart." Tampa Bay Lightning Columbus Blue Jackets Mighty Ducks of Anaheim Baptist Sports Medicine Youth Philadelphia Flyers 11.14.02 THU 7:00 11.30.02 SAT 7:00 12.14.02 SAT 7:00 12.28.02 SAT 7:00 01.04.03 SAT 7:00 01.25.03 SAT 7:00 02.08.03 SAT 7:00 02.15.03 SAT 7:00 03.25.03 TUE 7:00 By GREG BEACHAM Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO The morning after Barry Bonds joined one of baseball's most exclusive home run clubs, he wandered through the San Francisco Giants' clubhouse carrying a large wicker basket. "You guys want some pot stickers?" Bonds asked, lifting the lid to reveal an incredible number of the Chinese appetizers.

There were a variety of responses at Pacific Bell Park to Bonds' 600th homer, which put him in the company of Hank Aaroa Babe Ruth and Willie Mays as the only major leaguers to reach the mark. Bonds, his wife and his father all felt relief. Jay Arsenault, the man who got a bloody face while catching the ball, saw dollar signs. The Giants' front office responded with pot stickers, a meat-filled delicacy. The fans simply appreciated it blanketing Bonds with cheers Friday night and yesterday, when Bonds stayed in the Giants' lineup to contribute to their playoff chase despite a torn hamstring that prevents him from sprinting.

"We all need to play," Bonds said. "We're down to the part of the season where it's gut-wrenching time. I don't worry about the history right now." The atmosphere from Bonds' latest magical night hadn't evapo 10.26.02 11.16.02 in was missing from the tolder which he had stored it. "I hate a thief," Baker said. SAT 7:00 SAT 7:00 FRI 7:00 WED 2:00 11.29.02 01.01.03 C5 Sounds 8, Redbirds3 Detroit Red Wings (O'Chciriey's Magnet Schedule) Columbus Blue Jackets Kroger Honey Suckle White Turkey Shoot New Jersey Devils (Pepsi Blue Puck Night Colorado Avalanche (Pepsi Player autograph signing post game fnr youth 1 2 and under) Phoenix Coyotes New York Rangers Pittsburgh Penguins Chicago Blackhawks St.

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Big stick: Reed Secrist, 2-for-4, HR, 3 RBI. What they said: "I was looking for something inside. He Travis Smith threw me a mediocre fastball. He was only throwing in the mid-80s, and I kept telling myself to stay back and get one out over the plate." outfielder Adrian Brown. Today pitchers: Nashville RHP Branson Arroyo (7-6, 3.09 ERA) vs.

Memphis RHP Jimmy Joumell (1 -1 3.00). PCL glance AMERICAN CONFERENCE players wanting to press tor a deal without setting a deadline. The sides have spent much of their time on lesser issues, leaving the key topics of revenue sharing and a luxury tax on payrolls for later. Tests negative on Duque Yankees pitcher Orlando Hernandez was released from the hospital, diagnosed with a pinched nerve in his neck a day after he was forced to leave a start against Oakland because of numbness in his left leg. Dr.

Stuart Hershon said the pinched nerve appears to be aggravating an old injury. Hernandez is expected to throw on the side today. The Yankees do not anticipate him missing a turn in the rotatioa WiSams' son gives up basebal: John Henry Williams, the son of late Hall of Famer Ted Williams, is giving up pursuit of his own fledgling baseball career. The 33-year-old Williams, signed by the Red Sox two weeks before his father's death, has told the team he won't return to the organization's Gulf Coast League rookie team in Fort Myers, Fla. StotUemyre pitches again: Injured Arizona starter Todd Stottlemyre threw about 30 pitches in a simulated game and said he was satisfied with his progress from elbow surgery July 3.

"This is the best Tve felt in five years," the right-hander said. Manager Bob Brenly said Stottlemyre, 37, could rejoin the team this season, working out of the bullpea Lofton to get weekend oft Kenny Loftoa the Giants' newly acquired leadoff hitter, sat out yesterday's game to rest his strained hamstring. Injuries Mets third baseman Edgardo Alfonzo was placed on the 15-day disabled list because of a strained muscle in his left side. The Yankees placed first baseman-designated hitter Nick Johnson on the 15-day disabled list and recalled Mike Thurmaa bi NeamrUe ab Redman of 5 110 J3303 -osc' sagEB- -j. tsai 1 0 Meyers c( Clapp2b Nunnatyrf Cruz lb 3 Ortega If Clbaugh3b 7 McDonald Brown 5 2 3 Pndelf 5 1 2 Cotac 5 3 4 Secret 3b 4 1 2 Lopezes 5 0 2 Pntchettlb 4 0 2 delaRosa2b5 0 1 Guerrierp 2 0 1 Hvrbschph 1 0 0 Rayesp 0 0 0 Reynoeoph 10 0 Campp 0 0 0 ISisgls Gsms Power Pack Power Prica Par Gam Pack wr Oelgadoss Smrthp Newsonph WSrondp Frank ph 1 Jacomep Riggsph Onmep Totals 08 2 3Vi 21 Totals 42 81S 6 Pet .557 .541 .529 .385 Pet 512 .504 412 AM 64 56 57 75 56 58 59 61 Central Division Salt Lake (Angers) Omaha (Hoyals) Iowa (Cubs) Col.

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