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Harper finds refuge on CSN diamond

A whirlwind summer behind him, Bryce Harper is starting to settle down. He put on his catcher’s gear Saturday, crouched behind the plate in 100-degree heat and returned to a quiet place. … Baseball practice has begun at the College of Southern Nevada, and Harper, who would have been a high school junior, is a freshman on the roster. … In the foothills of Henderson, he has found temporary seclusion from the publicity tour. The Sports Illustrated cover story, which touted him as “Baseball’s Chosen One,” an ESPN feature and the crush of attention from media and fans launched his fame.

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Purcey almost perfect for 51s

He pitched well enough in spring training to earn a spot in the Toronto Blue Jays’ starting rotation. But after five outings, 51s left-hander David Purcey was demoted to Triple A and has been with Las Vegas since May 1.

Caring Coronado freshman puts best feet forward

They should have known that when 9/11 struck terror into this nation and Nick Paris put on his official little police uniform to set up a lemonade stand with his older sister, there was something special about him.

Message to Texans fans: Buzz off

The beers at Houston’s Reliant Stadium this year won’t necessarily taste great, but they will be less filling.

Demoted Accardo puzzled

After pitching poorly in spring training, 51s closer Jeremy Accardo understood the Toronto Blue Jays’ decision to send him to Triple-A to start this season.

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