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51s head home, eager to end early doldrums

After spending its first 32 years in the pitcher-friendly International League, the Toronto Blue Jays’ Triple-A affiliate has received a rude introduction to the hitter-friendly Pacific Coast League.

HORSE RACING

TODAY AT SANTA ANITA PARK

UNLV spring football game set for tonight

The football team that UNLV coach Mike Sanford puts on the field for the Sept. 5 season opener against Sacramento State probably will look much like the starting offensive and defensive units that play in today’s spring game.

I Want Revenge, Quality Road, Dunkirk early Derby picks

The man with the toughest job in racing each spring is Mike Battaglia, the morning linemaker at Churchill Downs. Battaglia usually gets criticized for his Kentucky Derby line, when, in reality, he does a fine job.

IN BRIEF

EQUESTRIAN

Week 1 lines for NFL stir interest

The New York Jets don’t have a starting quarterback for next season. But if you think they are going to find Mr. Right to replace Brett Favre, you might want to think about taking the 31/2 points they are getting in their season opener Sept. 13 against the Houston Texans.

What’s-his-name welcomed

When an obscure school tries to raise its profile by hiring a nationally recognized name as its men’s basketball coach, it’s probably a good idea to get the name right at the introductory news conference.

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