Bonds, Giants Need a Quick Recovery
Barry Bonds and the San Francisco Giants have less than 24 hours to recover from one of the biggest collapses in World Series history.
( JOSH DUBOW, AP Sports Writer, 10/27/2002 04:22 PM EST)

Angels, Giants Set for Series Finale
There's no need to look any further than a year ago for a thrilling seventh game of the World Series.
( JOSH DUBOW, AP Sports Writer, 10/27/2002 02:52 PM EST)

Former major league ballplayer sentenced to 18 months in prison
Former major leaguer Alex Cole was sentenced to 18 months in prison on federal drug charges.
( 10/27/2002 01:23 PM EST)

Cuba to Skip Central American Games
Cuba will not participate in next month's Central American and Caribbean Games in El Salvador because of concerns about the security of its athletes and leaders.
( 10/26/2002 08:31 PM EST)

Kent: Giants Will Be Ready for Game
Jeff Kent would have liked to avoid Game 7, but he's ready.
( JANIE McCAULEY, AP Sports Writer, 10/26/2002 07:46 PM EST)

Fox: Labor Strife Hurt Ratings
Baseball's labor strife this year was partly responsible for the all-time lows being set by World Series ratings this year, according to the chairman of Fox Sports.
( RONALD BLUM, AP Sports Writer, 10/26/2002 07:42 PM EST)

Giants Can Earn Rings Tonight
There's no Randy Johnson or Curt Schilling in this year's World Series.
( JOSH DUBOW, AP Sports Writer, 10/26/2002 07:11 PM EST)

Giants Can Earn Rings Tonight
There's no Randy Johnson or Curt Schilling in this year's World Series. The first five games between the Anaheim Angels and San Francisco Giants have seen plenty of action. There have been blasts by Barry Bonds, clutch hits from Tim Salmon and Scott Spiezio, and big innings by both teams.
( JOSH DUBOW, AP Sports Writer, 10/26/2002 06:24 PM EST)

Agent: Piniella Happy at Tampa Bay
Lou Piniella's reason for taking over the Tampa Bay Devil Rays should be accepted at face value, his agent said Saturday.
( TIM KORTE, AP Sports Writer, 10/26/2002 03:41 PM EST)

Baker Unfazed by Managerial Changes
He could win it all, walk away and start over somewhere else.
( JIM LITKE, AP Sports Writer, 10/26/2002 02:59 PM EST)

Yomiuri Wins in Japan Series
Koji Uehara just missed a Japanese record for strikeouts and Takayuki Shimizu and Kazuhiro Kiyohara each hit two-run homers Saturday as the Yomiuri Giants defeated the Seibu Lions 4-1 in Game 1 of the Japan Series.
( 10/26/2002 02:19 PM EST)

Giants Seek First Title Since '54
Wicked winds and frigid nights didn't matter. An earthquake didn't cause panic. Heartbreaking failures were forgotten.
( STEVE WILSTEIN, AP Sports Writer, 10/26/2002 02:15 PM EST)

Giants Look to Claim World Title
Funny how a little boy can mean so much to a bunch of big leaguers - especially grown-up guys trying to win the World Series. So when Barry Bonds and the San Francisco Giants try Saturday night to win their first title, they'll have their good-luck charm in the dugout - 3 1/2-year-old bat boy Darren Baker, son of manager Dusty Baker.
( BEN WALKER, AP Baseball Writer, 10/26/2002 12:43 PM EST)

Scioscia: Day Off Will Help Angels
The Anaheim Angels got just what manager Mike Scioscia believed they needed - a day off.
( JOHN NADEL, AP Sports Writer, 10/26/2002 01:26 AM EST)

Lofton Sparks Giants to Series Lead
Kenny Lofton makes San Francisco's offense go. After a rough start in the World Series, the Giants' leadoff hitter is once again their spark plug. He has helped his team get within one victory of its first championship since 1954. Game 6 is Saturday at Edison Field.
( JANIE McCAULEY, AP Sports Writer, 10/26/2002 01:25 AM EST)

Ortiz Looks to Wrap Up Over Apier
Russ Ortiz started the San Francisco Giants on their postseason run. Now, he gets the chance to finish it.
( JOSH DUBOW, AP Sports Writer, 10/26/2002 01:23 AM EST)

Angels' Lackey Ready for Game 7
If Ramon Ortiz's sore right wrist prevents him from starting a seventh game in the World Series on Sunday, the Anaheim Angels might turn to rookie John Lackey.
( RONALD BLUM, AP Sports Writer, 10/25/2002 08:20 PM EST)

Baker's Son to Remain As Bat Boy
The son of Dusty Baker will be allowed to stay in the Giants' dugout at the World Series this weekend, although the manager will keep a more watchful eye on the young bat boy.
( JANIE McCAULEY, AP Sports Writer, 10/25/2002 08:18 PM EST)

Rally Possum on Edison Field
Forget about the Rally Monkey and make room for the Rally Possum.
( BEN WALKER, AP Baseball Writer, 10/25/2002 07:55 PM EST)

Series Games Set TV Rating Lows
A blowout in Game 5 of the World Series produced another new television ratings low.
( RONALD BLUM, AP Sports Writer, 10/25/2002 07:44 PM EST)

Bonds Hopes to Bring Trophy Home
The sterling silver trophy, created by Tiffany and Co. and standing two feet tall, arrived at Edison Field early Friday. A little more polishing, and it'd be all set for presentation.
( BEN WALKER, AP Baseball Writer, 10/25/2002 06:47 PM EST)

Game 5 Rating Headed to Record Low
A blowout in Game 5 of the World Series produced another huge dropoff in television ratings.
( RONALD BLUM, AP Sports Writer, 10/25/2002 06:15 PM EST)

Angels Take a Day Off to Gear Up
An optional workout became a day off for the Anaheim Angels, who really don't need much batting practice with the way they're hitting.
( JOHN NADEL, AP Sports Writer, 10/25/2002 06:03 PM EST)

Lofton Sparks Giants to Series Lead
Kenny Lofton accepts slumps as a part of baseball that every player must go through and get over - hopefully in a hurry.
( JANIE McCAULEY, AP Sports Writer, 10/25/2002 06:03 PM EST)

Lackey Ready for Game 7 if Necessary
If Ramon Ortiz's sore right wrist prevents him from starting a seventh game in the World Series on Sunday, the Anaheim Angels might turn to rookie John Lackey.
( RONALD BLUM, AP Sports Writer, 10/25/2002 05:36 PM EST)

Appier Looks to Rebound From Game 2
Kevin Appier doesn't plan to change much for the biggest game of his career.
( JOSH DUBOW, AP Sports Writer, 10/25/2002 04:45 PM EST)

Series Generating New Angels Fans
Marque Royston had never been to a baseball game. Then, the Anaheim Angels started winning, defeating the New York Yankees and Minnesota Twins to get to the World Series.
( CHELSEA J. CARTER, Associated Press Writer, 10/25/2002 04:42 PM EST)

Fredi Gonzalez Talks With Indians
Fredi Gonzalez interviewed with the Cleveland Indians for their managing job Friday. He's the only candidate from outside the organization.
( 10/25/2002 04:26 PM EST)

Japanese Series in League of Own
The World Series has ThunderStix and the Rally Monkey. The Japan Series has dried squid and happi coats.
( JIM ARMSTRONG, Associated Press Writer, 10/25/2002 01:04 PM EST)

Baseball Today
San Francisco at Anaheim (7:58 p.m. EDT). The Giants are a victory away from their first World Series victory since 1954.
( The Associated Press, 10/25/2002 07:49 AM EST)

Source: Piniella to manage D-Rays
With his choices quickly running out, Lou Piniella has decided to return home and manage the Tampa Bay Devil Rays.
( JOSH DUBOW, AP Sports Writer, 10/25/2002 05:24 AM EST)

Schmidt Removed One Out From Win
Jason Schmidt was cruising to his second win of the World Series when everything suddenly came apart in the fifth inning.
( JOSH DUBOW, AP Sports Writer, 10/25/2002 05:23 AM EST)

Angels' Washburn Dreadful in Game 5
Maybe the Anaheim Angels should just begin with their bullpen.
( JOHN NADEL, AP Sports Writer, 10/25/2002 05:21 AM EST)

Kent Powers Giants to the Brink
Jeff Kent never stops to admire his homers. He made no exception for the two home runs that propelled the Giants to the brink of a World Series championship in perhaps his last home game in San Francisco.
( GREG BEACHAM, AP Sports Writer, 10/25/2002 05:20 AM EST)

Baker's Bat Boy Son Escapes Injury
Dusty Baker had barely reached his office when his phone started ringing.
( JANIE McCAULEY, AP Sports Writer, 10/25/2002 05:19 AM EST)

Santiago Makes Angels Pay
Benito Santiago is the enforcer. Pitch around Barry Bonds, and he shows you up.
( RONALD BLUM, AP Sports Writer, 10/25/2002 12:44 AM EST)