The battle for the best franchise ever

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Detroit Tigers	3	2	2	1	0	0	0	0	1	9	14	1
New York Yankees	1	2	0	0	4	3	0	0	X	10	10	0

Yankees lead series 1-0

Detroit surged out to an 8-3 lead, but the Yankees scored seven runs in the 5th and 6th for a comeback victory.

Tampa Bay Rays	0	1	0	0	0	0	1	0	0	2	7	1
Hartford Whalers	0	2	0	2	2	1	1	6	X	14	11	2

Whalers lead series 1-0

Hartford had an easy time of it as Jon Fleming pitched the Yankees to victory.

Las Vegas Aces	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	2	6	1
Pittsburgh Pirates	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	3	4	3	0

Pirates lead series 1-0

Las Vegas seemed to be headed to victory, but a two-out bottom of the 9th three run homer by Matt Anderson gave Pittsburgh a dramatic victory.

Carolina Storm	0	0	0	1	0	0	0	0	0	1	1	1
New York Mets	0	1	3	0	2	1	0	0	X	7	14	0

Mets lead series 1-0

Jose Uribes pitched beautifully in leading the Mets to an easy victory.

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Detroit Tigers	0	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	2	6	0
New York Yankees	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	1	3	8	0

Yankees lead series 2-0

Tampa Bay Rays	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	0	0	1	8	1
Hartford Whalers	1	2	0	2	0	0	0	0	X	5	7	0

Whalers lead series 2-0
When Brennan Lane is on the mound, the Whalers don't lose. Lane pitched the Whalers to a win.

Las Vegas Aces	0	0	0	0	0	0	2	0	0	1	0	0	3	4	0
Pittsburgh Pirates	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	1	1	0	1	4	10	1

Pirates lead series 2-0
The Aces blew late leads for the second game in a row.

Carolina Storm	0	2	2	0	0	0	1	2	0	7	11	1
New York Mets	1	0	0	0	0	1	1	2	1	6	12	0

Series tied 1-1
A disappointing loss for the Mets as they rally, but fall just short.

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New York Yankees	0	0	2	0	0	0	0	1	3	6	10	1
Detroit Tigers	3	2	1	0	7	0	0	0	X	13	18	0

Yankees lead series 2-1
The Tigers pummelled the Yankees pitching staff to get back into the series.

Hartford Whalers	0	2	0	0	6	0	0	0	0	8	6	1
Tampa Bay Rays	0	0	0	0	1	0	0	1	0	2	7	0

Whalers lead series 3-0
Goto held the Rays down as the Whale takes a commanding series lead.

Pittsburgh Pirates	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	5	2
Las Vegas Aces	0	2	0	1	0	0	4	1	X	8	13	1

Pirates lead series 2-1
Roy Hamilton shuts out Pittsburgh as Las Vegas gets on the board in the series.

New York Mets	0	1	0	0	0	0	3	1	1	6	7	0
Carolina Storm	0	1	0	0	3	0	0	1	0	5	10	0

Mets lead series 2-1
The Storm is giving the Mets all they can handle as the Mets eke out the victory in the 9th inning.

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New York Yankees	0	1	0	0	0	0	0	1	2	0	0	4	10	0
Detroit Tigers	0	0	3	0	0	0	1	0	0	0	1	5	11	0

Series tied 2-2
The Yankees rally to force extra innings, but Detroit scores in the 11th to tie the series.

Hartford Whalers	0	0	0	0	0	3	0	10	0	0	13	12	1
Tampa Bay Rays	2	3	2	3	0	1	0	0	2	1	14	18	3

Whalers lead series 3-1
The Whalers scored 10 in the 8th to rally from a 10-0 defecit, but the Rays put together a rally of their own to force Game 5.

Pittsburgh Pirates	0	0	2	0	0	1	0	0	0	3	5	0
Las Vegas Aces	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	2	7	0

Pirates lead series 3-1

New York Mets	0	1	0	0	0	1	0	0	0	2	8	0
Carolina Storm	0	0	1	1	0	0	0	1	X	3	4	1

Series tied 2-2
This victory has the Storm thinking that there's a possibility of a big first round upset.

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New York Yankees	1	0	0	0	0	1	0	1	0	3	7	0
Detroit Tigers	0	1	3	0	1	0	4	0	X	9	11	2

Tigers lead series 3-2
Detroit is on the verge on defeating the Yankees for the 2nd year in a row.

Hartford Whalers	0	2	0	0	0	0	0	2	0	4	7	0
Tampa Bay Rays	0	0	0	0	1	0	0	0	0	1	2	0

Whalers win series 4-1
Brennan Lane earns his second victory of the series as the Whalers advance to the ALCS, as expected.

Pittsburgh Pirates	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	2	6	0
Las Vegas Aces	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	2	1

Pirates win series 4-1
The Pirates close out the Aces to advance to the NLCS.

New York Mets	1	0	0	0	0	1	0	1	1	0	0	1	5	10	1
Carolina Storm	0	0	0	3	0	0	0	0	1	0	0	0	4	11	1

Mets lead series 3-2
The Mets struggle to win Game 5 in 12 innings, although this Carolina team is showing a lot of heart.

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Detroit Tigers	0	1	0	4	0	0	0	0	0	5	11	0
New York Yankees	3	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	3	5	1

Tigers win series 4-2
The Yankees' season has ended at the hands of the Tigers again. In many ways, this game was a microcosm of the entire series. The Yankees led early, but the Tigers dominated when it mattered.

Carolina Storm	0	1	0	1	0	1	1	0	0	4	6	2
New York Mets	0	2	2	1	1	0	2	0	X	8	10	0

Mets win series 4-2
It was a struggle, but the Mets were able to close out Carolina to advance to the NLCS vs. the Pirates.

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This season is looking a lot like last year. We have the same exact matchups in the ALCS and NLCS: Detroit vs. Hartford and Pittsburgh vs. New York. The Tigers and Pirates are hoping that the outcomes are different this year.

Detroit Tigers vs. Hartford Whalers

Detroit Tigers	2	1	0	0	0	1	5	0	0	9	12	0
Hartford Whalers	0	0	0	2	0	1	5	0	0	8	9	1

Detroit Tigers	0	2	0	2	2	0	0	3	1	10	15	2
Hartford Whalers	3	2	0	2	1	0	2	2	X	12	13	0

Hartford Whalers	3	0	0	0	0	1	0	3	0	7	10	0
Detroit Tigers	0	1	0	0	2	4	0	0	3	10	11	0

Hartford Whalers	2	0	0	0	2	1	0	4	0	9	15	0
Detroit Tigers	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	3	0

Hartford Whalers	2	0	0	0	0	0	2	2	0	0	6	8	0
Detroit Tigers	3	0	0	0	0	0	0	3	0	1	7	13	0

Detroit Tigers	0	0	0	1	3	1	3	0	0	8	11	1
Hartford Whalers	0	0	3	0	2	0	0	1	0	6	8	1

Detroit wins series 4-2


Pittsburgh Pirates vs. New York Mets

Pittsburgh Pirates	0	7	0	2	0	0	0	1	0	10	11	0
New York Mets	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	4	1	6	8	0

Pittsburgh Pirates	0	1	0	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	2	4	10	0
New York Mets	0	0	0	1	0	0	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	2	8	2

New York Mets	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	7	1
Pittsburgh Pirates	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	X	1	4	0

New York Mets	3	0	0	1	2	3	0	0	0	9	13	0
Pittsburgh Pirates	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	0	0	1	7	1

New York Mets	1	2	0	0	0	1	0	1	0	5	13	0
Pittsburgh Pirates	2	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	3	7	2

Pittsburgh Pirates	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	2	2	5	0
New York Mets	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	6	1

Pittsburgh wins series 4-2

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In a pair of shocking upsets, the 2117 Fall Classic will feature the Pittsburgh Pirates vs. the Detroit Tigers. The defending champion Hartford Whalers were sent packing, and the New York Mets came up short in the playoffs yet again. But that's what happens in the playoffs, where virtually anything can happen. This is the 2nd pennant for the Pirates, and the 1st for the Tigers. Both teams are going for their first World Championship.

Game 1

Pittsburgh Pirates	0	0	0	0	2	1	0	0	0	3	3	0
Detroit Tigers	0	0	2	0	0	0	0	1	1	4	10	2

Game 2

Pittsburgh Pirates	0	2	0	0	1	1	0	1	0	5	8	1
Detroit Tigers	1	0	0	0	0	1	2	0	0	4	12	0

Game 3

Detroit Tigers	0	0	0	0	0	0	2	0	0	2	5	1
Pittsburgh Pirates	0	0	1	1	0	0	0	2	X	4	10	0

Game 4

Detroit Tigers	3	0	1	0	0	0	0	0	8	12	13	1
Pittsburgh Pirates	1	0	0	0	0	0	1	3	0	5	11	0

Game 5

Detroit Tigers	2	1	0	1	0	1	0	0	0	5	11	0
Pittsburgh Pirates	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	2	2	6	0

Game 6

Pittsburgh Pirates	0	0	1	3	0	0	0	1	1	6	5	1
Detroit Tigers	0	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	4	0

Game 7

Pittsburgh Pirates	0	1	0	0	0	0	1	0	0	2	7	1
Detroit Tigers	4	0	0	0	0	0	4	1	X	9	9	1

Detroit wins series 4-3

2117 World Series Champions: Detroit Tigers

The Detroit Tigers have won their first World Series Championship. In doing so, they have extended the American League's amazing string of World Series victories to 12.


Wednesday, October 27th, 2117: Tigers Win World Series Crown
"It was two outs in the last inning of the 2117 World Series and my heart was pounding. When the last out was made, a grand feeling came over me. We were the champs for today and forever. We were the champions." That is how the Detroit manager described his feelings to reporters after the game. "This is the goal. This is the pinnacle of success. This is why we play the game."

The Detroit Tigers won their 1st league championship with a 9-2 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates at Comerica Park. During the season the new champs compiled a 106-56 record in the American League and finished in third place in the standings. They triumphed over the Pirates 4 games to 3.

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Points after 17 seasons

Anaheim Angels 50
Arizona Diamondbacks 425
Atlanta Braves 180
Baltimore Orioles 90
Boston Red Sox 450
Carolina Storm 50
Chicago Cubs 40
Chicago White Sox 150
Cincinnati Reds 50
Cleveland Indians 695
Colorado Rockies 115
Detroit Tigers 280
Florida Marlins 0
Hartford Whalers 350
Houston Astros 370
Kansas City Royals 160
Las Vegas Aces 270
Los Angeles Dodgers 275
Milwaukee Brewers 150
Minnesota Twins 160
Montreal Expos 0
New Orleans Jazz 0
New York Mets 800
New York Yankees 600
Oakland Athletics 90
Philadelphia Phillies 155
Pittsburgh Pirates 330
Portland Pilots 0
San Antonio Roadrunners 55
San Diego Padres 50
San Francisco Giants 180
Seattle Mariners 320
St. Louis Cardinals 150
Tampa Bay Rays 295
Texas Rangers 150
Toronto Blue Jays 120
Washington Nationals 220

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Tuesday, November 9th, 2117: National League Top Rookie Named
Francisco Méndez, right fielder of San Francisco, was the cream of the freshman crop in the National League and today he received the 2117 Newcomer of the Year Award.

He played in 150 games, compiling a .308 batting average with 132 hits, 21 home runs, 85 walks and a .428 on-base percentage. Méndez also chipped in 72 RBIs and scored 73 times.


Tuesday, November 9th, 2117: Cortéz Is AL's Top Rookie
This year's outstanding rookie has been chosen and the honor goes to Detroit right fielder Luis Cortéz. He received the 2117 American League Newcomer of the Year Award for his consistent play and solid numbers.

He finished the regular season with a .309 batting average, 39 doubles, 8 triples and 43 home runs. The 26-year-old Cortéz also had 140 RBIs and scored 128 times.


Wednesday, November 10th, 2117: New York Hurler Wins NL Outstanding Pitcher Award
The New York Mets have a rising superstar or maybe even a budding Hall-of-Famer in the making.
It's José Uribes, this year's National League Outstanding Pitcher Award selection. This blossoming hurler wowed fans, peers and sportswriters with a fabulous performance. He has won this award for the 2nd time.

Uribes compiled a 26-3 record in 34 starts, tallied 212 strikeouts in 239.1 innings and recorded a 1.92 ERA. Other clubs managed only a .181 batting average against him.


Wednesday, November 10th, 2117: Hartford Pitcher Racks Up Outstanding Pitcher Award
This past season was very special for Brennan Lane of the Hartford Whalers. He picked up 30 wins against only 1 loss and was chosen the winner of the 2117 American League Outstanding Pitcher Award. It's the 8th time that he has won this award.

The 34-year-old Whalers ace fashioned a fine 1.48 ERA in 35 starts. He threw 262 innings, gave up 158 hits, 35 walks and held opponents to a .171 average.


Thursday, November 11th, 2117: Kirby Selected NL's #1 Batter
Mike Kirby has been around Major League Baseball enough to know a good hot streak when he sees one -- and he got to see one firsthand all year. For his standout run through the 2117 season, he's taking home the Outstanding Hitter Award in the National League. He has won the MVP award for the 4th time in his career

The Chicago first baseman put up a batting average of .341 with 32 doubles, 3 triples, 50 home runs and 131 RBIs.


Thursday, November 11th, 2117: AL's Top Hitter for 2117 Named
Portland's Jim McRorie put the wraps on a fine campaign today by winning the 2117 American League Outstanding Hitter Award.

He scorched the opposition with a .343 average, picking up 173 hits, 31 doubles, 1 triple, 42 home runs and 114 RBIs, while scoring 124 runs, in what many would say has been one of the better seasons of the veteran's career.

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Tuesday, November 30th, 2117: Star MR Taylor Settles on New York
Feedback was positive in New York today as the club announced an agreement with reliever Jeff Taylor, one of the league's marquee players.

In 377 appearances Taylor boasts a 16-18 career record with a 4.18 ERA. He has been credited with a save 6 times and opponents have a batting average of .251 against him.

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Tuesday, December 7th, 2117: Star MR Signs Extension with Hartford
Happy times in Hartford as the Whalers and star reliever Nick Payton put the finishing touches on a $7,231,200 contract extension that will keep the 25-year-old in town 2 years longer.

The signing is great news for Hartford because players of this caliber are hard to come by.

In his career Payton has made 164 appearances with a 16-3 record and tossed 212 innings with 218 strikeouts. Batters have hit .207 against him, his lifetime ERA stands at 2.29 and he has accumulated 10 saves.


Thursday, December 9th, 2117: Muñóz Signs for 4 years
Hartford fans celebrated as word of a signing became reality. Javier Muñóz won't be pulling up stakes anytime soon, as he has signed a 4-year extension at a pay rate of $15,260,000 per annum.

Since he is widely seen as an integral part of the club, Hartford officials had to keep Muñóz from jumping ship.

Muñóz has a .278 career batting average and has hit a total of 209 home runs.

Saturday, January 1st, 2118: Mathews Among Greats in MLB HOF
The Major League Baseball Hall of Fame honors those players who are the best at their position, those special individuals whose skills make them unforgettable in the eyes of baseball fans everywhere. Another such player was recognized today, as center fielder Adrian Mathews was enshrined at his induction ceremony.

There was no mistaking the look of pride on Adrian Mathews's face as he saw his statue for the first time and the plaque recounting the many accomplishments over his 1991-game career. Mathews played until he was 38 and had a lifetime .307 batting average with 479 home runs. Baseball's newest Hall of Famer batted in 1395 runs and scored 1474 times.

Fans of all ages watched in appreciation as Mathews blinked back tears. "I really don't know what to say during such an enormous moment," he managed to finally say, "because words cannot describe all the feelings and thoughts running through my head. The love and appreciation from all my fellow players and all of the fans out there has been overwhelming, but I would not be here today without the love and support of my family. My greatest thanks goes to them."


Thursday, January 13th, 2118: Veteran MR Langille Settles on Whalers
Talk of a deal between Hartford and Robby Langille came together today as the two sides inked a deal worth $17,360,000 over 2 years.

Langille is highly regarded around Major League Baseball for his talents and is expected to add that extra spark to the Whalers roster.

In his career Langille has compiled a 59-34 mark in 806 games with 907 strikeouts and 395 walks in 894.1 innings. He has been credited with 126 saves and has a 3.17 ERA.


Sunday, January 16th, 2118: SS Carlson Agrees to New Pact with Yankees
The New York Yankees have called a press conference later today to announce the signing of shortstop Joe Carlson to a 5-year, $126,630,000 contract.

Both Carlson and the Yankees are said to be very pleased to come to this agreement.

His career stats show that Carlson has batted .276 and connected for 47 home runs.


Monday, January 17th, 2118: New York, Veteran Gardner Sign Deal
Robert Gardner probably doesn't have his best years ahead of him, but he will surely contribute a lot to the Mets effort.

New York locked him up for an additional 2 years at a rate of $3,750,000 per.

Thus far in his career Gardner has 78 saves with a 65-54 record and a 3.35 ERA.

Monday, January 24th, 2118: Superstar García Signs with Hartford
Sportswriters questioned the wisdom of the freshly signed pact between Sergio García and Hartford today. The deal, set at a $120,880,000 price tag, will run for 4 years.

On the face of it, all is well, though insiders say there could be repercussions in the clubhouse if García starts running his mouth as he has been known to in the past.

In his career García has played in 1378 games with a .292 batting average. Among his 1395 hits are 115 doubles, 32 triples and 285 home runs. He also has scored 1041 runs and driven in 824 runs.


Tuesday, January 25th, 2118: 2B Jack Montgomery, New York Agree to Pact
Rumors of a deal between Jack Montgomery and New York finally bore fruit today as the two sides faced a packed press corps. Mets officials looked very pleased as they outlined the terms of the new deal.

Montgomery will earn $31,450,000 per year for 5 years, and is expected to make a solid addition to his new club.

Montgomery is batting .301 lifetime with 1390 hits, 294 doubles, 25 triples, 272 home runs, 948 RBIs to date. He has also scored 786 runs.


Wednesday, January 26th, 2118: Veteran Wooten, New York Complete Deal
Team insiders were tight-lipped prior to today's deal that brought 39-year-old first baseman Mike Wooten to New York.

Wooten is considered one of the league's A-list players and certainly will enhance any chances the Mets have to win a playoff spot this year.

Wooten has a career .346 batting average and .433 on-base percentage. He has recorded 3612 hits with 629 doubles, 51 triples, 886 homers, 2409 RBIs and scored 2075 runs since coming into the league.


Monday, January 31st, 2118: C Dunn Agrees to $18,440,000 Yearly Deal with Yankees
The Yankees and Mike Dunn reached an accord earlier today which brings the catcher to town for 3 years.

Dunn will pocket $55,320,000 total and is widely expected to contribute significantly to the club's playoff drive.

For his career Dunn has hit at a .280 clip. Among his lifetime numbers are 859 hits, 171 doubles, 13 triples, 95 home runs and 391 RBIs.


Tuesday, February 8th, 2118: New York: LF García Coming to Town
Sportswriters, fans and team officials watched today as 35-year-old left fielder Frank García committed to a $86,460,000, 3-year deal with the New York Yankees organization.

Some openly worry that despite his talent, García is too old to get it done anymore and that his value to the club will sharply diminish before the 3-year agreement has run its course.

García's career batting average stands at .326, and he has 417 home runs.


Sunday, February 13th, 2118: Whalers Announce Deal for Veteran C
Even though they see him as a greedy tongue-wager, Hartford fans were nonetheless relieved that Jesús Padilla inked a deal with the organization today. There's no disputing his talent and there's no doubt that he's worth a pretty penny, although maybe not the $26,520,000 offered to him.

Padilla has registered a career batting average of .278 with 1621 hits, 230 homers and 893 RBIs.


Thursday, March 10th, 2118: Sims Agrees to 5-Year, $14,900,000 Deal With Yankees
Sportswriters questioned the wisdom of the freshly signed pact between Mike Sims and New York today. The deal, set at a $14,900,000 price tag, will run for 5 years.

On the face of it, all is well, though insiders say there could be repercussions in the clubhouse if Sims starts running his mouth as he has been known to in the past.

In his career Sims has racked up 1219 hits with a .286 average and .332 on-base percentage. His numbers include 228 doubles, 23 triples and 199 home runs, along with 575 runs scored and 696 RBIs.


Friday, March 11th, 2118: RF Smith Inks $2,500,000 Deal with Hartford
Team insiders were tight-lipped prior to today's deal that brought 40-year-old right fielder Bob Smith to Hartford.

Smith is considered one of the league's A-list players and certainly will enhance any chances the Whalers have to win a playoff spot this year.

His career numbers show Smith is currently carrying a .286 lifetime batting average with 230 home runs and 979 RBIs.

Sunday, March 13th, 2118: Done Deal! José Canó Will Play in Hartford
BNN has learned that Hartford and right fielder José Canó have reached an agreement worth $5,130,000 for 3 years.

For his career Canó has batted .269 and hit 179 home runs.


Sunday, March 13th, 2118: Mets, Veteran Holcomb Agree to Terms
Media analysts hailed New York's signing of Fred Holcomb, one of Major League Baseball's brightest stars, as a pivotal move.

While the deal is certain to raise a few eyebrows, Holcomb is expected to earn every bit of the $7,150,000 promised him over 1 year.

Since making his debut, Holcomb has accounted for 278 saves. In 545 games, he has a 37-32 won-lost mark with 701 strikeouts in 607 innings.


Sunday, March 13th, 2118: Barrida Finalizes Contract Extension with New York
Gerardo Barrida inked a deal that will keep the seasoned veteran on the Mets roster another 2 years. Earlier today team personnel announced that the 37-year-old had settled on a $5,580,000-a-year deal to play at Citi Field.

It's no secret Barrida is getting older, but he could still contribute a lot to the franchise.

Lifetime Barrida has hit .282 with 1847 hits, 210 home runs, 1018 RBIs and scored 892 runs.

Wednesday, March 16th, 2118: Fleming Extends Deal with Hartford
Opting to stay with what he knows, Jon Fleming signed an extension with the Whalers earlier today that will keep the 30-year-old in a Hartford uniform for at least 5 years longer.

Fleming is poised to earn $10,840,000 per year and is loved by diehards for his loyalty to the organization.

In his career Fleming has 162 victories and 86 defeats with a 3.39 ERA.


Wednesday, March 23rd, 2118: Big Deal Keeps Smith in Hartford
Team officials were upbeat today as Bob Smith signed an extension with the Whalers. He'll be calling Hartford home for the next 1 year and will earn $7,330,000 in salary by the end of the contract.

Lifetime Smith is hitting .286 with 2348 hits, 230 home runs, 1623 runs scored and 979 RBIs.


Friday, April 1st, 2118: MR Garrett Opts for Extension
A $2,840,000 package keeping Artie Garrett a member of the Mets has been accepted by the player and his agent. Garrett will earn $1,420,000 annually over the next 2 years.

Garrett has appeared in 554 games in his career, tossing 619 innings with 496 strikeouts. He has rung up a 27-43 record and a 3.49 ERA and has been credited with 154 saves.


Saturday, April 2nd, 2118: Barber Happy to Stay with Hartford
BNN has confirmed that the Whalers and Daniel Barber have come to terms on a $57,420,000 package that will keep the left fielder in town another 3 years.

Team officials are set to confirm the deal at a mid-morning press conference tomorrow.

Lifetime Barber has played in 1327 games with a .272 batting average. Among his 1237 hits are 304 doubles, 66 triples and 103 home runs. He also has scored 874 runs and driven in 484 runs.

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Tuesday, April 12th, 2118: New York Re-Signs MacAndeoir to Extension
The latest news from the BNN reporters following the New York Yankees is that an agreement has been reached with Eddie MacAndeoir to continue as their second baseman for another 3 years.

MacAndeoir currently has a .294 batting average with 5 hits, 0 homers, 1 RBIs, 5 runs scored and a .478 OBP.

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Wednesday, April 13th, 2118: Lane Holds Wings ScorelessThe Wings tried, but could not solve Hartford's Brennan Lane, falling to the Whalers 1-0. Buffalo managed only 2 hits off Lane, who kept opposing hitters guessing all day. In a strong route-going performance he had 16 strikeouts and walked 0.

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Saturday, April 16th, 2118: García Pounds HR #500
New York's outstanding right fielder Wilson "Ice Cream" García joined the 500 home run club today at Circuit City Stadium with a booming blast in the Yankees win over the Wings. They topped Buffalo 9-6.

On his milestone day García had 2 hits in 3 at-bats with 3 RBI and 3 runs scored.

Tongue-in-cheek he told the press, "Don't tell me when I get close to the next milestone. Just tell me after I reach it. It will be easier to hit that way."

His all-time numbers show García is carrying a .314 career batting average with 501 home runs and 1444 RBIs.

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Monday, April 18th, 2118: García Honored by American League
Veteran Sergio García had a great week at the plate for the Whalers to capture the majority of votes for Player of the Week in the American League.

The 33-year-old Hartford center fielder built a .500 average on the strength of 13 hits in 26 at-bats, 3 home runs and 10 RBIs.

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Friday, April 22nd, 2118: Shimizu Is Pitcher of Perfection
"I'm still completely stunned," Sadao Shimizu told reporters as they sat next to Shimizu's locker after today's 1-0 win by Pittsburgh. "Throwing a perfect game. It just doesn't seem real! I got all 27 outs in a row."

Shimizu was an unstoppable force on the hill today as he fanned 8 Colorado hitters and walked none en route to perfection.

"I had the best control of my life today," Shimizu said. "The whole game was effortless." He quipped, "I never knew throwing a perfect game would be so easy."

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Saturday, April 23rd, 2118: Lane on Fire, Strikes out 15 Royals
The Hartford Whalers were victorious over the Kansas City Royals today 2-0 at XL Field in Hartford after getting an outstanding performance from starting pitcher Brennan Lane. The 35-year-old Lane brought his top game to the mound, striking out 15 batters while allowing 2 hits and 2 walks.

"He made a lot of good pitches out there," the Kansas City manager said. "He made some of our guys look bad. We didn't help matters by swinging at everything, but we really have to give him credit -- he didn't make many mistakes."

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Sunday, April 24th, 2118: Big Deal: Keller for RosaAfter putting the finishing touches on a blockbuster deal, the New York Mets and New York Yankees toasted their success earlier today. The deal involves 37-year old starting pitcher Alfonso Rosa, who joined the Mets in exchange for 34-year old center fielder Mike Keller.

On the season, Keller is batting .276 with no home runs and 4 RBIs. He has played in 15 games.

In his career Rosa has a 231-110 won-lost record with a 3.63 ERA.

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Thursday, April 28th, 2118: Lane Pitches Hartford to Shutout Win
Brennan Lane shut 'em down and shut 'em out, hurling Hartford past New York 3-0 in a complete game victory.

He told BNN sportswriters in the postgame interview, "This is a game of adjustments and I made some good ones in this game."

Lane held the New York Yankees without a run, tossing a 3-hitter while walking 0 and fanning 5.

In 5 starts this season, Lane has picked up 5 wins while suffering no losses. He has pitched 43 innings, allowed 14 hits, struck out 64 and posted a 0.63 ERA.