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He performs better at Daytona International Arena

Sporting News, The,  June 10, 2005  

Jeff Gordon is the latest celeb to turn in an embarrassing ballpark singing performance, joining the likes of Roseanne, Mike Ditka and Ozzy Osbourne. Last week in Chicago, Gordon told the crowd he was at "Wrigley Stadium," then stammered through "Take Me Out to the Ball Game." As it turns out, the Cubs knew Gordon didn't have it from the start, but they didn't have a better option in relief.

THEY DON'T MOVE LIKE THEY USED TO

The Giants recently unveiled a statue depicting legendary pitcher Juan Marichal. Along with the ones honoring Willie Mays and Willie McCovey, that runs the total of statues outside SBC Park to three. Which will provide nice symmetry once the Giants finally get their Bonds-Grissom-Alou outfield inside the stadium.

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THE FILM WILL BE DONE IN RED CLAYMATON

The movie industry is being overrun with soprts flicks, sequels and remakes. The latest buzz is that a third version of Gone in 60 Seconds is being considered. The plot summary Andre Agassi meets the French Open.

An update on the Runaway Back

Though the Dolphins sound sincere when they say they will welcome back Ricky Williams, the leaguewide perception is Nick Saban is just trying to drum up some trade interest. Well, if you are going to use someone as a smoke screen ...

Pass the hat

Ameriquest is sponsoring a contest in which people who fill out an All-Star ballot online or at a ballpark can win a grand prize that includes a seat at the midsummer classic next to Cal Ripken and Jack Morris. The winner also will receive a one-day, all-access pass to Ameriquest Stadium in Arlington and get "all of the topnotch perks of being an owner." The good news: You get to watch a game in luxury. The bad news: You have to help pick up some of A-Rod's salary.

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