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Soriano Sparks Cubbies' Rally

Six run seventh ruins strong outing by Arizona rookie

By Mike Buss, Newser Staff

Posted May 10, 2008 7:58 PM CDT

(Newser) – Alfonso Soriano had four hits, including a go-ahead double in a six-run seventh inning, and showed some flair on the bases to help the Cubs beat Arizona 7-2. Kosuke Fukudome's first homer since opening day capped the seventh-inning rally as the Cubs won their second... Read full story »

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