Power outage? Home runs down 9 percent (ABC Action News) Power outage? NEW YORK - In the first year of toughened steroid testing, home runs are down in the major leagues for the first time since 2002. Florida Marlins pitcher Todd Jones doesn't think it's a coincidence. He's convinced there's a connection.
Nixon and Millar power Red Sox (Bennington Banner) BOSTON (AP) -- After Manny Ramirez was beaned in the first inning, Trot Nixon and Kevin Millar stepped up to power the offense for the Boston Red Sox.
Power shortage hits major leagues (The Indianapolis Star) Steroid testing could be reason; spring weather, improved pitching also cited. NEW YORK -- In the first year of toughened steroid testing, home runs are down in the major leagues for the first time since 2002.
