A's pound Royals rookie Luke Hochevar in 7-1 win

 
Oakland battered rookie phenom Luke Hochevar just as it did Kansas City's experienced starters the previous two days. [link]

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Nomo cleared from roster for Luke Hochevar

OAKLAND, Calif. | Hideo Nomo's long-shot comeback attempt came to a likely end Sunday morning when he was designated for assignment by the Royals in order to clear roster space for Luke Hochevar.
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Royals designate Nomo

Hideo Nomo's pitching career might be over. The Kansas City Royals have designated the right-hander for assignment to make room for callup Luke Hochevar. Nomo is among the Japanese pioneers in the major leagues. He was trying to make a comeback at the age of 39 after having elbow surgery in 2006.
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Right-hander Luke Hochevar, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2006 First-Year Player Draft, will start for the Royals against the Athletics on Sunday.
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