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Obama picks money man for Downunder role

When the next United States ambassador to New Zealand, Mark Gilbert, takes up his post he will be the latest beneficiary of an Obama administration trend that alarms US diplomats.

Baseball: Hopefuls impress MLB star at Eden Park

AP Source: Renteria set to become Cubs manager

US baseball giants size up Eden Park

Moves are under way to bring some of Major League Baseball's biggest stars to Auckland for a game at Eden Park.

Cabrera voted top player by big leaguers

Cabrera voted top player by big leaguers

Fire at Felix Hernandez's Seattle-area house

Red Sox, Yankees trios receive qualifying offers

World Series Glance

Tanaka leads Eagles to win over Giants

Baseball: Obstruction call gives Cards game 3 win

Giants beat Eagles 2-0 in Japan Series opener

Tanaka looking to build on success in Japan Series

Baseball: Outstanding 22yo pitcher helps Cardinals beat Red Sox to level World Series

Baseball: Red Sox rout sloppy Cardinals in opener

Farrell: Likely Peavy, then Buchholz in Games 3, 4