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Third place not funny: Some might think the ”race” for third place is a joke, but not Essian. The Cubs and the Phillies trailed the Mets by a game and a half going into the season`s final week.
”I`m taking it seriously, playing the big guys and starting (Greg)
Maddux and (Frank) Castillo,” Essian said.
Bell rung: It appears that George Bell`s sprained ankle has ended his season. Bell was to take batting practice Monday, but Essian said he doesn`t expect him to play again.
