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Going long--or not.(MLB)(Brief Article)(Illustration)

The Sporting News

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GOING LONG--OR NOT 
 
Thanks in part to stadium renovations that changed 
the wind patterns, U.S. Cellular Field was by far 
the majors' most active launching pad last season. 
 
Homer havens 
 
1. U.S. Cellular Field, White Sox   272 
 
   The Sox's retooled offense still 
   has its share of power. 
 
2. Wrigley Field, Cubs              233 
 
   A reliance on the long ball hurt 
   the Cubs' offense in '04. 
 
3. Citizens Bank Park, Phillies     228 
 
   Club has imported sinkerballers 
   to combat the cozy conditions. 
 
4. Coors Field, Rockies             221 
 
   Still the highest-scoring park 
   (12.7 runs per game). 
 
5. Great American Ball Park, Reds   220 
 
   Cincinnati's power-packed ...
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