Free Agency Intrigues Kent

Jeff Kent said he’s intrigued by the idea of free agency if the San Francisco Giants can’t afford to keep him.

“Based on the comments Peter [Magowan] has made about the team’s financial situation, my chances of coming back are very minimal,” Kent told the Contra Costa Times, referring to the Giants’ owner. “I don’t know what the future holds, but I’m very intrigued with the possibility of becoming a free agent.”

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More tests were scheduled for New York Met pitcher Mark Corey after initial medical results released Saturday gave no indication on why he collapsed earlier this week.

Corey, who admitted that he used marijuana Wednesday night before falling ill in a parking lot outside a hotel near Shea Stadium, was stricken after the Mets’ 6-3 loss to the Atlanta Braves.

The Mets said further tests on Corey should be completed by Monday, when he is scheduled to be examined by a neurologist.

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St. Louis Cardinal outfielder J.D. Drew missed his third consecutive start with tendinitis in his right knee, but the team is hoping he won’t have to go on the disabled list.