Bonds Still Sitting On No. 713

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SAN FRANCISCO - Barry Bonds has displayed impeccable timing at the plate throughout his decorated career.

Now, everything is lined up just right for him to tie Babe Ruth: The rival Los Angeles Dodgers are coming to town the same day the Giants will throw a belated 75th birthday bash for his godfather, Willie Mays.

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Bonds Still Sitting On No. 713

Bonds remained one home run shy of Ruth's 714, going 0-for-3 with two walks that keyed a pair of rallies in San Francisco's 9-3 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Thursday.

The slugger will resume his pursuit tonight against the Dodgers and Brad Penny, who has allowed three homers to Bonds.

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