WASHINGTON —
The federal judge in the perjury trial against former major league pitcher Roger Clemens has excused a third juror, leaving just one alternate as the trial enters its seventh week.
U.S. District Judge Reggie Walton told lawyers Tuesday that the juror won’t be able to return following the death of her mother last week. The juror works in law enforcement with the local public transportation authority in Washington, D.C.
Two jurors previously were dismissed for sleeping.
Clemens, a seven-time Cy Young Award winner, is accused of lying to Congress in 2008 when he denied using steroids or human growth hormone.
Clemens’ lawyers say they will need seven or eight court days to put on their defense, which is expected to start Tuesday.
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May 29, 2012
Judge excuses 3rd juror in Roger Clemens trial
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Gorillas stay alive with 3-1 win over UCO
Matt Hicks/Special to The Globe Pittsburg State shortstop Evan Thomas turns a double play during an MIAA postseason tournament game Thursday.
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Seneca falls to Warrensburg in 10 innings
Brian Shields/Globe Seneca starting pitcher Colton Weber works against Warrensburg during a Class 4 sectional baseball game on Wednesday. Warrensburg beat Seneca 8-5 in 10 innings.
Warrensburg, lifted by a tying two-run seventh inning without a hit, outlasted Seneca 8-5 in 10 innings in the sectional round of the MSHSAA Class 4 baseball playoffs on Wednesday.
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