Death claims Gil Hodges in Florida on Easter Sunday
Longtime baseball star Gil Hodges, 47, died in West Palm Beach after collapsing outside a hotel. He spent 11 seasons with Brooklyn Dodgers, later played for the Los Angeles club, and managed the Washington Senators after his playing career. Teammates recall a jovial figure who shared a golf outing with Ed Yost, Rube Walker, Joe Pignatano, and Jack Sanford.
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Everglades Derby Upset Seals Victory for Head of the River
Head of the River, ridden by Mike Hole, wins the Everglades at Hialeah in 1:49 4-5 by a neck over Hold Your Peace. Riva Ridge, Turcotte aboard, tires and finishes fourth as Kentucky Derby talk grows for No Le Hace and Solar Salute.
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Basketball Playoff Standings and Results Summary
Western Conference action sees Milwaukee 122 top Golden State 94 to lead 2-1 in the series. Eastern results show Boston 136 over Atlanta 113, 2-1, and New York 110 over Baltimore 88 to tie 1-1. Los Angeles 108 over Chicago 101 gives L A a 3-0 lead.
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Standings Summary from Pro Hockey Final AP Standings
The Associated Press final NHL standings list Boston atop with 119 points and 330 goals for. New York follows with 109 points, 307 goals for, 205 against, while Montreal 108 goals for 205 against and Toronto 80 209 208 round out the top teams.
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