Reds Open 1981 Season With Tradeoffs and Uncertain First Pitch
Cincinnati prepares for the 1981 opening as the Reds host the Phillies at Riverfront Stadium. Ushers win a 20 percent raise to 17 dollars for five hours and 2.50 for overtime, while players threaten a strike over veterans free agent compensation. Ronald Reagan’s absence and two ex-hostages may attend the ceremony, amid unsettled weather forecasts and past opening-day upheavals.
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Kings target second round after upset of Trail Blazers
Kansas City coach Cotton Fitzsimmons reshapes the lineup after Phil Ford injury guiding the Kings to a 2-1 first round mini series upset of Portland. They face Phoenix in a Western Conference semifinal opener in Phoenix.
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Final Holes Feature Begins at Augusta Masters
The piece opens a four part series on Augusta National final holes at the Masters. It notes the holes have produced many moments and will likely spark more as the tournament continues Sunday. The author asks area golfers for advice on how to play these holes.
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Staying Safe At The 15th At Augusta National
North Augusta pro Russ Flanders says the crucial move at Augusta National’s 15th is to avoid the water. He plans a middle fairway drive and a medium iron to leave 100 to 120 yards to the green, avoiding the water and trees on the approach.
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Watson critics own play as Masters looms at Augusta
Augusta AP Tom Watson voicing frustration with his form ahead of the 45th Masters at Augusta National. He notes no wins this year with $60,214 earnings and three top tens in seven starts, contrasting last season’s two wins and $140,275. He acknowledges a rare slump after four dominant years.
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Promoter Harold Smith Revealed as Fugitive Alias Ross Fields
Harold J. Smith, a boxing promoter who touted Muhammad Ali and faced an embezzlement suit, is revealed to be Ross Fields a fugitive with a long arrest record. Federal officials allege Fields is involved in a $21.3 million Wells Fargo embezzlement probe while Smith's wife is identified under multiple aliases. FBI arrest followed a park confrontation. passport fraud charges and warrants remain.
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