Cubs Top Phillies to Seize NL East Lead in 5-4 Finish
The Cubs won 5-4 over Philadelphia, moving one game ahead in the NL East as Jody Davis delivered a ninth inning sacrifice fly for the decisive run. Henry Cotto doubled to start the bottom of the frame and Ryne Sandberg drew a walk, with Phillies reliever Al Holland charged with the final miscue. Carlton took a no-decision after Moreland homered in the sixth.
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Hoyt Wins Complete Game To Lift White Sox Over Red Sox
LaMarr Hoyt pitched his first complete game this season, allowing seven hits and one walk while striking out four in a 5-3 Chicago victory over Boston. Ron Kittle drove in three runs with a third inning homer, and Carlton Fisk hit his 13th homer as Hoyt snapped a three-game losing streak and earned his 11th win. Fisk achieved his 1,500th career hit, becoming the 14th catcher to reach the milestone, as the White Sox improved behind Hoyt’s fastball usage and late-breaking pitches.
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Tennis Tryouts Set for Aiken High Girls Team
Aiken High announces tryouts for grades 7 through 12 with a noon meeting in the gym on Thursday. Birth certificates must be presented. The Aiken County Recreation Department offers four week tennis lessons starting Monday for children and adults at specific morning and evening times with a $10 fee. Registration is at the Aiken County Recreation and Swim Center formerly Gregg-Graniteville center.
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Augusta Rifle Meeting Set for August 7 at Armory
Augusta Shooting Sports Association of the National Rifle Association will hold a meeting on Tuesday August 7 at 8 p.m. at the National Guard Armory on Milledge Road. Interested persons are invited to attend.
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Murphy Delivers 26th Homers To Lift Braves Over Astros
Murphy's 26th homer in the eighth inning gave Atlanta a 6-5 win at Houston, completing a strong road trip as the Braves pursue San Diego in the NL West race. Torre praised the road-series wins, while Lillis credited Murphy's powerful swing that broke a 5-5 tie after Houston's early lead.
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