Sutcliffe Opener Sets NLCS Clash With Padres
In Chicago on ABC, Eric Show will face Rick Sutcliffe as the Cubs meet San Diego in the NLCS opener. Both clubs split their 12-year meetings, with Sutcliffe seeking to rebound after a midseason slump while Show aims to quiet the Cubs as Wrigley Field hosts a potential shootout under favorable weather.
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Tigers Royals Face Challenge in ALCS Start
Detroit aims to repeat strong April start as it meets Kansas City in a best of five ALCS. Detroit set a club record with 35 of 40 wins and claimed the AL East at 104-58. Kansas City rallied from 11 games under .500 to win the AL West at 84-78. Jack Morris starts for Detroit against Kansas City lefty in Kansas City.
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Sparky Anderson
Steve Balboni
Balboni
Jack Morris
Tigers vs Royals edge in tense AL playoff setup
Detroit and Kansas City split regular season battles with strong pitching disparities. Black and Morris faced mixed results against their foes, while Detroit clung to confidence despite home-field quirks and the pressure of a short series. Chet Lemon voiced optimism and rivalry grit.
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Umpires Walkout Threat Looms Over Playoffs
Umpires threaten a strike as negotiations on salaries and post season assignments falter. The union cites pay increases from 39 000 per umpire and a share of TV money and live gate revenue tied to the first three league championship games and the first four World Series games.
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Paul Runge
Major League Baseball Umpires Association
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Umpires’ Union
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Bankers Trust Supports Southeast Tool's Growth and Recovery
In the 1960s Bob Schwartz started Southeast Tool with Bankers Trust financing. A devastating fire destroyed equipment and underinsurance followed. Bankers Trust helped rebuild, proving its commitment to local business since 1948 and earning the nickname Bob Schwartz's hometown bank.
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