Cardinals Twins Exchange Barbs Ahead of World Series
In Minneapolis Whitey Herzog and Twins players trade barbs over pennant outcomes as the two clubs prepare for Game 1 at the Metrodome. Manager Tom Kelly plans Viola to start for Minnesota with Blyleven in Game 2 and Straker in Game 3.
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Leonard’s bittersweet MVP in NL playoffs
Giants star Jeffrey Leonard earned the MVP honor after a stellar playoff run despite the team’s ouster by the Cardinals. He hit .417 with 10 hits and 22 total bases, tying playoff records while enduring hostile fan heckling in St Louis. The Giants were shut out in the final two games, ending a season marked by Leonard’s four straight playoff homers.
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Clark Status To Be Evaluated For World Series
St Louis slugger Jack Clark will have several at bats in a simulated game at the Metrodome Thursday to determine his availability for the World Series. Whitey Herzog said Clark’s status will be decided after he swings. The Cardinals beat the Giants 6 0 to win the NL pennant in seven games.
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Cardinals rally to claim series and set up World Series showdown
The Cardinals, trailing 2 1 in the series to the Giants, win the final two games to clinch and advance to face the Twins in Game 1 of the World Series. Key players include .286 hitter and 24 RBIs, with relief ace Todd Worrell praising the team’s unsung heroes. Pendleton re injured rib cage and will be evaluated daily.
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