Altobelli’s Orioles claim World Series glory in five games
Baltimore’s platoon baseball approach, led by Gen. Altobelli, toppled Philadelphia in five games. Eddie Murray enjoyed a storied series with two homers and a .385 average, while Scott McGregor’s five hit shutout highlighted a 1.60 ERA.
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Devil's Bag wins Champagne in stakes record time at Belmont Park
Unbeaten Devil's Bag led from the start to capture the 237000 Champagne stakes at Belmont Park in 1 34 1 5, six lengths ahead of Dr Carter. Jockey Eddie Maple rode the Hickory Tree Stable colt as Hall of Fame trainer Woody Stephens praised him as one of the best 2-year-olds. The Maryland bred Halo colt earned 142200, lifting his total to 216870 and paying 260 used.
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Rams Rally Past Falcons In Narrow 27-21 Win
Los Angeles Rams outlasted the Atlanta Falcons 27-21 at Anaheim Stadium to stay atop the NFC West with a 5-2 record. Vince Ferragamo threw a 2 yard TD pass to Mike Guman with 17 seconds left after a 57 yard drive, and Dickerson was held to 64 rushing yards. Falcons coach Dan Henning said his team played hard despite the loss, dropping to 2-5.
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Redskins visit Packers in showdown of weak defense
Washington's high powered offense hits Lambeau Field to face Green Bay as Bart Starr's squad, plagued by injuries, aims to slow Joe Theismann and a 5 1 Redskins team that has averaged 356 2 yards per game and committed only four turnovers this season. The Redskins quarterback notes the value of understanding coach Joe Gibbs system to avoid mistakes.
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