Fairly's 10th inning homer sinks Pirates in Expos win
Ron Fairly delivered a solo homer in the 10th off Nelson Briles to give the Montreal Expos a 3-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates, extending Pittsburgh's losing streak to six. Briles took the loss as Expos and Pirates traded late-game drama in a tense matchup.
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Associated Press
Ron Fairly
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Tom McCraw
Jim Spencer
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Bill Singer
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Arlington
Toby Harrah
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Twins
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Ken Singleton
Cleveland Rallies Past Brewers 2-1 In Pitcher’s Duel
Dick Tidrow pitched eight innings of three hit ball for Cleveland as Milwaukee tied late before Tom Hilgendorf and Jerry Johnson preserved a 2-1 win. Earl Weaver commented on the unbelievable nature of baseball while the Athens Messenger noted relievers in relief roles.
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Earl Weaver
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Cleveland
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Tom Hilgendorf
Jerry Johnson
Brewers
Bobcats Face Bearcats in Cincinnati Nonconference Tilt
Ohio University Bobcats travel to Cincinnati for a nonconference game against the UC Bearcats as MAC play resumes against Bowling Green. Bob Bruno shifts from third base to an outfield spot. Mike Walsh takes the third base role while Bruno recovers from a leg injury. Starting pitchers Jim Bierman Terry Wenger and Dave Paden each throw three innings in the series ahead.
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Bob Makoski
Steve Swisher
Federal Hocking Opens Class A District Baseball at Chillicothe
Federal Hocking faces Manchester in the Class A district tournament opener at Chillicothe Wednesday. Six sectional winners compete. a win sets up a Thursday meeting with Unioto, who has a first round bye, with the Thursday winner advancing to Newark regional play.
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Lancers
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Newark
Chauncey Little League Plans Winter Meeting for Players and Coaches
All boys wishing to play in Chauncey Little League should attend the organizational meeting Wednesday at 6 p.m. at the baseball field. Prospective coaches are also urged to attend. Returning players are asked to bring their uniforms.
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Chauncey Little League
Marietta Open Slo Pitch Softball Tourney Set for May
The ASA sanctioned Marietta Open Memorial Day Slo Pitch Softball Tournament runs May 25 to 28 in Marietta. Entry is 35 dollars with top prizes of 200, 100, and 50 dollar gift certificates plus trophies and a home run leader award. Contact LeRoy Chapman or Larry Allen by May 20.
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Marietta
Time Out Bar Softball Association
LeRoy Chapman
Larry Allen
Islanders Draft Potvin Sure To Lead Islander Picks
Islanders hold the first pick in the NHL draft and are expected to select defenseman Denis Potvin, hailed as the top prospect from the Ontario Hockey Association Junior A. Potvin scored 35 goals and 88 assists this season despite 232 penalty minutes, with the team trading for his brother Jean to sway signing.
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Jean
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Denis
Bulldogs Clinch Title With Win At Meigs
Athens defeats Meigs 4 to 1 to clinch outright the Southeastern Ohio Athletic League baseball title. It finishes the league 7-0 and 14-2 overall, one game ahead of Ironton, with Meigs at 0-6 in the league and 2-7 overall. Les Champlin, Steve Inbody, and Mark Handley contributed key hits as Athens secures the crown after rain delays.
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Marauders
Wellston
Steve Inbody
Bill Chaney
Les Champlin
Champlin
Mark Handley
Handley
Inbody
Mick Ash
Chaney
Dear Dr Bicycle Q and A on bike safety and history
Readers submit questions on sewer grating dangers and handlebars hand positions. Dr Bicycle advises aligning gratings to curb, hand placements, and stopping at blinking red lights, with cautions about under inflated tires and a note on a penny farthing quotation attribution.
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Heaven
Worm Treatment Tips for Faster Results
A SCREAM single page tip suggests using a generous amount of household detergent mixed with warm water to reveal worms in 4 to 5 minutes. Rinse bait in clear water and repeat with a second bucket if needed. Best in damp worm areas after rain or lawn sprinkler soaking.
Girls Softball League Announces Coaching Meeting
Persons wishing to coach or umpire are invited to an organizational meeting for the Girls Softball League. The session is Tuesday at 7 30 p m in the Middle School Cafeteria. Contact Athens City Recreation Office or league director Mrs Rita Gordley for more details.
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Athens City Recreation Office
Rita Gordley
Indians Ownership Restructure Cleared After Wrangling
A secret American League owners meeting approved Cleveland Indians restructuring to a limited partnership after heavy opposition. Nick Mileti pressed the plan amid vociferous dissent led by Jerry Hoffberger of the Orioles, with Californias switch pivotal to reaching the nine vote threshold.
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Nick
Major League Baseball Monday Results in Dozen Matchups
In a slate of games Montreal edged Pittsburgh 3 to 2 in 10 innings while Philadelphia defeated St Louis 10 to 5 and Atlanta beat Houston 7 to 1. San Diego won 7 to 1 over San Francisco. New York was scheduled to visit Chicago in cold weather. Tuesday games featured Christensen facing Wise in St Louis and Koosman set to pitch for New York against Chicago. Montreal met Pittsburgh as Blass opposed Osteen and Gentry led Atlanta against Houston.
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Chicago ushers new aid rules amid Big Ten redshirt debate
Chicago discussion on companion measures to fund aid in year five and revise eligibility standards faces White Resolution review by schools. If Big Ten adopts redshirting it could reward conference coaches who argue for one season benching to groom players within five-year eligibility. NCAA convention earlier set financial aid norms limits.
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Big Ten Officials Meet In Minneapolis On Redshirting
In Minneapolis the Big Ten opens a four day session amid talks on football redshirting and NCAA and USOC reorganizations. Directors and faculty review long range scheduling radio networks and waivers while aiming to curb recruiting abuses and reduce total football tenders per school. The event precedes the 73rd Big Ten Outdoor Track and Field Championships at the University of Minnesota.
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