Flyers Dominate North Stars 9-1 in NHL rout
The Philadelphia Flyers defeated the Minnesota North Stars 9-1 in a game marked by a catastrophic showing from Minnesota. Ted Harris lamented a team effort as the key factor, while Fred Shero declined to dwell on the outcome. Other NHL results included Sabres 4 Bruins 1 Black Hawks 5 Capitals 4 and Red Wings 6 Rangers 5.
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Vikings fall to Bears as Tarkenton breaks record bid ends
Fran Tarkenton threw for 272 yards to finish 40,421 career passing yards, but the Minnesota Vikings lost 14-13 at Soldier Field to the Chicago Bears amid a windy day. Key miscues by Neil Clabo helped Chicago clinch on a Walter Payton TD drive after a rough punt return.
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Clark Curtis Run Bengals Past Browns 21 6
Boobie Clark rushed 21 times for 100 yards and two touchdowns leading Cincinnati to a 21-6 win over Cleveland. Isaac Curtis continued his usual effectiveness in the Bengals end zone as Cincinnati moved to 6-2, while Cleveland fell to 4-4.
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Curtis sparks Bengals past Browns with 69-yard score
Ken Anderson connected on a 69 yard touchdown to Curtis as Cincinnati built a 14 6 lead in the second quarter. Curtis hauled in 6 passes for 116 yards and 17 career TDs against Cleveland. Greg Pruitt led the Browns with 124 yards in 18 carries but Cleveland settled for field goals. The Bengals host the Rams next Monday while the Browns visit Houston.
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Perfectionist Fitch Not Happy With Win
Cleveland Cavaliers coach Bill Fitch criticized his team after a 106-92 win over the New Orleans Jazz citing 16 turnovers and a lack of killer instinct. The Cavs improved to five wins, led by Bobby Smith with 17 points, while Pete Maravich led the Jazz with 27. Lakers beat Pistons 121-101 and Sonics topped Hawks 126-112.
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Michigan and Ohio State Set for Showdown After Week's Big Wins
Michigan's No. 1 Wolverines crushed Minnesota 45-0 and Ohio State 47-7 over Indiana to forge a first place Big Ten tie. Michigan travels to Purdue then Illinois before facing Ohio State in Columbus. Ohio State hosts Illinois then goes to Minnesota before the finale with Michigan. Bo Schembechler cited Rob Lytle as the key blocker and rusher with 129 yards on 20 carries while Minnesota coach Cal Stoll praised Michigan's defense and offense. Purdue surprised by Michigan State 45-13. Illinois beat Wisconsin 31-25. Iowa toppled Northwestern.
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Longshot Leads Pensacola Open
Gary Wintz holds a one stroke lead over Frank Beard after a rain delayed third round at the Pensacola Open with Wintz at six under par 207. Beard believes any under par score could win as play resumes on Sunday for a $25,000 first prize.
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