Maddox Out for Dodgers Phillies NL Playoff Start
Philadelphia stars Garry Maddox will miss at least the first two NL playoff games with a left knee contusion. If he cannot play, Bake McBride moves to center and either Jerry Martin or Jay Johnstone fills right field as the Phillies and Dodgers open a best of five series with Carlton facing John.
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Philip Marone
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Ozark
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Jay Johnstone
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Cy Young Hopefuls Lead Dodgers and Phillies Battle
The Athens Messenger highlights top contenders for the Cy Young as Dodgers John and Carlton post strong records and ERAs. Dodgers power tops with Garvey, Smith, Cey and Baker all reaching 30 homers while Phillies Luzinski and Schmidt drive offense. Dodgers edge in pitching depth versus Phillies speed and bullpen as playoff implications loom.
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Steve Garvey
Reggie Smith
Ron Cey
Dusty Baker
Greg Luzinski
Mike Schmidt
Maddox
Herzog Enjoys Yankee Problems Ahead of Playoff Start
The New York Yankees enter the AL playoffs short of a full 25 man roster with key pitchers sidelined or unused. Royals manager Whitey Herzog taunts the situation while noting a past Yankee protest over postponed games.
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Gabe Paul
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Billy Martin
Royals Manager Whitey Herzog Shapes 102-60 Season
Whitey Herzog's rapport with players drives the Royals to a 102-60 record, the league’s best. The managerBelieves in using talent right, emphasizes pitcher handling, and maintains harmony without doghouses.
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Baseball Free Agents Attract Big Bids In Coming Season
With the season ended, about 64 major leaguers are eligible for the re entry draft on November 4. Top sluggers include Richie Zisk Larry Hisle and Dave Kingman while Oscar Gamble provides left handed power as Willie Stargell faces age and injury concerns. The minor leagues may supply infield and catcher options as free agency heats up.
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Gamble
Chicago White Sox
Willie Stargell
Pittsburgh Pirates
Lyman Bostock
Ralph Garr
Early Ballot For Baseball Awards
A dated ballot highlights 1977 MLB awards and honorable mentions. Names include Greg Luzinski and Reggie Jackson for MVP, Tom Lasorda and Earl Weaver as managers, John Candelaria and Jim Palmer as Cy Young candidates, with Rod Carew and Catfish Hunter among other notable achievers and team-driven evaluations. The piece notes the debate over value versus statistics and praises Weaver, Lasorda, and Martin for managerial resilience.
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Jim Palmer
Rod Carew
Twins
Billy Martin
Cincinnati Reds
Don Zimmer
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Luzinski
Reds
George Foster
Minnesota
Borbon Faces Assault Charge In Cincinnati
Hamilton County Court released Pedro Borbon on his own recognizance after he appeared on aggravated assault and assault charges. The hearing was continued to Friday. Borbon, a Reds relief pitcher, was arrested Monday at the Greater Cincinnati Airport after an alleged incident at a nightspot. An affidavit claimed Borbon grabbed a man by the throat and shouted threats. another alleged he shoved the woman with him and struck the man. Borbon entered no plea and his lawyers made no immediate comment.
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John Mahedy
Marshall Riddle
Trimble Falls To Lancers In Tri-Valley Volleyball
In a Tri-Valley Conference action the Lancers defeated Trimble in varsity play 5-15 15-13 15-9 as Federal Hocking rallied. Trimble won the reserve match 15-11 15-12 led by Janet Butcher with six points.
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Bengals Coach Puzzled by Team's Collapse After Chargers Defeat
Cincinnati Bengals coach Bill Johnson laments a breakdown as preparations begin for Green Bay and Pittsburgh. He cites a string of setbacks including a 24 3 loss to San Diego and a season opening defeat to Cleveland.
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Archie Griffin
Isaac Curtis
Billy Brooks
Bob Johnson
Anderson
Indians Lose Three Veterans To Free Agency
The Cleveland Indians announced Bruce Bochte Frank Duffy and Bill Melton became free agents and are eligible for the reentry draft on November 4. Bochte hit .304 with five homers and 43 RBIs in 1984 while Duffy batted .201 in 122 games and Melton played 50 games at .241 hampered by injuries.
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Cleveland Indians
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Bicycles in Demand Classified in Section Eighty One
Readers are urged to check Classification 81, Bicycles, for a quick way to find bicycles. For any need, turn to the classifieds in the paper.
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