Tigers save Blue from bullpen duty in playoff bid
Detroit avoids using Vida Blue in the bullpen as Oakland grants him a tentative role in the AL playoff opener. Mickey Lolich to start for Detroit while Billy Martin moths scout reports, with Bill Freehan possible for the postseason and Darold Knowles out with a broken thumb for the A's.
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Sparky Anderson A Reds Manager In Constant Motion
AP profile of Sparky Anderson, manager of the Cincinnati Reds, focusing on his problem seeking drive, discipline mindset, and straight talking leadership. Johnny Bench endorses his strategic vision while Anderson discusses ulcers, image, and old fashioned values guiding a poised pennant chase.
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Athens to host Jackson reserves in Saturday night tilt
Athens reserve football team, now 1-0 after a 14-0 win over Wellston, meet Jackson reserves Saturday at Butter Field, 7:30 p.m. The eighth grade and freshman losses to Jackson followed. Mike Cornwell’s 33-yard first quarter run was Athens’ only score in the Chauncey field game.
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Athens Freshmen Fall to Jackson as Gridiron Season Opens
In the season opener Athens freshmen were edged 8-6 at Jackson after trailing 8-0. Arnie Chenko connected with Jim Heady on a 25 yard pass for the lone Athens TD and a failed two point attempt. The junior varsity and eighth graders also played with mixed results and upcoming games set.
Lions Club Hole-in-One Tourney awards explained
Jack Anastas, chairman, explained actions taken by winners from last summer's Lions Club Hole-in-One Tournament. Bob Littler of Athens Country Club, overall winner, gave 50 of his 100 dollars to the club. Mary Hope, winner of the women's division, declined cash and a trophy, saving the club 15 dollars.
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Kent and Western Michigan set for pivotal MAC clash
Kent State and Western Michigan clash in a high stakes Mid-American Conference showdown after a season that saw Kent share the league lead with Bowling Green while WMU eyes a needed win. Kent's Greg Kokal nursing a thigh issue and WMU's improving defense frame the matchup as Toledo and Miami also contend in non conference play.
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Chauncey Little League Defeats Southern Varsity Grade Seven
Racine Chauncey Little League football seventh graders beat Southern Meigs 20 to 6. Alan Walton connected on 40 and 20 yard TD passes to Mitch Blower and Mike O Nail returned a 55 yard punt for a score. Jim Hollister added the lone two point conversion. Tony Abdella and Ken Sapp led the defense. The Chauncey sixth grade squad plays Glouster Saturday at 5 30 p.m.
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Aging Pirates Stars Mazeroski Pagan Likely Benched
Pittsburgh veteran infielders Bill Mazeroski and Jose Pagan appear bound for pinch hitting duties during the National League playoffs against the Reds. Mazeroski, 38, batted .188 in 34 games this season and plans to retire, while Pagan, age 37, is fighting for limited action behind Hebner and Robertson. Both say they are ready if needed, but miss the excitement of playing.
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