Astros Win Dome Opener In Interleague Clash
Astros beat the Yankees 9 3 to start the season behind Cesar Cedeno. Larry Dierker was to pitch the second game against Fritz Peterson as interleague play began before NL opener with the Dodgers next Monday. Attendance 8,561, fans enjoyed regained form after a Florida slump.
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Family Affair at Astros Spring Training
Houston’s John Edwards and family make baseball a family affair as they travel to Florida for spring training. Papa John is the Astros’ catcher, wife Barbara and sons David and Lori join him in Astrotown each March, with nine year old David showing promise as a receiver. Edwards cites guidance from veteran teammates and his father’s influence as he eyes a breakout season, aiming to win fans with steady performance and growth.
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Boswell and Tiant Cut Loose From Twins Camp
Former 20 game winners Dave Boswell and Luis Tiant were released after failing to meet expectations at Minnesota Twins spring training. Twins president Cal Griffith said no deals materialized and other AL clubs passed on Boswell. Boswell, 26, posted 20-12 with a 3.23 ERA in 1969 but went 3-7 last season amid ankle swelling and arm trouble. Tiant, 30, also battled injuries.
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