Twins outslug Indians as McDowell struggles in return
Sam McDowell struggled in his first Indians start in two weeks, issuing four walks and a wild pitch as the Twins built a 4-run second inning. Rich Reese hit a 10th homer in the seventh for Minnesota, and Cesar Tovar and Rod Carew contributed key RBIs to power a 6-5 win in Cleveland.
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Twins questions answered amid season turmoil
The Minnesota Twins, after taking two of three from Cleveland, pause amid questions on manager Bill Rigney’s future. Speculation swirls about trading Rich Reese Rod Carew or Cesar Tovar for pitching and reshuffling the lineup as regulars and prospects from Portland are eyed for big league duty.
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Vikings win in flat performance prompts Broncos focus
MANKATO Minn AP Coach Bud Grant and the Minnesota Vikings stressed recognizing the Denver Broncos after a flat performance Saturday night in Pittsburgh. The Vikings edged the Steelers 26 21 for their fourth straight preseason win. Grant blamed coaches and players but emphasized saving emotion. Denver has undergone a major facelift since 1969.
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Vikings Trade Denson for Charles as Preseason Ends
Al Denson caught a seven yard touchdown for Minnesota after a trade for reserve defensive back John Charles. Norm Snead completed eight of ten passes for 106 yards in relief of Gary Cuozzo as the Vikings beat Pittsburgh 23 14. Fred Cox added four field goals and a 12 yard boot. Minnesota next hosts Miami on Sept 11 before opening at Detroit Sept 20.
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Vida Blue Keeps No 23 Awaited After Tough Six Hitters
Oakland left hander Vida Blue wins his 23rd despite six hits allowed by Washington, then helps his club sweep a doubleheader with Jim Hunter and Denny McLain combining for a 9-0 win. Boos from the rest of the American League follow as New York and Chicago win.
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Catfish” Hunter
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Baseball Standings and Results Roundup from National League
National League standings show Pittsburgh leading with 79 wins and 56 losses, St. Louis 73 60, Chicago 70 61, New York 66 64, Philadelphia 57 74, Montreal 55 74. West division has San Francisco 78 56, Los Angeles 69 64, Atlanta 70 67, Cincinnati 66 69, Houston 64 69, San Diego 50 83. Saturday results: Atlanta 4 Chicago 3. New York 9 Los Angeles 2. St. Louis 4 Cincinnati 0. San Francisco 5 Philadelphia 2. Houston 4 Pittsburgh 0.Sunday results: Pittsburgh 5 Houston 2. Atlanta 5 Chicago 4. St. Louis 4 Cincinnati 3 in 11. New York 4 Los Angeles 3. Montreal 6 3 San Diego 1 13. San Francisco 8 Philadelphia 3. Monday matchups include Philadelphia at Pittsburgh and New York at St. Louis among others.
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Partly cloudy in the north and mostly cloudy in the south with a chance of showers or thunderstorms today and tonight. Cooler through Tuesday with highs around 75 to 82 today and 72 to 77 Tuesday, lows 45 to 55. In the state forecast, scattered showers and thunderstorms are possible central and south today and tonight and again Tuesday.
Baseball scoreboard chaos across league games
Recap of MLB action shows Minnesota Perry earns win in Cleveland as Reese hits homer. Detroit and Washington split games with Blue, Hunter and Te Nace keying a 9 4 and 4 0 win. Multiple extra innings and home runs noted across a long slate including Kansas City and Montreal matchups.
Sead and Cliff Morlan's Sports Review
The Minnesota State Fair debuts as promised with auto races and a horse show, while anglers report strong walleye and trout catches around Bemidji. Minnesota Vikings and Gopher football news fill schedules, with prep games shaping the North Star race and camp details.
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