Ruess Curves Mets For Pirates First Win
Pirates pitcher Jerry Ruess used sharp curveballs to beat the New York Mets 5-2 for his first win in six decisions. He allowed two runs over 6 2/3 innings, with six strikeouts and two walks, and Terry Forster earned the save. Al Oliver homered, and Pittsburgh built a 5-1 lead in the fourth and fifth innings.
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Blazers seek clue to Dr. J moves in NBA finals
In Philadelphia, Julius Erving dominates as the 76ers beat Portland 107 101 in Game 1. Erving says he will drive and pass, while coach Ramsay aims to pressure him. George McGinnis struggles, needs to heat up with help from teammates in Game 2.
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Pats seeded 10th to face Solons in post season
Mt Anthony's baseball team earned the 10th seed of 12 and will play seventh seed Montpelier in Montpelier Thursday at 4 p.m. Windsor led Class L at 16-0 with byes, Rice 14-2, South Burlington 13-3, Rutland 11-3-1. MAU coach Jim St Denis praised the pairings and noted Windsor and Rutland as strong challengers.
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Walther vows to watch Indy 500 from sidelines
Salt Walther said he would not replace Bill Puterbaugh as driver of the car bought by his father for the Indianapolis 500. Walther urged reinstatement of Puterbaugh, stating he could not give up his own 500 shot and chose to observe from the sidelines. The sale keeps Wolmotor and Foreman Industries as sponsor-owners of the Elkins Enterprises entry.
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Jets tie WHA final with 12 3 win over Nordiques
Winnipeg’s Bobby Guindon scored twice and assisted once as the Jets routed Quebec 12-3 to level the series at 3-3. Hull added three goals, Hedberg and Sullivan two each, setting playoff records for most goals in a game and most power play goals in a playoff year.
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Yanks rally to edge Red Sox in pennant bid
New York reliever Dick Tidrow earned the win and vice presidents noted the team pulled together in a 6-5 victory over Boston Tuesday night. Tidrow said the win could turn the Yankees toward the American League pennant as Don Zimmer acknowledged the improved team effort.
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Ryan Earns 100th AL Win With 12 Strikeouts
Nolan Ryan of the California Angels struck out 12 batters and walked seven in a 2-1 victory over the Detroit Tigers, marking his 75th 10 or more strikeout game and his 100th American League win as his elusive strike zone challenge continued.
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Yachts challenge for Cup with Gretel II in fleet
Two 12 meter yachts Australia and Gretel II depart by freighter for New York as part of the longest leg toward Newport to contest the America's Cup. The field grows to threecountries France Sweden and Australia issuing challenges to the NYYC with eliminations in August and a Best of seven series in September off Newport.
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