Tiant Shines as Red Sox Beat White Sox in Spring Exibition
Luis Tiant pitched six innings of the Red Sox 6-1 win over the Chicago White Sox in winter training. Tiant reported feeling better than ever and eyes a third straight 20 win season as Boston prepares for the AL opener against Milwaukee on April 8. Deron Johnson, Rick Burleson, and rookie Rick Kreuger led a strong Boston attack with multiple hits and RBIs.
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UCLA Seeks 10th NCAA Title as Kentucky Earns No 2 Seed
UCLA led by John Wooden aims for a 10th NCAA crown in San Diego as Kentucky coached by Joe B Hall, built after Adolph Rupp’s retirement, opens against Syracuse. Kentucky ranked No 2 behind UCLA, with Kentucky’s chances boosted by a 25 4 record and regional wins.
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Williams Delivers In A's 7-1 Win After Injury Return
Billy Williams, sporting an ankle injury, returned with a single and a two run homer for the Oakland Athletics in a 7-1 victory over the California Angels. He had not worn a uniform for two weeks and lacked batting practice before the early game.
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Cavaliers Break Through With Two Straight Wins Over Bulls
Cavaliers beat the Chicago Bulls 86-83 in Chicago after earlier winning 87-83 at home. Jim Cleamons said the two victories should earn respect as Cleveland climbs one game ahead of New York and Houston for two playoff berths in the Eastern Conference. In other NBA action, Golden State defeated Kansas City Omaha 111-103 and Detroit beat Phoenix 91-79.
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The 2 Window on Sports Owners and the Ridiculous Scene
MIKE SPATH critiques sports owners and the changing landscape of major leagues. He laments fading public familiarity with players and teams while listing absurdities from earnings to league expansions, and mocks high costs, weight charts, and indoor box lacrosse.
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Evert and Gottfried win in Philadelphia and Orlando
In Philadelphia the second seed Chris Evert defeated Nancy Gunter 7-6 7-1 to reach the semifinals of the $75,000 Philadelphia Tennis Classic. In Orlando Brian Gottfried beat fifth seed Charlie Pasarell 6-2 7-5 to advance in the World Championship Tennis Blue Group event.
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