Dodgers face grim season as Reds pull ahead in NL West
Tom Lasorda signed a new contract but the Dodgers are aging and injury plagued with a failing bullpen and limited trade value. Cincinnati’s Reds dominate and hold a 14 game lead, while Dodgers veterans and youngsters struggle with form and durability.
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Big Ten invites Penn State to join conference
Big Ten presidents formally invite Penn State University to join the league with a four year moratorium on further additions. Penn State could compete in football and basketball as early as 1995, other sports possibly by 1991-92. Academic ties may start soon through the Council for Interinstitutional Cooperation.
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Costo Goes No 8 in Draft Surprise for Indians
Tim Costo, Iowa graduate, was drafted eighth by the Cleveland Indians in a surprise first round pick. He admits limited knowledge of the team but anticipates learning quickly as Cleveland lines up a home visit and a potential long stay at shortstop with praise from John Hart about his range and hands. The pick edges out Cal Eldred as the highest by a single school.
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Penn State Eyes Big Ten Membership Details
Penn State weighs joining the Big Ten in 1995 with eight game schedule study and 20 game round robin plans possibly shifting if the regular season drops to 25 games. Talks cover 12 month notice for sport competition, moratorium on 12th university, no divisional play, academic ties via CIC, and revenue sharing. Penn State negotiates with the Atlantic 10 for basketball and a conference name change decision due in 60 days.
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Riley Won't Return as Lakers Coach Says Reports
Reports claim Pat Riley will not return as Lakers coach but team PR director John Black called them premature. Riley met with owner Dr. Buss and GM Jerry West. the club eliminated by the Phoenix Suns.
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Finals nerves shift from Jordan to Blazers for Pistons
Auburn Hills Michigan AP Coach Chuck Daly worries about Portland’s balanced lineup as Detroit faces the Trail Blazers in the NBA finals opener. Daly notes Portland’s quick transition and depth, while Terry Porter dismisses the coach’s view and Isiah Thomas compares Portland to a tough style akin to Detroit.
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