Badger basketball recruits disappoint Wis. critics
Wisconsin coach Bill Cofield faces criticism for signing four average recruits to replace departing Wes Matthews and Joe Chmelich. The Badgers finished eighth in the Big Ten at 7-11, while critics lament Wisconsin talent leaving the state and the lack of top blue-chip prospects. Cofield vows to rebound with a winning season and to keep Wisconsin players from leaving.
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Yankees extend lead with seventh straight win as May shines
New York routs California 7 5 to extend AL East lead to seven games behind a strong bullpen and hitter balance. Lou Piniella, Graig Nettles, Reggie Jackson homer as Rudy May earns win. Carter, Lowenstein spark Orioles in later drama with injury to Lowenstein and a tied score moment in Baltimore.
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Burns leads as Nicklaus slips five back at Canadian Open
Nicklaus amid frustration shot 71 to sit five behind leader George Burns at Royal Montreal. He blamed a reckless drive into a lake on 18 for the setback after a 69 had been within reach. Watson shot 69, while Burns led a crowded first round at the $350,000 event.
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Ryan Dominates At Astrodome To Extend Home Streak
Nolan Ryan held St Louis to one hit over seven innings as he and Joe Sambito combined on a two run shutout at the Astrodome. The Astros won 2 0 to push their home winning streak to 12 games. Sambito earned his sixth save.
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