Henderson slams 2000th hit as A's clinch finale
Rickey Henderson reached his 2,000th hit and sparked a 7-1 Oakland victory over Milwaukee, ending Cal Eldred’s bid for 11 straight wins. Eldred pitched seven innings, yielding six runs as the A's race into the playoffs with a 96-66 season finish. Oakland heads to Toronto to open the AL playoffs against Jack Morris.
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Harbaugh loses late as Vikings rally past Bears in Minnesota
Jim Harbaugh's late miscue cost Chicago a 21 20 loss to Minnesota. Todd Scott's 35 yard interception return for a touchdown sparked the comeback as Rich Gannon connected on all seven passes in two scoring drives. Ditka warned of changes if similar mistakes recur.
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Elway Delivers Late TD Drive To Upset Chiefs 20-19
Denver overcome a 19-6 deficit in 14 plays spanning 80 yards as Elway threw two late touchdown passes, including a 12 yarder to Vance Johnson with 38 seconds left. Johnson capped the drive with the end zone score, and Treadwell split the uprights for the deciding extra point. The Broncos snap a string of scoreless quarters to beat Kansas City 20-19 at Mile High.
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No more monsters on Iowa's slate
Iowa Hawkeyes face an uncertain path after a 52-28 loss to Michigan. The season could end 8-4 for a Citrus Bowl bid or slip to 1-11, as injuries mount and looming games against Wisconsin loom.
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Northern Iowa Eyes No 1 In I AA Poll After Ill State Win
Northern Iowa remains in the Division I AA top tier as the Panthers, 4-0, eye a likely No 1 ranking after a 41-14 victory over Illinois State. Players and coach stress focus on the championship and seed rather than the poll. Johnson notes tough schedule ahead as UNI hosts Western Kentucky at 6 30 p m.
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