Nolan Ryan Tops NL in Strikeouts Despite 8 16 Record
At age 40 Nolan Ryan led the National League with 270 strikeouts and a 2.764 ERA, but his 8 16 record with the Astros reflected poor run support. Houston officials planned to renew his contract, while Pete Rose hailed his value and noted the need for offensive support to boost his win total.
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Don) Sutton
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Phil) Niekro
Twins edge toward control as Tigers surge in pennant race
Twins manager Tom Kelly cites Alexander as a ground ball pitcher with deceptive delivery after he wins his ninth straight start since joining Detroit on Aug. 12. Tigers sweep Toronto to close in on first. Blue Jays slump as Minnesota stars lead in homers and RBIs.
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Bargaining resumes as talks focus on two issues
Donlan and Upshaw met for five fours Tuesday evening to resume negotiations on free agency and two minor issues. Staff said the discussions centered on club fines and player discipline while free agency was not on the table. Negotiations will resume Wednesday morning amid a split season pressure and moved-up reporting deadlines for players.
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Luther women seek sixth straight Iowa Conference title
Luther College coach Oertel, a former Luther player and national 35 and over contender, keeps her game active to better guide her team. The Norse, 9-0, aim to extend their conference streak at Byrnes Park Waterloo, backed by defending champ Kim Miller Ritland and a deep roster including Stacie Olson and Karin Mathre.
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Five Seasons Center to host Metro doubleheaders and substate action
The Five Seasons Center schedules two Metro high school doubleheaders, the second featuring the first girls game in the 7,200 seat arena. Dec 8 sees Prairie vs Linn-Mar and Jefferson vs Washington. sub-state boys doubleheader on March 7 may follow.
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Badgers consider new quarterback for Iowa game
Wisconsin coach Don Morton contemplates a three way QB race for the Iowa game after a 49-0 loss to Michigan. Freshmen Tony Lowery and Otis Flowers along with Bud Keyes vie for playing time as Wisconsin weighs a move to speed and a veer offense at Camp Randall.
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Cardinals take 1 0 NLCS lead over Giants in tense opener
Mathews started a string of 10 straight outs in the fifth as St Louis silenced San Francisco. Driessen doubled and Pendleton’s fly dropped for the go ahead run in the sixth. Worrell faced late danger but Dayley escaped in relief. Uribe and Melvin produced late threats but the Cards held on 5 3.
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Giants Exposed as Playoff Contenders with 1980s Ties
The Giants, led by Craig as manager and Zimmer among veteran coaches, ride a postseason surge built on World Series experience. Reuschel Lefferts Speier Krukow and Lake add a Cubs connection while 1984 Cubs dominance and 1981 Yankees Series form bolster the club's pedigree.
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Chris) Speier
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