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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1982
Page
17
Thousands filled Milwaukee streets with champagne and banners after the Brewers clinched the AL pennant. Fans cheered on Wisconsin Avenue and near County Stadium, with bar crowds chanting sweep and planning revelry into the night.
The St. Louis Cardinals defeated Atlanta 6-2 to win the National League pennant and earn a spot in the World Series against Milwaukee. Joaquin Andujar and Bruce Sutter combined for six-hit pitching as Willie McGee drove in three runs with a triple and homer, while Darrell Porter earned MVP honors for the series.
Pete Vuckovich endured a rough start giving up three runs in four innings before Milwaukee rallied in a tense playoff clash. Bob McClure steadied the bullpen and Ladd closed out the late innings as the Brewers fought to balance a California scoring burst led by Fred Lynn and Reggie Jackson. Downing and Carew supplied early offense for the Angels while Molitor’s defense aided Milwaukee’s chaotic win attempt.
Quebec Nordiques star Peter Stastny leads the NHL in scoring after three games with eight goals and three assists. Coach Scotty Bowman praises his work rate and line chemistry with brothers Anton and Marian, while Bergeron pairs the trio with a steady defense corps for better communication.
Rules for submitting completed puzzles to The Gazette include name and contact details on the entry, one per envelope, non mail-in entries rejected, must arrive by 3 p.m. five days after publication. Daily $50 random draw. $500 grand prize drawn from entries by November 25. Daily winners announced within 10 days. prizes mailed within 10 days. Employees and immediate families barred from prizes.
Al Unser Jr. became the youngest Can-Am champion by winning the Monterey Grand Prix in Monterey California. The 20 year old from Albuquerque New Mexico averaged 114.151 mph over 114 miles and finished more than a lap ahead of Al Holbert who took second. Unser earned 540 season points and 25500 dollars, as the race drew about 18000 fans and was halted after multiple crashes with no serious injuries reported.
The St Louis Cardinals clinched the National League championship with a decisive win at Fulton County Stadium before 52 173 fans. A four run second inning featured a two run triple by McGee and a first inning surge, while Atlanta Braves failed to deliver with clutch hits despite threats in the fourth and fifth innings. Ozzie Smith and Camp shared the early runs with key hits and Camp was relieved by Pascual Perez.
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