Dodgers Poised for Excitement Under New Manager LaSorda
Dodgers hope for a strong NL West run with Tom LaSorda promising excitement. He cites a deep lineup and Rick Monday adding power while stressing health for key players like Reggie Smith and Davey Lopes to lift run production.
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Twins rely on young hurlers to spark championship bid
In Orlando, Gene Mauch seeks a fast start for the Twins after a steady decline last season. He notes strong defense and batting led by Rod Carew and Butch Wynegar but warns pitching depth is thin. Rookie arms Gideon and Wiley may join the rotation while Norwood and Adams bolster outfield. Outcome hinges on young pitchers advancing.
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West Big Ten honors go to McCook and Kearney players
MCCOOK Neb UP I three players from Kearney and McCook high schools were selected for the West Big Ten Conference basketball team this season. McCook picks were Charlie Hudson Mike Haney and Dwayne Marvin. Kearney selections were Jim Grassmeyer Kevin Adamson and Dan Reiners with additional seniors Wally Dalrymple Dan Schitz from Scottsbluff and Bob O'Rourke Steve Rouch from North Platte completing the roster.
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North Platte
Sinatra to Sing National Anthem for Dodgers
Frank Sinatra will perform the National Anthem for the Los Angeles Dodgers on opening day April 7, as announced Tuesday in Los Angeles. The event marks a high profile pregame dedication featuring the famed singer known as Ol Blue Eyes.
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Van Arsdale to retire after Suns season
Tom Van Arsdale, a 12 year NBA veteran with the Phoenix Suns, will retire at season end. He cites age and long career, and notes playing with twin brother Dick on the Suns as a meaningful factor in the decision. He rose to prominence with Kansas City-Cincinnati and earned three straight All Star selections.
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TPC attracts top field at Sawgrass for PGA event
Jack Nicklaus calls the Tournament Players Championship the most significant tour event and Al Geiberger says the field is stronger than the Masters or US Open. The $300,000 event, founded four years ago by the PGA Tour, opens Thursday at Sawgrass Golf Club in Ponta Vedra.
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Nuggets Defeat Lakers In Short-Interest Showdown
Denver, riding a home crowd of 18 127, beat the Lakers 107 95 to extend its home win streak to 31 of 34. David Thompson led Denver with 26 points while Kareem Abdul Jabbar and Lucius Allen led LA with 21 and 19 respectively. Other NBA scores follow with Kings, Spurs, Bulls, 76ers, and Blazers winning their games.
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Bowling Boulevard Lanes and Columbus Bowl Scores Summary
Bowling results from Boulevard Lanes and Columbus Bowl include high games and series. Notable performances feature Gary Muth near a 300 in Men’s Classic at Columbus Bowl with a 655 series and a 288 game. Other standouts include Debi Schwalke 203 and 480, Rita Fuhr 210, Gloria Osten 519, and many league standings across mixed, seniors, and women's events.
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Charles Kurtenbach
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Mel Paprocki
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Joan Walker
Corrine Cave
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Fred Leonhard
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The Bird Fidrych dazzles Tigers in camp start
Detroit Tigers players and manager Ralph Houk praise Mark Fidrych as he trains in Lake, Florida. The rookie pitcher, famous for his carefree style and 2.34 ERA last season, faces expectations of a stronger team support and continued dominance while trimming his blond curls.
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Creighton Beats Oral Roberts 4-2 as Marques Shines
Creighton sophomore pitcher Chuck Marques pitched a three hitter to lead a 4-2 win over Oral Roberts Tuesday. Marques improves to 14-? while Oral Roberts pitcher Pat McGurk falls to 1-1. ORU had six hits and one error, Creighton eight hits and two errors.
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