Reds Rally Ends Red Sox Hope In World Series Thriller
Cincinnati Reds defeat Boston Red Sox 3-2 at Riverfront Stadium to seize a 3-2 series lead. Johnny Bench sparked the rally with a leadoff double, Concepcion stole second, and Ken Griffey Jr. delivered the decisive double off Dick Drago.
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Reds seek edge on artificial surface in World Series
Boston argues it can win on synthetic fields as the Series shifts to Cincinnati where Riverfront Stadium features Astroturf. Joe Morgan notes dry infield at home helps pace and defense as the Reds aim to extend series lead with three straight games. Mario Andretti dominates Laguna Seca for Monterey Grand Prix win ahead of Unser.
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Shields keeps title chase alive with seventh round KO
Unbeaten Randy Shields of Los Angeles won a 10 round decision over Alfonso Jiminez of Mexico for his 27th straight victory. Shields knocked down Jiminez in the seventh and advanced toward Guts Ishimatsu for the WBC lightweight title.
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NHL Roundup: Kings Lose Lead as Rangers Rally
Los Angeles built a 6-0 cushion against New York but eased off late, allowing four goals in the final period. Vic Venasky and team defense led to a 6-4 final as the Kings stumble in a high scoring night across the NHL. Flyers beat Seals 4-1 as Leach and Clarke pace Philadelphia. Buffalo dominates Toronto 8-3 with Gare recording a hat trick. Chicago shuts out Vancouver 3-0. Islanders and Bruins play to a 3-3 tie leaving New York unbeaten in three games.
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WEL to Meet on Possible World Football League Disbanding
WEL owners from 10 teams plan a New York meeting to decide the fate of the financially troubled league. Memphis Southmen owner John Bassett says a decision could be critical but would not disclose agenda. Portland and Philadelphia franchises are reportedly at risk as attendances flag across the league. San Antonio may escape dissolution with higher home attendance, while overall figures run low.
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U S Athletes Face Jeers at Pan American Games Opener
The United States team, over 600 strong, was jeered at the Pan American Games opening in Mexico City as Cuba led cheers. U S athletes expected to compete in 9 events today including track field shooting fencing and judo with hopes of multiple medals.
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