Comets Capture Dramatic District Title After Comeback
Halifax County’s Blue Comets rallied from deficits in a tense tournament run, defeating Albemarle 17-12 in eight innings and then overcoming George Washington 7-3 to claim the district championship at Market Garden Field. Coach Joe Hyatt praised his resilient squad as they withstood late pressure and relied on pitcher Joey Cole to close it out with three straight Ks in the seventh.
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Parker Leads Pirates Past Dodgers With Big Slam
Dave Parker drove in five runs including a grand slam and a solo homer to power the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 14-4 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers in a key NL showdown. Don Sutton started for the Dodgers and allowed a three run homer to Omar Morenga as Pittsburgh scored in waves, including a four run second inning.
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Parker's grand slam caps Pirates fourth inning rally
Parker's grand slam off reliever Al Downing capped the fourth inning as the Pirates built a lead. Candelaria earned win with relief from Tekulya and Gossage, while Dusty Baker homered for the Dodgers. Expos snap 11-game skid with 3-1 win over Padres as Rogers excels. Giants crush Cardinals 22-0 behind Barr Lavelle. Phillies top Astros 5-1. Reds beat Mets 8-1. Mets win second game 4-3. Indians beat Royals 7-1. Tigers top White Sox 14-5.
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Busch backs manager in Hrabosky dispute over Cardinals
ST AP Board Chairman August A. Busch Jr. issued a statement praising Vern Rapp for suspending AL Hrabosky over a long running feud. Rapp and Hrabosky were to meet Monday with GM Bing Devine to resolve the matter as Susman and Hrabosky’s attorney observed a four minute conference.
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GW Eagles fall as Halifax clinches Western District title
GW coach Joel DeBoe praised his veteran squad yet conceded Halifax County's four straight seventh inning hits sealed the win. Halifax advances to the Northwest Regional Tournament while GW faces a consoling season, having claimed the district regular season crown. DeBoe stressed no bitterness, only respect for the scrappy Halifax squad.
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