Mets win wild 12th inning to take Game 2 in Oakland
New York split the World Series after a sun plagued day in Oakland Coliseum. The Mets won 10-7 in 12 innings as Felix Millan and Bud Harrelson sparked late offense while umpire Donatelli disputed a close play at home. Cleon Jones and Don Hahn endured brutal sun in the Coliseum. Willie Mays pleaded on deck as the Mets rallied past the A’s in extra frames.
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It Was a World Series That Felt Like a Sandlot Game
The Mets and A's clashed in a four hour 13 minute finale marked by six errors and 41 pitchers. Tug McGraw pitched six strong innings in relief for New York as George Stone closed it, echoing the Mets September pennant drive and a wild, break-filled rally.
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Rams and Vikings Stay Undefeated in NFL Action
Harold Jackson scored four touchdown catches for the Los Angeles Rams in a 37-31 win over the Dallas Cowboys as Rams improve to 5-0. Minnesota beat San Francisco 17-13 while other results include Pittsburgh losing to Cincinnati 19-7 and Atlanta routing Chicago 46-6.
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Coaches split over killer instinct after varied college games
Alabama coach Paul Bryant laments missed opportunity after a 35-14 win over Florida. Florida and Georgia Tech praise standout performances by Condredge Holloway. LSU's strong defense and Auburn's size draw comments from Ralph Jordan and Wade Whatley. Georgia’s Dooley notes a return to form after a 20-0 Ole Miss victory. Mississippi State’s Bob Tyler credits a 37-12 win over Florida State amid early fumbles.
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Mets rally past A's 10 7 to even World Series at 1 1
Bud Harrelson sparked New York with three hits and a tying single as he chased home the go ahead run in the 12th. Willie Mays challenged umpire Donatelli on a key call while Felix Millan misread a sign. Tug McGraw pitched six plus innings for the Mets and Roy Stone finished in relief. The series heads to New York for Game 3.
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Finley faces possible fine as Kuhn protests public move
Baseball Commissioner Bowie Kuhn criticized Oakland owner Charles Finley for a public announcement during Saturdays game about roster before the World Series. Finley’s defiance and the Mets’ denial of Manny Trillo’s activation drew boos from Oakland fans.
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