Title Game Set Tonight
Zestos and the Shriners meet tonight at Armstrong Park at 7 for the city Little League final. Wednesday’s doubleheader sent both teams here with dramatic wins. Zestos beat Food World 2 on one hit pitching by James Hayes while Kevin Burrow took the loss. Wayne Smith delivered a clutch two run double. Shriners edged High Point Chemical 5 4 in a late rally after a tied game.
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Astros win in 13th as Puhl delivers first major league hit
In a dramatic 13th inning, Terry Puhl, in his major league debut, singled and scored on Bob Watsons double to give Houston a 3 2 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers. Jose Cruz had Houston s first run with a fifth inning double and homer in the seventh to tie the game.
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Pacers staff laid off as closures extend
In a near empty office suite General Manager Brian Conacher is away in Canada and the Racer staff have been terminated. The remaining workers answer phones and handle routine duties as operations wind down.
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Furman Announces Poinsettia Classic and Key Games
Furman University revealed its 19th Poinsettia Classic schedule for December 29 and 30 including Appalachian State Georgia Southern and Tennessee Tech. The Paladins also host South Carolina Clemson and The Citadel in home and home series as part of a busy season.
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Lexington Legion faces 2-0 deficit after 7 0 loss
Lexington Legion baseball dropped to two games behind Salisbury in the best of seven playoff series after seven Lexington errors and 11 Salisbury hits. Jay Temple took the loss to fall to 1-6 as Salisbury scored twice in the third, four in the eighth and one in the ninth. Tonight the game moves to Salisbury at 7 45 p m local time.
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All-Star pitching staff praised by Martin after roster changes
Tanana, a newcomer to All-Star competition, is 3 4 with a 2.39 ERA and 12 saves. Lyle leads with a 1.71 ERA, 7 3 record and 14 saves but reports arm fatigue. LaRoche sits 6 2 with a 3.81 ERA and nine saves. Despite losses of Tanana and Fidrych, Martin says he aims for an American League win and will play to win.
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Grandstand To Open At Talladega
A new tower seating 2,260 will be ready for the Aug. 7 Talladega 500 stock car race at Alabama International Motor Speedway. The Birmingham Tower raises the track capacity to 66,319, second only to Daytona among stock car superspeedways.
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Recreation Softball National Division Opens With Multiple Matches
The Sunday league schedule shows numerous games across divisions. Highlights include HRs by M Ferree and Reavis, and leading hitters such as David Calvary, Tommith, and John Ellington across teams like Southern Photo, NECC, Gerry's, and First Wesleyan.
Baseball standings update from the National League games
The Associated Press reports Thursday results with four matchups listed including Chicago at New York, St Louis at Philadelphia, Atlanta at Cincinnati, and Los Angeles at Houston. Standings are shown for teams such as Kings Pittsburgh and Montreal with pitchers Renko Forsch Espinoza Christensen Easterly Seaver John Andujar noted.
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Southern League results Eastern and Western divisions
Atlanta team standings and scores show Orlando beating Charlotte 5 to 4 and Savannah 3 to 2 in eleven innings. Knoxville down Chattanooga 7 to 5, Columbus edged Montgomery 6 to 5, while Jacksonville lost to Knoxville and Montgomery defeated Columbus. Other results include Orlando over Savannah and Columbus over Montgomery with multiple matches listed.
California Angels Make Waiver Move For Walker
The California Angels acquire Tom Walker on waivers and option pitcher Tom Bruno to Toledo of the International American Association. Angels coach Ander Gladees departs to become pitching coach. Bill Singer is also involved as Toronto pitcher in the move.
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Hobson Power Lifts Red Sox In Ten Inning Win Over Indians
The Boston Red Sox beat the Cleveland Indians 9-7 in 10 innings as Butch Hobson hit a 10th inning three-run homer and George Scott stole second to set up the decisive hit. Jim Rice added two-run shots, while Charlie Spikes homered twice for Cleveland.
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Capra Quietly Breaks Through After Frustration
Buzz Capra finally earned a starting victory in the big leagues with seven strong innings in Atlanta’s 4 3 win over Cincinnati. He limited the Reds to six hits and two runs, walking only one, and credited a new straight changeup coached by Johnny Sain for his improved performance. Rod Gilbreath led the Braves with three hits as Rick Camp secured his ninth save in a tense ninth inning.
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