Phillies Face Dodgers as Maddox Out for NL Playoffs
Philadelphia loses star Garry Maddox to a knee contusion likely keeping him from at least the first two games of the NL series with Los Angeles. Bake McBride would move to center, with Jerry Martin or Jay Johnstone in right, as the Phillies hope to counter Dodgers ace Tommy John and 23-game winner Steve Carlton leads their rotation.
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Dodgers Phillies Clash Sets Stage for Playoffs
Analysis notes the Dodgers and Phillies with strong rosters in power speed and bullpen, Dodgers led by four 30 homer hitters while Phillies boast Greg Luzinski and Mike Schmidt. both teams split regular season meetings. Yankees face KC with a shrunken 21 man roster amid late season roster wrangles and injuries.
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Raiders Poise Lifts Oakland Over Chiefs In NBC Telecast
Oakland overcame a 21 point second quarter deficit as Mike Livingston threw three TD passes for Kansas City. The Raiders answered with controlled drives and key scores including Fred Biletnikoff to Gary Green and a late 42 yard kickoff return style. Tony Reed added 102 rushing yards as Oakland pulled away in the third quarter.
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Violence at City Athletics Prompts School Review
An after school incident at High Point athletics led to a confrontation between spectators and a visiting player. A rock was thrown, glasses broken, and a pupil was bruised. The offender was suspended for over a week, while administration considers crowd control and future safety measures.
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Southern Cal Holds Top Spot as Hefty Schedule Looms
The Associated Press notes No. 1 Southern Cal led by coach John Robinson faces a tough path to a national title with Alabama, Notre Dame, California, and UCLA remaining. Robinson stresses undefeated play and keeps focus on the next game despite strong opposition. NC State quarterback Johnny Evans and Wake Forest tight end Steve Young earned ACC players of the week honors.
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