A's pitching depth grows as 20-game winners return
Catfish Hunter notes Oakland's stronger pitching compared to 1971. Diego Segui started in the 1971 playoff third game due to arms aches, while Baltimore boasted four 20-game winners. The Athletics added Ken Holtzman after 1971 and now boast Vida Blue and Holtzman alongside Hunter and Fingers remaining from the bullpen. Blue seeks a 20th win as he faces Jim Palmer in Baltimore in opening game.
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Catfish” Hunter
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Baseball postseason schedule glimpsed in fragment
The readable lines show starting times for National League games between Cincinnati and New York and American League games between Baltimore and Oakland. Dates range early October with multiple potential or contentions. times listed include 2 p.m., 3:30 p.m., and 1 p.m. depending on venue and whether games are necessary.
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Bowling standings report highlights Mildred Nelson
Mildred Nelson leads with High Game 158 and High Series 427 in the latest bowling standings. The event showcases Nelson’s top scores and position atop the scoreboard among competitors.
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Nurmi dies at 76. Flying Finn era ends
HELSINKI AP Paavo Nurmi the Flying Finn of the 1920s dies at 76 after years of ill health. He won nine Olympic golds in 1920 1924 and 1928 and set 20 world records before his amateur status ended with a 1932 Olympic ban. Avery Brundage lauds him as the day’s best.
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Pee Wee Blues Defeat Green in 21 0 Drive
An unidentified Blue team runner breaks through for a touchdown as Pee Wee Blues, coached by Vince Massanelli, beat the Green team from Citizen's Nat's Bank coached by Ray Woodard 21 to 0.
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Morton on AP list after 137 yards vs Iowa State
Arkansas tailback Dickey Morton, 5'10" 175, rushed 21 times for 137 yards including a 68-yard TD in a 21-19 win over Iowa State. Named Associated Press offensive player of the week in the Southwest Conference. he set the Arkansas career rushing mark with 2,247 yards on 410 carries.
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Yogi Berra Could Manage Mets Next Season
Hall of Fame catcher Yogi Berra may become Mets manager after leading them to the NL East title this season. The Mets have not yet offered a contract, while Berra recalls his 1964 Yankees firing after a first-place finish.
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Razorbacks face tough prep before Texas Christian game
Arkansas coach Frank Broyles said the Razorbacks have a lot of home work to do after a shaky Tuesday as new offensive and defensive looks left players confused. He warned of one more day of hard work before the Saturday test, while trainer Dean Weber noted knee surgeries for center Randy Drake and defensive end William Watkins with no complications.
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Reds prepare to meet Mets in playoffs
Cincinnati manager Sparky Anderson defended the Mets as healthy and capable, saying they would have won at least 95 games if not for injuries. He noted Tom Seaver’s shoulder issue and indicated the Mets are not as destitute as depicted while gearing up for Saturday’s opener against the division winner.
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Orioles open best of five Saturday
Baltimore after a long layoff looks to return to October baseball. Merv Rettenmund and Brooks Robinson reflect on last year’s downturn and watching the playoffs. Pay Blair notes the Orioles’ division title and the need to advance to satisfy expectations as Jim Palmer eyes the Saturday opener against Oakland.
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Solunar Tables From Knight's Almanac Guide Sports
Solunar Periods are printed from Richard Alden Knight's SOLUNAR TABLES. Plan days to fish during good territory and hunt in favorable cover for best sport each day offers.
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