Yankees Royals clash sparks personal feuds in openers
In the American League championship series opener in Kansas City, Billy Martin’s feud with Yankees foes Larry Gura and George Brett dominates the narrative as Gura faces Jim Hunter amid grudges from past trades and perceived slights.
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Rebels face UOP in Stockton clash of unbeaten UNLV
UNLV seeks a ninth season, riding an eight game win streak and a No. 2 national ranking among Division II schools. Glenn Carano leads UNLV's pass attack while Bruce Gibson paces UOP's veer option, with Carano nursing a knee and shoulder, and Gibson aiming to exploit the Rebels on the road.
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Pacific tailback Gibson leads rushing attack for Pacific
Senior Mark Cahill steps in for Carano as Pacific relies on Gibson a power runner described as a Larry Csonka type. At 6-0 225 pounds he has posted 502 rushing yards this season while teammates Ben jamin and Strycula have been limited. UNLV coaches emphasize a team approach to contain Gibson and stop the line of scrimmage.
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Irwin and Player Duel Sets Piccadilly Final
Hale Irwin of the United States reached the Piccadilly World Match Play final after defeating Gary Player of South Africa. Irwin built a six under par 67 on Wentworth Burma Road course to lead by three after the morning session, then held off Player’s late charge to clinch the match.
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Conteh set for title defense in Copenhagen bout
Britain's only world boxing champion John Conteh returns to the ring in Copenhagen to defend the WBC light heavy title against Alvaro Lopez of Stockton California. Conteh has endured hand injuries and legal issues but declares he is fit for 15 rounds. Lopez has a 30-3-0 record with 16 KOs and has won all five fights this year.
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TV Sports Schedule Highlights This Weekend
TV listings show MLB playoffs Cincinnati at Philadelphia and New York at Kansas City. NCAA football Oklahoma at Texas and Pro Football Kansas City at Washington plus Chicago at Minnesota. Various sports talk and recap shows air across channels 3 5 8 13.
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Bruins sue Black Hawks to gain compensation for Orr
Boston Bruins file suit in US District Court seeking arbitration and injunction to prevent Chicago Black Hawks using Bobby Orr until proper compensation is set under NHL rules. President Paul Mooney said Campbell was asked to intervene as Orr boosts Canada Cup play amid knee injuries.
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Montelbano Wins Nevada Open in Paradise Valley Finish
Studio City assistant club pro Chuck Montelbano won the Nevada Open at Paradise Valley Country Club with a three stroke margin over Tom Storey and Paul Moran. An old pro golfer helped his putting and MGM Grand captain aided his focus as Montelbano collected $2,000.
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