Kimm Sparks Tigers Win With First MLB Homer
Detroit catcher Bruce Kimm delivered a game winning homer off Frank Tanana in the eighth to lift the Tigers 3-2 over the Angels before 51,822 fans. Kimm’s blast followed strong crowds drawn by his catching and Fidrych’s 14-4 season.
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Ranger No 13 Roe Haaal: Roy Howell’s Quiet Fame
A portrait of Texas Rangers third baseman Roy Howell known as Roe Haaal by fans. The piece notes his anonymity off the field, autograph signings at the ballpark, and promotion tours. It highlights his draft bonus, average earnings, and career length, contrasting stars with Howell’s reality.
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Roy Howell and his entourage chase a star lifestyle
A profile details Roy Howell and family managing a baseball career with a Cleveland-based group handling 5 percent fee, taxes, investments, endorsements, and ongoing loans. It covers daily routines, glamour moments, and Howell’s ambitions as a public figure beyond on-field play.
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Soviet defector Sergei Nemtsanov to return home
The 17 year old Soviet diver Sergei Nemtsanov defected during the Olympics and then chose to return to the USSR. He turned himself over to Soviet Consulate officials in a Montreal hotel coffee shop after a brief stay in Canada. His lawyers said the decision was voluntary and motivated by his grandmother’s health. Immigration officials and his lawyers emphasized there was no pressure from any party. Nine defectors left Eastern Bloc states during the games.
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Comeback bid by Duane Thomas shown at Cowboys camp
Duane Thomas, returning to pro football with the Dallas Cowboys, shows a renewed work ethic and improved attitude after years as a nomad. He started the preseason against Denver, gaining 22 yards on 11 carries amid cautious optimism from Coach Tom Landry and team officials.
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Pro slow pitch league to launch eight teams next year
The American Professional SloPitch League announced plans for a first professional season with eight franchises in Cleveland Pitt Pam Minneapolis Saint Paul Detroit Los Angeles Washington Virginia Milwaukee and Louisville. Key hurdles include suitable facilities seating 10 to 18 thousand and nationwide marketing. The field will feature 300 foot outfield fences 65 foot bases and 49 foot pitcher to home plate distance. Expansion to 16 teams is hoped by opening season.
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