McCovey’s two homers spark Giants past Reds in record inning
Willie McCovey hit two home runs in one inning including a grand slam, the 17th of his NL career, to lift the Giants past the Reds 14-9 after a 8-3 deficit. He also extended a rare feat of homering twice in an inning on two occasions.
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Billy Hunter Named Rangers Manager After Long Wait
Billy Hunter agreed to a multi year contract and began his big league managerial career with Texas. He flew to Oakland to see the Rangers beat the A s 5 2 and will let Connie Ryan run the team for now while he observes and notes. Hunter declined earlier offers, saying he waited for the right opportunity and now sees a chance to win with a strong Rangers roster.
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Connors Heads Four Americans in Wimbledon Semis Bid
Jimmy Connors rested after a five set win over Stan Smith leads four Americans seeking three Wimbledon semi final spots. He is favored to beat Byron Bertram as John McEnroe, the first Wimbledon qualifier to reach the quarter finals, could be next.
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Johnson's hat bat powers Chicago past Mariners
Lamar Johnson delivered a 3-for-3 night with a bases-loaded triple and four RBIs to lift the Chicago White Sox 10-4 over Seattle, keeping them one game back in the AL West as he fills in at designated hitter with Jim Spencer sidelined. Johnson projects as a temporary regular until Spencer returns.
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Gomez Describes Lasorda as Dodger Promoter and Optimist
Preston Gomez compares Tom Lasorda to a promoter and a calm leader. The Dodgers’ third base coach notes Lasorda’s contrasting style with Walter Alston and praises his collaborative approach. Lasorda’s preseason optimism and spring training pace foreshadowed a strong NL West run.
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