Sox recall fall of '74 vow to avoid repeat
The Boston Red Sox face a wary start to the season after a 1974 collapse. Despite optimism from rookies like Fred Lynn, the team showed sloppy defense in a 4-2 loss to the New York Yankees. Oakland beat California behind Vida Blue’s four-hitter and Reggie Jackson’s 30th homer. Detroit topped Milwaukee with a four-run seventh, while Minnesota outslugged Texas 5-4 on Phil Roof’s three RBIs. Chicago White Sox routed Kansas City 10-1 before a split to end the day.
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Allison Wins Rain Delayed Southern 500 in Close Finish
Bobby Allison nearly lost the 367 lap race as Benny Parsons wrecked on the second turn. Allison claimed his third Southern 500 title with a 25 second margin over Richard Petty after Parsons led earlier. Petty battled illness ahead of the event but finished strong as the top challenger.
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Rocket car records fall at Great Lakes Fall Nationals
John Paxon of Los Angeles set a new national speed record for rocket cars at Great Lakes Dragaway finishing the one quarter mile in 5.52 seconds reaching 313.58 mph. Gerard Brennan of Minneapolis posted the best rocket car elapsed time at 4.79 seconds and 265.48 mph.
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Red Sox infielder Doug Griffin cleared after beaning
Boston Red Sox second baseman Doug Griffin was hit in the head by a pitch from Dick Bosman in the eighth inning against Oakland. X rays were negative and he reported hearing difficulties and dizziness but overall health was deemed good. Griffin previously suffered a severe injury from a Nolan Ryan fastball last season.
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Mets Bring Back Bud Harrelson For Labor Day Pirates Game
The New York Mets reactivated veteran shortstop Bud Harrelson on Labor Day and inserted him into the starting lineup against the Pittsburgh Pirates.
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Braves Tickets On Sale For Lompoc Home Games
Reserved seat season tickets for Lompoc Braves football go on sale tonight at 6 p.m. in the Activities Office on a first come basis. Tickets cost 11.25 and cover home games against Carson of LA San Marcos Santa Barbara San Luis Obispo and Arroyo Grande with the final game homecoming. Tickets are sold daily 7 45 a.m. to 4 p.m. starting tomorrow. no single game tickets or phone orders. For details call 736 2371 ext 287.
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Iverson Wins B C Open in Nervous Finish
Don Iverson captured his first tour victory in the $175,000 B C Open at Endicott New York in a tense finish as David Graham and Jim Colbert closed within two strokes. Iverson earned $35,000 and a one year exemption from tour qualifying.
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Mets Tide Pirates Near NL East Title With Seaver 20th Win
The New York Mets defeat the Pittsburgh Pirates 3 0 as Tom Seaver earns his 20th win and 8th straight 200 strikeout season setting a major league record. Rookie Mike Vail homers to give New York an early lead and Felix Millan Rusty Staub and Joe Torre add key hits. The win tightens the division race with Pittsburgh, fueling a celebratory mood in the clubhouse.
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Connors Wins Marathon Match Over Solomon in Forest Hills
Jim Connors, age 23, beat Harold Solomon 6-4 6-2 5-7 6-3 in a match that began Monday night and ended after midnight. Connors advances to the quarterfinals to face Rhodesian Andrew Pattis, saying he stayed patient and attacked when needed.
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Dock Ellis Back With Pirates After Crisis and Apology
Dock Ellis has returned to the Pittsburgh Pirates following a suspension and apology process. The veteran pitcher reflected on his past discipline, praised manager Danny Murtaugh, and emphasized his aim to help the Pirates win the pennant.
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