Durocher Resigns As Astro Skipper
Durocher steps down as Houston Astros manager after a season that saw the club finish fourth in the standings amid changes. Gomez named general manager. Durocher cites no factors and says it is time for rest.
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Mets Clinch NL Flag With Comeback Win Over Cubs
The New York Mets sealed the National League pennant with a 9 2 victory over the Chicago Cubs. Cleon Jones and Rusty Staub sparked the offense as Tom Seaver earned the win with relief from Tug McGraw. The Mets advance to face the Cincinnati Reds in the NL playoff series starting Saturday in Cincinnati.
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Padres Beat Bucs In Season Finale
In Pittsburgh Randy Jones doubled home the winning run as the Padres edged the Pirates 3 2 in the season finale. The Mets clinched the NL East earlier, leaving Pittsburgh in third and players missing out on playoff money. Roberto Clemente was honored in a season-end ceremony.
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Krueger quits football at Texas A&M
Kent Krueger, sophomore defensive tackle and younger brother of NFL player Charlie Krueger, announces he will leave the Texas A&M football program. He says he no longer enjoys the game and plans to seek work or join a brother in Scotland, despite praise for the team and coaches.
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Raiders Turn Toward Cowboys After Austin Absence
Don Henry notes Texas battle lines as the Raiders face the Cowboys at home. Carlen must rally Raider minds from Austin and refocus on the upcoming schedule, with most games yet to come.
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Mets Clinch Make-Up Victory in Bedlam Dressing Room
Chicago fans heard the Mets celebrate after a makeup doubleheader win sealed by Tom Seaver and Cleon Jones. Yogi Berra recalled late July injuries, McGraw saved, and the club eyed a hopeful World Series as Rusty Staub praised the late drive. Tickets for the celebration were planned at Shea Stadium for the return to New York.
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Texas Tech Faces Oklahoma State After Texas Defeat
Texas Tech coach Jim Carlen previews a tough SWC trip to Stillwater to face Oklahoma State after a 28 42 loss to Texas. He cites OSU’s depth and a top defense while noting injury recovery and a light practice week for the Raiders.
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Mets-Cincinnati Playoff Tickets Go On Sale
New York Mets start ticket sales at 8 am EDT Wednesday at Shea Stadium for up to three potential playoff games with the Cincinnati Reds. The first two games are in Cincinnati on Saturday and Sunday, with any remaining games at Shea on October 8 9 and 19 if needed.
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Reds Tolan benched for NL playoffs
Cincinnati Reds announce Robby Tolan will not play in the Nations Championship series after a suspension for disciplinary reasons. He will be replaced on the roster by pitcher Roger Nelson, who has 23 appearances this season and spent much of the year on the disabled list.
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