Righetti Named AL Rookie of the Year for 1981
Yankee lefty Dave Righetti wins the American League rookie award with a 8-4 record and 2.06 ERA in 75 games. He edged Rick Gedman and Bob Ojeda in ballots by BBWAA amid a pennant clincher and a World Series loss to the Dodgers.
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Harris hurt after Dolphins edge Eagles 13 10 in Miami
Miami defeats Philadelphia 13 to 10 as Don Strock’s pass to Daniel Harris ties the score and Uwe von Schumann adds the winning field goal. Harris injures knee on a celebration spike after his early touchdown. Eagles drop to 9 4 while Dolphins surge toward the AFC East lead.
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Colts Coach McCormack in Turmoil After 12th Loss
New York AP reports Baltimore Colts coach Mike McCormack faces pressure after a 25 point loss to the New York Jets. Owner Bob Irsay questions staff while McCormack vows to coach on. The club sits atop the No.1 draft position race with 12 straight losses and one win over New England.
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Stieb named Jays outstanding player and top pitcher
Dave Stieb, 24, unanimous pick as Toronto Blue Jays outstanding player and top pitcher for 1981. He went 11-10 with a 3.14 ERA in 25 starts, plus 11 complete games and two shutouts, anchoring the rotation in just his second full season. Joey McLaughlin earned comeback player honors after a 1-5 season and 2.85 ERA in 40 appearances.
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Warriors fall as Painters defeat Iron Warriors 14 to 7
Gerry Bengert scores five for Witthe Iron Warriors in a losing effort as the L A Western Painters win 14-7 at the Arena Convention Centre. Kelly Benson scores four for the Painters with Bruce Demish adding three and Grant Henderson two.
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