Reds End Slump With 2-1 Win Over Cardinals
Cincinnati's Pete Rose and Ed Armbrister drove in the runs as Gary Nolan shut down St. Louis with five innings of strong pitching. The Reds snapped a five-game skid to pull to within 10 1/2 games of the Dodgers, while Al Hrabosky faced an appeal over a $150 fine for a Friday fight in St. Louis.
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Pity Poor Ryan Faces Two-Hitter In Kansas City
Nolan Ryan limits the Kansas City Royals to six hits as Amos Otis breaks up a potential fifth no-hitter with a fifth inning single and a sixth inning ground-rule double. Angels beat Royals 6-1 to sweep the series. Remy and Rudi drive in Angels runs while Ryan walks six and fans six in another strong effort.
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Scoreboard summary of major league games and playoffs
San Diego at New York was postponed amid cold weather. Cincinnati beat St Louis and Chicago defeated Houston in Wednesday action. NBA semifinals saw Portland lead Los Angeles 3-0 with Philadelphia at Houston upcoming. NHL finals Montreal leads Boston 2-0 after Montreal at Boston. World Championship of Tennis quarterfinals saw Jimmy Connors defeat Adriano Panatta 6-4 7-5 6-4 in Dallas.
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Mexico Girls Complete Another Year Undefeated In Dual Meets
Mexico Bulldogs remain unbeaten in dual meets with an 85 29 victory over Macon. Senior Therese Rankin led with wins in long jump and high jump and a sprint medley relay, as Mexico clinched multiple relays and sprint titles. Green praised the squad despite weary legs and noted state meet ahead in Lebanon.
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Futch Still An Intentional Force Behind Bobick Fight
Eddie Futch, Duane Bobick’s trainer, doubles as an irritant to Ken Norton and defends Bobick’s 38-0 record while predicting Norton’s pace and quickness. Norton, aiming for a third title shot, faces Bobick in a high stakes 12 round bout at Madison Square Garden with a $500,000 purse for Norton and $250,000 for Bobick. NBC will air the event live from 8 to 10:30 p.m. EDT CDT coverage.
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Stewart Gets 4-Year Pact From Mizzou
Norm Stewart, Missouri’s longtime basketball coach, signed a four year contract effective with the 1977-78 season. The university noted a significant salary increase, though the amount was not disclosed. Stewart carries a 175-95 record over ten years and becomes Missouri’s second coach to receive a multi year deal following football coach Al Onofrio in December.
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Walton's hot stretch fuels Blazers to win over Lakers
In Portland, Bill Walton carried the Trail Blazers with seven straight baskets in six minutes to lift a 102-97 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers. Walton tallied 22 points, 15 rebounds, and nine assists, sharing top scoring honors with Maurice Lucas as Abdul Jabbar faced heavy pressure throughout the game. The series sits at a pivotal moment with a potential sweep landing Friday night.
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