Sparky Anderson Builds Confidence With Reds Young Trio
Reds manager Sparky Anderson says he is not a genius but trusts his young core. Milt Wilcox and Don Gullett anchor the pitching, with Pete Rose praising their mature play. David Concepcion could start a World Series game, and Wilcox remains ready for short relief. The club clinched the NL flag at Riverfront Stadium as a 3-1 win at Pittsburgh underscored their youth and potential.
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Reds Win Thriller to Reach 3-2 World Series
Cincinnati Reds edge Pittsburgh Pirates 3-2 as Tony Perez and Johnny Bench homer in the first, Cline and Rose spark a late rally. Wilcox relieves and shuts down the Bucs in a tense playoff clincher setting up a World Series showdown with Baltimore.
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Orioles Reach World Series With Dominant AL Sweep
Baltimore Orioles crushed Minnesota 6-1 to complete a three game AL championship sweep and set up a World Series meeting with the Cincinnati Reds at Riverfront Stadium. Frank Robinson and Jim Palmer led the surge as Baltimore extended a 108 win season and prepared for the showdown with confidence.
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Mira Decides to Join Colts in Free Agent Move
Minneapolis Minnesota AP report says quarterback George Mira chose to sign with the Baltimore Colts over the Minnesota Vikings after a week of negotiations. Mira, a former University of Miami QB, has NFL experience with the 49ers and Eagles as a free agent.
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