Phillies Top Pirates In Sixth Straight Losses
Curt Ford delivered a bases loaded single and Darren Daulton a bases loaded double in the eighth as Philadelphia beat Pittsburgh 7-5. Von Hayes led Phillies with three runs while Jon Kruk and Ken Howell starred on defense.Pirates manager Jim Leyland held a calm closed door meeting after the loss, their sixth in a row, with eight of 11 overall.
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Lakers see opening loss as minor setback in finals bid
Lakers coach Pat Riley cautioned against rash changes after Detroit defeated Los Angeles 109 97 in Game 1 of the NBA finals series. He noted Magic Johnson and James Worthy must elevate their play, discussed potential lineup tweak with Tony Campbell replacing Byron Scott, and eyed a sharper effort for Game 2 in Los Angeles.
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Edwards expands role as Pistons retool for finals
Detroit Coach Chuck Daly increased reserve center James Edwards' playoff time, creating a new offense. The 7 foot 1 forward scored in double figures in four straight games, tallying 15 in Game 1 against the Lakers and averaging 12.8 points over four games, boosting Detroit's post threat in the NBA Finals. Edwards credited the adjustment to matchups and better low post looks, saying he plays his minutes as they come and is glad to contribute. He notes Finals urgency and the team’s confidence as they aim to continue the hot stretch.
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McGaughey keeps Day in Belmont jockey race
In the wake of Easy Goer's Preakness defeat, Shug McGaughey says he will keep Pat Day on the 1988 champion for Belmont Stakes despite fan calls for a change. McGaughey notes Day must prove himself with any decision hinging on Day's ride in the Belmont.
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Buccaneers owner eyes move of three home games
Tampa Bay owner Hugh Culverhouse proposes shifting three 1990 home games from Tampa Stadium to Orlando to broaden fan base amid weak attendance and revenue shortfalls. He says a move is a protective measure, not a sale, and notes the team is financially strained while the stadium lease runs to 1996.
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