Prodigal Billy Martin returns to Yankees at LaGuardia
Billy Martin arrives at LaGuardia amid fanfare after George Steinbrenner confirms his return to manage the New York Yankees for the 1980 season and remaining 1980 commitments. Martin vows to run the team his own way with Art Fowler as pitching coach and aims to restore World Series glory alongside Reggie Jackson.
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Orioles win by the book in 8-7 victory over Indians
Orioles beat Cleveland 8-7 as Earl Weaver argued a seventh inning play, produced a tearful rule-book protest and an ejection. Don Stanhouse earned the win in relief after Gary Roenicke's ninth inning sacrifice fly scored Kiko Garcia. Garcia opened the inning with a walk and moved on to third on Ken Singleton’s infield hit.
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Martin Jackson troubles over claims Yankees Steinbrenner
Milton Richman reports on George Steinbrenner promising harmony between Billy Martin and Reggie Jackson after a tense previous season. Steinbrenner asserts he will keep the team together, with Martin and Jackson now under his management in New York.
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Steinbrenner names Martin Yankees manager after talks
George Steinbrenner describes a 360 degree turn for Billy Martin as he reinstates Martin as Yankees manager replacing Bob Lemon. Steinbrenner cites four hour talks in Columbus and Dallas discussions with Reggie Jackson as key to the decision, praising Lemon’s earlier championship but noting the team’s loss of spark. Short offered blunt advice to Jackson to stay steady and to Martin to not change his approach, predicting continued success.
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Too Tall Jones Eyes Boxing Career
Dallas Cowboys defensive end Ed Too Tall Jones, a five year NFL veteran, is expected to announce retirement from football to pursue professional boxing. He had stalled in contract talks and was set to reveal the move at a New York news conference.
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Jones Eyes Heavyweight Run After Cowboys bid
The 6 foot 9 inch, 270 pound Jones in New York amid rumors of a boxing switch. Dave Wolfe, linked to former Olympic heavyweight Duane Bobick, said no confirmation but warned Ed may announce a career change at a press conference. Jones sought a 1.3 million long term deal after Cowboys contract talks stalled.
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Pirates Open Two-Game Set With Giants In San Francisco
Pittsburgh aims to extend a three game win streak as they travel to face the San Francisco Giants in the opener of a two game series. The Pirates swept the Dodgers over the weekend. Beavers beat Portland 5-4 as Pascual Perez earned the win. John Candelaria vs John Montefusco slated for tonight.
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Roundup of AL games sparks series of leads and late hits
In AL action Seattle beat Chicago 5-1 aided by Bruce Bochte's fifth inning RBI single and Mike Parrott's seven-hitter. California defeated Texas 5-0 as Oscar Gamble broke Nolan Ryan's no hit bid with a one-out single in the eighth. Boston edged Detroit 9-8 with Jim Rice driving in two on a bases-loaded single in the eighth after a rain-delayed, two-hour wait. Kansas City topped Oakland 3-2.
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Astros edge Mets in marathon for 3 2 win in 18 innings
The Astros outlasted the Mets 3 2 after 18 innings in a five hour game. Dock Ellis made his pitching debut for New York while Bert Roberge earned the win for Houston as 20 players and five pitchers were used in a record long affair. The Mets led 2 0 before Houston tied it in the fifth and won with a walk off hit by Craig Reynolds in the 18th.
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NL Roundup Nets Close Scores From Big League Night
Cincinnati edged Montreal 3-2 while Atlanta hammered Philadelphia 10-5. San Diego beat St Louis 3-2 and Los Angeles overcame Chicago 7-3. Ray Knight drove in the decisive run with an eighth inning RBI triple as Bonham and Bair combined on a seven hitter. Gary Matthews hit two homers and four RBIs. Dusty Baker snapped his 0-for-21 skid with two two run shots for LA, Burt Hooton allowed eight hits. Dusty Baker and Hooton starred as NL teams split wins and losses.
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WVU coach Cignetti vows to stay despite cancer
Frank Cignetti, 40, said he will not surrender the head coaching job at West Virginia University as he undergoes chemotherapy. After a meeting with Athletic Director Dick Martin, a university spokesman stressed Cignetti remains coach this year, with the final decision up to him. Earlier, Cignetti underwent two operations after the 1978 season, and in June the school disclosed he has cancer.
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