Simpson claims U S Open crown at Olympic Club
Scott Simpson won the 87th U S Open at the Olympic Club, finishing 3 under 277 to edge Tom Watson by one stroke. The 31-year-old veteran, who had rarely broken through, rode steady putting and crucial saves, moving to the top of the 1987 money list with a 150000 first prize.
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Cubs Stroke Offense, Beat Pirates 6-3 at Wrigley
Chicago Cubs rally with Keith Moreland driving in three runs on a two run homer as Steve Trout improves to 4-1 in his last four starts. Pirates strand 13 baserunners, fail to capitalize with runners on and are swept of offense. Bonilla doubled for a first inning lead, Cubs answer with three in the bottom half and extend to 6-2 by fifth. Cubs bullpen seals win. Sanderson placed on 15 day DL with groin strain. Leyland reports hotel theft of $4,000.
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Braves falter as Reds take series with late homer
Atlanta drops a 6-5 decision to Cincinnati as Buddy Bell belted a leadoff 10th inning homer after a benches clearing brawl earlier in the game. The Braves remain in the NL West cellar while Reds ace the series surge.
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Reuss Earns First Win as Angels Rally Past Opponents
Angel Reuss secures his first win in 13 months as the Angels win behind strong defense and catcher Bob Boone. The eight runs, crowd energy, and the newness of the American League are cited as factors in the victory and in Reuss’s analysis of the game.
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Reuss Delivers in Angels AL Debut Shutout Bid
The 38-year-old left-hander pitched the California Angels to an 8-0 win over the Kansas City Royals in his American League debut after signing Friday. He allowed eight hits, struck out six and walked none. It was his first win since May 2, 1986, and his first complete game since September 21, 1985.
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