Former Dodger Amoros dies at 62 in Miami
Sandy Amoros, Cuban born former Brooklyn Dodgers outfielder famed for a late 1955 World Series catch off Yogi Berra, died at Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami at age 62. His attorney said Amoros had been destitute and in failing health in recent years, dying of pneumonia.
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Dodgers Outfielder Ed Amoros Dies at 96
Edmundo Isasi Amoros, a left fielder known for a pivotal World Series catching moment in 1955, died after a long illness. Born January 30, 1930 in Havana, he played seven MLB seasons with the Dodgers who moved to Los Angeles in 1957. He had been living in Miami with his daughter.
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Dream Team routs Cuba 136 57 in Pan Am debut
In Portland, the USA Dream Team crushed Cuba 136 to 57 as Magic Johnson, Charles Barkley, Clyde Drexler and Larry Bird led a dominant performance. Malone scored 16, Stockton and Bird boosted assists and points, while Daly praised focused defense and rebounding. Cuba’s coach Costa Gomez acknowledged the NBA’s high level as the USA moved toward Olympic berths.
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Walker Leads Expos Past Pirates with 9-0 Win
Montreal's Larry Walker blasted a two run homer and a solo shot in a 9-0 victory over Pittsburgh. Moises Alou added a two run homer and double as Brian Barnes earned his first major league win since 1991. Barnes and Tomlin matched strong starts, while Walker eyed an All-Star bid in San Diego.
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Calabria star to play UNC as Blackhawk builds legacy
Calabria, Blackhawk guard and WPIAL star, set to join North Carolina after leading his team to state glory with 33 points in the final. The 6 foot 4 senior, son of Chad Calabria, averaged 24.5 ppg across his high school career, and drew praise for handling pressure and teamwork. He helped Blackhawk win three straight WPIAL titles and a first PIAA crown, then returned home to coach for youth campers, reflecting on his junior year’s fun and senior year’s expectations.
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