Pirates Top Astros as Foli Leads Rally, 4-3
Tim Foli collected three singles and scored twice as Pittsburgh built a 4-0 lead and held off a Houston ninth inning rally. Rick Rhoden allowed six hits then exited in the ninth after a Reynolds double and Cedeno single sparked a late Astros threat.
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Islanders Cruise To 6-3 Win Over Oilers In Key Playoff Game
Denis Potvin blasted three power play goals and set up two more as the New York Islanders beat the Edmonton Oilers 6-3 to take a 2-1 lead in the best of seven series. Potvin’s hat trick tied an NHL playoff record and the Isles improved on their man-advantage efficiency.
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United States Triumphs In Dramatic World Championship Opener
In Goteborg Sweden Olympic star Dave Christian scored on a penalty shot with 1. seconds left for the United States to beat the Netherlands 74 in the B pool opener of the World Championships. The call came after Dutch charges the Dutch claimed the cage was moved during a goal-mouth scramble. Dutch coach Gustav Bubnik protested citing the Netherlands goal was moved only once.
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Clyde signs with Astros Class AA affiliate in Columbus Ga
David Clyde, once a teenage sensation with the Texas Rangers, signs with the Houston Astros Class AA Columbus Georgia affiliate in the Southern League. Astros GM Al Rosen announced the deal as Clyde recovers from arm problems after a 1980s path through trades and a shoulder operation.
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