Pain in neck may hinder Watson at PGA opening
Tom Watson reported partial relief from a chronic neck problem after therapy and says he can swing but may be hampered by pain during impact. He hopes it does not stiffen overnight as he pursues a career sweep of golf's majors at the 65th PGA Championship amid a wide open field and $600,000 in prize money.
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Finley hails Kuhn exit as greatest day in baseball
Former Oakland A's owner Charlie Finley, longtime critic of commissioner Bowie Kuhn, celebrates Kuhn's decision to step down. He recalls past clashes since the 1970s including fines, suspensions, and high profile player trades and a 1977 $10 million suit loss, calling Kuhn's departure a pivotal moment in the game.
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Where'd Rader's Rangers go a long season ago
Texas Rangers fans dwindled as the club slumped to a 5-21 post All-Star record and seven straight losses. The White Sox gained breathing room in the AL West while rookie manager Doug Rader once kept the mood light. A turnaround still seemed possible as the season progressed.
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Rangers Must Start Winning Now For Championship Run
Sports View notes October World Series tickets demand and urges Texas to begin a five to six week winning streak to claim a season title. With White Sox and Angels surging, the Rangers risk ending up out of the AL chase if they lag. Rader and team must seize opportunity to finish strong this season.
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Oiler Moriarity Excited About Start At Running Back
Houston rookie Larry Moriarity overcame a serious truck accident and spinal meningitis to become a fifth round pick. After high school injuries and weight lifting he started at Notre Dame and earned a spot beside Earl Campbell for the Oilers in the preseason opener against the Baltimore Colts in the Astrodome.
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