Holmes Cooney title bout in Caesars parking lot arena
Larry Holmes defends the WBC heavyweight title tonight against Gerry Cooney in a high profile Las Vegas showdown billed as the richest fight in ring history. Holmes, 32, weighs 212 pounds to Cooney’s 225, with the bout expected to draw massive purses and global TV interest. Cooney seeks a stoppage as Holmes aims to extend his 39-0 career and 29 knockouts in a classic stylist slugger matchup.
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Rangers Fire Eddie Robinson in Cleveland of Rangers
Eddie Robinson, 61, was dismissed as Texas Rangers executive vice president for baseball operations. Don Zimmer voiced surprise and said the team is off to a poor start at 17-33, with Chiles planning to fill in as acting GM until a replacement is hired.
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Cooney Holmes Fight Sparks Heavyweight Drama in Fans
The bout fuels a national rush as Gerry Cooney with hopes of a white heavyweight champion faces Larry Holmes who carries a 39-0 record. Public fervor exceeds recent title bouts with bets, questions, and high expectations for a change in the division.
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San Antonio Dodgers overpower Cubs in marathon win
San Antonio defeats Midland 14 8 after a three hour game led by pitcher Dean Rennicke who earned the win and retired the final 13 Cubs. Four Dodgers, Beyers Madison Rivera and Bilardello, had three hits each as 22 runs crossed the plate and 33 hits were recorded. Cubs catcher Joe Carter left with an injury after a knee mishap in the fourth inning.
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