Ivie's two run double lifts Astros past Pirates 5-3
Mike Ivies two run double in the ninth capped a 5-3 Houston win over Pittsburgh. Jose Cruz drove in three with a homer and a double. Joe Sambito earned the win in relief as the Astros extended their winning streak to five.
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Rangers Pitching Streak Sparks Manager Hopes
Texas Rangers manager Don Zimmer, pitching coach Jackie Brown, and starter Rick Honeycutt credit a deep, in-form rotation for a four straight shutouts run. Darwin, Medich, Jenkins, Comer, and Babcock all contributed as the staffes achieved a team-record string, with optimism to sustain the hot pitching into the season.
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Hundley Suspended Indefinitely by American Association
Des Moines Iowa Randy Hundley manager of the Iowa Oaks was suspended indefinitely by American Association officials after an incident with the home plate umpire. He kicked dirt on the umpire shoes and spoke sharply. Javier Fierro will manage in his absence as officials could not say how long the suspension will last. The Oaks beat Indianapolis 3 2 in Thursday’s game.
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