Grubb Drives Rangers Past Royals with Three RBIs
John Grubb slugged a homer and drove in three runs as the Texas Rangers beat Kansas City 8-2. Grubb noted extra batting practice helped improve his swing after a rough spell, and Lamar Johnson added a homer with three RBIs. Charlie Hough earned the win, the first Ranger pitcher this season with a winning record, going the distance.
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Abdul-Jabbar wary of 76ers in opening series win
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar tempered Lakers fans after a 124-117 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers in game one of the NBA finals. He praised Philadelphia's play and warned they would adjust. Jamaal Wilkes and Norm Nixon led LA with 24 points apiece as Magic Johnson dominated rebounds and assists.
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Midland Cubs split double header with Arkansas Travelers
Midland loses 4-3 on beer night as Cubs err and trail 1-0 then win 2-1 in nightcap. Henry Cotto bats, Joe Carter homers, pitching by Horton and Keener, seventh inning rally wins. Nightcap bases loaded ends with Hyman scoring on fumbled throw. Cubs Notes preview next doubleheader. standings shown.
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Maltbie Opens Six Stroke Memorial Golf Lead At Dublin
Roger Maltbie fired a six under par 66 to reach 134 net 36 holes at Muirfield Village. He leads by six over Hale Irwin, Hal Sutton, Scott Simpson and Peter Oosterhuis while Nicklaus sits 142. Maltbie attributed success to a new half moon putter and strong back nine including an eagle and three birdies. Arnold Palmer and others trailed as CBS TV coverage set for weekend rounds.
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Odessans Sign With Raiders For Tech Track Scholarships
Special to the American. Odessa athletes Charles Ricks and Tony Gamble signed Southwest Conference track scholarships with Texas Tech. Red Raider Corky Oglesby conducted the signings in Odessa with ASID Alfred White noting Ricks earlier swept 100 and 200 at the Class 4A State Meet in Austin. Gamble, a state meet winner in the 800, ran 1 53.7. Both are first Tech signees of the year.
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