Let The Sparks Fly as Sparky Lyle Publishes Controversial Book
New York AP Sparky Lyle promotes The Bronx Zoo in stores and press conferences. He faces former Yankees teammates in Texas Ranger duties and denies sending advance copies. Critics call the kiss and tell memoir a Ball Four sequel, with debates over motive and pay. Crowds line up for signed copies, but several notable figures are absent.
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Yankee Owners Quotes Roiling Baseball Drama
The source captures sharp opinions from George Steinbrenner about power and ruthlessness, Reggie Jackson on fame and quotability, Billy Martin blaming temper and control, and a Dodgers critique of class and excuses. Sparky remains quoted on mound discipline with a pointed warning.
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A J Foyt Criticizes CART and Gas Policy Ahead of Indy 500
A J Foyt, winner of Indianapolis four times, blasts CART as power grabbers and warns blockers could meet walling resistance at the Indy 500. He questions a gas shortage, targets EPA rules, and promotes methanol as a cleaner alternative, noting simple carburetor tweaks could adapt cars to alcohol.
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Kings Look to Even Playoff Series With Suns
Kansas City Kings coach Cotton Fitzsimmons led a focused practice after a 102 99 series opening loss to Phoenix as guard Phil Ford and forward Truck Robinson whose teams faced a 1 0 deficit spoke of fundamentals over tricks. Ford blamed shot selection for a poor showing while Robinson praised his illness comeback and the Suns approach. The game slated for 7 35 p.m. emphasized basics with no talk of must wins.
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Downing, Lansford spark Angels past Twins 6 4
California beats Minnesota 6-4 as Downing plates two with a eighth inning single and Sanford adds a ninth inning homer. Adams and Rudi contribute early power tandis twins fall short in the three-game set. Boston tops Milwaukee 5-3 behind Rainey’s win and Orioles top Yankees 6-3 as Palmer settles after a rough first.
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Watson Leads Elite Gathering at La Costa
Tom Watson fired a 3 under par 69 to take the first round lead at the $300,000 Tournament of Champions at La Costa, citing the deep rough and small greens as demanding factors. Ron Streck stood with a 70, while Gary Player Ray Floyd Victor Regalado Gil Morgan and Jack Nicklaus were among a pack at par 72.
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