Brett's Steals Lift KC To Fourth Straight Win
Kansas City Royals third baseman George Brett stole home for the first time and drove in a run as KC beat the Cleveland Indians 4-3 in 10 innings. Brett's speed, three hits, and a late rally, aided by Mark Littell’s relief win, kept KC eight games ahead of Oakland in the AL West.
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Tigers rally behind Fidrych and Kimm in 3-2 win
Detroit Tigers rookie Jim Fidrych earned his 14th victory with an eighth inning home run by Bruce Kimm, lifting the Tigers to a 3-2 win over the California Angels. Kimm celebrated as Fidrych showcased his energy while fans watched a dynamic young star. In other AL action, Brett stole home for Kansas City in a 4-3 win over Cleveland.
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Reds struggle on skid as Braves hand them fourth straight loss
Sparky Anderson stays stoic while Pete Rose voices the Reds message as Cincinnati drops 3-2 to Atlanta. In other NL action, Phillies rout Expos 11-3, Dodgers edge Mets 4-3, Cardinals down Padres 9-4, Astros beat Cubs 8-1, and Giants top Pirates 7-6.
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Russian Diver Nemtsanov Chooses Return Home
Montreal reports state Russian diver Sergei Nemtsanov, 17, has decided to return to the Soviet Union after concerns for his grandmother. A Soviet consulate official confirmed he was at the consulate but tired and unavailable for comment. Immigration officials said the choice to stay or go back was entirely his. He had left the Olympic Village July 29 and had stayed with Canadian families while in Canada.
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Hays American Legion captures Class A state title at El Dorado
Hays American Legion won the Class A state tournament at El Dorado with a 5-2 final over Manhattan. They defeated Olathe 5-1 Great Bend 9-7 McPherson 5-3 to clinch the crown. John Kriviansky of Manhattan claimed the state batting title with a .583 average.
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Attendance Varied In NFL Exhibitions
Bruce Lowitt notes NFL preseason attendance varied by city with Buffalo drawing about 31,000 in Rich Stadium for Bills vs New Orleans while Washington attracted over 40,000 for a loss to Pittsburgh and Chicago hosted 54,338 for the Bears beat Baltimore. Through three of six weekends, overall average is down but climbs as regular season nears. factors include hotter weather, later lineups, optional season tickets, early games in neutral sites, and price increases.
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Matuszak Released From Hospital
Kansas City Chiefs defensive end John Matuszak was discharged from the hospital after tests showed no issues beyond hypoglycemia. He will rest for a few days and his status will be reviewed. no further details were provided by coach Paul Wiggin.
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Farm Auction Notice Sold Farm Moves to Ottawa
Auction announces sale of farm as owners relocate to Ottawa. Location given as 3 miles south of Ottawa on Highway K-59 toward Rock Creek School, then 6 miles east and 1 south, or 3 west and 1 mile south of Rantoul. Bidding details not provided.
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