Canadiens Clinch Stanley Cup in Four Games
Montreal captures the Stanley Cup with a 5-3 win over the Flyers, finishing a four-game sweep after a dominant postseason run. Reggie Leach of Philadelphia earned the Conn Smythe, while Ken Dryden and Scotty Bowman led the Canadiens to the title amid jubilant celebrations.
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Missouri shines as Jayhawks sweep Big Eight track
In Lincoln, Kansas dominates with nine event wins, led by a 39.2 second 440 relay and 3:05.8 mile relay. Missouri grabs a surprise second as freshmen Dele Udo and Nat Page shine, while Kansas star Nolan Cromwell clocks 49.5 in the 400 hurdles. Colorado’s Musgrave earns two wins and the meet’s outstanding honors.
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Suns Reach NBA Finals With 94 86 Win Over Warriors
The Phoenix Suns upset the Golden State Warriors 94 86 on their home court in Oakland to win the best of seven series 4 3 and advance to the NBA finals. Paul Westphal and Gar Heard each scored 21 as Alvan Adams added 18 and a career high 20 rebounds. Rick Barry led GS with 20 points as Boston beat Cleveland 99 94 to take a 3 2 lead in their semifinal. The Cavs must win Tuesday to stay alive while Phoenix seeks the title.
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Super Mex Rides Again Wins Fort Worth Duel
Lee Trevino, nicknamed Super Mex, wins a $200,000 tournament in Fort Worth after surrendering a three stroke lead, mirroring his usual dramatic style as he edges Mike Morley with a clutch birdie. Trevino expresses disbelief at his victory.
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Texas Gals Claim Team Title At IA AW Track Meet
Prairie View A&M led by Shirley Williams won the IA AW track meet title in Manhattan Kansas with 60 points as Williams anchored the 400 meter and both relays. Mary Ayres Carol Cummings Beverly Day and others delivered top finishes helping the eight member Texas team surge ahead in the rainy two day event.
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