Rangers complete first perfect triple play in Texas history
Rangers defeat Oakland 5-2 and 3-0 in a doubleheader sweep, highlighted by a flawless triple play starting with Toby Harrah on Manny Sanguillen. Roger Moret notches his second win as Texas tightens its grip in the AL West race, while Harrah is ejected after a first-game fistfight with pitcher Jim Umbarger.
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Milt Wilcox
Jason Thompson
Pirates Triumph 7 6 As Fregosi Sparks Rally
The Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Chicago Cubs 7-6 with a ninth inning rally sparked by Jim Fregosi. In other NL action, Dodgers shut out Reds 4-0 behind Tommy John two-hitter and a homer, Cardinals toppled Mets 4-2 on Ken Reitz’s ninth inning homer, Expos edged Padres 6-5 as Cromartie delivered an eighth inning RBI single.
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Warren Cromartie
Montreal
San Diego
Chris Speier
Padre
Bob Shirley
Jose Morales
Dave Cash
Cromartie
Mr. Cub Banks Enter Hall of Fame in Cooperstown
Ernie Banks, nicknamed Mr. Cub, was inducted into baseball’s Hall of Fame in Cooperstown. Commissioner Bowie Kuhn introduced him as he praised Banks who hit 512 home runs in 19 major league seasons while thousands gathered for the ceremony in the Adirondack village.
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Banks Enshrined as Hall of Fame Dedication Occurs
Ernie Banks joins Hall of Fame with praise from peers as critics recall Babe Ruth and Jackie Robinson while ceremonies honor Al Lopez Amos Rusie Martin Dihigo and John Henry Lloyd. The 35th Hall of Fame exhibition game ends with the Twins beating the Phillies 8-5 at Doubleday Field.
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al Lopez
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John Henry
Pop” Lloyd
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Gary Serum
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Joe Cronin
Bob Feller
Luke Appling
Burleigh Grimes
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Lloyd Waner
Roy Campanella
Stan Coveleski
Stan Musial
Rube Marquard
Raiders Crush Oilers 40 0 In Opening Exhibition
Oakland dominates Houston 40 to 0 as Ken Stabler and Mike Rae connect for two TDs while Pastorini and Hadl struggle. Oilers manage only 142 yards and eight first downs. Raiders roll to a commanding preseason win led by defensive intensity and a standout performance from Morris Bradshaw.
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