Spinks’s September return in doubt after rib injury
The article notes Leon Spinks is officially hurt and will not fight until September and not in Bophuthatswana. It discusses potential opponents Muhammad Ali Ken Norton and ongoing promotional pressure. The World Boxing Association backs a Spinks Ali rematch while the WBC sets a sign by date or lose title and the Nevada commission suspends him 90 days for a rib cartilage injury.
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Alexander to pitch for Rangers
Doyle Alexander speaks his mind in spring training as he is set to pitch for the Texas Rangers against the Kansas City Royals after a rainout. Manager Billy Hunter defends the rotation plan and notes Alexander has faced criticism before, yet remains allowed to pitch.
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Catcher Never Wins AL Batting Title
A catcher who was a regular at his position has never won an American League batting title. The remark highlights the rarity of a catcher securing the league’s batting crown and underscores the position's typical focus on defense and handling pitchers rather than hitting titles.
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