Buddy Delp's Derby Moment with Spectacular Bid
AP Special Correspondent Will Grimsley profiles Buddy Delp, trainer of Spectacular Bid, as Kentucky Derby No 105 looms. Delp faces scrutiny whether Bid triumphs or falters, with a hard‑nosed, plainspoken persona shaped by years around the track and a fiery personality toward his jockey Ron Franklin. Delp’s 46 years old Maryland birth background, Laurel fire setback, and laborious climb to late success paint a gritty portrait of a trainer under bright spotlight.
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Bills pick Cousineau first in NFL draft blaze
The Buffalo Bills used the No 1 overall pick to select Ohio State linebacker Tom Cousineau as they begin rebuilding their porous defense. The Chiefs took Mike Bell, the Bengals drafted Jack Thompson, and Dan Hampton went to the Bears while Buffalo added Jerry Butler at No 5.
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Astros beat Cardinals 4-1 as Reynolds extends streak
In St Louis the Astros improved defense and pitching set the tone for an 4-1 win over the Cardinals. Craig Reynolds, newcomer and ex Mariners shortstop, pushed his hitting streak to 13 games though a Reynolds single that went for naught did not score. Pitcher Phil Niekro delivered a strong start as Houston benefited from winter trade acquisitions for surprising early season success.
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Astros extend lead as Ashby drives in two in win
Alan Ashby drove in two runs as the Houston Astros improved to 16-8, their best start in 18 seasons. Manager Al Lopez credited solid pitching and added Reynolds to the lineup, saying the club will not be a bad team even with potential absences.
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Landry pleased with Cowboys draft bonanza in first rounds
Dallas coach Tom Landry hailed a strong NFL draft for the Cowboys after two early picks, center Robert Shaw of Tennessee and cornerback Aaron Mitchell of Nevada Las Vegas, expressing confidence Shaw can play guard too and Mitchell brings size and aggression. Shaw, first Cowboys opening-round center since 1966, eyed late second or third-round pick, while Mitchell competes at left cornerback against Mark Washington or Dennis Thurman. Landry noted four to five rookie spots and predicted competition, with St Louis as a tough NFC East rival after drafting a backfield.
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Oilers draft two sturdy defensive linemen in rounds two
Houston Oiler defensive coach Ed Biles returns to the draft scene as Houston acquires two beefy linemen in round two. Mike Stensrud from Iowa State and Jesse Baker from Jacksonville State fit the pass rush profile, with Biles predicting they could develop into formidable linemen alongside Cedric Hardeman Dwight White and L.C. Greenwood.
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Open Playday for Nolan County 4-H Horse Club May 12
Nolan County 4-H Horse Club sponsors an Open Playday at the Nolan County Coliseum in Sweetwater with 8 a.m. registration and 9 a.m. start. Events include Western Pleasure, Reining, Barrels, Flags and Poles for four age groups. Entry $2 per event, trophies for top five in each event, High Point trophies by age group. Jackpot Barrels Poles and Flags after playday for $5. Concession stand. free public admission. For details call local extension staff.
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