Giants Take Early Lead in West Race Over Burns
The San Francisco Giants seized a three game edge on Burns with a 2-1 win over the Astros. Dodgers face an uphill battle as a week remains in the tense National League West chase, said Astros manager Harry Walker.
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Giants Eye NL West Title Behind Perry and Marichal
San Francisco widened its lead in the National League West with a victory at the Astrodome as Gaylord Perry and Juan Marichal combined for a strong pitching night. The win followed Willie McCovey’s 18th homer and a fifth inning run via hit by pitch with the bases loaded. Pittsburgh beat St. Louis 5-0 to sharpen NL pennant chase. Mets edged Cubs 5-4. Phillies topped Expos 6-4. Chicago, Oakland posted AL wins.
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AP picks Dallas by 20 points
AP analyst foresees upsets continuing with Atlanta pressuring Roman Gabriel and Buffalo’s offense shining against Miami. The piece projects 12 games Sunday including Jets at St. Louis Monday night, and lists Bills over Dolphins 31 27 and Colts over Browns 28 17 with bold predictions.
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