Kingman Lifts Mets. Erratic Glove Sparks Cubs Sweep
Dave Kingman homered for the Mets, delivering a key hitting performance while his fielding hiccups nearly cost New York in a doubleheader sweep of the Chicago Cubs. The Mets won 8-6 in the opener and 4-3 in the nightcap, ending Chicago’s seven‑game win streak as New York claimed their first home doubleheader victory since August 31, 1973.
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Rockets thrive at home in Houston playoff win
In Hofheinz Pavilion the Houston Rockets defeated the Boston Celtics 117 to 102, spurring a late surge to reclaim momentum after two Boston losses. Coach Johnny Egan cited closing the fast break by forcing turnovers as key, while Mike Newlin noted the home crowd’s energy.
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Puzzle clue grid by Thomas Joseph LTve
Across and down clues mix wordplay and puns for a daily crossword grid. Entries include basic items such as whip handle and steak order, with fencing, fashion, and friendship themed hints. Unscrambling yields names, dates, and domestic terms common to February style puzzles.
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Astros Rally Behind Richards To Split Reds Series
J R Richard stood tall at six eight as the Houston Astros halted a seven game skid with a 6 5 win over the Cincinnati Reds. Richard limited the Reds to five hits through eight and two thirds innings before yielding in the ninth and earned a 2 2 record. Pete Rose starred for Cincinnati with four hits including a go ahead opposite field homer but Wayne Granger closed the door by striking out Johnny Bench as Houston evened the double header at one win each.
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Clay Carroll
Fred Sherman
Royals surge continues as five-man rotation shines
The Kansas City Royals stretched their win streak to five and lead to 142 games in the AL West after a 2-0 win over the Texas Rangers. Al Fitzmorris threw six hits with six shutout innings, while Hal McRae, George Brett, and Fred Patek drove in the runs. Oakland swept Minnesota 4-1 and 5-1 to cut KC's edge. Elsewhere, Angels beat White Sox 8-4. Red Sox crushed Orioles 10-2. Indians topped Brewers 7-4. Yankees routed Tigers 7-1. The Royals' strong pitching anchored by Busby Splittorff Fitzmorris Briles and Dal Canton fuels history-making start.
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McGee Wins Pensacola Open in First Tour Victory
Jerry McGee breaks eight-year drought with a 13 under par 271 to win the $25,000 first prize at the Pensacola Open. He edges Wally Armstrong by two strokes at Pensacola Country Club, earning a Masters and Tournament of Champions berth. McGee credited his wife Jill and noted friend Bruce Crampton finished in a tie before slipping back.
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