Derby winner faces rising challenge as Preakness looms
Kentucky Derby winner Foolish Pleasure headlines a pack eyeing the May 17 Preakness at Pimlico. Along with him, three or four Derby starters may travel, joined by Diabolo Bold Chapeau Avatar Singh Winter Fox Con Man Gallant Bob Dancing Champ North of the Law Laramie Trail Greek Answer and others, with Greek Answer needing a $10,000 supplement to run.
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Celtics face shooting slump as they take 2-1 series lead
Boston defeats Washington 101-90 to move within one win of the Eastern Conference final. Havlicek scores 26, Cowens 24, White 21 as the Celtics hit just 39 percent from the floor, while Silas adds 10 points and 25 rebounds. Coach Heinsohn cites offensive struggles despite strong defense and rebounding.
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Dooleys World UM Profit Share Inquiry
A reader questions how to pursue a profit share increase from a partner, asking whom to contact for formal discussion and potential adjustment. The message reflects concern about dividing profits and seeking guidance on steps to raise the share.
Astros Giants Walk To Record In Doubleheader
Houston's Bob Watson scored the millionth MLB run at Candlestick as the Astros and Giants combined for a record 42 walks in a two game doubleheader. Houston swept the 12-8 second game after an 8-6 opener, with 18 pitchers involved and 9,451 fans watching. Willie Montanez was acquired by the Giants from the Phillies. Garry Maddox moved to Philadelphia.
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Gary Thomasson
Jim Barr
Jim York
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John D'Acquisto
Crossword by THOMAS JOSEPH
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Major League Leaders by The Associated Press
American League leaders include Munson and Yount in batting and Henderson Otis and Rivers in runs. Home run leaders Horton May and Killebrew, while pitching leaders feature Kaat Ryan and Blue with strong ERAs. National League leaders list Lacy Reitz and Garvey with key marks in batting runs and hits, plus notable doubles and steals, with Messersmith Sutton leading strikeouts.
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Baseball Standings and Sunday Results Across Leagues
Baseball standings show Chicago leading New York and Philadelphia in the NL while Montreal and Houston chase in the East and West. Sunday results include Montreal 3 New York 0, Chicago 8 St. Louis 6, San Francisco 8 8 Houston 6, and San Diego 10 Los Angeles 0 with rain and postponements noted for several games.
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Warriors Hope for Home Stand in NBA Finals Chase
Golden State trails Chicago 2-1 in the Western Conference finals after a 108-101 setback at Chicago Stadium. Norm Van Lier led the Bulls with 35 points as Chicago moved ahead early in the third, while Rick Barry and the Warriors guard trio tried to rally on their home court with Tuesday and Thursday games looming.
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Homecourt fails to help Denver in ABA playoffs
In the Western Division final Indiana defeated Denver 104-94 to clinch a spot in the ABA championship series starting May 13 in Louisville against Kentucky. George McGinnis starred with 40 points 23 rebounds and eight assists as Denver faded after a strong home record. Bobby Jones led Denver with 20 points and 15 rebounds.
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Astrologos wins Birmingham LPGA in sudden death playoff
Maria Astrologos captured the $40,000 Birmingham Golf Classic after an eight foot birdie on the first hole of a sudden death playoff with Joanne Carner and Judy Rankin. Brian Barnes won the French Open with two over par 73 for $6,200. Brian Gottfried and Raul Ramirez won the World Championship of Tennis doubles. Billie Jean King and Tony Trabert won the mixed doubles at Scottsdale. Buddy Baker won the Winston 500 at Talladega by inches. Henri Pescarolo and Derek Bell won the Spa 1000 Kilometers. Pancho Carter won the Hulman Classic sprint race. Bob Klein signed with the Los Angeles Rams. Olsen seeks a trade.
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