Yankees surge in September chase continues
The Yankees beat Detroit 4-2 as Boston lost 4-1 to Baltimore. New York closed to four games behind the Red Sox, the closest they have been to first since June 9, with September looming as a repeat of last season’s surge. Roy White hit a three-run homer and Dick Tidrow and Rich Gossage secured the win.
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Stargell Sees Pirates Aiming At 1971 Title Run
Willie Stargell compares 198? Pirates prospects to the 1971 champions as Pittsburgh beats the Mets 8-0 to trim NL East gap. Jerry Reuss shines with four-hit pitching and a five-run third inning. Other NL scores include Astros 3 Reds 2 Braves 8 Padres 1 Expos 10 Cubs 8. Dodgers-Giants rainout.
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Vida Blue Shifts to Giants Drives Team Toward World Series
Vida Blue has sparked the San Francisco Giants with a 16-9 record as they near the end of the season facing the Dodgers. The lefty star expects to pitch next Monday or Tuesday as the NL West tightens, after signing a six-year contract exceeding 2 million dollars. Blue credits his revived confidence to crowd reaction and team support since joining the Giants from Oakland.
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