Watson Nicklaus duel at Masters in Augusta
Watson and Nicklaus battled through a dramatic third round at the Masters in Augusta. Watson surged after Nicklaus fell behind, finishing one stroke ahead with Watson at 2 under par and 209 total, while Nicklaus ended 210. Norman and Mahaffey chased as rain swelled the leaderboard.
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Cardinals fall 5 2 to Phillies on Opening Day at Busch
Whitey Herzog rebuilt Cardinals with speed defense and pitching but mustered only five hits off Dick Ruthven as Philadelphia won 5 2. A chaotic eighth inning produced a bizarre triple play as Pete Rose and crew exploited miscues.
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Federko Lifts Blues In Game Three Over Penguins
Bernie Federko scored twice including the go ahead goal with 4:06 left in the third period as the St. Louis Blues beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 5-4 to take a 2-1 series lead in the NHL best of five playoff. Currie assisted the deciding goal on a pinpoint feed from the slot.
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Holmes Defends WBC Title With Unanimous Decision
Larry Holmes retained the World Boxing Council heavyweight title with a unanimous decision over Trevor Berbick in Las Vegas. The 15 round brawl at Caesars Palace Sports Pavilion drew about 4,500, televised on HBO. Holmes, 37-0, used a sharp jab and occasional right hand to outpoint Berbick, 27, despite Berbick pressuring and taunting throughout.
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Du Quoin's Stanhouse Released by Dodgers
Du Quoin native Don Stanhouse, a 30 year old relief pitcher, is set for outright release by the Los Angeles Dodgers after a disappointing tenure hampered by back problems. Dodgers GM Al Campanis said the team will pay the remaining contract as he explored other clubs without interest. Stanhouse, a 1969 Du Quoin High graduate, remains hopeful about returning to the majors.
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