Cubs' Franks praised as best by Expos and peers
Chicago Cubs improved to 47-22 with a 4-2 win over the Montreal Expos, their eighth straight victory. Manager Herman Franks draws high praise from Expos VP Charlie Fox and players Bruce Sutter and Rick Reuschel credit the skipper for a winning attitude and balanced lineup contributions.
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Reitz drives eight RBIs in Cardinals nightcap sweep
Kenny Reitz belts two home runs and eight RBIs as the St. Louis Cardinals top the Pittsburgh Pirates 13-3 to complete a doubleheader sweep. He also contributed a grand slam in the nightcap, with Joe Jackson? no, disregard. this is Reitz. The night’s offensive outburst secures a two-game win and extends the Cardinals' hot streak.
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McEnroe Emerges as Wimbledon Junior Turned Semifinalist
The 18-year-old American from Douglaston, John McEnroe, becomes Wimbledon’s youngest semifinalist by defeating Phil Dent in the quarterfinals. He will face top seed Jimmy Connors, while Bjorn Borg and Vitas Gerulaitis advance to join the men's semifinals, with McEnroe weighing college plans and possible pro switch.
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Theft of Fanfreluche at Claiborne Farm Shocks Kentucky
Authorities say a mare valued at about 500000, Fanfreluche, was stolen after two pasture fences were cut. The foal to Secretariat was led to a horse van and driven away in a carefully planned theft. Investigators believe the thieves were familiar with the farm and a ransom theory is possible but no demand has been received.
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