Barker Masterpiece From Curveball Wins 3-0 Over Blue Jays
Cleveland right hander Len Barker delighted Toronto hitters and Indians fans with a hard curveball that acted like a fastball. He struck out 11, retired 27 of 28, and pitched a 3-0 perfect game, denying the Blue Jays any hit as his ERA dropped to 1.31 for the season.
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Shockers star Joe Carter as leader and record holder
Wichita State slugger Joe Carter, a multi sport standout, has already set NCAA season and career marks in RBI and total bases while guiding the Shockers to top MVC status. Scouts project a high MLB draft pick as Carter contemplates turning pro after the season to pursue the majors, aiming to finish his degree.
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Royals ride Aikens McRae homer burst to 7 6 win over Red Sox
Royals built a 7-0 fourth inning lead on Willie Aikens and Hal McRae consecutive homers and added runs as Dennis Eckersley struggled in relief. Boston, held to one hit in three innings by Larry Gura, clawed back with two later runs before Dan Quisenberry closed out the save.
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White Sox cruise past Rangers behind early onslaught
Jim Morrison and Bill Almon drove in two runs apiece as Chicago built a five-run second inning and defeated Texas 9 to 1. Harold Baines collected four hits and scored three times, while Danny Darwin suffered the loss.
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