Postseason sparks as Expos top Phillies 3-1 in opener
Montreal's Jim Fanning earned his first major league postseason win as the Expos defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 3-1 to lead the NL East series 1-0. Buck Rogers and the Brewers fell 5-3 to the Yankees in the other East clash. Oakland and Houston also moved ahead, while Carlton struggled for Philadelphia.
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Winfield Faces Playoff Pressure With Yankees
Dave Winfield enters the American League East playoffs under the spotlight after a solid season with the Yankees. He hit .294 with 13 homers and 68 RBIs, embraced by fans and team alike, and Relishes the October test as proof of his overall ability and growth since joining New York.
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Du Quoin and Murphysboro clash in SWE title race
Du Quoin Indians visit Murphysboro in a pivotal Southwest Egyptian Conference showdown. With five teams in contention, Du Quoin aims to snap a 1974 loss to Murphysboro and improve offense led by Bruce Cavins as key back. Murphysboro counters with Bobby Kellum and Tim Flanigan while aiming to boost its 4-0 start despite not being ranked.
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Cox Hopes for MLB Interest After Braves Exit
Braves manager Bobby Cox says he is no longer with Atlanta and hopes to hear from other major league clubs. Ted Turner fired him citing a needed change. a news conference was planned to disclose all details. Cox planned to attend and held no grudge against Turner.
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