Ali Era Nears End in New Orleans Boxing Rematch
The article frames Muhammad Ali versus Leon Spinks in New Orleans as a clash signaling the end of Ali’s era in a city linked to boxing’s origins. It recalls James J. Corbett’s 1892 era-shaping win and parallels it to Spinks challenging Ali at the Superdome amid debates over Ali’s readiness and the sport’s generational shift.
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Leon Spinks
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New York Times
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Times
Las Vegas
Pirates get Inspiration from flag in tense late homer scene
Pittsburgh beat St Louis 7-4 as Phil Garner hit a grand slam after a near-disaster in the bullpen. Dale Berra and teammates discussed a stray ball backstopping a potential call to time out, a moment that could have nullified Garner's homer.
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Bob Forsch
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Tekulve
Dick Stella
Stella
Forsch
Cardinals
Tanner
Card set with three title bouts on ABC telecast
Three additional title shots accompany a seven to ten p.m. CDT ABC telecast. WBA light heavyweight champion Victor Galindez faces Mike Rossman of Turnersville, New Jersey, and WBC featherweight king Danny Lopez meets Juan Margarez of Argentina. Also on the card Jorge Lujan of Panama fights Alberto Davila of Pomona, California for the bantamweight title.
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Lamar prep for SIU with new QB options and lineup changes
Lamar coach praises progress and considers Greg Stranan as a potential early game spark behind quarterback Gerald Carr while starter Behn remains the Cards’ choice. In the Salukis lineup, guard shift may occur if Steve Wheeler is sidelined, with Darrin Davis ready to step in. Kevin Woods returns to practice as Matt Burnett anchors a strong defense alongside Behn passing attempts and Boo Robinson as a key receiver.
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Pirates rally past Cardinals as Garner hits first grand slam
In a 7-4 Pittsburgh victory, Phil Garner hit the Pirates first grand slam off Bob Forsch to spark a late rally. The win keeps Pittsburgh four games behind Philadelphia in the NL East as St Louis drops toward the bottom of the standings. Ted Simmons of the Cardinals expressed professional resolve, while Pirates starter Jim Rooker earned the decision after a strong start despite a late Cardinals surge.
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Ken Reitz
Kent Tekuvle
Montreal Expos
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Simmons
Walton forfeits camp to see Dead in Egypt
NBA MVP Bill Walton traveled to Cairo to escape trade controversy and rest a fractured left foot. He said his injury worsened by injections used to play in playoffs and questioned Portland's handling. Walton hopes to join a team with responsible management once healed.
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Lamar vs SIUC football preview from Beaumont
Lamar coach Bob Frederick jokes about last year’s meeting with SIUC Salukis as he previews the 7:30 p.m. matchup at Cardinal Stadium. The Cardinals 0-1 after a 21-17 loss to Northwestern Louisiana, SIUC also 0-1 after a 38-14 defeat by Drake.
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Sparta High moves to Class AA in IHSA basketball season
Sparta High School will compete in Class AA after enrollment rises to 790 from 745, the only Southern Illinois school shifting class status. The IHSA two class system places schools above 750 in AA, while those below compete in A. Fellow South Seven schools Benton and West Frankfort exceed 750 again, with Metropolis and Brookport maintaining separate enrollments.
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Carbondale
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