Eckersley stars in dubious playoff role for Oakland
Oakland pitcher Dennis Eckersley, once with Boston, logged four saves in the 1988 playoff run against the Red Sox and saved two games in the first three games of this year’s playoffs, as preparations for today’s game unfold.
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A's sweep looms as CBS eyes playoff hooks
In Oakland, fans and CBS crew brace for a possible four game series sweep as the A's dominate Boston, threatening CBS primetime with scarce commercials and potential make-goods. Ratings drift, and network plans hinge on remaining NL and World Series opportunities.
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Red Sox fall behind as Athletics surge in game
In a messy scoring summary, the Athletics take a 4-1 lead over the Red Sox through Canseco and Henderson on base, Steinbach and Randolph driving runs, with key errors by Rivera and fielding misplays. Brunansky and Evans contribute early for Boston.
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Pittsburgh and Cincinnati Upcoming Games Schedule
Friday Pittsburgh at Cincinnati at 8 27 p.m. If necessary Saturday Pittsburgh at Cincinnati at 8 27 p.m. If necessary Oct 16 World Series begins at NL Champion's park.
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Pirates edge Reds in tense roughfield baseball game
A fragmented box score recounts a Pirates 2 to 5 win over the Reds with early lead by backman and Slyke, later runs by Bonds and Bream, plus injuries and substitutions. The narrative notes homers and doubles, base running errors, and key outs as the Pirates hold on.
A's Top Red Sox Behind Randolph Big Day
Oakland beat Boston 5 2 as Willie Randolph starred with a first inning double and key steals. Jose Canseco Harold Baines and Dave Henden each contributed in the scoring, while Mike Moore shut down the Red Sox through six innings. Eckersley finished with the save as Oakland won its ninth straight postseason game.
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Davis' spectacular throw ends Pirates threat in playoffs
In Cincinnati, Eric Davis flashed Gold Glove range, racing from center to field a wall-bounced ball and fire a one-hop throw to third to nail Bobby Bonilla at the bag. The Reds beat the Pirates 5 3, moving within one win of the World Series as Bonilla laments the failed split-second dash.
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Reds Clinch Win as Pirates Fall in Game 4 Pitching Duel
Cincinnati seized a 3-1 series lead with a 2-1 victory. O Neill homered, Sabo added a two run shot, and Davis made a game turning defensive play. Rijo pitched seven strong innings before Myers finished. Bonilla and Bagwell fame and playoff suspense lingered as Pittsburgh fought hard but fell short.
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