Rangers power play clicks in 7-3 win over Flyers
New York rode a 4-for-5 power play to erase Game 1 woes and split the series with Philadelphia, led by Mikko Leinonen with a playoff record six assists. Ron Duguay Don Maloney and Robbie Fiorek scored with the man advantage as Barry Beck cited increased physical play.
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Knicks Fall From Playoffs After Dramatic 50-Win Collapse
The New York Knicks, once NBA contenders with a 50-win season, are eliminated from playoff contention as Boston defeats them 110-106 at Madison Square Garden. Michael Ray Richardson leads New York with 24 points while Campy Russell laments a season of disappointment amid injuries and suspensions. Portland beats Phoenix 106-104 and Seattle edges San Diego 117-115 in overtime as Pacers and other results shape the closers.
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Mets rally past Phillies on Carlton’s rough Opening Day
New York Mets knock Steve Carlton for seven runs in seven innings to beat Philadelphia 7 2 on Opening Day. Bob Bailor drives in three with two doubles and a single as Mets capitalize on early misplays, backstopped by Randy Jones’s six innings of seven hit ball.
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Baseball strike hurt Tribe most
A Pitt study finds attendance losses hit the Cleveland Indians and Atlanta Braves hardest, each off about 63 percent from pre strike projections. The Pittsburgh Pirates drew under 50 percent of expected fans, while Detroit Tigers attendance rose about 45 percent above projections.
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Coach turns down Big Ten job at Wisconsin
Illinois State coach Bob Donewald says he will stay at ISU and has withdrawn from consideration for the Wisconsin post. His Redbirds finished 17-12 and upset Bradley in the MVC tournament. All five starters return next year as he emphasizes remaining with his players.
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C and H Fabricators Clinch Cardettes Title at Cardi Lanes
C and H Fabricators finished the second half with a 31 17 record to edge J C Insurance which ended 30 18 for the Cardettes league championship at Cardi Lanes.
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Couture Dominates Early Cleveland Open Bowls On Lanes
Pete Couture leads the $200,000 Cleveland Open after five rounds at Buckeye Lanes with a 5,977 total and two 289 games. Marshal Holmar, Don Genalo, and Kenny Hall chase, while boxing headliner Larry Holmes fights in Cleveland amid Friday cards. Finalists will contend for a $13,000 first prize Saturday.
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