Crusaders edge Whalers in game three as Cheevers shines
Cleveland goalie Gerry Cheevers played well but received little defense, allowing two goals in the first period as the Whalers rallied from a 2-0 deficit to defeat the Crusaders 2-1. Boston newspaper notes the series shifts to Cleveland for games three and four with expectations of a must-win home stand.
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Brewers overpower Indians as Scott shines at Cleveland Stadium
Milwaukee’s George Scott homered four times at Cleveland Stadium powering a 4-1 10 victory over the Indians. Scott said the park suits his power and he enjoys hitting here more than Milwaukee. The Brewers connected for multiple homers and dominated the game in front of a strong crowd.
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Canadiens and Black Hawks roll over playoff foes
Montreal edged the Flyers 2 1 as Ken Dryden stopped 33 shots and Rejean Houle and Henri Richard scored in the first period. Chicago beat the Rangers 3 1 to take a 3 1 series lead behind Pit Martin and Dennis Hull goals and strong goaltending from Tony Esposito.
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Dennis Hull
Tony Esposito
Rejean Houle
Henri Richard
Terry Crisp
Ken Dryden
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Doug Favell
Dryden
Fred Shero
Al Smith's tough night as Whalers edge Crusaders 3 2
Boston. Goalie Al Smith of the New England Whalers faced shots thudding off posts and crossbar as Cleveland Crusaders lost 3 2. Smith credited luck and noted three Crusaders hits frame his goal. Crusaders coach Bill Needham criticized flat skating and poor effort across lines.
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Colbert opens MONY Tournament lead with six under par
Jim Colbert shot a six under par 66 to take a one stroke lead over Homero Blancas after the first round in Rancho La Costa. The veteran said he stays level and avoids elation, explaining he aims to keep his emotions in check rather than impress others.
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Perkins Sparks Pioneers For Sandusky Relays Test
Elyria joins 12 Buckeye Conference teams at Sandusky Relays with 10 a.m. prelims and 2 p.m. finals. Coach Bob Slager targets shuttle hurdles sprint sprint pole vault and high jump relays while IRA Perkins and others return. Strong foes include Upper Arlington Worthington Lorain Admiral King Mansfield and Sandusky hosts shaping the meet.
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