Fidrych Back to Pitch as Tigers Face Red Sox in Sellout
Mark Fidrych, the 1976 AL Rookie of the Year known as The Bird, returns to Detroit’s mound for his fourth comeback in four years. He will start against Boston as Tigers seek a win in Tiger Stadium while managing expectations and pitch limits.
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Reggie Jackson hits 400th homer as Yanks win 3-1
Reggie Jackson becomes the 19th major leaguer to reach 400 career homers, lifting the New York Yankees over the Chicago White Sox 3-1. Off the field, Jackson dodges trouble as police report a youth demanded money in front of a Manhattan bar before fleeing. Cheryl Hanchar wins a seat at Yankee Stadium after racing others for the ball Jackson hit for his milestone homer.
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Oilers debut slips as Stabler plays in loss to Buccaneers
Ken Stabler new Oilers quarterback completes nine of 15 passes for 58 yards in Houston 21-7 defeat to Tampa Bay in exhibition. Earl Campbell scores 13-yard TD. Tampa Bay connects on a 61-yard scoring play with Isaac Hagins and Chuck Fusina. New England and Rams also shine in Anaheim exhibition with four TD passes each by Matt Cavanaugh and Vince Ferragamo.
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No Buckeye Trojan rematch in 1981
In Denver the Pac-10 unanimously barred USC and four other schools UCLA Arizona State Oregon Oregon State from 1981 conference titles and bowl games after an internal probe found unearned credits and transcript falsifications. UCLA 1977 football won games were forfeited and USC track titles for 1978 were voided. NCAA may impose further penalties.
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Dilone Fulfills Dream With Tribe Big Steal Pace
Miguel Dilone has become Cleveland's top hitter and a leading base stealer this season, transforming from a Cubs farm prospect to a key Indian. He leads with 18 doubles and 41 steals while batting .350, aiming to top Ray Chapman’s 1917 single season SB record of 52.
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Browns defense eyes improvement after preseason loss
Cincinnati reporting on the Cleveland Browns from wire sources notes defensive coordinator Marty Schottenheimer expresses confidence the unit will improve and remain competitive. He cites a plan and a desire for a stout NFL defense following a 42 0 preseason defeat to Kansas City spotlighting run defense and pass rush concerns.
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