Celtics Lakers ready for seventh game amid taunts and threats
Boston and Los Angeles clash in a heated NBA finals deciding game with both sides trading insults and rough plays. Larry Bird leads Celtics while James Worthy and Cedric Maxwell engage in testy exchanges as officials fail to eject key players. The series stands tied three apiece with a volatile atmosphere at Boston Garden and threats of violence looming over the finale.
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Blue Jays Lose Ground As Tigers Rally In Toronto
The Detroit Tigers defeated the Toronto Blue Jays 5 to 4 in a nationally televised game. Lou Whitaker hit a two run homer to put Detroit ahead, while Willie Hernandez and Dave Rozema worked in relief and the Tigers dodged late threats as Whitaker later blamed himself for a misplayed ball that kept Toronto close.
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Nelson Confident on Winged Foot as Open Defends Title
U S Open at Winged Foot brings harsh rough, tight fairways and slick greens. Larry Nelson, defending champ, says the tougher the course, the better his chances. He cites improved driving, putting, and a new chipping skill as key factors heading into the event.
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Indians Head West on 12-Game Road Trip
The Cleveland Indians start a 12 game road swing in Oakland, after a 5-8 homestand. Rick Sutcliffe struts against Tim Conroy tonight, Blyleven to face Burris Wednesday, and Comer to duel Codiroli Thursday. The trip hits California, Minnesota, and Seattle, returning June 26. Manager Pat Corrales rotates starters to bullpen due to workload, with relievers Farr Camacho and Waddell also affected. Separately, a minority-owner bid to gain control was rejected. Walter Saich is out, with LeFevre and another bidder alleged contenders.
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