Holmes Set To Defend WBC Crown Against Mike Weaver
Larry Holmes, 30-0 with 21 KOs, defends his WBC heavyweight title against unranked Mike Weaver, an ex Marine with 20-8 record. Holmes, dubbed the "other heavyweight," seeks to clarify his status amid Ali’s lingering shadow as Weaver, ranked 8th by the WBC, faces a tough test in New York where All remains recognized by the WBA as champion.
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Cleveland eyed for heavyweight title bout promoter says
Promoter Don King and Cleveland mayor candidate discussed staging a heavyweight championship boxing card in Cleveland next year sources say. King noted World Boxing Council champ Larry Holmes attended a New York dinner as he prepared for tonight's Holmes vs Weaver bout.
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Holmes Faces Weaver Tuneup Before Shaver Rematch
In a muted heavyweight showcase Holmes defends his title for the third time against Weaver, whose list of opponents includes Mike Creel Bernardo Merced Abdul Khan and Oliver Phillips. Weaver was halted by Duane Bobick in seven rounds, while Holmes earned a 12 round decision over Earnie Shaver in March 1978. Holmes weighed 215 pounds, 13 more than Weaver, and stood 6-3 with a two inch height edge.
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Sparky’s tough night as Tigers fall to Red Sox
Sparky Anderson faced a heated moment in his Detroit managing debut season as Boston’s late call on a ground rule double sparked his protest. Eckersley’s sharp pitching and key hits from Molitor and others kept the Red Sox ahead 3-2, while the Tigers sought momentum in a crowded AL slate.
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Northfield Park Harness Races Canceled Over Severance Dispute
Northfield Park canceled Thursday night harness racing as mutuel clerks refused to work over severance pay. Management agreed to 104,660 dollars for 16 junior employees. union has refused talks. Arbitration offered, timing for resumption uncertain, possibly tonight depending on the union’s actions.
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Elyria Merchants and Lorain Inter nationals Battle to Tie
In a pitchers duel at George Day Field Elyria Merchants and Lorain International played to a 2-2 nine inning tie. Both clubs had seven hits and one unearned run scored off an error. Treuel Schumacher and Brodka starred with two hits apiece as Elyria improves to 8-2 and Lorain to 7-4 though the game will be made up later.
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Indians Open 11-Game Trip at Yankees in New York
The Cleveland Indians face an 11 game road stretch opening tonight at Yankee Stadium against the New York Yankees. Cleveland has lost four straight as Billy Martin returns to manage New York, a venue where the Indians have struggled. The Indians carry a battered rotation and worn bullpen, with starters failing to deliver complete games and 42 pitchers used in 14 games.
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