Allanson Delivers First Home Run for Indians in Seattle
Rookie Andy Allanson hit his first professional home run in his 1,026th at bat to spark the Cleveland Indians to an 8-6 win over the Seattle Mariners. Cory Snyder drove in four runs, and Tony Bernazard added a solo homer as Cleveland built a six-run fourth inning lead. Ken Schrom earned the win, Ernie Camacho saved it, and Jim Beattie took the loss. The Reds later purchased outfielder George Hinshaw from Cleveland’s farm system.
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Women take center court Curren is upset
At Wimbledon, Mats Wilander edged Scott Davis 7-6 6-4 6-4 on a waterlogged opening day as rain suspended 16 of 64 matches. Top seeds Navratilova and Evert Lloyd were listed, with Lendl leading Lavalle 7-6 1-0 when rain halted play. Curren suffered a first round upset to Eric Jelen 6-4 6-7 2-6 6-4 12-10 amid wet conditions.
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Unheralded Cruz Claims McGuigan Title In Stunning Upset
In Las Vegas Stevie Cruz, a 5-1 underdog, stunned Barry McGuigan by knocking him down three times and winning the featherweight title in the 15th round. McGuigan, ahead on two scorecards, left on a stretcher as Cruz's power and heat affected both fighters. Cruz, 22, earned $70,000 to McGuigan’s $290,000 plus percentages, with a possible rematch discussed for Ireland.
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Len Bias death message to today’s youth fades for the young
The article honors Len Bias who died at 22 after being drafted second overall by the Boston Celtics. It questions drug involvement as investigators probe the cause, urges youths to heed warnings about drugs, and reflects on a promising life cut short. It notes Bias’s Maryland college fame and rise to professional prospects.
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CSU rewards Mackey with new four year contract
Kevin Mackey earns a four year deal at Cleveland State after guiding the Vikings to a 29 4 season and a NCAA tournament Final 16 appearance. Athletic Director Robert Bushey says total compensation exceeds 100 000 per year including radio TV shows and benefits. Mackey notes no escape clause and cites continued commitment to CSU and the players.
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