Preki stars as Tacoma tops Cleveland in MISL clash
Tacoma Stars defeated the Cleveland Force 5-3 as Preki produced two goals and two assists. The loss extended Cleveland’s winless run to eight games and left five Force players sidelined with injuries. DiFlorio scored for Cleveland, while Zungul added a late power play goal for Tacoma.
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Bird Hurteye Yet Celtics Cruise Over Cavaliers 127 98
Larry Bird scored a game high 31 as Boston beat Cleveland 127 98 despite a fractured nose bruise and blurred vision from a first quarter eye injury. Bird will be reevaluated. Parish left with muscle spasms early.
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Indians spring report warm on radio but cold on field
The Tribe opened exhibition play losing to the Giants 5-2 as radio voices Paul Olden and Herb Score drew praise for their show. Behind the scenes, Bob DiBiasio returned to Hi-Corbett Field with optimism, while on field the Indians fielded the same rotation and a weak bullpen. Brett Butler departed for Los Angeles, Joe Carter moves to center, and defensive gaps linger with Jacoby and Franco.
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Brito One-Dimensional Swing Gains Indians Praise
Bernardo Brito, 24, is praised by Doc Edwards as a powerful hitter with one strong swing. Signed at 16 by scout Luis Isaac, Brito rose through the minors, leading multiple leagues in home runs, and eyes 35 dingers this season as he adapts to life in the United States and aims to prove himself in the outfield for a big league call. The Indians’ Cactus League win over the Giants is noted, with district basketball headlines following.
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