Reds Win World Series On Morgan's Ninth Inning Single
Cincinnati clinches the title in a 4-3 victory over Boston after nine innings of dramatic play. Joe Morgan sparked the comeback with a ninth inning bloop to center scoring Ken Griffey as Cincinnati ties and wins the series.
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WEL shuts down after big losses
The World Football League ends operations after turbulent year. League president Hemmeter cites unstable economy, inflation, and lack of TV revenue as reasons. Birmingham and Memphis may seek NFL admission. Rozelle says players free to sign existing contracts before Oct 28. Hawaii and other clubs lamented disappointing attendance.
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Yawkey Still Waiting for a World Series Winner in Boston
Cesar Geronimo's dramatic catch under Carl Yastrzemski's fly ball capped a Reds win in Boston as Tom Yawkey, owner of the Red Sox, faced his 42nd year with a heart heavy over near misses. Yaz and Sparky Anderson reflected on a hard fought series ending in disappointment.
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Badgers Seek Rebound After Severe Ohio State Loss
Wisconsin coach John Jardine says the team will treat the Homecoming clash with Northwestern as an emotional test of will. He cautions he does not know if a bounce back is coming after last Saturday’s 56-0 defeat, while Purdue faces looming Buckeye challenge as Illinois prepares for Ohio State.
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Disney tournament opens with 112-team field
Lake Buena Vista Florida hosts the National Team Championship with a $200000 purse as 112 teams begin play. Host pro Bobby West criticizes six of the PGA Tours top ten money winners for snubbing the event and notes their earnings and stardom began at home.
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