Kilmer Theismann Lead Redskins Past Chiefs In Opener
Washington tops Kansas City 13 7 in a preseason game as Theismann and Kilmer split time at quarterback. Jones shines with 124 receiving yards on five catches, Mosely boots two field goals, Riggins scores the only TD as injuries and roster moves loom.
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Colts and Vikings Clash in Baltimore Exhibition Test
Baltimore hosts Minnesota in a NBC national preseason game at Memorial Stadium expected to draw a record crowd over 40 000 as both teams feature veteran lineups. Tarkenton and Payton headlines with notable injuries and roster absences shaping the tilt amid a busy weekend slate.
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Sutton Falls Just Short of No Hitter in Dodgers 7 0 Win
Don Sutton pitched a one hitter as the Dodgers beat the Giants 7 0 to extend their NL West lead. Sutton allowed four walks and five strikeouts, tying the NL record with five one hitters. Dave Lopes homered to start a 3 0 Dodgers lead, Reggie Smith added his 22nd homer.
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Royals Blank Indians to Stay Alive in West
Dennis Leonard pitched a four hitter for his 13th win as the Kansas City Royals blanked the Cleveland Indians 4-0 to stay in the AL West race. Leonard improved after a slider-focused turnaround and Whitey Herzog credited the adjustment for the season’s turning point.
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