Orioles Pirates Clash In World Series Game Six Preview
Baltimore's Earl Weaver and Pittsburgh’s Chuck Tanner steer contrasting styles as the Orioles lead the series 3-2 and Jim Palmer faces John Candelaria at Memorial Stadium. Tanner plans depth in pitching, while Weaver relies on instinct over the book.
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Abner Doubleday Awards honor quirky World Series figures
In Baltimore AP reports the Abner Doubleday Awards fete baseball personalities after the World Series. Willie Stargell and Bill Madlock win top honors for fun and grit with Earl Weaver earning a nod for strategic management, while Rick Dempsey and Chuck Tanner receive praise for effort and character amid a rowdy finish.
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Orioles Starlet Garcia Named MVP Candidate Amid Comic Awards
Baltimore shortstop Garcia is mentioned in MVP chatter. The piece riffs on playful awards like Why-Watch-The Game, Pinch-Me-Quick-Before-Wake Up, and Teddy Roosevelt Carry a Big Stick, spotlighting The Bird and Dave Parker. It also notes Tim Stoddard's lone hit in six years and Parker's boast of Triple Crown aspirations.
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Dave Parker
Pirates
Big Dave
Holland's Goal A National Title For Virginia Cavaliers
Virginia coach Terry Holland outlines the 1979-80 season plan as the Cavaliers prepare with Ralph Sampson at center alongside Jeff Lamp Lee Baker and Mike Owens. He aims for national prominence and a deep NCAA run, stressing defense depth and team cohesion.
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Jets Defeat Vikings On Rough Night For Minnesota
New York Jets beat the Minnesota Vikings 14-7 as Vikings quarterback Fran Tarkenton? Or Richard Todd? But the Jets dominated on the ground with 183 rushing yards while Minnesota committed seven turnovers. Coach Bud Grant criticized officials after a late fumble noncall on a kickoff.
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Don Dykes
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Alabama Tops USC in AP Poll as Bryant Keeps Focus
Alabama toppled USC to take the AP college football ranking lead though coach Bear Bryant stressed health over No. 1 status after a 40–0 win over Florida. Injuries hit Alabama with several players listed, while Oklahoma, Texas, Stanford and others moved in the top ranks.
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