From Cameo Pictures in 1935, we bring you "Murder by Television," starring Bela Lugosi. In this one, a scientist collapses while demonstrating his new television machine. This movie, with screenplay by Joseph O'Donnell, from an idea suggested by Clarence Hennecke and Carl Coolidge, was directed by executive producer Charles Sanforth. Bela is joined in the cast by June Collyer, Huntly Gordon, George Meeker, and Henry Mowbray.
Monday, October 31, 2011
Sunday, October 30, 2011
Ducks Climb Up A Spot In Both Media And Coaches Poll, Drop A Spot In BCS Rankings; Beavers Drop To #100 In BCS Rankings
After having their hands full at home on Saturday with Washington State, the Oregon Ducks drop a spot to #8 in the Bowl Championship Series rankings released on Sunday.
The Ducks find themselves ranked sixth in both the Associated Press media and USA Today/Coaches polls, up a spot from last week in both polls.
After becoming Utah's first Pac-12 conference victims, the Oregon State Beavers drop five places in the BCS rankings to #100.
The Ducks find themselves ranked sixth in both the Associated Press media and USA Today/Coaches polls, up a spot from last week in both polls.
After becoming Utah's first Pac-12 conference victims, the Oregon State Beavers drop five places in the BCS rankings to #100.
Niners Top Browns; Lead NFC West By Four Games
At San Francisco:
Frank Gore ran for 134 yards and a touchdown while Alex Smith completed 15 of 24 passes for 177 yards and another score (two yards to Michael Crabtree) as the San Francicso 49ers (6-1) won their fifth straight National Football League game on Sunday, 20-10 over the visiting Cleveland Browns (3-4). The Niners are off to their best start since 1998.
Frank Gore ran for 134 yards and a touchdown while Alex Smith completed 15 of 24 passes for 177 yards and another score (two yards to Michael Crabtree) as the San Francicso 49ers (6-1) won their fifth straight National Football League game on Sunday, 20-10 over the visiting Cleveland Browns (3-4). The Niners are off to their best start since 1998.
Saturday, October 29, 2011
Utes Dominate Beavers For First Pac-12 Conference Win
At Salt Lake City, Utah:
John White ran for a career-high 205 yards and a touchdown while Jon Hays threw two touchdown passes as the Utah Runnin' Utes (4-4 overall, 1-4 in Pac-12 play) picked up their first-ever Pac-12 Conference win on Saturday, 27-8 over the visiting Oregon State Beavers (2-6, 2-3)
John White ran for a career-high 205 yards and a touchdown while Jon Hays threw two touchdown passes as the Utah Runnin' Utes (4-4 overall, 1-4 in Pac-12 play) picked up their first-ever Pac-12 Conference win on Saturday, 27-8 over the visiting Oregon State Beavers (2-6, 2-3)
Ducks Outlast Game Cougs To Stretch Winning Streak To Seven
At Eugene, Oregon:
De'Anthony Thomas scored two touchdowns (one on a 45-yard pass from quarterback Bryan Bennett, the other on a 93-yard kickoff return) while Lavasier Tuinei caught a pair of touchdown passes himself as the Oregon Ducks (ranked #7 in the BCS rankings; 7-1 overall, 5-0 in Pac-12 play) outlasted visiting Washington State (3-5, 1-4) 43-28 in Saturday action.
De'Anthony Thomas scored two touchdowns (one on a 45-yard pass from quarterback Bryan Bennett, the other on a 93-yard kickoff return) while Lavasier Tuinei caught a pair of touchdown passes himself as the Oregon Ducks (ranked #7 in the BCS rankings; 7-1 overall, 5-0 in Pac-12 play) outlasted visiting Washington State (3-5, 1-4) 43-28 in Saturday action.
Riders End Losing Streak Win Home Win Over Ticats
At Regina, Saskatchewan:
Running back Neal Hughes scored the game's lone touchdown while Chris Milo made all three field goal attempts (11, 40, 12 yards) as the Saskatchewan Roughriders (5-12) ended a five-game losing streak with a 19-3 home win over the visiting Hamilton Tiger-Cats (8-9) in Saturday Canadian Football League action.
Running back Neal Hughes scored the game's lone touchdown while Chris Milo made all three field goal attempts (11, 40, 12 yards) as the Saskatchewan Roughriders (5-12) ended a five-game losing streak with a 19-3 home win over the visiting Hamilton Tiger-Cats (8-9) in Saturday Canadian Football League action.
Time For Chapter Fourteen, Boys and Girls
Time now for "Power Dive To Doom," the fourteenth and next-to-last chapter in our 1945 Republic Picture series, Manhunt of Mystery Island.
Friday, October 28, 2011
CARDINALS OVERCOME EARLY DEFICIT TO COP 11TH WORLD SERIES CROWN
At St. Louis:
Chris Carpenter pitched six strong innings on three days' rest and the bullpen did the rest as the St. Louis Cardinals erased an early two-run deficit to defeat the visiting Texas Rangers 6-2 in game seven of the World Series on Friday to win their first world championship since 2006 and their 11th modern-era title overall. David Freese, who had a double in the game, was named World Series Most Valuable Player.
Getty Images photo by Michael Heiman
Chris Carpenter pitched six strong innings on three days' rest and the bullpen did the rest as the St. Louis Cardinals erased an early two-run deficit to defeat the visiting Texas Rangers 6-2 in game seven of the World Series on Friday to win their first world championship since 2006 and their 11th modern-era title overall. David Freese, who had a double in the game, was named World Series Most Valuable Player.
Getty Images photo by Michael Heiman
Thursday, October 27, 2011
2011 World Series: Cards Outlast Rangers In Extra-Inning Slugfest To Force Game Seven
At St. Louis:
David Freese (that's him mobbed by jubilant teammates) hit a game-winning solo home run in the bottom of the eleventh inning on Thursday night as the St. Louis Cardinals overcame two-run ninth and tenth-inning deficits to take game six of the World Series 10-9 to force a seventh and deciding game to be played on Friday.
Associated Press photo by Eric Gay
David Freese (that's him mobbed by jubilant teammates) hit a game-winning solo home run in the bottom of the eleventh inning on Thursday night as the St. Louis Cardinals overcame two-run ninth and tenth-inning deficits to take game six of the World Series 10-9 to force a seventh and deciding game to be played on Friday.
Associated Press photo by Eric Gay
Be Sure To Watch "The Real McCoys" On ABC!
1961 ABC Network promo for the sitcom that starred Walter Brennan as the lovably crotchety Grandpa.
What?!
Mighty Mouse pushing Post Sugar Crisp?!
Yep, in this commercial, probably from the late 1950s.
Yep, in this commercial, probably from the late 1950s.
Monday, October 24, 2011
2011 World Series: Mike Napoli's Two-RBI Double Carries Rangers To 3-2 Series Lead
At Arlington, Texas:
A go-head two-run double in the eighth inning by Mike Napoli (shown here) carried the Texas Rangers as they came back from a two-run deficit to defeat the visiting St. Louis Cardinals 4-2 in game five of the World Series on Monday night. The series resumes Wednesday night in St. Louis. The Rangers are one victory away from the first world championship in their 51-year history.
Reuters photo by Brian Snyder
A go-head two-run double in the eighth inning by Mike Napoli (shown here) carried the Texas Rangers as they came back from a two-run deficit to defeat the visiting St. Louis Cardinals 4-2 in game five of the World Series on Monday night. The series resumes Wednesday night in St. Louis. The Rangers are one victory away from the first world championship in their 51-year history.
Reuters photo by Brian Snyder
Sunday, October 23, 2011
Ducks Climb Up Three Spots In BCS Rankings; Beavers Climb Too
In the wake of their Saturday demolition of Colorado, the Oregon Ducks climbed up three spots to #7 in the latest Bowl Championship Series rankings released on Sunday.
For the record, the Oregon State Beavers, following their Saturday beat down of Washington State, climbed up to #95.
For the record, the Oregon State Beavers, following their Saturday beat down of Washington State, climbed up to #95.
2011 World Series: Cardinals' Bats Silenced As Rangers Deadlock Series At Two Games Apiece
At Arlington, Texas:
Derek Holland (shown here) pitched 8 and 1/3 innings of two-hit shutout baseball while Mike Napoli belted a three-run home in the sixth inning as the Texas Rangers blanked the visiting St. Louis Cardinals 4-0 on Sunday to square the World Series at two games apiece.
Reuters photo by Tony Gutierrez
Derek Holland (shown here) pitched 8 and 1/3 innings of two-hit shutout baseball while Mike Napoli belted a three-run home in the sixth inning as the Texas Rangers blanked the visiting St. Louis Cardinals 4-0 on Sunday to square the World Series at two games apiece.
Reuters photo by Tony Gutierrez
Saturday, October 22, 2011
Beavers Dominate Cougs In Seattle
At Seattle:
Quarterback Sean Mannion threw for a career high 376 yards and four touchdowns while Malcolm Agnew ran for 103 more as the Oregon State Beavers (2-5 overall, 2-3 in Pac-12 play) dominated Washington State (3-4, 1-3) 44-21 on Saturday night.
Quarterback Sean Mannion threw for a career high 376 yards and four touchdowns while Malcolm Agnew ran for 103 more as the Oregon State Beavers (2-5 overall, 2-3 in Pac-12 play) dominated Washington State (3-4, 1-3) 44-21 on Saturday night.
2011 World Series: Big Albert's Round-Tripper Hat Trick Helps Cards Squash Rangers To Take 2-1 Series Lead
At Arlington, Texas:
A five-hit for Albert Pujols (shown here), including three home runs enabled the St. Louis Cardinals (who scored in seven of the nine innings) to overpower the home-standing Texas Rangers 16-7 to take a two-games-to-one World Series lead on Saturday night. Big Albert became the first player since Reggie Jackson in 1977 to hit three homers in one WS game.
Reuters photo by Tim Sharp
A five-hit for Albert Pujols (shown here), including three home runs enabled the St. Louis Cardinals (who scored in seven of the nine innings) to overpower the home-standing Texas Rangers 16-7 to take a two-games-to-one World Series lead on Saturday night. Big Albert became the first player since Reggie Jackson in 1977 to hit three homers in one WS game.
Reuters photo by Tim Sharp
Time Now For Another Chapter!
Time now for "Bridge To Eternity," the thirteenth chapter in our 1945 Republic Pictures serial, Manhunt of Mystery Island.
Ducks Turn Buffaloes Into Hamburger
At Boulder, Colorado:
Kenjon Barner, who ran for 115 yards, ran for two touchdowns (4, 84 yards) as the Oregon Ducks (#10 in the BCS rankings; 6-1 overall, 4-0 in Pac-12 play) scored four touchdowns in the first quarter as the visitors dismantled Colorado (1-6, 0-4) 45-2 on Saturday to clinch bowl eligibility.
Kenjon Barner, who ran for 115 yards, ran for two touchdowns (4, 84 yards) as the Oregon Ducks (#10 in the BCS rankings; 6-1 overall, 4-0 in Pac-12 play) scored four touchdowns in the first quarter as the visitors dismantled Colorado (1-6, 0-4) 45-2 on Saturday to clinch bowl eligibility.
Friday, October 21, 2011
Chalk Up Another Loss For The Riders
At Calgary, Alberta:
In his first Canadian Football League start on Friday, quarterback Drew Tate threw for 251 yards and a touchdown as the Calgary Stampeders (9-7) defeated the struggling Saskatchewan Roughriders (4-12) 25-13 as the Riders suffered their fifth straight defeat.
In his first Canadian Football League start on Friday, quarterback Drew Tate threw for 251 yards and a touchdown as the Calgary Stampeders (9-7) defeated the struggling Saskatchewan Roughriders (4-12) 25-13 as the Riders suffered their fifth straight defeat.
Thursday, October 20, 2011
2011 World Series: Two-Run Ninth Inning Carries Rangers To Series-Equalizing Win
At St. Louis:
The Texas Rangers, with two runs scored in the ninth inning (thanks to sacrifice fly ball RBIs from Josh Hamilton and Michael Young) came from behind to defeat the St. Louis Cardinals 2-1 on Thursday to square the World Series at one game apiece. The next three games will take place in Arlington, Texas, beginning on Saturday. Picture here, is Elvis Andrus, who singled in the ninth inning, advanced to second base, then to third on the Josh Hamilton sac fly, then scored the winning run on the Michael Young sac fly.
Associated Press photo by Jeff Roberson
The Texas Rangers, with two runs scored in the ninth inning (thanks to sacrifice fly ball RBIs from Josh Hamilton and Michael Young) came from behind to defeat the St. Louis Cardinals 2-1 on Thursday to square the World Series at one game apiece. The next three games will take place in Arlington, Texas, beginning on Saturday. Picture here, is Elvis Andrus, who singled in the ninth inning, advanced to second base, then to third on the Josh Hamilton sac fly, then scored the winning run on the Michael Young sac fly.
Associated Press photo by Jeff Roberson
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
2011 World Series: Cardinals Take Opener
At St. Louis:
Steady pitching from Chris Carpenter and the bullpen as well as timely hits from Lance Berkman and Allen Craig propelled the St. Louis Cardinals to a 3-2 World Series-opening home win over the Texas Rangers on Wednesday night. Pictured here, after scoring the go-head run on Allen Craig's hit in the sixth inning, David Freese is congratulated by teammate Jon Jay.
Associated Press photo by Jeff Roberson
Steady pitching from Chris Carpenter and the bullpen as well as timely hits from Lance Berkman and Allen Craig propelled the St. Louis Cardinals to a 3-2 World Series-opening home win over the Texas Rangers on Wednesday night. Pictured here, after scoring the go-head run on Allen Craig's hit in the sixth inning, David Freese is congratulated by teammate Jon Jay.
Associated Press photo by Jeff Roberson
Time For Film Noir
From Eagle-Lion Films in 1948, we present "He Walked By Night," with Richard Basehart, Scott Brady, Roy Roberts, Whit Bissell, James Cardwell, and some up-and-coming actor named Jack Webb. With screenplay by John C. Higgins and Crane Wilbur (who wrote the original story) and additional dialogue by Harry Essex, photography by John Alton (ASC), and with Los Angeles Police Department Sergeant Marty Wynn as technical advisor, this picture was produced by Robert T. Kane and directed by Alfred Werker. A Bryan Foy production.
Time For Music From Whoopee John
Here's a 1957 recording from Whoopee John Wilfahrt and his orchestra, "I Wish I Was Single Again."
Enjoy!
Enjoy!
Time For The Champagne Medley------------Right After This Word From Our Sponsor
Here's a clip from the February 22, 1964 ABC Network telecast of The Lawrence Welk Show. Following the commercial for Geritol (delivered by the host of The Original Amateur Hour himself, Ted Mack), we have Lawrence and his Champagne Music Makers with an abbreviated Champagne Medley ("I'm Through With Love" and "For All We Know").
Monday, October 17, 2011
Pete Rugolo, R. I. P.
Pete Rugolo, the jazz composer and arranger best remembered in some quarters for composing the theme song from the classic 1963-67 television series The Fugitive, passed away from age-related causes at a nursing facility in Sherman Oaks, California on Sunday at age 95.
Sunday, October 16, 2011
National League Championship Series: Cardinals Oust Brewers To Set Up World Series Showdown With Rangers
At Milwaukee:
David Freese, named series Most Valuable Player, hit a first-inning three-run homer as the St. Louis Cardinals wrapped up their 18th National League Pennant on Sunday with a 12-6 road win over the once-again error-plagued Milwaukee Brewers in game six of their league championship series. The Cardinals will open up the World Series against the Texas Rangers at home on Wednesday night.
David Freese, named series Most Valuable Player, hit a first-inning three-run homer as the St. Louis Cardinals wrapped up their 18th National League Pennant on Sunday with a 12-6 road win over the once-again error-plagued Milwaukee Brewers in game six of their league championship series. The Cardinals will open up the World Series against the Texas Rangers at home on Wednesday night.
First Time Since 2001: No Playoffs For Riders
At Regina, Saskatchewan:
Travis Lulay completed 16 of 29 passes for 287 yards and two touchdowns on Sunday as the British Columbia Lions (9-6) picked up their eighth consecutive Canadian Football League victory (and ninth in their last ten starts) 29-18 on the road over the Saskatchewan Roughriders (4-11), whom, with the defeat, will miss the playoffs for the first time in ten years.
Travis Lulay completed 16 of 29 passes for 287 yards and two touchdowns on Sunday as the British Columbia Lions (9-6) picked up their eighth consecutive Canadian Football League victory (and ninth in their last ten starts) 29-18 on the road over the Saskatchewan Roughriders (4-11), whom, with the defeat, will miss the playoffs for the first time in ten years.
Ducks Ranked #10 In First BCS Rankings; Beavers Tied For 103rd
The first Bowl Championship Series rankings were released on Sunday and the Oregon Ducks (ranked #9 in the Associated Press media poll [same as last week] and #8 in the USA Today/Coaches poll [up one spot]) were ranked #10. Louisiana State University is ranked #1, followed by Alabama, Oklahoma, Oklahoma State, Boise State, Wisconsin, Clemson, Stanford, Arkansas, and the Ducks.
Out of the 120 Football Bowl Subdivision teams, the Oregon State Beavers were tied with New Mexico State for 103rd place.
Out of the 120 Football Bowl Subdivision teams, the Oregon State Beavers were tied with New Mexico State for 103rd place.
Niners Come Back To Hand Lions First Loss
At Detroit:
Quarterback Alex Smith threw a six-yard touchdown pass to tight end Delanie Walker with 1:51 remaining as the San Francisco 49ers came from behind to knock off the previously undefeated Detroit Lions 25-19 in Sunday National Football League action. Frank Gore carried the ball 15 times for 141 yards (including runs of 47 and 55 yards) and a touchdown (1 yard). The defeat ended the Lions' regular-season winning streak at nine games dating back to last season. The Niners now hold a 2 and 1/2 game lead atop the NFC West Division. Both teams are now at 5-1.
Quarterback Alex Smith threw a six-yard touchdown pass to tight end Delanie Walker with 1:51 remaining as the San Francisco 49ers came from behind to knock off the previously undefeated Detroit Lions 25-19 in Sunday National Football League action. Frank Gore carried the ball 15 times for 141 yards (including runs of 47 and 55 yards) and a touchdown (1 yard). The defeat ended the Lions' regular-season winning streak at nine games dating back to last season. The Niners now hold a 2 and 1/2 game lead atop the NFC West Division. Both teams are now at 5-1.
Saturday, October 15, 2011
Ducks Hold Off Sun Devils' Upset Bid
At Eugene, Oregon:
Before being injured, quarterback Darron Thomas completed 13 of 17 passes for 187 yards and two touchdowns (12 yards to David Paulson and 28 to Lavasier Tuinei) while Kenjon Barner ran for 171 yards and another score as the LaMichael James-less Oregon Ducks (5-1 overall, 3-0 in Pac-12 play; ranked #9 in both the media and coaches' polls) held off the visiting Arizona State Sun Devils (5-2, 3-1; 18th in the media poll, 20th in the coaches' poll) 41-27 on Saturday night.
Before being injured, quarterback Darron Thomas completed 13 of 17 passes for 187 yards and two touchdowns (12 yards to David Paulson and 28 to Lavasier Tuinei) while Kenjon Barner ran for 171 yards and another score as the LaMichael James-less Oregon Ducks (5-1 overall, 3-0 in Pac-12 play; ranked #9 in both the media and coaches' polls) held off the visiting Arizona State Sun Devils (5-2, 3-1; 18th in the media poll, 20th in the coaches' poll) 41-27 on Saturday night.
Riley Nelson Helps Lead BYU Cougars To Victory In Corvallis
At Corvallis, Oregon:
Quarterback Riley Nelson threw for 217 yards and three touchdowns (12 yards to Cody Hoffman, 2 to J.D. Falslev, and 8 to Kaneakua Friel) and ran for 87 yards as the BYU Cougars (5-2) defeated the Oregon State Beavers (1-5) 38-28 on Saturday afternoon on the road.
Quarterback Riley Nelson threw for 217 yards and three touchdowns (12 yards to Cody Hoffman, 2 to J.D. Falslev, and 8 to Kaneakua Friel) and ran for 87 yards as the BYU Cougars (5-2) defeated the Oregon State Beavers (1-5) 38-28 on Saturday afternoon on the road.
American League Championship Series: Rangers Use Nine-Run Third Inning To Help Bury Tigers To Lock Up Second Straight Pennant
At Arlington, Texas:
Michael Young and series Most Valuable Player Nelson Cruz (who had six in this series) each belted a home run, while the Texas Rangers scored nine runs in the fourth inning on Saturday night to smother the visiting Detroit Tigers 15-5 to win, in six games, their second straight American League pennant and trip to the World Series.
Michael Young and series Most Valuable Player Nelson Cruz (who had six in this series) each belted a home run, while the Texas Rangers scored nine runs in the fourth inning on Saturday night to smother the visiting Detroit Tigers 15-5 to win, in six games, their second straight American League pennant and trip to the World Series.
Time For Chapter 12, Boys and Girls!
Time for "Cauldron of Cremation," the 12th chapter of Manhunt of Mystery Island, our 1945 Republic Pictures serial.
Friday, October 14, 2011
National League Championship Series: Brewers' Boo-Boos Help Cards Take 3-2 Series Lead
At St. Louis:
Four Milwaukee errors led to three unearned runs as the St. Louis Cardinals took game five of the National League Championship Series 7-1 on Friday. The Redbirds lead the series three games to two and can wrap up their first National League pennant in five years with a victory in game six back in Milwaukee on Saturday.
Four Milwaukee errors led to three unearned runs as the St. Louis Cardinals took game five of the National League Championship Series 7-1 on Friday. The Redbirds lead the series three games to two and can wrap up their first National League pennant in five years with a victory in game six back in Milwaukee on Saturday.
Thursday, October 13, 2011
National League Championship Series: Brewers Emerge From Two-Run Hole To Square Series
At St. Louis:
Despite giving up two early home runs, Randy Wolf settled down and ended up with a strong performance, scattering six hits in seven innings for his first postseason win at age 35, while Ryan Braun collected a pair of hits, as the Milwaukee Brewers evened the National League Championship Series with the St. Louis Cardinals at two games apiece following their 4-2 come-from-behind game-four road win on Thursday.
Despite giving up two early home runs, Randy Wolf settled down and ended up with a strong performance, scattering six hits in seven innings for his first postseason win at age 35, while Ryan Braun collected a pair of hits, as the Milwaukee Brewers evened the National League Championship Series with the St. Louis Cardinals at two games apiece following their 4-2 come-from-behind game-four road win on Thursday.
American League Championship Series: Tigers Avoid Elimination And Send Series Back To Texas
At Detroit:
Delmon Young hit two home runs as the Detroit Tigers outlasted the visiting Texas Rangers 7-5 in game four of the American League Championship Series on Thursday to cut the Rangers' advantage to three games to two. The Rangers can still wrap up the American League pennant with a game-six win on Saturday back home at Arlington, Texas.
Delmon Young hit two home runs as the Detroit Tigers outlasted the visiting Texas Rangers 7-5 in game four of the American League Championship Series on Thursday to cut the Rangers' advantage to three games to two. The Rangers can still wrap up the American League pennant with a game-six win on Saturday back home at Arlington, Texas.
Time To Swing And Sway With Sammy Kaye!
From 1939, here's Sammy Kaye and his Swing and Sway orchestra with "The Hoiriger Schottische," with vocal by Jimmy Brown and the chorus.
Enjoy!
Enjoy!
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
National League Championship Series: Cards Take Game Three
At St. Louis:
An RBI double from Albert Pujols during a four-run first inning helped the St. Louis Cardinals hold off the visiting Milwaukee Brewers 4-3 in game three on Wednesday to take a two-games-to-one National League Championship Series lead.
An RBI double from Albert Pujols during a four-run first inning helped the St. Louis Cardinals hold off the visiting Milwaukee Brewers 4-3 in game three on Wednesday to take a two-games-to-one National League Championship Series lead.
American League Championship Series: Nelson Cruz Sinks Tigers Again As Rangers Are One Win Away From World Series Return
At Detroit:
Nelson Cruz belted a three-run homer to cap off a four-run eleventh inning on Wednesday as the Texas Rangers took game four of the American League Championship Series 7-3 over the Detroit Tigers. The Rangers, who now lead the series three games to one, can wrap up their second straight league title and second straight World Series appearance with a win on Thursday.
Nelson Cruz belted a three-run homer to cap off a four-run eleventh inning on Wednesday as the Texas Rangers took game four of the American League Championship Series 7-3 over the Detroit Tigers. The Rangers, who now lead the series three games to one, can wrap up their second straight league title and second straight World Series appearance with a win on Thursday.
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
American League Championship Series: Tigers Get Needed Home Win
At Detroit:
Doug Fister shook off a shaky first inning for a strong 7 1/3 innings on the mound while Miguel Cabrera, Victor Martinez, and Jhonny Peralta each hit a home run as the Detroit Tigers defeated the visiting Texas Rangers 5-2 Tuesday night in the third game of the American League Championship Series to cut the Rangers' advantage to two games to one.
Doug Fister shook off a shaky first inning for a strong 7 1/3 innings on the mound while Miguel Cabrera, Victor Martinez, and Jhonny Peralta each hit a home run as the Detroit Tigers defeated the visiting Texas Rangers 5-2 Tuesday night in the third game of the American League Championship Series to cut the Rangers' advantage to two games to one.
Monday, October 10, 2011
National League Championship Series: Big Albert Helps Cards Make Things Miserable For Brewers As Redbirds Square Series At 1-1
At Milwaukee:
Albert Pujols was four for five with a home run and five runs batted in on Monday night as the St. Louis Cardinals squared the National League Championship Series with the Milwaukee Brewers at one game apiece following their 12-3 road annihilation in game two.
Albert Pujols was four for five with a home run and five runs batted in on Monday night as the St. Louis Cardinals squared the National League Championship Series with the Milwaukee Brewers at one game apiece following their 12-3 road annihilation in game two.
Sorry, Mike: One Less Stoops In The College Football Coaching Ranks
You don't suppose losing on the road to previously winless Oregon State may have been the final proverbial nail in the proverbial coffin.
American League Championship Series: Nelson Cruz Walk-Off Grand Slam Gives Rangers Two-Games-To-None Advantage
At Arlington, Texas:
Nelson Cruz hit two home runs on Monday. His seventh-inning solo shot tied the game, then, his eleventh-inning grand slam, the first walk-off grand-slam in postseason history, carried the Texas Rangers to a 7-3 game-two win over the visiting Detroit Tigers, giving the Rangers a two-games-to-none lead in the American League Championship Series.
Nelson Cruz hit two home runs on Monday. His seventh-inning solo shot tied the game, then, his eleventh-inning grand slam, the first walk-off grand-slam in postseason history, carried the Texas Rangers to a 7-3 game-two win over the visiting Detroit Tigers, giving the Rangers a two-games-to-none lead in the American League Championship Series.
Eskimos Freeze Out Roughriders To Clinch Playoff Berth
At Edmonton, Alberta:
Jerome Messam scored the only touchdown of the game on a 51-yard run as the Edmonton Eskimos (8-6) locked up a Canadian Football League Grey Cup playoff berth on Monday (Thanksgiving Day in Canada) with a 17-1 home win over the Saskatchewan Roughriders (4-10), who are all but officially eliminated from playoff contention.
Jerome Messam scored the only touchdown of the game on a 51-yard run as the Edmonton Eskimos (8-6) locked up a Canadian Football League Grey Cup playoff berth on Monday (Thanksgiving Day in Canada) with a 17-1 home win over the Saskatchewan Roughriders (4-10), who are all but officially eliminated from playoff contention.
Time For A Charlie Chan Flick, Kids!
Here's one of my favorite Charlie Chan movies. From Monogram Pictures in 1946, we bring you "Dangerous Money," starring Sidney Toler as Earl Derr Biggers' legendary detective. Gloria Warren, Victor Sen Young, Rick Vallin, Joseph Crehan, and Willie Best co-star in this picture. With screenplay by Miriam Kissinger, this flick was produced by James S. Burkett and directed by Terry Morse.
Enjoy!
Enjoy!
Sunday, October 09, 2011
National League Championship Series: Explosive Fifth Inning Carries Brewers Past Cardinals In Series Opener
At Milwaukee:
Ryan Braun's first-inning two-run homer was followed by two-run fifth-inning dingers courtesy of Prince Fielder and Yuniesky Betancourt as the Milwaukee Brewers outslugged the visiting St. Louis Cardinals 9-6 in the opening contest of the National League Championship Series on Sunday.
Ryan Braun's first-inning two-run homer was followed by two-run fifth-inning dingers courtesy of Prince Fielder and Yuniesky Betancourt as the Milwaukee Brewers outslugged the visiting St. Louis Cardinals 9-6 in the opening contest of the National League Championship Series on Sunday.
Niners Batter Bucs To Keep Two-Game Lead Atop NFC West
At San Francisco:
Quarterback Alex Smith threw for 170 yards and three touchdowns (two to tight end Vernon Davis) and Frank Gore racked up his second straight 100-yard game on the ground, picking up 125 yards and a touchdown in the process as the San Francisco 49ers (4-1), off to their best start in nine years, demolished the visiting Tampa Bay Buccaneers (3-2) 48-3 in Sunday National Football League action. The win, the Niners' most lopsided since 1987, keeps them two game ahead of Seattle atop the NFC West Division.
Quarterback Alex Smith threw for 170 yards and three touchdowns (two to tight end Vernon Davis) and Frank Gore racked up his second straight 100-yard game on the ground, picking up 125 yards and a touchdown in the process as the San Francisco 49ers (4-1), off to their best start in nine years, demolished the visiting Tampa Bay Buccaneers (3-2) 48-3 in Sunday National Football League action. The win, the Niners' most lopsided since 1987, keeps them two game ahead of Seattle atop the NFC West Division.
Saturday, October 08, 2011
Time For Chapter Eleven, Kiddies! And We Don't Mean Bankruptcy!
Time now, boys and girls, for "Satan's Shadow," the eleventh installment in our 1945 Republic Pictures chapter play, Manhunt of Mystery Island.
American League Championship Series: Rangers Hold Off Tigers In Rain-Plagued Opener
At Arlington, Texas:
Nelson Cruz hit a home run while C.J. Wilson and the bullpen held steady as the Texas Rangers held off the Detroit Tigers 3-2 in the opening game of the American League Championship Series on Saturday. The game was delayed a total of one hour and fifty minutes by two rain delays.
Nelson Cruz hit a home run while C.J. Wilson and the bullpen held steady as the Texas Rangers held off the Detroit Tigers 3-2 in the opening game of the American League Championship Series on Saturday. The game was delayed a total of one hour and fifty minutes by two rain delays.
At Last, A Win For The Beavers
At Corvallis, Oregon:
Sean Mannion threw for 267 yards and two touchdowns on Saturday as the Oregon State Beavers (1-4 overall, 1-2 in Pac-12 play), who had been the only remaining winless team in the BCS conferences, defeated visiting Arizona (1-5, 0-3) 37-27 for their first win of the season.
Sean Mannion threw for 267 yards and two touchdowns on Saturday as the Oregon State Beavers (1-4 overall, 1-2 in Pac-12 play), who had been the only remaining winless team in the BCS conferences, defeated visiting Arizona (1-5, 0-3) 37-27 for their first win of the season.
Roger Williams, Pianist, R. I. P.
Roger Williams, the pianist best remembered for his 1955 hit "Autumn Leaves," passed away on Saturday at his Los Angeles home a week following his 87th birthday of complications from pancreatic cancer.
Al Davis, Controversial Owner Of Oakland Raiders, R. I. P.
Al Davis, the controversial owner of the Oakland Raiders, passed away on Saturday at age 82.
Mr. Davis, who had been an assistant on Sid Gilman's staff with the San Diego Chargers, became the head coach and general manager of the Raiders in 1963. Prior to his arrival, the Raiders won nine games in 42 starts in three seasons.
When he arrived, Al changed the personality of the franchise inside and out, changing the team colors from black and gold to silver and black and replacing the rounded numerals on the jerseys with squared blocked numerals. The nondescript black helmets were replaced with silver ones with the Raiders' distinctive logo on each side.
In Al's first year, the Raiders finished second in the American Football League's Western Division at 10-4. He was named the AFL Coach of the Year.
In 1966, he briefly served as AFL commissioner, helping in overseeing the merger with the rival National Football League before stepping down and becoming part owner of the Raiders.
In 1976, he became the Raiders' principal owner.
In 1982, Al made the controversial decision to move the club to Los Angeles. In 1995, the Raiders returned to Oakland.
During Al's years with the Raiders, the team made five Super Bowl appearances, winning three of them (Super Bowls XI, XV, and XVIII).
Al Davis was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1992.
Mr. Davis, who had been an assistant on Sid Gilman's staff with the San Diego Chargers, became the head coach and general manager of the Raiders in 1963. Prior to his arrival, the Raiders won nine games in 42 starts in three seasons.
When he arrived, Al changed the personality of the franchise inside and out, changing the team colors from black and gold to silver and black and replacing the rounded numerals on the jerseys with squared blocked numerals. The nondescript black helmets were replaced with silver ones with the Raiders' distinctive logo on each side.
In Al's first year, the Raiders finished second in the American Football League's Western Division at 10-4. He was named the AFL Coach of the Year.
In 1966, he briefly served as AFL commissioner, helping in overseeing the merger with the rival National Football League before stepping down and becoming part owner of the Raiders.
In 1976, he became the Raiders' principal owner.
In 1982, Al made the controversial decision to move the club to Los Angeles. In 1995, the Raiders returned to Oakland.
During Al's years with the Raiders, the team made five Super Bowl appearances, winning three of them (Super Bowls XI, XV, and XVIII).
Al Davis was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1992.
Friday, October 07, 2011
National League Divisional Playoffs: It's Brewers Vs. Cardinals For Pennant
Both National League divisional playoff series were decided on Friday as both series went the full five games.
At Milwaukee:
Nyjer Morgan delivered a 10th-inning base hit that scored Carlos Gomez from second base as the Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Arizona Diamondbacks 4-3 to win their divisional playoff series three games to two and advance to the National League championship series. This was only the second playoff series victory in Brewers history---the other being in 1982 when they came back from a two-games-to-none deficit and defeated the then-California Angels in five games to win the American League pennant.
At Philadelphia:
Rafael Furcal led off the first inning with a triple and Skip Schumaker sent him home with a double that made the game's lone run possible while Chris Carpenter out-dueled Roy Halladay in pitching a three-hit complete-game shutout as the St. Louis Cardinals defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 1-0 on the road to win the fifth and deciding game of their divisional playoff series.
The National League Championship Series begins in Milwaukee on Sunday as the Brewers host the Cardinals in game one. It's a rematch of the 1982 World Series in which the Redbirds defeated the then-American Leaguers four games to three.
At Milwaukee:
Nyjer Morgan delivered a 10th-inning base hit that scored Carlos Gomez from second base as the Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Arizona Diamondbacks 4-3 to win their divisional playoff series three games to two and advance to the National League championship series. This was only the second playoff series victory in Brewers history---the other being in 1982 when they came back from a two-games-to-none deficit and defeated the then-California Angels in five games to win the American League pennant.
At Philadelphia:
Rafael Furcal led off the first inning with a triple and Skip Schumaker sent him home with a double that made the game's lone run possible while Chris Carpenter out-dueled Roy Halladay in pitching a three-hit complete-game shutout as the St. Louis Cardinals defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 1-0 on the road to win the fifth and deciding game of their divisional playoff series.
The National League Championship Series begins in Milwaukee on Sunday as the Brewers host the Cardinals in game one. It's a rematch of the 1982 World Series in which the Redbirds defeated the then-American Leaguers four games to three.
Thursday, October 06, 2011
Ducks Overcome Halftime Deficit To Blow Out Cal; LaMichael Injured
At Eugene, Oregon:
Before leaving Thursday night's game in the fourth quarter with an arm injury, LaMichael James ran for 239 yards and a touchdown (on a run of 53 yards) while DeAnthony Thomas had three scores (on a 17-yard run and receptions of 23 and 21 yards) as the Oregon Ducks (ranked #9 in both the AP and USA Today/Coaches polls; 4-1 overall, 2-0 in Pac-12 play) overcame a 15-14 halftime deficit to smother visiting California (3-0, 0-2) 43-15.
Before leaving Thursday night's game in the fourth quarter with an arm injury, LaMichael James ran for 239 yards and a touchdown (on a run of 53 yards) while DeAnthony Thomas had three scores (on a 17-yard run and receptions of 23 and 21 yards) as the Oregon Ducks (ranked #9 in both the AP and USA Today/Coaches polls; 4-1 overall, 2-0 in Pac-12 play) overcame a 15-14 halftime deficit to smother visiting California (3-0, 0-2) 43-15.
American League Divisional Playoffs: Tigers Knock Off Yanks In The Bronx; To Face Rangers For Pennant
At New York:
Don Kelly and Delmon Young hit consecutive home runs and Jose Valverde pitched a perfect ninth inning as the Detroit Tigers defeated the New York Yankees 3-2 Thursday night to win their American League divisional playoff series three games to five. The Tigers will open the American League Championship Series against the Texas Rangers at Arlington on Saturday. Justin Verlander will pitch the opener against the Rangers' C. J. Wilson.
Don Kelly and Delmon Young hit consecutive home runs and Jose Valverde pitched a perfect ninth inning as the Detroit Tigers defeated the New York Yankees 3-2 Thursday night to win their American League divisional playoff series three games to five. The Tigers will open the American League Championship Series against the Texas Rangers at Arlington on Saturday. Justin Verlander will pitch the opener against the Rangers' C. J. Wilson.
Wednesday, October 05, 2011
National League Divisional Playoffs: Redbirds and Snakes Force Game Fives
Both National League divisional playoff series continued on Wednesday.
At St. Louis:
David Freese homered, doubled, and batted in four runs as the St. Louis Cardinals squared their divisional playoff series at two games apiece with a 5-3 home win over the Philadelphia Phillies in game four. The Cards' victory has forced a fifth and deciding game in this best-of-five series to be played in Philadelphia on Friday.
At Phoenix, Arizona:
Ryan Roberts hit a grand slam home run while Chris Young belted two round-trippers for the first two-homer game in franchise history as the Arizona Diamondbacks defeated the visiting Milwaukee Brewers 10-6 to square their series at two games apiece and force a fifth and deciding game on Friday back in Milwaukee.
At St. Louis:
David Freese homered, doubled, and batted in four runs as the St. Louis Cardinals squared their divisional playoff series at two games apiece with a 5-3 home win over the Philadelphia Phillies in game four. The Cards' victory has forced a fifth and deciding game in this best-of-five series to be played in Philadelphia on Friday.
At Phoenix, Arizona:
Ryan Roberts hit a grand slam home run while Chris Young belted two round-trippers for the first two-homer game in franchise history as the Arizona Diamondbacks defeated the visiting Milwaukee Brewers 10-6 to square their series at two games apiece and force a fifth and deciding game on Friday back in Milwaukee.
Time For Tom and Jerry, Boys and Girls!
Time for Tom and Jerry in "Down Beat Bear." In this 1956 Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer cartoon, a bear, who escaped from the circus, dances up a storm whenever he hears music, causing problems for Tom. With animation by Ken Muse, Ed Barge, Irvin Spence, and Lewis Marshall, layout by Dick Bickenbach, backgrounds by Robert Gentle, and music by Scott Bradley, this cartoon, shown in its' original CinemaScope format, was produced and directed by Joe Barbera and Bill Hanna.
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Tuesday, October 04, 2011
National League Divisional Playoffs: Cards Squander Chances As Phils Take 2-1 Series Lead; Snakes Bite Brewers To Stay Alive
Both National League divisional playoff series continued on Tuesday.
At St. Louis:
Pinch-hitter Ben Francisco's three-run shot with two out in the seventh inning provided the difference as the Philadelphia Phillies took a two-games-to-one divisional series lead following their 3-2 road win over the St. Louis Cardinals, who stranded 14 runners on base.
At Phoenix, Arizona:
Paul Goldschmidt hit a grand slam home run in the fifth inning while fellow rookie Josh Collmenter pitched seven strong innings of two-hit ball as the Arizona Diamondbacks avoided elimination by handily defeating the visiting Milwaukee Brewers 8-1 and cut their divisional playoff series deficit to two-games-to-one.
At St. Louis:
Pinch-hitter Ben Francisco's three-run shot with two out in the seventh inning provided the difference as the Philadelphia Phillies took a two-games-to-one divisional series lead following their 3-2 road win over the St. Louis Cardinals, who stranded 14 runners on base.
At Phoenix, Arizona:
Paul Goldschmidt hit a grand slam home run in the fifth inning while fellow rookie Josh Collmenter pitched seven strong innings of two-hit ball as the Arizona Diamondbacks avoided elimination by handily defeating the visiting Milwaukee Brewers 8-1 and cut their divisional playoff series deficit to two-games-to-one.
American League Divisional Playoffs: Rangers Finish Off Rays To Return To ALCS; Yanks Bash Tigers To Force Game Five Back Home
The American League divisional playoffs continued with two Tuesday affairs.
At Saint Petersburg, Florida:
Adrian Beltre belted three home runs (in three straight at bats) as the Texas Rangers held off the Tampa Bay Rays 4-3 in game four of their divisional playoff series and finished off their opponents three games to one. The Rangers advanced to their second straight AL Championship Series.
At Detroit:
A. J. Burnett (who started and pitched 5 2/3 innings) and three other pitchers surrendered only four base hits while Curtis Granderson made two key catches in the outfield as the New York Yankees erupted for six runs in the eighth inning en route to a 10-1 road fistbeating of the Detroit Tigers in game four of their divisional playoff series. The fifth and deciding game will take place back in the Bronx on Thursday.
At Saint Petersburg, Florida:
Adrian Beltre belted three home runs (in three straight at bats) as the Texas Rangers held off the Tampa Bay Rays 4-3 in game four of their divisional playoff series and finished off their opponents three games to one. The Rangers advanced to their second straight AL Championship Series.
At Detroit:
A. J. Burnett (who started and pitched 5 2/3 innings) and three other pitchers surrendered only four base hits while Curtis Granderson made two key catches in the outfield as the New York Yankees erupted for six runs in the eighth inning en route to a 10-1 road fistbeating of the Detroit Tigers in game four of their divisional playoff series. The fifth and deciding game will take place back in the Bronx on Thursday.
Monday, October 03, 2011
American League Divisional Playoffs: Tigers, Rangers One Win Each Away From American League Championship Series
Both American League divisional playoff series continued on Monday.
At Saint Petersburg, Florida:
Mike Napoli hit a two-run homer off starting pitcher David Price as part of a four-run seventh inning as the Texas Rangers defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 4-3 to take a two-games-to-one lead in their best-of-five opening round series. The Rangers can wrap up the series with a win on the road on Tuesday.
At Detroit:
In eight gritty innings of work, Justin Verlander struck out 11 batters while Jose Valverde stopped a New York rally for the second straight night, striking out Derek Jeter with two men on base in the ninth inning as the Detroit Tigers took game three with the visiting Yankees 5-4 to take a two-games-to-one series lead. Delmon Young hit a tiebreaking home run off New York pitcher Rafael Soriano in the seventh inning.
At Saint Petersburg, Florida:
Mike Napoli hit a two-run homer off starting pitcher David Price as part of a four-run seventh inning as the Texas Rangers defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 4-3 to take a two-games-to-one lead in their best-of-five opening round series. The Rangers can wrap up the series with a win on the road on Tuesday.
At Detroit:
In eight gritty innings of work, Justin Verlander struck out 11 batters while Jose Valverde stopped a New York rally for the second straight night, striking out Derek Jeter with two men on base in the ninth inning as the Detroit Tigers took game three with the visiting Yankees 5-4 to take a two-games-to-one series lead. Delmon Young hit a tiebreaking home run off New York pitcher Rafael Soriano in the seventh inning.
Make Room For Daddy!
Here's the February 1, 1955 ABC Network telecast of Make Room For Daddy. In this episode, Danny's wife Margaret hires a governess to look after their kids. Starring Danny Thomas as night club entertainer Danny Williams, Jean Hagen (of "Singin' In The Rain" fame) as his wife Margaret, and Sherry Jackson and Rusty Hamer as their offspring. Complete with original commercials for Pall Mall Cigarettes and Dodge Cars.
Sunday, October 02, 2011
Ducks At #9 In Media And Coaches Polls
After a weekend off, the Oregon Ducks rank #9 in both the Associated Press media (same as last week) and USA Today/Coaches (up two spots) polls.
National League Divisional Playoffs: Cards Square Series With Phillies; Brewers Go Up 2-0
The National League divisional playoffs continued with the second game of each respective series on Sunday.
At Milwaukee:
Ryan Braun hit a two-run home and Prince Fielder added an RBI single as the Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Arizona Diamondbacks 9-4 to take a two-games-to-none lead in their best-of-five series. The Brewers will go for the sweep at Arizona on Tuesday.
At Philadelphia:
The St. Louis Cardinals came back from a four-run deficit on the road to top the Philadelphia Phillies 5-4 to even their divisional playoff series at a game apiece. The Cards scored four runs in the fourth inning, one more in the sixth, and, thanks to Albert Pujols' go-ahead single in the seventh, the game winning run.
At Milwaukee:
Ryan Braun hit a two-run home and Prince Fielder added an RBI single as the Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Arizona Diamondbacks 9-4 to take a two-games-to-none lead in their best-of-five series. The Brewers will go for the sweep at Arizona on Tuesday.
At Philadelphia:
The St. Louis Cardinals came back from a four-run deficit on the road to top the Philadelphia Phillies 5-4 to even their divisional playoff series at a game apiece. The Cards scored four runs in the fourth inning, one more in the sixth, and, thanks to Albert Pujols' go-ahead single in the seventh, the game winning run.
American League Divisional Playoffs: Tigers Hold Off Yankees To Square Series
At New York:
Miguel Cabrera drove in three runs on Sunday as the Detroit Tigers held off the New York Yankees 5-3 on the road to square their American League divisional playoff series at one game apiece.
Miguel Cabrera drove in three runs on Sunday as the Detroit Tigers held off the New York Yankees 5-3 on the road to square their American League divisional playoff series at one game apiece.
Niners Erase 20-Point Deficit To Upend Eagles In Philly
At Philadelphia:
Quarterback Alex Smith threw for 291 yards and two touchdowns (30 yards to Josh Morgan and 9 yards to Vernon Davis, both in the third quarter) and Frank Gore, who ran for 127 yards, collected 12 of them on the game winning score with three minutes remaining as the San Francisco 49ers (3-1) overcame a 20-point third-quarter deficit and defeated the Philadelphia Eagles (1-3) 24-23 on the road in Sunday National Football League action as the Niners remained in sole possession of first place in the NFC West Division.
Quarterback Alex Smith threw for 291 yards and two touchdowns (30 yards to Josh Morgan and 9 yards to Vernon Davis, both in the third quarter) and Frank Gore, who ran for 127 yards, collected 12 of them on the game winning score with three minutes remaining as the San Francisco 49ers (3-1) overcame a 20-point third-quarter deficit and defeated the Philadelphia Eagles (1-3) 24-23 on the road in Sunday National Football League action as the Niners remained in sole possession of first place in the NFC West Division.
NRL (Australia) Grand Final: A Manly Win Over The Warriors
At Sydney, Australia:
The brothers Glenn and Brett Stewart each scored a try (five points apiece in rugby league) as the Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles defeated the New Zealand Warriors 24-10 on Sunday to win their eighth National Rugby League championship.
The brothers Glenn and Brett Stewart each scored a try (five points apiece in rugby league) as the Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles defeated the New Zealand Warriors 24-10 on Sunday to win their eighth National Rugby League championship.
Saturday, October 01, 2011
Another Setback For The Beavers
At Tempe, Arizona:
Cameron Marshall ran for two touchdowns while quarterback Brock Osweiler threw for two other scores and Jamal Miles racked up Arizona State's first punt return for a touchdown since 2005 as the #25-ranked Sun Devils (AP poll; 4-1 overall, 2-0 in Pac-12 play) kept the visiting Oregon State Beavers (0-4, 0-2) winless, 35-20 on Saturday night.
Cameron Marshall ran for two touchdowns while quarterback Brock Osweiler threw for two other scores and Jamal Miles racked up Arizona State's first punt return for a touchdown since 2005 as the #25-ranked Sun Devils (AP poll; 4-1 overall, 2-0 in Pac-12 play) kept the visiting Oregon State Beavers (0-4, 0-2) winless, 35-20 on Saturday night.
Another Rotten Performance By The Riders
At Calgary, Alberta:
In Saturday Canadian Football League action, running back Jon Cornish ran for a career-high 149 yards and two touchdowns as the Calgary Stampeders (8-5) moved into sole possession of first place in the Western Division following their 40-3 home demolition of the sinking Saskatchewan Roughriders (4-9), who suffered another blowout defeat.
In Saturday Canadian Football League action, running back Jon Cornish ran for a career-high 149 yards and two touchdowns as the Calgary Stampeders (8-5) moved into sole possession of first place in the Western Division following their 40-3 home demolition of the sinking Saskatchewan Roughriders (4-9), who suffered another blowout defeat.
American League Divisional Playoffs: Rangers Come Back To Square Series; Yankees Win Suspended Opener
Two games were played on Saturday in American League divisional playoff action.
At Arlington, Texas:
The Texas Rangers took advantage of wild pitches from Tampa Bay starting pitcher James Shields, scoring five runs in the fourth inning in the process, as they squared their divisional playoff series at a game apiece following their 8-6 game-two win at home.
At New York:
Robinson Cano hit a home run and two doubles, batting in six runs in the process, as the New York Yankees dominated the visiting Detroit Tigers 9-3 as the teams concluded their series opener that had been suspended in the second inning Friday night due to rain.
At Arlington, Texas:
The Texas Rangers took advantage of wild pitches from Tampa Bay starting pitcher James Shields, scoring five runs in the fourth inning in the process, as they squared their divisional playoff series at a game apiece following their 8-6 game-two win at home.
At New York:
Robinson Cano hit a home run and two doubles, batting in six runs in the process, as the New York Yankees dominated the visiting Detroit Tigers 9-3 as the teams concluded their series opener that had been suspended in the second inning Friday night due to rain.
National League Divisional Playoffs: Brewers, Phillies Take Series Openers
The National League baseball playoffs began on Saturday with the opening game of each of the two best-of-five divisional playoff series.
At Milwaukee:
Yovani Gallardo pitched eight innings of one-run baseball while Prince Fielder hit a two-run homer in the seventh inning as the Milwaukee Brewers took the opening game of their divisional playoff series, 4-1 at home over the Arizona Diamondbacks.
At Philadelphia:
Ryan Howard hit a go-ahead three-run home as part of a five-run sixth inning as the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the visiting St. Louis Cardinals 9-3 in game one of their divisional playoff series.
At Milwaukee:
Yovani Gallardo pitched eight innings of one-run baseball while Prince Fielder hit a two-run homer in the seventh inning as the Milwaukee Brewers took the opening game of their divisional playoff series, 4-1 at home over the Arizona Diamondbacks.
At Philadelphia:
Ryan Howard hit a go-ahead three-run home as part of a five-run sixth inning as the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the visiting St. Louis Cardinals 9-3 in game one of their divisional playoff series.
AFL PREMIERSHIP: CATS BREAK OPEN TIGHT GAME WITH MAGPIES TO CLAIM CROWN
At Melbourne, Australia:
The Geelong Cats scored five goals (six points apiece) compared to the Collingwood Magpies' none in the fourth quarter as they won the Australian Football League's title match by a score of 119 (18 goals and 11 behinds, the latter worth a point apiece) to 81 (12 goals and 9 behinds) on Saturday for their third title in five years.
The Geelong Cats scored five goals (six points apiece) compared to the Collingwood Magpies' none in the fourth quarter as they won the Australian Football League's title match by a score of 119 (18 goals and 11 behinds, the latter worth a point apiece) to 81 (12 goals and 9 behinds) on Saturday for their third title in five years.
Time For Another Chapter, Boys and Girls!
We resume our 1945 Republic Pictures serial, Manhunt of Mystery Island with Chapter Ten, "The Sable Shroud."
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