Sports
Although he had a chance to break the game open with the bases loaded and two out in the eighth inning Saturday night, Boston Manager John McNamara declined to play the percentages and send up right-handed pinch-hitter Don Baylor to bat against left-handed relief pitcher Jesse Orosco.
Oct. 26, 1986
As the World Series shifts back to Shea Stadium and National League rules, Boston designated hitter Don Baylor is prepared to shift back to the bench.
Oct. 24, 1986
High School Sports
Shea Buckner and Mark Milovic scored Villa Park’s first two goals and carried the bulk of the offensive load Saturday as the Spartans defeated Carlsbad, 14-10, to win the championship of their own water polo tournament for the first time since 2000.
Oct. 3, 2004
As a hitter, Roger Clemens was nearly perfect. As a pitcher, he had big problems.
Sept. 3, 1997
BOYS’ WATER POLO * Shea Buckner, Villa Park: Scored eight goals for the Spartans in a 19-2 Century League victory against No. 10 Orange El Modena. * Callum Reynolds, Fullerton Troy: Registered five goals, one assist and two steals for the Warriors in a 9-5 Freeway League victory at Buena Park.
Oct. 23, 2003
Will a strained Achilles’ tendon prevent Boston’s Bill Buckner from starting at first base in tonight’s opening game of the World Series?
Oct. 18, 1986
Who’s Hot: Villa Park’s Shea Buckner scored eight goals in a 19-2 Century League victory over Orange El Modena on Wednesday.
Oct. 29, 2003
FIRST TEAM SECOND TEAM *--* Shea Buckner Villa Park Senior * Scored a school-record 185 goals, most among Southland players, and was named the Southern Section Division II player of the year.
Dec. 25, 2004
FOOTBALL BRIAN STUART Sr., Lake Balboa Birmingham Then: Was a first-team All-West Valley League selection at running back for the Patriots, who had a 7-4 record last season and reached the City Section playoffs.
Sept. 30, 2004
Clark’s ground ball gets past the first baseman, allowing the Yankees to tie the score. They win, 4-2.
July 1, 2004