Ted Williams went 3 for 5 with two doubles, a home run, and 6 RBI against the Detroit Rockets. Meanwhile, Gaylord Perry scattered 8 hits and struck out 8 in a complete game 11-1 victory for the Boston Splinters. Detroit starter David Cone struggled with control, allowing 7 earned runs on 7 hits while walking 6 in 5 innings. Luis Tiant held Boston scoreless for 2 innings of relief, but Urban Shocker gave up a 3-run shot to Williams in the 8th. Perry’s lone run came thanks to an error by Frank Thomas in the 3rd inning. George Brett went 2 for 4 to raise his average to .489. Boston had lost 4 straight, but with this win, they’ve extended their lead in the American League to 2 games.