As they picked up the pace, temperatures at pitch level also began to soar.

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Down at pitch level the Kings' early fury appeared to subside somewhat as the Lions finally established some control up front.

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The physical and mental reconstruction of Andy Pettitte by Wayne Graham produced a ball player that was confident and ready to pitch at the professional level.

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