SLIDING SAFE During Post Little League baseball action in the summer of 1983, Dustin Ammons slides into third base. | POST DISPATCH ARCHIVES
RIGHT SAFE AT THIRD In June 1983, during a Post Little League game, Red Sox baserunner Floyd Slay raced past third base as Giants infielder Felipe Vargas pursues the baseball. | POST DISPATCH ARCHIVES
FROM THE ARCHIVES — June 8, 1983
Little League baseball was in full swing in Post during the summer of 1983, with several closely contested games highlighting the young talent on local diamonds.
In one matchup, the Braves edged the Indians 8-5, overcoming a late rally by the Indians. The Braves built an early lead and held on despite strong efforts from the Indians’ lineup. Players from both teams c…