Howard Hits HR as DH rule stirs debate in Tigers win
Frank Howard and Gates Brown hit solo and two-run homers in a 7-5 Detroit victory over Cleveland as the designated hitter rule sparks praise and criticism from manager Billy Martin. Elsewhere Boston, Texas, and Kansas City posted wins while Yastrzemski boosted Boston with a seven-run fourth.
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Goalby Leads Milwaukee Open With 65 in First Round
Bob Goalby fired a seven under par 65 to take a one stroke lead at the Greater Milwaukee Open. Larry Ziegler Buddy Allin and Mike Morley were one behind at 66. Homero Blancas was at 67 as a large group stood at 68. Jerry Heard hit the season’s first double eagle on the 12th.
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Dixie Majors Name All Stars
The Dixie Major League announces its All Star teams. American League picks include Larry DeWitt as manager and Dan Ratchford as coach with players Glen Hallman Alvin Padgett Bill Fowler Don Hamilton Mark Wilkes Billy Widener Chip Jones Darren Womack Tom Jenkins Scott Lawson Wayne Hankinson Ron Schrader Kevin Ebington Andy Ratchford Mark Jarriel and David Johann. National League coaches are Charles Knight and Kevin Ebington with players Brad Johnson Robert Phibbs Wayne Jones Wayne Winkler Brian Ebington Andy Henshaw Scott Goodman Thomas Smith Steve Knight Everett Workman Jeff Allen Norman Walton Jay Slovik Bernard Craig Kevin Orander and Alan Woodward.
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League Leaders Hitting and Pitching Highlights
American League batting leading is Blomberg with .388 after 140 at bats. Home run leader Mayberry has 19, while Mayberry and Fisk top RBIs with 76 and 63. Pitching leader Hunter is 7 decisions at 3.08 ERA. Colborn 11-3 with 2.79. Strikeouts led by N. Ryan with 186.
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Aiken Golfer Ewing Signs College Grant
Frederic Richard Ewing of Aiken South Carolina has signed a Letter of Intent to attend Francis Marion College and play golf for the Patriots. The 19 year old was number one on the Aiken High School golf team in 1972 73. He finished fifth in the Rock Valley Junior Tournament and reached the semi finals of the Bedford New York Club Championship in 1971 and 1972. He also played football and lettered in soccer for four years and was a finalist in the State High School Tennis Tournament fourth flight and won the Aiken Jaycees Tennis Tournament in 1969.
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Baseball Leaders and Standout Totals for the Season
The data lists top players and stats across batting and pitching categories. Key figures include Bonds and Stargell with home runs, Watson and Davis with hits, Morgan and Cedeno with stolen bases, and Seaver and Carlton with strikeouts, reflecting standout performances in Major League Baseball.
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Padres Sweep Dodgers With Arlin Two-Hitter In 2-0 Win
In a possible setup for a Washington move, the Padres upset the Dodgers 2-0 as Steve Arlin pitched a two-hitter for his second straight shutout and Fred Kendall hit a homer. The win extends San Diego’s edge in the season series to six meetings.
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Newberry and Presbyterian Seek Football Associate Status
PC in Hickory reports Steve Shuford says Newberry and Presbyterian may return as football associates. They left last winter seeking more scheduling freedom for basketball. A conference committee proposed football only league games and needs trustee approval before formal applications.
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Harvard JV Crew Breaks Henley Mark
Harvard University junior varsity eight reached the Henley semifinals, winning the quarter at 6:34 to beat England’s First and Third Trinity Boat Club. The effort set a pace after a record-setting day as Wisconsin freshmen and Princeton lightweight crews also excelled.
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