Williams Pays First Visit To New Ranger Home
Ted Williams made his first North Texas appearance as Texas Rangers manager promising no miracle pennant, stressing hustle and fundamentals. He said the club will work harder, seek pitching, and may make trades. Frank Howard’s weight was noted as a potential issue for a good season.
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Kuhn: 1972 not possible for Washington team
Baseball chief Bowie Kuhn said a Washington major league team in 1972 is not possible but left open the chance for a 1973 move. After a Washington delegation visit, Kuhn and top baseball officials agreed on a January follow up with lawmakers and civic leaders to explore returning major league baseball to the capital.
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Redskins Rally to Clinch Playoff Spot In Allen's First Year
Washington Redskins defeat Los Angeles Rams 39-24 to secure a wild-card playoff berth in Coach George Allen's inaugural season. Bill Kilmer connected on two passing touchdowns, Roy Jefferson and Clifton McNeil caught scores, while defensive plays and a late interception by Speedy Duncan sealed the win. The Rams must win their remaining game to keep postseason hopes alive.
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Alfa Romeo test drive through a road you know and hate
An unclear fragment references Alfa Romeo test drives and a road disliked by the narrator. The text repeats phrases and mentions GT Veloce and tracks, but lacks coherent facts or a complete event to form a solid news item.
Lombardi Award Finalists Named for 1970 Honor
Four defensive linemen Rich Glover Larry Jacobson Walt Patulski and Ron Estay were named Lombardi Award finalists. The trophy honors Vince Lombardi and will be awarded Jan. 14 at the Astroworld Hotel dinner, with proceeds to the American Cancer Society research program.
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Orioles Produce Four 20-Game Winners In 51 Years
The 1971 Orioles led the American League with four 20-win pitchers Davey 21-5 Pat Dobson 20-8 Jim Palmer 20-9 and Mike Cuellar 20-4. They also topped the circuit in ERA 2.99 complete games 71 runs allowed 500 and earned runs 40. Other 20-win men included Mickey Lolich 25-14 Joe Coleman 20-9 Vida Blue 24-8 Jim Hunter 21-11 Wilbur Wood 22-13 and Andy Messersmith 29-13. Lolich set league highs in eight categories and Blue won the Cy Young with a 1.82 ERA and eight shutouts. Ken Sanders led with 83 appearances and 31 saves.
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Freshman and Grade Eight Basketball Scores Reported
South Side beat North Side 42 to 24 in a Freshman game. Freshman South Side won 38 to 34 against Elwood. Alexandria A led Pendleton 58 to 43. Pendleton Heights B defeated Alexandria 44 to 27. South Side 7th Grade posted a 89 to 19 win over Elwood.
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Redskins Clinch Playoff Berth in NFL
NEW YORK AP The Washington Redskins clinched a playoff berth with a 38 28 win over the Rams. Washington improved to 8 3 in the NFC East while Dallas led the division at 10 3. The Rams dropped to 7 1 in the NFC West behind 85 San Francisco. Playoffs begin Christmas Day with Minnesota hosting Dallas or Washington and Baltimore or Miami meeting Kansas City.
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Obscure Goodrich Keeps Scoring Points
Los Angeles star guard Guilt Goodrich leads the Lakers with 26.8 points per game as they ride a 21 game winning streak. He remains unlikely to start in the NBA All Star game, though he could be a reserve, prioritizing team success over personal fame.
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Buc Grapplers Top New Castle in Varsity Meet
Madison Heights wrestling team defeated New Castle with four of five matches won. Frank Caudill and other MH grapplers secured victories, while the Pirates reserves also claimed wins in the late proceedings.
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Indians Rout Mathews in Midweek Wrestling Dual
Anderson High School wrestling dominated the Wigwam, winning the first six matches and defeating Muncie Central 31 to 15 in a North Central Conference dual. Brad Smith pinned his opponent, key wins by fall and decision built an early point lead to clinch the final score.
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Bucks Sign Jones In Trade Amid Contract Dispute
The Milwaukee Bucks announce the acquisition of veteran guard Wally Jones from Philadelphia after a contract dispute kept him from playing this season. In the same move, the Bucks waive second year guard Jeff Webb, a West Milwaukee native, as part of future considerations.
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