Hendrick Hits Three Homers In Cleveland Rout Of Oakland
George Hendrick belted three home runs and drove in five as Cleveland routed Oakland 11 to 5 in an exhibition game. The event featured Commissioner Bowie Kuhn in attendance and noted Oakland owner Charlie Finley proposing the use of the gaudy balls to spark the sport. Hendrick, who had been traded from Oakland the week before, added a single to his three-homer day.
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Norton Sets Body Attack Plan in Ali Fight Preview
Ken Norton outlines his strategy to counter Muhammad Ali with body punches as both fighters sparred at the LeBaron Hotel. Ali weighs 219 1/2 pounds and is the favorite. Norton earns 50 000 while Ali takes 210 000. Norton vows to go the distance and win if possible.
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Bil Kelier Captures ABA Free Throw Title
New York AP Vir ginia's Julius Erving tops ABA scoring with 2268 points in 71 games for the Squires at 31.9 ppg. Indiana's George McGinnis second at 27.6 ppg, Dan Issel third at 27.3 ppg. Artis Gilmore wins rebounds and FG accuracy, 17.6 rpg and 56% shooting, totals 259 blocks and captains new blocks stat. Glen Combs leads 3pt at 38.1% down from last year, Bill Keller wins free throw at 87%, Bill Melchiorri earns third straight assist crown, and Billy Cunningham tops steals with 116.
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Cubs Promote Buris as Pizarro Is Traded to Wichita
Cubs promote 22 year old Ray Burris to their roster while veteran Juan Pizarro is optioned to Wichita of the American Association. Burris posted a 2 2 record in five Cub games and 7 5 last season for Midland with 91 strikeouts in 95 innings. The Cubs now have 27 rostered players plus Cleo James and Adrian Garrett.
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Linda's Chief Heads Six in Santa Anita Derby Field
Heavily favored Linda's Chief leads a six horse field for the Santa Anita Derby 118 miles at Arcadia California with Braulio Baeza to ride from post five. Sham Knightly Dawn and Greshawk join the challenge as futures list Linda's Chief as West's Derby hopeful while results shape Eastward Derby plans at Churchill Downs.
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