Owens New Phillies Manager Sparks Split Doubleheader
Paul Owens took over as Phillies field manager replacing Frank Lucchesi and piloted a two night doubleheader split with the Dodgers 6-4 in 11 innings and 9-1. Don Money and Willie Montanez drove in runs while Woody Fryman held San Diego to a six hitter. Padres players were hospitalized after injuries in the game.
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Browns face gaps as veteran linemen depart
Cleveland Browns confront training camp without two veteran linemen. Mitch Johnson retires after a limited role, and Joe Righetti fails to pass a physical, leaving coach Nick Skorich to choose backup plans among rookies Donald Wesley and Chris Morris or reshuffled veterans.
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University of Dayton
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Oklahoma
Bengal Rookies Start Early in Cincinnati Training
Nearly 20 Bengals rookies opened drills four days before the official preseason camp. Coach Paul Brown delayed early camp at Spinney Field, with three top picks to report July 29 after joining College All-Stars practice in Chicago ahead of a Dallas Cowboys game.
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All Star Balloting Shifts as Morgan and Kessinger Lead
Cincinnati second baseman Joe Morgan and Chicago shortstop Don Kessinger gain early leads in National League All-Star balloting. Kessinger tops Bud Harrelson with 497 193 votes to 471 349, while Morgan moves ahead of Glenn Beckert 402 446 to 398 785. Bench dominates catchers with 836 084 votes. Henry Aaron leads the outfield race with Clemente and Stargell near the top. Six Wake Forest football games will be played at home next season in Winston-Salem.
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Perry Grease Ball Protest Stirs Tigers White Sox Clash
In a tense American League night, Gaylord Perry facing protest over a grease ball sparked debate as Detroit hammered Chicago 2-1. Norris Tigers support, with Ron Lolich homering for the winner in the fourth, while Perry and White Sox clashed over alleged illegal pitches.
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Nicklaus Prepares for British Open at Muirfield
Jack Nicklaus arrives at Muirfield in Scotland aiming for the British Open title as part of a modern slam. The American star, undefeated on the course, discusses focus one event at a time while favorites include defending champ Lee Trevino and Gary Player, with Arnold Palmer hoping for a strong putt.
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Charges Dropped in Cincinnati Dock Ellis Incident
Pittsburgh pitcher Dock Ellis had disorderly conduct charges dismissed by Municipal Court Judge Paul George in Cincinnati. The case arose from an May 5 Riverfront Stadium incident in which Ellis allegedly refused to show ID and was maced by guard David Hatter. Both sides settled out of court and declined further comment.
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Expos Offer Bobby Wine Coaching Post in Montreal
Bobby Wine, veteran shortstop, has been placed on waivers for unconditional release by the Montreal Expos. He accepts the move, says he may stay with the club as coach if no better offer arises, and notes the waiver period runs through the week.
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Palmer Puzzled Over Poor Play In Golf Season
Palmer, famed for transforming golf, laments failing to win this season as he suffers missteps in the desert and touring events. He cites concentration lapses and has even tried eye aids, while maintaining fierce desire to win majors.
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West Athletics Edge Morrison Yankees 8 7 in Pee Wee League
West Athletics beat Morrison Yankees 8 to 7 in a Pee Wee League game after the Friday contest was removed from the Sunday Messenger. Sam Bennett earned the win, hammering two doubles and a triple with Brad Henry adding two singles. Ken Ohlinger led the Yankees with two singles.
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Major Leagues Monday Results and Tuesday Schedule
Baseball scores show Los Angeles 6 for Philadelphia 1 and other results while the schedule lists Tuesday games featuring San Diego at Montreal and New York at California. American League standings show Detroit and Baltimore leading in a crowded pennant race with several key matchups upcoming.
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Dusty Baker story and baseball odds in brief
A short summary note highlights Dusty Baker as a future major leaguer who failed to make a Little League team, while noting a broad contrast in attendance with the National League drawing 17 million fans versus the American League at 11 million. It also mentions Len Richardson’s golf speed record and promotes MoTyre tires with a 40,000 mile guarantee.
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