Seaver Set to Battle Dodgers in Cincinnati Series
Tom Seaver makes his first home start for Cincinnati as the Reds host the division leading Los Angeles Dodgers in a four game set. LA aims for a sweep while Cincinnati, eight and a half back, tries to close the gap and gain momentum behind Seaver and a 12 game remaining schedule against the Dodgers.
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Indians Extend Win Streak to Eight Behind Garland
The Indians beat Toronto 4-0 behind Wayne Garland four hit pitching as Rico Carty and Buddy Bell provided timely power. Jeff Torborg replaces Frank Robinson and the team extends a six game stretch since the change. In other AL games Minnesota, California, Boston and Seattle won, while no NL games were scheduled.
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Rangers shuffle again as Stanky quits mid season
Frank Lucchesi is fired as Texas Rangers skipper and Eddie Stanky takes over for one game before quitting. Connie Ryan, 57, named interim manager by Eddie Robinson with no official word on the season’s fate. The Rangers' record shifts from 31-31 under Lucchesi to 1-0 under Stanky and 0-1 under Ryan after a 12-2 setback to Minnesota.
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Rangers Face Manager Change Amid Stanky Exit
Connie Stanky resigns as Rangers manager after nine years as coach at South Alabama, choosing home life over pro duties. Bill Robinson notes Ryan could fill interim role, with Ryan arriving in Anaheim for California Angels series and weighing permanent selection in days ahead.
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Pro Cager Davis to study theology in offseason
Portland rookie Johnny Davis will use a 21346 playoff bonus to study theology at Dayton. The Detroit born guard left Dayton as a hardship draftee, then switched majors to physical education before turning to theology for personal growth and possible future ministry. He scored 25 points in Denver game five after starting for an injured teammate.
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Eastern High star Vickie Epple competes in Olympic tryouts
Vickie Epple returned home from a California tryout camp for under 19 junior women players at Squaw Valley. She joined 95 participants, noting a long bus ride and unfinished facilities, but gained tips and met players nationwide. Among the 24 selected for national teams, Ohio had no representatives. Epple hopes for future Olympic opportunities closer to home.
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Cauthen's Hollywood Style Return Captures Belmont Ride
Steve Cauthen returns after a month out due to injuries and wins with Little Miracle at Belmont Park. The 17 year old, leading rider in the nation, is cheered by railbirds and box seats as cameras flash and reporters chronicle his comeback. He also places on Sara Drew, Secret Visit, and Capulet's Son.
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City Recreation Girls Pony League results in Athens
In Athens on Monday four Girls Pony League games produced wins for Chauncey over Wendy's 18-10, Logan Federal over White's Motors 6-5, and Rollerbowl defeating Albany 9-5. key hitters included Walker Schleicher and Davis. Air Force ROTC tied Datsun 11-11 with ROTC’s Vickie Smith strong at bat.
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D Amato trains two young heavies after Patterson title
Boxing coach Cus D Amato trains Cyclone Hart and Bob Stewart after guiding Floyd Patterson to the heavyweight crown. Hart and Stewart emerge as rising contenders under D Amato's guidance in a new training phase.
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