Oakland Hopes Bats, Not Tempers, Will Explode
In the third game of the 1974 World Series the Oakland A's seek a batting surge over the Los Angeles Dodgers. Manager Alvin Dark considers lineup changes to spark offense while Catfish Hunter starts. tensions simmer around salary disputes with owner Charles Finley and past clubhouse clashes.
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Outfielder Jackson confronts Olderman over article at game
Star outfielder verbally challenges Murray Olderman editor of Newspaper Enterprises Association in San Francisco after reading a national magazine piece. Jackson storms from batting cage, berates Olderman before a crowd. Meanwhile the World Series sees Downing kept in check as Dodgers suppress A's offense with strong pitching and solid lineup plans.
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Dodgers Shuffle Roster For Hunter Challenge At Oakland
Willie Crawford will start in right field with Alston using Ferguson behind the plate over Yeager. The Dodgers face Hall of Famer Hunter, the American League ace who won 25 games and led with a 2.43 ERA. The Oakland Coliseum hosts the night game at 5 30 P M, the first of three.
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Braves Grant Aaron Talks With Brewers Over Front Office
Atlanta Braves authorize Hank Aaron to discuss a potential deal with Milwaukee Brewers possibly paving way for him to become MLB's first black general manager. Aaron's Magnavox contract and Braves offer discussed as future with team remains unsettled amid financial disagreements.
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Forzano Gets Ist Coaching Win Lions End Cynics' Doubts
Detroit Lions beat San Francisco 17 13 for their first win under coach Rick Forzano at Tiger Stadium before 45199 fans. Key plays included a disputed pass interference call setting up Steve Owens 1-yard TD, Levi Johnson interception returns, and a 64 yard Wilbur Jackson run. San Francisco quarterback Dennis Morrison threw three picks as Detroit defenders thwarted threats.
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McDonald Grabs Top Spot In Ohio Ratings Shakeup
In Ohio AP football ratings McDonald climbs to Class A lead with 197 points, 6-0-0 record, ahead of Alder 175. McKinley and St. Vincent-St. Mary continue dominance in Class AAA and AA respectively. Warren Harding rises to second in AAA. Upper Arlington falls to fourth after a close win while Moeller pounds Chaminade. St. Vincent-St. Mary expands their Class AA margin over Wheelersburg.
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Wellston reserves beat Athens 22 18 in football clash
Wellston reserves topped Athens 22 to 18 as Terry McKinniss caught a Bruce Downard pass, Terry Dixon and Paul McCarter scored TDs with Dixon and McCarter adding the extra points. Athens got two TD passes from Brad Smith to Eddie Pennell and Jeff Griffin and a Mike Cornwell 3 yard scoring run. Athens also fell to 0 4 in the season. The Wellston freshmen then beat Athens 2 0 on a safety when Brian Cornwell was tackled in his end zone.
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Lyons Doubtful For Morehead Game In MAC Football
Ohio University coach Bill Hess says L C Lyons is a big question mark with a stiff knee and may not play in the upcoming Morehead State game. He notes Miami’s offense, led by quarterback Sherman Smith, could be the best in school history as Ohio eyes a strong finish after a MAC title hopes fade. Morehead State enters with a 1-4 start, led by tailback Frank Jones and quarterback Alex Brawner as they visit Athens.
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Arizona Debuts In Top Ten In AP Poll
Arizona rises to No. 9 in the AP college football ranking as undefeated Wildcats beat Utah 41-8. Ohio State holds No. 1 for the fourth straight week, ahead of Oklahoma and Michigan among the top ten.
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