Marathon baseball doubleheader ends in 19 innings
The Detroit Tigers and New York Yankees battled to a 3 3 tie after a 19 inning game that lasted past 1 a.m. The Yankees won the opener 2 1 on Tom Tresh's two run homer as the curtain fell on the nightcap. Replayed Sunday. Oakland beat California 9 4 while Chicago edged Minnesota 4 2 Cleveland defeated Washington 6 2. Roy White homered for the Yankees in the nightcap and Lindy McDaniel tossed seven perfect innings before relief.
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Baseball Standings and Results Roundup
Friday results include St Louis 3 Pittsburgh 2 in 11 innings and Cincinnati 4 New York 2. San Francisco triumphed 8 3 over Los Angeles as Philadelphia and Atlanta shutout 0 and 6 respectively. Upcoming games feature New York at Cincinnati and Chicago at Houston.
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Final preseason observations before NFL cutdown date
In a Denver influenced preseason matchup, the Vikings and Eagles seek offensive production and roster clarity ahead of Monday’s 49-man limit. Injuries and rookies shape decisions as Joe Kuharich and Bud Grant evaluate quarterbacks Kapp and Hill and new receivers Powell and Pope.
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Major League Leaders in American League Honors
The Associated Press lists top AL players by batting with Oliva and Carew hitting .300 and .297 respectively. Key leaders include McAuliffe and Harrelson with 79 runs and 101 RBIs, Campaneris and Aparicio with 142 and 137 hits, and Howard’s 36 homers. Stolen bases led by Campaneris with 43. pitching leaders include McLain at 2.54 with .862 ERA and Tiant with 221 strikeouts.
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Baseball Leaders Highlight 1965 Stat Standouts
Batting leaders include Rose Cincinnati .347 with 77 runs and 74 by Beckett Chicago. M Alou Pittsburgh .399 season high. McCovey San Francisco 80 RBIs and 20 homers. Brock St Louis 39 doubles 12 triples. Wills Pittsburgh 41 steals. Pitching leaders show Marshall San Francisco 25? no, 225 strikeouts Jenkins Chicago 205.
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Detroit Pistons Edge G.B. 81 to 46
Detroit defeats Green Bay by a wide margin with a final score of 81 to 46. Peterman leads Detroit with strong scoring and rebounding as the team extends its win in regional play.
What’s Next in Pro Golf Revolt
The touring pros revolt against the PGA may hit a new stage at the Thunderbird Classic next week. Arnold Palmer remains noncommittal after day long talks with PGA president Max Elbin of Washington and the dispute centers on Palmer’s stance and role in the movement.
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Brundage Sees No Reason to Postpone Olympics
Chicago AP reports IOC president Avery Brundage believes the Olympic Games should not be canceled this year despite the Russian invasion of Czechoslovakia.
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Perfect Games Highlight ABC Tournament Run
The ABC tournament records 21 perfect games with two feats noted in the i9od event held in Cincinnati.
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Bowling Congress Marks Over a Century of Service
The American Bowling Congress has served the nation's male bowlers since 1895, establishing a long history of organizing leagues and championships and guiding the sport's development through the early 20th century.
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Northwest anglers favor miniature marshmallow bait for trout
A miniature marshmallow is a popular lure among Northwest anglers targeting rainbow trout. The soft bait is widely used in streams and rivers, with fishermen praising its buoyancy and appeal to rainbow trout.
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Aaron Wasn't Nervous With Bat in Hand
Hank Aaron energized by a pregame ceremony in Atlanta as he hit four RBIs including a three run homer to lift the Braves over Philadelphia 6 0. St Louis edged Pittsburgh 3 2 in 11 innings while Cincinnati beat the Mets 4 2. Houston topped the Cubs 3 2 and San Francisco routed Los Angeles 8 3 in other National League results.
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Mets Ride Wins Extend Road Trip Glory
In mid June the New York Mets completed their best road trip in seven months, winning seven of nine games to cap the trip with strong momentum and positive results on the road.
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Harrelson Demonstrates Swing Technique for Power Hitter
Baseball legend Ken Harrelson of the Boston Red Sox shows proper body alignment and weight transfer at the plate to produce a powerful swing. The instructional emphasis covers stance balance hip rotation and follow through for consistent contact.
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Jets whip Falcons as Namath knee test shows progress
Joe Namath, coming off a healing knee issue, passed for two touchdowns and 140 yards on 12 of 20 as the Jets beat Atlanta 27-12 in Friday night exhibition. Cappelletti starred for the Patriots in a 19-17 win over Miami with two 49 and 48 yard field goals. The Jets, Patriots, Oilers, Lions, 49ers and others posted results in the four league matchups.
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Oakland Again No. 1 Choice to Win AFL Title
Oakland Raiders remain the AFL favorite after a strong 1967 season. Coach John Rauch credits quarterback Daryle Lamonica for a record 30 touchdown passes and a high completion rate as a key to last year’s success. Rauch cautions on repeating yet expects continued dominance with experience.
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Twins Bow But Oliva Still Leads Batting Title
In Chicago, four pitchers are set for a twin bill between the White Sox and Twins. Jim Kaat and Dave Boswell start for Minnesota as Kaat stands 9-10 and Boswell 8-10, with rookie Tom Hall possible. Tony Oliva's 18th homer lifts his average to .300, extending the AL lead as Minnesota slips to 214 games back.
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Golden Eagles Clinch 11-7 Victory In League Finale
The Golden Eagles defeated the Twins 11-7 in the final United Commercial Travelers Baseball League game of the season. Winning pitcher was Mark Ostergard. Terry Nelson took the loss. Final standings show Pirates 10-0, Yanks 6-4, Golden Eagles 5-5, Green Hornets 5-5, Ellis Tigers 3-7, Twins 1-9.
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Olympic Trials Open for Girls
By land and water United States gals begin competition to select teams for Mexico City and the 1968 Olympic Games. Swimmers start five days of racing at Los Angeles Swim Stadium while track and field hopefuls vie for positions at Mt San Antonio College Walnut.
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Mets Break Los Angeles Win Drought At Dodgers Stadium
The New York Mets won four of five games in Dodger Stadium this spring, ending a drought of more than three wins in a season against Los Angeles across seven campaigns.
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Wakayama Faces Richmond in Little League World Series Final
Wakayama Japan meets Richmond Virginia in the nationally televised Little League World Series final to crown the world champion. Manager Yoshio Kono leans on star pitcher Hideaki Highashide, who pitched a two hitter in the opener, while Roger Miller starts for Richmond after a 8-5 win over Sherbrooke Knoxville.
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Chargers Look for Jump in AFL Standings in 1968
San Diego coach Siddy Gillman pins hopes on sophomores Dick Post and Brad Hubbert to lift the Chargers. He cites improved defense, attitude, coaching and depth as reasons the team can surpass 1967 third place in the Western Division. Sid says a championship isn’t the immediate goal.
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Saints Talk Title in NFL Century Division
New Orleans coach Tom Fears and the Saints project a strong 1968 season after a solid first year in the Century Division. Key acquisitions and players like Dave Parks Milt Stickles Elbert Kimbrough Randy Schultz Don McCall Tony Baker and Bill Kilmer shape a renewed offense and defense as the team eyes a divisional crown. The schedule lists exhibition and regular season games against Cleveland Washington St. Louis Minnesota and Pittsburgh among others.
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Three leaders at Philadelphia Golf Classic third round
The Philadelphia Golf Classic sees three leaders in the third round as Jim Ferrier 53, Bobby Cole 20, and Billy Casper 37- under par efforts. Ferrier, now a U.S. citizen, Cole is a young South African, while Casper plays with banker like consistency.
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Tigers Shine In June Winning 20 Of 21 In AL Play
The Detroit Tigers dominated June by going 20 of 21 in American League games. They also posted strong night game success, winning 25 of their first 39 night contests this season.
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Football League camps host 700 veterans from 10 colleges
New York AP reports that league training camps this summer include more than 700 veteran players drawn from 10 colleges and universities.
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Victory Bell Echoes Derby Wins at Idle Hour Farm
In the late 1920s and early 1930s Lexington tradition marked Derby victories by rang a bell at Idle Hour Stock Farm owned by Col. E. R. Bradley. The sound announced another Bradley thoroughbred had won the Kentucky Derby.
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Bowlin Congress to Stage 1959 Championship in Madison
The annual American Bowlin Congress championships will be held in Madison Wisconsin in 1959. Any male bowler with an A membership card is eligible to compete.
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Notre Dame Favored To Claim 1968 National Title
Notre Dame, led by Ara Parseghian, enters 1968 as a strong national title contender. QB Terry Hanratty and receiver Jim Seymour headline a potent offense, with Jeff Zimmerman and Bob Gladieux in the backfield and a stout line. Defensively experience is limited but talent remains, as ND faces Purdue, USC, Oklahoma, and Georgia Tech on a rugged schedule.
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