Blyleven Traded to Rangers in Big Six Player Deal
In Bloomington Minnesota, Bert Blyleven headlined a six man trade sending the pitcher and Danny Thompson to the Texas Rangers for Roy Smalley Mike Cabbage Bill Singer and minor leaguer Jim Gideon The deal reshapes both clubs with Blyleven signing a three year 550000 package and Thompson agreeing to terms with Texas while Smalley Cabbage and Singer join Minnesota and Gideon heads to Tacoma
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Major League Baseball Standings and Schedule
Standings show Detroit 8-6 Milwaukee 7-5 Texas 6-3 California 6-4 Kansas City 5-5 New York at Boston rained out. Wednesday forecasts include New York at Boston and Milwaukee at Detroit among 14 listed games with pitchers noted for each matchup.
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Celtics and Suns ready for Game Four in NBA finals
The Celtics lead the best-of-seven series 2-1 as Game Four spurs tonight in Phoenix. Coaches Heinsohn and MacLeod trade verbal jabs while players clash on court, with Game Five set for Boston Friday.
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Howe retires again with unsure third decision
In hockey news Gordie Howe contemplates a third retirement after two retirements. The piece notes his legendary status and ongoing debates over his future in the sport.
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Gordie Howe
Marcusen Park: Austin Baseball Heritage and Legacy
The piece recalls Marcusen Park's 1948 opening with Austin's 9 5 win over Spencer Iowa, its donated land by Elsie Marcusen, and its evolution from 4 000 to 1 300 seats. It honors Hans Marcusen, early contributors, notable players, colorful figures, and the park's role in hosting state and regional tournaments over three decades.
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Pump and Rusco win thrillers in Rebel softball
Jill Heyer hit a triple and pitched Village Pump to a 4-1 win over Lefty's in Rebel League women's slow pitch softball. Sue Meier earned the win for Rusco-Nickerson, while Becky Lundberg added a triple. McDonald’s youth beat Dairy Queen 14-4 and House of Pizza fell to Rusco-Nickerson 4-1. Kari Gemmer won for McDonald’s.
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Hole in One by Austin High Freshman Joe Bartholemew
As the school year ends, Austin High School freshman Joe Bartholemew aced Ramsey Golf Course despite the par three 88-yard No 12 hole using a wedge. He shot 18 holes in 76, five over par, with witnesses Steve Bartholomew Gregg Dahlback and Wayne Guyette.
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Steve Bartholomew
Gregg Dahlback
Wayne Guyette
Joe
Ryan ends slump as Angels top Twins 6-4 in Bloomington
California flamethrower No lan Ryan finally snaps a rut with a win over Minnesota 6-4 in Bloomington. He had struggled since last May, dropping five straight decisions before Tuesday night, his first victory since May 1.
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Charley's Edges Weber Bar In Extra Innings
In Owatonna Minnesota Charley's mens fast pitch team defeated Weber Bar 3 to 2 in 11 innings. Keith Leif opened the 11th with a single stole second and scored on R J Bergstrom two out single. Charley's also plated runs in the fourth and fifth while Weber Bar scored in the third. Norb Schmitt Greg Erstad and winning pitcher Ron Bergstrom each had two hits. Erstad led off the fifth with a triple and later scored.
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Southland and Plainview Clash For Region One Title
Southland and Plainview face off at Kenyon for the Class A Region One baseball championship after semifinal wins. Mayo meets Hastings in Class AA Region One action at Owatonna with both clubs carrying 16-4 records. winners advance to the State Tourney next week.
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