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Baytown Sun

Location

Baytown, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 28, 1972

Page

2

New Life Coming To Astros Can Leo Shape A Silk Purse

Veteran coach Leo Durocher returns to a struggling Houston Astros club led by GM Spec Richardson. The team has underperformed with weak pitching and hitters behind opponents, while Durocher faces the task of inspiring a faltering lineup and rekindling contention as the season winds down.

Astros Houston Durocher Astrodome Leo Spec Richardson Columbus John Black Leo ‘Ocher Houston Astros Montreal Giants Cincinnati Reds

Leo's Debut Easy Chore For Astros In Reds Win

Houston pitcher Larry Dierker and manager Leo Durocher guided the Astros to an 8-2 victory over Montreal Expos. Lee May, Doug Rader and Jesus Alou led the offense with key hits including a triple by Alou, while Cedeno and Wynn provided support. The win keeps Houston eight games ahead in the year as they prepare to host Philadelphia.

Larry Dierker Dierker Ball Salty Parker Astro Reds Astros Durocher Expos Phildelphia Houston Sh Pie Lee May Doug Rader Jesus Alou Rader Alou Tommy Helms Roger Metzger Cesar Cedeno Jett Field Cedeno Jim Wynn May Jimmy Leo Singleton Fairly

Cowboys Extend Winning Streak In NFL Exhibition Action

Dallas Cowboys defeat New York Jets 34 27 to push their preseason win streak to 15 as Mike Montgomery scores three touchdowns and Ron Sellers racks up 128 receiving yards. Chiefs beat Rams 19 13 while Packers edge Bears 10 7 and Giants topple Patriots 31 10 in weekend games.

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