Yanks Eliminated as Orioles Sweep to Clinch Pennant
Baltimore's defense stars Blair and Johnson powered a 4 7 4 doubleheader sweep of the New York Yankees. Blair homered and drove in five in the opener, Johnson collected five hits and three RBIs as the Orioles widened their lead to 1044 games over Detroit, and clinched the pennant with 14 games left.
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Pro Charts WURRAY OLD ERMAN 13 St Louis Cardinals overview
New coach Charley Winner faces a stocked roster across offense and defense. Charley Johnson preserves passing records despite rumors of limitations while Sonny Randle Bobby Joe Conrad and Jackie Smith form a strong receiving group. Line depth and a veteran secondary back strong, with rookies adding depth. Defensive line remains a concern. Third in the division.
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Astros edge Cardinals as Dierker blanks nine in win
Houston ends a nine-game skid with a 6 4 0 victory over St Louis as Larry Dierker fires a five hitter in game two of a doubleheader. John Bateman drives in three, including a three-run eighth inning, while Orlando Cepeda homers for the Cardinals in game one.
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Pirates Blues After Mazeroski Birthday Slam
Pittsburg beats Atlanta 12-5 in game one as Mazeroski homers twice including a grand slam on his 30th birthday. In the nightcap, Atlanta pitcher Tony Cloninger held Pittsburgh to a six run lead into the ninth.
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Ganders Prep For Season Opener With Lee
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