Conigliaro Seen Finished in Baseball As Examination Reveals Major Lye Damage
Boston outfielder Tony Conigliaro, 23, faces a doubtful baseball future after eye tests showed a deteriorating condition and possible detached retina. Doctors warned of vision loss and potential surgery, while Conigliaro vowed not to quit and thanked supporters.
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Twins Chance Keeps pace in spring with strong start
Dean Chance pitched seven innings of shutout ball as the Twins beat the Astros 3-1 at the Astrodome. He allowed only two hits in warmups for opening day against the Senators, while Ron Perranoski finished the ninth. Mel Stottlemyre also pitched well for the Yankees in a 2 win over Washington.
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Ticket Nightmare at Fenway Prompts Ticket Push
UPI Boston writer reports Fenway Park ticket offices expand beyond the four staffers of 1967 as the Red Sox build momentum for 1968. Arthur Moscato notes over 1 million in season ticket sales and early demand extending into 1969. Opening day April 15 against Detroit is expected to draw the largest crowd in more than a decade.
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Canadiens edge Bruins in tense playoff opener in Montreal
Stanley Cup playdowns opened with Montreal Canadiens coach Toe Blake and his veteran lineup rattled as Montreal edged Boston 2 1 in the Eastern Division quarter final. Blake called it a nerve wracking game and noted several young players his team used their first playoff appearance. Veteran goalie Gump Worsley likewise spoke of the tense atmosphere.
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Roberto Clemente Favored In NL Batting Race
Roberto Clemente, the Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder from Carolina Puerto Rico, is an overwhelming favorite to win his fifth NL batting crown this season. Experts predict a three way AL contest among Carl Yastrzemski Tony Oliva and Frank Robinson.
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Bruised Bosox Heading North
The Boston Red Sox end Florida camp with a 5-0 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies in Clearwater. They stand 8-18 in Grapefruit League play and head to Louisville to face the Washington Senators. Reggie Smith had three of Boston’s seven hits. George Scott is 1 for 29. Dick Ellsworth impressed on the mound. reliever Gary Bell struggled. Fenway Park prepares for opening day with new sod and field work underway. flagpole painting and Sideline stands removal still in progress.
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AAU Forms 26 Member Advisory Committee For Track
The Amateur Athletic Union selected a 26 member advisory committee to expand track and field opportunities and boost its international reach. Chairman is Congressman Bob Mathias with Olympic champions Bob Richards and Rafer Johnson among the members.
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Provost’s OT Goal Gives Canadiens 2-1 Win Over Bruins
Claude Provost scored a late third period winner as Montreal defeated Boston 2-1. Gerry Cheevers made 33 saves but lamented Henri Richard’s first goal that tied the game. Orr’s defense was cited as a factor. Richard tied the game at 14:08 of the first period after Hodge sparked Boston.
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Denver Names Albeck as New Head Coach
UPI reports Charles Albeck, noted for success at Northern Michigan University, is named the new basketball coach at Denver University. He succeeds Troy Bledsoe, bringing a proven small college program background to the Pioneers.
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Yankees hopeful rise mirrors Red Sox dream
Bronx clues optimism under Ralph Houk as he envisions a youth infused Yankees leap from last place to contender. Veteran slumps improved with Mantle at first and Kosco, Cox, Fernandez boosting depth while pitching staff shows promise despite past defense woes and injuries.
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