Bruins lose stars as WHA raids Bruins roster
Boston reports the new World Hockey Association has lured two Bruins stars Gerry Cheevers and Ted Green amid a wave of defections. Cheevers moves to the Cleveland Crusaders with a rumored $1 million over six years, while Green joins the New England Whalers. The exodus signals a rebuilding era for Boston as Derek Sanderson and Cap Vadnais reportedly weigh offers from other teams.
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Boston
UPI
World Hockey Association
Bostot Bruins
Gerry Cheevera
Ted Green
WHA
Cheevers
Qeveland Crusaders
Green
New England Whalers
Centa
Derek Sanderson
Toiseman
Cato Vadnais
Sanderson
Phikidlelphla Blazers
Johnny McKenzie
Vadnais
Quebec Nordiques
Europe
Bruins
Greene
Gerry Chicevers
Bostom Bruins
Cleveland Crusaders
Nick Mileti
Cwtter
Neon
Yestentay
Cubs Mourn Loss of Leo Durocher Leader
Milwaukee transmitted lament from Cubs players and figures as Leo Durocher departs. Ron Santo, Ferguson Jenkins, Billy Williams, Don Kessinger and Ken Holtzman voice respect and sorrow while noting his impact on club fortunes and attendance. Durocher’s long career with Cubs and Giants highlighted by excitement, controversy, and lasting influence on baseball culture. The piece contrasts his dynamic style with Whitey Lockman’s succession and notes the remaining pension and consultant role.
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Milton Richman
NEW York
UPI
Lea Durseher
Cubs
Ron Santo
Fergie Jenkins
Billy Williams
Don Kessinger
Leo
Ken Holtzman
Durocher
Athletics
Fred
Leo Tavocher
Philip K. Wrigley
Whitey Lockman
Stist
Chicago
Léa
Baseball
Leo Durocher
Gobi Desert
Pacific Ocean
A.B. Happy
Cyander
Durneher
Ron Santa
Ferguson Jenkins
Pittsburgh
Pan Kessinger
Kessinger
Whitey
Horace Stoneham
No Pitchers In Little League Says Surgeon
Orthopedic surgeon Lt. Joseph D. Godfrey proposes eliminating the pitcher role in Little League baseball. He cites risks of permanent elbow damage from early overhand throwing and suggests alternatives like pitching machines, a tennis ball method, or a ball-toss setup for practice and games.
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Eugenl
Ore
UPI
Joseph D. Godfrey
Buffalo's Children’s Hospital
Jenkins Narrow Miss Denies Cubs Postseason Climb
Ferguson Jenkins pitched a one hitter in a 4 0 0 Cubs win over Philadelphia as Montanez barely beat the glove for the Phils lone hit. In game two Philadelphia pulled ahead 3 2 to drop Chicago a half game behind St Louis in NL East.
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Ferguson Jenkins
Chicago Cubs
Whitey Lackman
Jenkins
Cubs
Philadelphia Phils
Willie Montanez
Ie Phils
Chicago
St. Louis
Pittsburgh Pirates
Whitey Leckman
Lea Duracher
Philadelphia
Phils
Louis
Montreal
San Francisco
Atlanta
Detroit
Milwaukee
Kansas City
Qeveland
Baltimore
New York
Boston
Oakland
Minnesota
California
Texas
Jon Matlack
Nelson Briles
Wayne Garrett
Fittsburgh
Mets
Claude Osteen
Los Angeles
Houston
Dodgers
Jee May
Cesar Cedeno
Cedeno
Ted Sizemore
Rius
Reggie Qeveland
Balor Moore
Ryan Dominates Rangers in Shutout as Oil Heals Arm
Nolan Ryan blanked Texas 4 0 on a sixteenth shutout this year while earning his 170th strikeout, aided by his rattlesnake oil cure. The Angels right-hander fanned 170 Rangers, notching his fourth two-hitter of the season in a road win.
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TY Neilhsownerg
UPI
Nolan Ryan
Texas Rangers
Ryan
Larry Bittner
California Angel
Texas 440
Regugio
Tex
New York Mets
Rangers
Moose vs. F.W. Opens Tonight at 6:00
Displayed player pairings A&W Corbell Flynn and A&W Green Rogers Gilardi set for a late evening matchup. The event titled Major Leagi begins tonight at 6 o clock with Moose facing F.W. in the marquee game.
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A&w
Corbell
Flynn
Green
Rogers
Gilardi
Moose
F.W
Bennington All-Stars Busy Weekend Road Schedule
The Bennington town team schedules a busy weekend with a 6 p.m. game in Keene New Hampshire against the local team led by probable starter Scott Racicot. Sunday features a home doubleheader versus the Springfield Blue Sox with Bucky Long and Fick Barthales pitching the two games. Monday returns to Keene under lights, and Tuesday may see a game against Past 13 if Interstate League conflicts allow. An August 6 matchup with Fink Jewelers of the Twilight League is planned, with site to be determined.
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Bennington
All-Stars
Keene
N.H
Scott Racicot
Springfield Blue Sox
Bucky Long
Fick Barthales
All Stars
Fink Jewelers
Junior tennis tournament at Willow Park courts
A tennis tournament for junior players is sponsored by the Park and Recreation Department and runs from Tuesday August 1 to Thursday April 3. Eligible boys and girls who have not completed a certain grade may participate. Participants should arrive at 9 p.m. wearing tennis shoes and bringing their own rackets. tennis balls are provided and there is no charge.
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Park & Recreation Department
Willow Park Courts
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Jackie Hernandez
Kerry Koosman
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Roger Nelson
Stan Bahnsen
Cookie Rojas
Steve Hoviey
Royals
White Sox
Dick Allen
Wilbur Wood
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Ed Brinkman
Tigers
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Norm Cash
Bill Parsons
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Fat Dobson
Cleveland
McCraw
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Frank Duffy
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Rollie Fingers
A's
Tryins
Bobby Murcer
Yankees
Major Leagi
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Tere York
Stoulemyre IV
Kline
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Chicana Ceveland
Battmore Derat
Progressive Building
Depot Street
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Intown Restaurant
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