Lake Ontario restoration stalls over Mirex and PCBs
Western New York fisheries biologists face a setback as Lake Ontario tests reveal Mirex and PCB contamination endangering chinook and steelhead stocks. An $11 million Altmar Hatchery plan is kept alive, but stocking resumes only for inland waters while annual tests decide if the lake will cleanse itself.
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Fenway home runs fade as pitchers tighten in mid June
Boston recap notes a shift from high offense to stronger pitching across the American League with Red Sox pitchers improving while hitters lag. Roger Moret sits out after shoulder surgery for the Rangers, and draft notes highlight Celtics and Patriots picks, including Ernie Grunfeld and Stan Morgan.
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Carew content to stay with Twins amid free agent talk
Rod Carew, top AL hitter, says he is happy with Minnesota and won’t pursue free agency despite offers and higher salaries elsewhere. He values peace of mind, family atmosphere, and a focus on continued batting greatness as he nears a sixth AL batting title. He emphasizes loyalty over money and reflects on past controversy over the 1980 batting crown.
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Draft Set Faces Skater Shortage Across NHL Divisions
Montreal based report notes NHL teams face a player drought as 18 general managers prepare for the draft. Detroit holds the first pick with Colorado and Washington following in reverse order from 1976-77 standings. Notable names include Barry Beck Brad Maxwell Kevin McCarthy Doug Wilson Robert Picard Dale McCourt and college standouts Doug Berry Terry Schnarr Tom Gorence Steve Stoyanovich and Ron Langway.
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Red Sox sign seven draft picks from last week
Boston Red Sox announce the signing of seven more draft selections, bringing their total to 16 of 28. Signings include No 2 Robert Sprowl lefthander from Alabama, No 6 Marshall Burk third base from Oklahoma State, No 10 Stephen Shields from Gadsden Alabama, plus Barry Butera Tulane Alvin Humbert Westboro Richard Nesloney Corpus Christi and Lee Graham Belleview. Matthew Hakill catcher from Alexandria Virginia and Connecticut. Sprowl to Winter Haven Florida league, Shields and Nesloney to Winston-Salem Carolina league, other five to Elmira New York Penn League.
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Seaver trade talks strain Mets as Grant weighs deal
The Mets boss M Donald Grant and ace Tom Seaver clash over Seaver’s future as deadline nears. Grant says negotiations ongoing and no trade yet, while Seaver says happiness depends on the deal and hints at Cincinnati. Reds reportedly offer Rawley Eastwick Doug Flynn and Dave Bevering as potential pieces.
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Batting average up Fisk looks down
Carlton Fisk, the Boston Red Sox catcher, sports a .349 average but avoids lifting his eyes to the center field scoreboard. Sportswriter notes his superstition, not pride, keeps him from looking up after a three hit day.
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U S Open Opens Amid Heat Yet Buzz At Southern Hills
Crowds pack Tulsa as the 77th U S Open arrives at Southern Hills with near 100 degree heat. Hale Irwin Tom Watson and Miller Barber praise the course while Jack Nicklaus focuses on practice in the sweltering conditions. Forecast calls for more heat and possible afternoon storms through Open week.
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Red Sox win 5-4 as Fisk backs rally over White Sox
Boston defeats Chicago 5-4 on a late run as Fisk drives the win and notes midseason struggles. The rookie of the year in 1972 reflects on hitting consistency and the need to stay focused as he maintains top AL RBI and runs scored amid slumps and comebacks.
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Baseball standings and results from Monday notes
National League East includes W L OBL standings with Chicago Boston Pittsburgh New York Montreal and others. Monday results and today's probable pitchers list matchups across leagues with scores and current records.
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Saratoga Harness Entries Collapse into Odds and Times
Racing entries from Saratoga show multiple pace classifications with times and payoffs. Notable horses include Silk Mir Claude Senator Afton Excel Lobesto Hanover Go Go Romeo La Costa Miss J V Not By Chance Red Peete DNB Dont C Little Speedy and Rich Irish Wobhy Greg Dale Truck with attendance 2,432 and handle 211650.
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