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Bennington Banner

Location

Bennington, Vermont, United States of America

Date

May 12, 1970

Page

8

Ageless Hank Aaron Nears 3000 Hits Milestone

Hank Aaron of the Atlanta Braves needs five more hits to join baseball’s 3,000-hit club, after a 7-6 win over the Chicago Cubs highlighted by his 14th homer. Aaron’s 568th career homer came in the 10th inning, with Rico Carty extending a 29-game hitting streak. Meanwhile, Tom Seaver of the New York Mets saw his streak end after a 3-0 loss to the Montreal Expos.

Hank Aaron Atlanta Braves Tom Seaver New York Mets Aaron Ty Cobb Stan Musial Tris Speaker Honus Wagner Eddie Collins Nap Jajoie Paul Waner Cap Anson Braves Chicago Cubs Archie Reynolds Rico Carty

MLB League Standings Highlight National League Wins

National League games featured the Reds 4-1 over the Reds? (sic) Correction: Reds 4-1 over Pirates, Cardinals 3-0 over Phillies, Giants 6-5 in 14 innings over Padres. In the American League, White Sox 9-5 over Tigers, Angels 2-1 in 16 innings over Red Sox, Brewers 5-5 with Yankees halted by rain. Bob Veale pitched a three hitter for Pittsburgh. Mazeroski drove in the tie breaking run in the fifth. Carlton four hitter, Perry 13 innings for Giants victory. Syd O'Brien and Ed Herrmann drive three for White Sox. Aparicio homered. Jarvis Tatum doubled for Angels in 14th to seal win. Alomar four hits in 4:14 game. Unclear note: Yankees four unearned runs in ninth, game called by rain and to be replayed July 31.

Cincinnati Reds St. Louis Cardinals Philadelphia Phillies San Francisco Giants San Diego Padres Chicago White Sox Detroit Tigers California Angeles Boston Red Sox Milwaukee Brewers New York Yankees Bob Veale Bill Mazeroski Pirates Jim McGlothlin Richie Allen Cardinals Steve Carlton Phillies Jim Bunning Carlton Ken Henderson Giants Nate Colbert Bob Burda Gaylord Perry Syd O’brien Ed Herrmann White Sox Thier Detroit Luis Aparicio Bill Freehan Jim Northrup Tigers Jarvis Tatum Sandy Alomar The Angeles Red Sox Alomar

Rutland Contest Could Mean the Playdowns

MACHS Patriots face Rutland Raiders at St Peter's Field in Rutland for a rematch after a 9-1 loss in Bennington. Rutland leads Western Vermont League with a 4-0 mark. MACHS sits 3-1 in league and 5-6 overall, with playdown implications hanging on today’s game.

Rutland MACHS John McShane Patriots Rutland Raiders St. Peter’s Field MSJ Raiders Bennington Vermont

Buffalo Braves Draft Bonanza Shows Strong Turnaround

New York Knicks Mike Riordan says the Buffalo Braves emerged strongest among the three expansion clubs after stockpiling picks from New York and Los Angeles. The Braves drafted Bill Hasket Don May Mike Lynn and added unprotected star Dick Garrett. Other trades sent Bailey Howell Bob Kauffman Larry Siegfried Jim Barnett and more as Cleveland Portland and San Diego reshaped rosters with guard emphasis and veteran adds.

NEW York UPI Mike Riordan New York Knicks Eddie Donovan Buffalo Braves Los Angeles National Basketball Association Riordan Walt Frazier Willis Reed Buffalo Dick Garrett Boston Bailey Howell Philadelphia Bob Kauffman Portland Larry Siegfried San Diego Jim Barnett Bobby Smith Cleveland Rick Adelman Pat Riley Chicago Walt Wesley Lou Petersen Ed Manning Atlanta Butch Beard Louisville Cavaliers Ray Scott Baltimore Freddie Crawford Milwaukee Emmette Bryant Don Ohl Len Chappell Leroy Ellis Fred Hetzel

Orr claims Conn Smythe in sweep related to Bruins glory

Bobby Orr, 22, captures the Conn Smythe Trophy as MVP of the Stanley Cup playoffs. The Bruins’ star adds a fourth trophy in a month and $1,500 more prize money, bringing his total earnings to about $17,750 plus salary. His sudden overtime goal sealed a four game Cup sweep over St Louis, with balloting by NHL clubs indicating Orr as top choice.

Boston UPI Bobby Orr Orr NHL Clarence Campbell Bruins St. Louis Gerry Cheevers Boston Nets Phil Esposito John Bucyk John McKenzie Fred Stanfield

Baseball doubleheader preview with Patriot and Rutland rosters

The article lists probable lineups for the Patriots and Rutland in today’s WWL game. It notes pitchers John Hart or Bucky Long for Rutland’s mound, with LeBarron behind the plate if Long starts. Outfielders, infielders, and batters for both teams are named, plus an MSJ Mounties versus Fair Haven game in the afternoon. The day’s first pitch is set for 4 p.m., followed by a Windsor clash at 1:30 p.m.

Raiders Rutland McShane Windsor Brattleboro Bellows Falls Yellowjackets Terriers Colonels Springfield Cosmos South Patriots Springfield Fair Haven John Hart Bucky Long Long Keith LeBarron Gary Niles Robin Outwater Pete Perkins Patriot Darrell Raymond Guy Dunham Tony Wright Mark Mayhew Mark Butterfield Mike Croher Scott Merritt Vic Reginbal Windsor Yellowjackets

Cerdan Loses To Donato Paduano In Unlikely Upset

In New York, Marcel Cerdan endured a bloodied bout as Donato Paduano overcame him by unanimous decision. The Canadian fighter survived a cut over his eye and finished with a dangerous late surge to claim Cerdan’s first career loss in 48 pro fights. Cerdan questioned the judges while Paduano celebrated with defiant pride.

New York UPI Marcel Cerdan Cerdan Donato Paduano Paduano Edwin Campbell

Patriot Golf Squad Victors At Brattleboro Course

Mt. Anthony Union High School varsity golf improved to 3-2 with a 3-1 win over Brattleboro Colonels at Brattleboro Country Club. Medalist Hawk Hoisington fired 39, with key points from Randy Mook, Phil Boudakian, Dave Griffin, and Dave Finnegan as the team prepares for a match against Springfield Cosmos at Crown Point.

Brattleboro Mt. Anthony Patriots Randy Mook Phil Boudakian Dave Griffin Dave Finnegan Springfield Springfield Cosmos Crown Point Course

Bennington Little League Holds Regional Tryouts

Bennington Little League announces tryouts for 9 to 10 year olds tomorrow 6 to 8 p.m. and May 13 at Molly Stark field, with 11 to 12 year olds scheduled for May 14 at the same site. All candidates will be evaluated by league player agent and coaches for selection. A separate note reports Jets safety Jim Richards being called to active Army duty for two years.

Bennington Molly Stark NEW York UPI Jim Richards New York Jets

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