Odds Favor Cardinals On Home Ground After Tigers Win
DETROIT plus for St Louis remains in World Series as Cardinals face Busch Stadium return. Lolich’s pitching and Kaline’s bat fueled Detroit’s 5 3 win while Schoendienst weighs Washburn to start against Wilson or Sparma. Brock hits well for Cards, Kaline drives two as Tigers force a seventh game scenario.
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Freehan Standout at Home Plate Earns Ballplayer Respect
DETROIT UP I reports Bill Freehan, Tigers catcher, rises above routine defense in the World Series no matter the outcome. His firm stance and flawless tag on Lou Brock at home plate impress peers, proving a catcher can earn Hall of Fame respect with defense as well as bat.
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Kaline and Stanley Spark Detroit Rally in Series
Detroit leader Mayo Smith moved Mickey Stanley to shortstop to free Al Kaline for right field. Stanley, hitting .211 with one error, has shown steady defense while Kaline shines at .381 with four RBIs as the Tigers trail the Cardinals 3-2 in the series. Bill Freehan stood firm at home plate amid a disputed call.
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Cosmos Pose Key Test For Bulldog Booters
In MVL action the Manchester Bulldogs seek to climb out of the lower division as they host the Springfield Cosmos in a pivotal game for Gold and Green. Proctor and Otter Valley pace the league while Chester hosts Arlington. Bulldogs need support from the Eagles in a key afternoon to improve their standing.
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U S Speedsters Eye Sweep at Olympic Games
UPI reports coach Sandor Ferenczy predicts the United States women’s track team can win all running events except the hurdles at the upcoming Olympics. Star Wyomia Tyus leads contenders in the 100 while Madeline Manning and Doris Brown vie in the 800. Ferenczy notes two or three Americans may reach finals in the 400.
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Boilermakers Steamroll Lead Poll As No 1 Team
Purdue remains No 1 in the United Press International coaches poll after routing Northwestern 43-6. The unbeaten Boilermakers earned 32 first place votes and 344 points, ahead of Southern California and Penn State as top teams. Oregon State, Wyoming, and others fill the top 20 with notable upsets and key Big Ten implications for a Rose Bowl bid.
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Lineman of the Week Award Boosts Patriot Front
Patriots coach Dave Frederickson introduces a lineman of the week award to spotlight front line players. Bob Myers is named player of the week, with focus on team effort, development, and hopes for a better 1968 season amid a junior-heavy squad facing Westfield High and future Southern Vermont League play.
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Go For Bruin Star Bobby Orr In Season Opener
Bruins owner Milt Schmidt confirms Bobby Orr is cleared to play against the Detroit Red Wings after Dr. John Palmer reports improvement in Orrs left knee. Coach Harry Sinden says Orr will see light action early while Orr’s conditioning and skating have shown marked improvement. Teddy Green’s holdout is noted as the team focuses on lineup stability.
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Vikings Acquire King Hill From Eagles
Minnesota Vikings obtained quarterback King Hill from the Philadelphia Eagles for an undisclosed draft choice. Hill was expected to join the Vikings immediately.
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