Baseball’s AL strengthened by major trades and new stars
Major League rosters reshaped as Hank Aaron, Bobby Bonds, Lee May and others join AL teams. Oakland faces fierce division with Williams and Hunter trade impact, while New York and Baltimore contend in a tight East. Texas, Milwaukee, and Detroit add depth as schedule shapes up.
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Decary II Meeting Set for Biddeford Event
Decary Little League officials announced a meeting for league personnel, parents, and friends this Sunday at St. Andre's School on Sullivan Street in Biddeford.
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Maremont Little League Plans Session
The Maremont Little League will hold an organizational meeting Sunday night at 7 in the Deering Union of the Sweetier Children's Home. All interested parties are welcome to attend.
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Pirates boast power led offense with shorter fences
In Bradenton Florida AP notes the Pirates trimmed Three Rivers Stadium to boost run production after leading MLB in hits and team batting average. Willy Starrella Willie Stargell Al Oliver Richie Zisk plus others power the lineup while Danny Murtaugh sticks to a five man rotation. Reuss 16 11 and Rooker 15 11 anchor a steady if unspectacular staff with Brett and Ellis seen as potential big winners.
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