Red Sox Royals split doubleheader 12-5 and 2-1
In Kansas City, Rick Jones 21 year old left hander allowed eight hits in a 2-1 win to split the twin bill with Boston. Earlier, the Royals pounded 16 hits for a 12-5 victory as Bob Stinson drove in four and Dennis Leonard notched his 10th win.
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Rice
Palmer Blanks Angels to Set 12th Win in AL
Jim Palmer, not dropped from All-Star selections, pitched Baltimore to a 4-0 win over California with only three singles allowed. Reggie Jackson drove in three runs, while Al Bumbry added three. Detroit Oakland, Minnesota Cleveland, and Chicago Milwaukee games followed, with Yankees sweeping Texas in two. Palmer expressed frustration at NL dominance in All-Star selections.
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U S abandons boycott plan as Taiwan applauds Olympic decision
Montreal coverage notes the United States will compete in the Games after abandoning a boycott plan. IOC president Killanin and USOC president Krumm press for athletes' interests while Trudeau agrees to allow Taiwan to use its flag and anthem. The taiwan issue remains tied to parade naming and flags, with 69 nations voting on parade designation and Formosa precedents cited.
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Formosa
Random drug tests set to detect anabolic steroids in athletes
Montreal reports outline that Olympic officials will randomly test athletes for anabolic steroids with possible suspensions for positives. Dr. Daley and IOC Doping Commission members discuss test readiness, the time needed to clear detectable levels, and the health rationale behind testing.
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Maine
Plunkett glad he's back home in Bay Area
San Jose born quarterback Jim Plunkett returns to the West Coast in a trade from the Patriots to the 49ers. He discusses home ties, OJ Simpson, injury fears, and the plan to build a strong running game under coach Monte Clark.
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Babashoff Not Joan of Arc Says U S Swimmer
Montreal AP reports Shirley Babashoff rejects myth of being America’s last gold hope. Coach Jack Nelson and four teammates insist all are capable, but East German women's team dominates with world records. Babashoff, 19, holds world and American marks in freestyle events and will swim multiple races.
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