Canadiens Build 12-Point East Lead With Islanders Win
Montreal, atop the East, beat the New York Islanders 3-2 as Yvan Cournoyer Frank Mahovlich and Murray Wilson scored in nine minutes of the first period. Ken Dryden noted the challenge of facing a rested Islanders. Buffalo tied Los Angeles 2-2 in the other NHL game.
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J.P. LeBlanc
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Designated Hitter Rule Debut in Spring Training
In Orlando AP report the American League adopts the designated hitter to boost offense. Minnesota's Larry Hisle stars in a 12-4 win over Pittsburgh belting two homers and seven RBIs while the Pirates eschew DHs. Virdon cautions about cross league use as spring games continue. Pirates face the Tigers in Bradenton, Fla.
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Kekich and Peterson swap wives roils Yankee camp
Susanne Kekich and Fritz Peterson publicly announced they have exchanged wives and families with Mike Kekich and the Petersons. The revelation has stirred the New York Yankees camp as teammates react to the domestic reshuffle and its potential impact on team dynamics.
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Peterson
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St Mary fends off Celtics in A-Division clash
St. Mary defeats Celtics 55 39 in a St Louis Alumni League A Division boys game. Key scorers include J Potvin 13 points and Gionest 4, with Casteau 4 and Pelleteir among Celtics’ top contributors. Officials were Pelletier and Bertrand. Time: 4-6's noted.
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Belanger
Pelletier
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Casteau
Gionest
Genest
Bertrand
Boutin Wins Handicap Rolloff at Century Lanes
Dick Boutin captured the weekly men's handicap rolloff at 20th Century Lanes with a 603 score, edging Ray Lessard who added a 145 final game for 598. Other results included Jenson 577 Bolduc 558 Paul 541 Ledoux 540. Next rolloff is Friday at 8 p.m.
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Only Three Tournament Berths Remain
The NCAA field is nearly filled with conference champions and at large selections while three NIT berths remain open. NIT selectors watch Big Ten ACC and SEC races for late invites as Minnesota Indiana NC State UNC Maryland and others contend for spots. Virginia Tech, Georgia Tech and others posted wins as coaches near retirement.
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Bucks Ride Abdul-Jabbar To Narrow Victory Over Bulls
Kareem Abdul Jabbar scored 21 of his 31 points in the second half to lift Milwaukee past Chicago 96 88 and open a four game lead in the Midwest Division. The Bucks’ surge sparked by fast breaks and Abdul Jabbar’s late three point play sealed the win as Chicago faded.
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Little Town League Meeting Tonight in Old Orchard Beach
The Old Orchard Beach Little Town League will hold a monthly meeting at 8 p.m. in the Lo ranger Junior High School Library. The agenda includes bylaws changes.
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Loranger Junior High School
George Mikan the Lakers Great of the Early NBA Era
The profile chronicles George Mikan as the dominant Lakers center, detailing his De Paul breakthrough, pro career from 1947 to 1954, and seven year stretch of scoring titles and MVP honors. It notes his 48 point single game record and the Lakers dynasty built with Pollard Mikkelsen Martin Skoog and others. Red Auerbach’s praise closes the piece.
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