World champion Reds may be stronger
Cincinnati hopes a stronger pitching staff and minor changes push the Big Red Machine toward a second straight World Series title. Sparky Anderson cites their top eight and bench depth as a core strength while hoping for Nolan to reclaim ace form and for Driessen to spell Perez. Bench key stats include 28 homers and 110 RBIs with Johnny Bench clutch injuries noted.
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Gerry's Mobil Tops Bouchers in Rematch Final
Gerry's Mobil defended its title in a straight sets win over Boucher's in the final. Scores were 15-6, 16-14, 16-14. Dick Danforth took the photo.
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Royals Poised for Strong 1976 Behind Pitching Depth
Kansas City, after finishing second to Oakland in the 1975 AL West, rebuilds with a deeper pitching staff and experienced lineup. Starters include Busby Leonard Split torff and Fitzmorris. Mayberry returns at first with a $5 million contract.
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Segui Still Fights For Chance With Red Sox
Veteran right hander Diego Segui, 37, presses for a spring chance with Boston after a long career across majors. He pitched 71 innings last season and stayed in shape in Venezuela winter ball while waiting for a bullpen role. His 599 games include a 92-104 record, 69 saves and 3.68 ERA over 1,698 innings.
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Phillies edge Tigers 1-0 in opening exhibition
In Lakeland Florida the Phillies defeated Detroit 1-0 on a ninth inning sacrifice fly by Jerry Martin. Jim Kaat pitched four scoreless innings while Joe Coleman allowed two hits in three shutout frames in a 1 hour 51 minute opener.
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May Rediscovered in Indiana Comeback Tourney Drive
Indiana star Scotty May, Player of the Year, returns from early fouls to spark a 65-56 regional semifinal win over Marquette. Knight noted assigning Walton to chase Earl Tatum, while May forges a late comeback after bench time, seeking a title repeat against UCLA.
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Bruins focus on their play in NCAA semifinal rematch
UCLA coach Bartow shifts from studying Indiana to emphasizing UCLA strength for the NCAA semifinal in Philadelphia. He recalls an overstructured approach in the initial meeting with Indiana last November, when Indiana won 84-64, and says the Bruins will attack the matchup by exerting their own style.
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Rutgers proves they can play the game in final four bid
Rutgers, after an unbeaten regular season and rise to No. 4, aims for the NCAA final four. Coach Tom Young notes the team’s speed and East-heavy schedule, ahead of a semifinal clash with Michigan at the Spectrum. Indiana or UCLA looms if they advance.
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