Mets Clinch National League East Title in Chicago
The New York Mets clinched the NL East with a 6 4 win over the Chicago Cubs in Chicago. Wayre Garrett and Rusty Staub led the offense as Yogi Berra praised resilience after a season of injuries and late surges. A celebratory crowd greeted the champions at LaGuardia Airport upon return to New York.
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Buckeyes Seize AP Poll Lead After Texas Christian Win
Ohio State rises to No. 1 in the AP national college football poll after a 37 3 victory over Texas Christian in Ohio Stadium. Coach Woody Hayes says the change adds pressure to improve while Southern California drops to fourth following a 7 7 tie with Oklahoma.
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Mind On Football As Berra Faces Baseball Buzz
Massachusetts flanker Tim Berra, son of Yogi, keeps focus on upcoming game with St. Anselm while his father stars in the pennant chase. Ivy League turmoil noted as Harvard, Yale, Dartmouth win and lose, and discussion of recruiting and finances across conferences. Nebraska prep and Kansas Minnesota jabs add to college scene with coaching comments and player reshuffles. Virginia center Ryczek sidelined by elbow injury. brother Paul shifts into lineup.
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Durocher Quits Astros Manager Post in 1973 Shakeup
Leo Durocher resigned as Houston Astros manager after a 1972 second place finish faltered to fourth in 1973. General Manager Spec Richardson named third base coach Preston Gomez as his replacement, with Durocher signaling plans to rest and return to Palm Springs.
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Phoenix seeks NFL stadium via city nonprofit plan
Butler City Council directs staff to study a proposal for a 75 000 seat professional football stadium in south Phoenix funded by the city through a nonprofit corporation with rent from the team to pay construction bonds. Eller's group seeks an NFL franchise.
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Ruths Widow Defends Babe Ruth Record Myths
Claire Ruth denies claims Babe Ruth was a drinker or a brawler. She and Lou Gehrigs widow spoke at Yankee Stadium renovation ceremonies, noting Ruth avoided crowds and clubs. The project will reshape the ballpark into 1976 with the Yankees playing at Shea Stadium in 1974 and 1975.
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Lakers Re-sign Jerry West for upcoming season
Los Angeles Lakers announce all pro guard Jerry West will play this season after dropping demand for renegotiation. West plans to finish his career in LA and will train for top form ahead of the NBA opener in Chicago. He had sought $300,000 per season while the team fined him for missed practices.
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