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Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Oct 02, 1973

Page

9

Mets Clinch NL East in Chicago Victory

The New York Mets clinched the National League East with a 6 4 win over the Chicago Cubs in Chicago as champagne flowed in the dressing room. Waver Garrett praised the club's steady push while Rusty Staub and Yogi Berra reflected on season injuries and late surge. A crowd of about 1 000 greeted the champions at LaGuardia.

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Buckeyes Claim No 1 Rating After Texas Christian Win

Ohio State rises to the AP top spot after a 37 3 victory over Texas Christian in Ohio Stadium. Coach Woody Hayes’s team takes the lead with 35 first place votes and 1118 points while Southern California drops to fourth after a 7 7 tie with Oklahoma.

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Berra Minds Football As Yankees Chase Pennant

Massachusetts coach Dick MacPherson notes Tim Berra stays focused on football despite Tim’s Yanks playoff run in Chicago. He cites Ivy League football struggles, Yankee Conference depth, and the impact of finances and scholarships on recruiting. Kansas downs Minnesota 34 19 as Jayhawks eye Tennessee. Virginia’s center Ryczek out with elbow injury.

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Durocher Quits Houston Manager Post in Surprise Move

Houston Astros manager Leo Durocher resigned after a disappointing 1972 season. General Manager Spec Richardson named third base coach Preston Gomez as the new field general. Durocher indicated no retirement, planning rest and Palm Springs golf.

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City eyes 75 thousand seat stadium in south Phoenix

Butler City Council studies a proposal for a 75 000 seat professional football stadium built by the city via a nonprofit with rent from the team to service construction bonds. The plan seeks an NFL franchise for the Phoenix site.

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Ruth's Widow Defends Babe Ruth Record Image

Ruth's widow Claire Ruth says Babe Ruth was no drunk or fighter amid Hank Aaron's chase of Ruth's 714 home runs. She recalls Ruth avoided night clubs, preferred home beer, and disliked crowds. The piece also notes Yankee Stadium renovation and a temporary move to Shea Stadium in 1974 and 1975.

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Lakers Sign Jerry West to return for season

Los Angeles Lakers announce all pro guard Jerry West will play this season after dropping contract demands. He will likely appear in an exhibition against the Milwaukee Bucks in Reno, Nevada as he aims to regain top form for the NBA opener in Chicago. West cited loyalty to Los Angeles and the fans as his motivation.

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