Mets Narrow NL East Race with Cubs in Tight Contention
The Mets beat the front running Cubs 3-2 as Commissioner Kuhn unveiled plans for a four-division playoff path, tightening the NL East race while the Cubs’ lead shrinks to 1 1/2 games. Pittsburgh also won, Cincinnati overtook the Giants, and Dodgers beat Atlanta as the pennant chase grows deeper and more complex.
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Pac-8 Preview Spotlight on Trojans and Quarterbacks
The Pacific 8 title race centers on Southern California as coach John McKay notes gaps after OJ Simpson and Steve Sogge. Stanford’s Jim Plunkett stands out among QB choices while UCLA, Washington, Oregon, and Cal pursue stability, with fresh talent and transfers shaping each team’s prospects.
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Red Sox Rally Beats Indians For 5-4 Victory
Reggie Smith's ground rule double and a two run single by Tony Conigliaro turn a potential loss into a 5-4 Boston win over Cleveland. Petrocelli homered to lead 2-0 early, while Rico Petrocelli and Bill Landis pitched through a tense eighth inning as Sonny Siebert earned the win.
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Major League Leaders in Batting and Pitching Highlights
Major League leaders include Carew batting .347 with 375 at bats for Minnesota and Robinson at .318 for Baltimore. Jackson scores 115 runs for Oakland with 128 RBIs by Killebrew of Minnesota. Oliva leads with 171 hits and Clarke 167. Home runs go to R Jackson 46 and F Howard 4. Stolen bases pace Harper 65. Palmer leads pitching 14 decisions 14-2. McLain 22-6. Jenkins 241 strikeouts.
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Art Graham Cut By Patriots In Final Roster Trim
Boston Patriots release veteran receiver Art Graham along with Art McMahon and Bob Gladieux as they reach the 40 player limit for the AFL opener against the Broncos in Denver. Graham holds the team single season record with 51 catches in 1966. McMahon started at free safety. Gladieux was Notre Dame standout and leading Irish scorer last season. All three placed on non-recallable waivers with 24 hour reclaim window.
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Little Folks Mixed Cure? League Back For New Season
The Little Folks Mixed Couples bowling league returns at 20th Century Lanes with 9 to 13 year olds eligible. Start date is Saturday Sept 20 at 9 30 am, league will run its fifth season with eight teams last year. Participants bowl three games weekly. prizes and a banquet planned. Prospective players urged to register. pre season meeting at ten am the same Saturday. Parents can call Nick Gillis for details.
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Baseball Tonight Schedule Highlights and Matchups
Le A As Le A As ene Pi iz Chicago at New York Seaver, Pittsburgh at Montreal Renko, St. Louis at Philadelphia Briles, Los Angeles Bunning at Atlanta Niekro, San Francisco Perry at Cincinnati Merritt, San Diego J Niekro at Houston Vierker. Montreal at New York and Chicago at Philadelphia are listed twi night with St. Louis at Pittsburgh and San Francisco at Atlanta also on the slate.
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Pidgeon Out For Bridgeport Football Season
Bridgeport coach Nick Nicolau shifts Gary Cudmore to tight end after Fred Pidgeon, veteran defensive end from Schenectady, sustained a knee injury in a scrimmage and will miss the season. In other notes, Splendid Splinter won Berlin Pace at Rockingham Park in 2 09 4 5 over a sloppy track.
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Rush Eyes taxi squad stay for three players
Rush expressed hope that if the plan fails all three boys can remain with the team on the taxi squad, indicating a path to keep talent in reserve. The remark underscores roster management and development strategy for the squad.
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Veteran players fall in NFL AFL trades and cuts
George Mira was traded to the Philadelphia Eagles while Bobby Mitchell announced retirement from the Washington Redskins on a busy NFL market day. AFL clubs pared to 40-man rosters as NFL teams trimmed to 44, with more cuts expected by September 15. Mitchell leaves a storied record, second all time in combined yardage and receptions, while Mira opens a spot for Steve Spurrier on the Eagles.
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Laver Ready To Phase Out His Career
Australian Rod Laver, 31, after winning the U S Open, says he plans to play three more years on a five year contract then reduce his schedule and eventually phase out. He cites loving his wife and home life as a reason while noting rising young players and potential future earnings. Laver's prize money this year reached 106030 dollars with 16000 dollars from the Open. He mentions Ilie Nastase and Jaime Fill as rising talents.
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Harvard Football Scrimmage Tests Guard Depth Early
Cambridge AP report shows Harvard football entering week two of pre season practice. Coach John Yorkson shifts sophomores Gary Hevern and Haverd Lee to guard for depth while Yoviecson evaluates personnel. Full intra squad scrimmage planned to set roles ahead of scrimmages with New Hampshire and Rhode Island. Quarterbacks Frank Champi and Dave Smith receive praise after first intra squad scrimmage.
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Kicker Mike Delaney Draws Pro Scout Attention at UIC
West Springfield native Mike Delaney, a left footed soccer style place kicker for American International College, returns for his final grid year after knee injury limited him to one season. Delaney booted 17 extra points and five field goals including a 43 and 45 yarder, drawing praise from coaches for his accuracy and leg strength. His comeback aims to help UIC win games this fall and pursue pro ball.
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