Essegian Shines As Indians Sweep Twin Bill
Cleveland Indians star Chuck Essegian drove in five runs with two homers in the first game and a game‑deciding double in the ninth of the second as Cleveland swept a doubleheader from Kansas City 7-3 and ?, with Dick Stigman earning the opener in relief after returning from the disabled list. Willie Kirkland also homered in the first game, while Jerry Lumpe and Latman figured in late drama as the Athletics split the twin bill.
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French Filly Wins Prix de Diane at Chantilly
Paris AP reports the French filly owned by Baron Guy de Rothschild won the $50,000 Prix de Diane at Chantilly. The victory adds another triumph for the owner and marks a highlight in the season at the renowned French racecourse.
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Spahn's three run shot tops Cubs as Milwaukee drops game
Spahn clubs a three run homer to lead the Cubs defeat 8-4 as Milwaukee suffers its second straight loss. The game notes include the 5-3 second loss in the doubleheader. Spahn's big swing headlines a tense matchup in a tight series.
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Braves Win and Cubs Rally Split Doubleheader in Chicago
Warren Spahn homered in relief for Milwaukee to tie a major league mark with 16 homers in four games, but Chicago's Cubs swept the nightcap 5-3 after Eddie Mathews hit his 17th. Spahn earned his seventh win. Joe Torre drove in the go ahead run in the ninth.
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Faulk Captures Gals Golf Event in Close Finish
Mary Lena Faulk won the Women’s Round Robin Golf Tournament in New Rochelle by two points after a clutch final-hole birdie. Georgia pair Loniee Soaps and Suggs finished tied after five rounds at 365, but Faulk’s last-hole shot earned her the top prize of 1,100 dollars.
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Orioles Hold First Practice as New Players Arrive in Bluefield
The Bluefield Orioles opened their 1961 practice at Bowen Field with 17 players on the field and five new signings. Dee Phillips was named the first manager under the Orioles rotation system as scouts prepare to guide a roster with multiple $10 000 plus bonuses. The team plans extended daily practices and an intra squad game ahead of the All Rookie Appalachian League opener against Kingsport on June 23 in Bluefield. Middlesboro Kentucky and Harlan Kentucky joined the league this season as eighth entries.
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Yogi and Roger Power Yankees in 21 51 Sweep
Yogi Berra and Roger Maris each hit two homers and Mickey Mantle added a shot as the Yankees swept a doubleheader from the Los Angeles Angels 21 and 51. Ralph Terry earned a five hitter and a shutout in the first game, while Roland Sheldon allowed six hits in the nightcap before being relieved. Maris homered Nos. 19 and 20, Mantle belted his 18th, and Ken Hunt homered for the Angels in the opener.
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Standings from Monday's NBA games
Minnesota at Boston and Los Angeles at New York feature Arrigo and Bowsfield in the listed matchups with limited standings details. The brief notes show team pairings and a hint of pitcher or player records but lack full results and context.
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East Carolina Beats Sacramento to Win NAIA Baseball Title
East Carolina's Pirates rebounded after a 14-5 opener loss to Sacramento State to defeat the Hornets 13-7 and claim the NAIA baseball championship in Sioux City Iowa. Nathan Green earned the win with eight strong innings after a troubled first frame.
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Steelers Sign 1961 Draft Picks as Contracts Return
Pittsburgh completes signings over the weekend with Wilbert Scott of Indiana and Henry Clement of North Carolina returning contracts. Clement and Scott were NFL club's 11th and 16th picks respectively. both quarterbacks in college but viewed as defensive players. Ten of twenty drafted players signed, six were traded.
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Lamar State Defeats Cambridge Net Club
The Lamar State tennis team from Texas, with players from South Africa, England, Australia, and the United States, defeated Cambridge University Lawn Tennis Club in Cambridge 9–0 on Sunday.
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Tigers Rally in 11th to Cap Split with Senators
In the nightcap Detroit Tigers win 7-6 as Steve Boros singles with the bases loaded in the 11th, driving in Al Kaline for the winning run. Earlier, Washington won the opener 7-4 as Joe McClain and rookie pitching kept Detroit at bay. Norm Cash belts three homers across both games, Kaline adds two, and Boros also homers.
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Pirates Beat Giants With Three Home Runs In Third
In San Francisco the Pirates toppled the Giants 8 to 4 as Smoky Burgess, Bob Skinner and Rocky Nelson all homered in the third inning off Jim Duffalo. Vern Law earned the win while the G iants stranded 11 hits and left seven runners on. Cepeda added his 17th homer and Orlando Alou also connected for San Francisco.
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Koufax Nets Sixth Straight Win as Dodgers Top Phillies
Los Angeles Dodgers beat Philadelphia 6 3 as Sandy Koufax hurls a five hitter for his sixth consecutive win. Moon drives in the decisive run with a fifth inning single after his 14th homer, while Roseboro and Hodges also homer. Walls drives in all Phils runs. Mahaffey takes the loss.
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Australia wins week long round robin in Stockholm
Australia finished with a 60 record to win the week long international round robin tennis tournament. United States and India tied for second at 42 each, while Australia took 14 individual matches and lost four. Team scoring only, with US 12 4 record and India 11 7.
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Banks Presented Ott Memorial Award in Chicago
Chicago slugger Ernie Banks was awarded the 1960 Mel Ott Memorial Award for leading the National League in home runs. It marked his fourth consecutive season with more than 40 homers.
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Emerson Captures Godo Tennis Trophy in Barcelona
Roy Emerson of Australia defeated Manuel Santana of Spain to win the Count of Godo Tennis Trophy in Barcelona. Emerson won 16-4 6-4 6-1 in the final, securing the title.
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Veeck Sidelined by Illness as White Sox Story Unfolds
Chicago ailing owner Bill Veeck, once famed for gimmicks, sits out as his stake shifts after selling 54 percent of the White Sox to A C Allyn. Health issues keep him from Mayo Clinic checkups while Comiskey controls the rest.
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