Wild Rumors Stir Over Ali Retirement Plans
A column cites Muhammad Ali hinting at retirement while noting past quips and rival reactions. It contrasts Ali's claim with replies from Joe Frazier and others, references attempts to passport him to China, and wryly mentions boxing legends and unrelated sports anecdotes.
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Yankees Take Early AL East Lead With Hunter Four-Hitter
New York Yankees move into first place in the AL East after Jim Hunter hurls a four hitter to beat Baltimore 3 1. The win, combined with Cleveland 8 4 6 over Boston, gives New York a four game winning streak as Hunter improves to 11 6 on the year. Terry Whitfield two RBIs Nettles and Singleton contribute while Yastrzemski homers for Baltimore. Other AL results include A s over Twins 6 4 Royals over Angels 3 in 11 innings Brewers sweep Tigers while the White Sox beat the Rangers 7 5. In the NL Chicago 13 Montreal 6 Philadelphia over Pittsburgh 6 3 and 8 1 New York 5 St Louis 1 Cincinnati 3 Atlanta 0 Los Angeles 8 Houston 3 San Diego 2 1 over San Francisco in 10 innings and 3 0
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Osteen Wins No 2 as White Sox Beat Rangers 7 5
Chicago White Sox pitcher Claude Osteen earned his second win in 12 tries against Texas with seven five victory. Manager Chuck Tanner praised his effort noting Osteen finally had run support and had pitched well despite a fluctuating fastball.
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Rangers edged by White Sox as Osteen falters late
Boston Globe game recap notes Rich Gossage earns his 10th save despite a late rally by the Rangers off John Osteen. Bruce Jenner headlines Santa Barbara AAU meet as the world decathlon ace defends his title July 12-13.
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Doug Rau Shuts Down Astros in Dodgers Win
Doug Rau led the Dodgers past the Astros 8-3 in Houston. Garvey and Cey hit early homers, Rau added a two RBI single and finished with seven wins, three hits, and a walk for the night.
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Major League Standings and Tonight's Probable Pitchers
Series of tonight's MLB games lists pitchers for Pittsburgh Philadelphia Cincinnati Atlanta St Louis New York Chicago Montreal Los Angeles Houston San Francisco San Diego with game times. Also notes Thursday games and a quote from Ray Rau about pitching with a lead. Standings and results for American and National Leagues follow with yesterday's results and upcoming matchups.
Wendell Ladner Killed in Plane Crash
New York Nets forward Wendell Ladner died in a Boeing 727 crash while returning from a vacation near New Orleans. A body with his Nets ring and his team bag bearing number 4 was found among the rubble. His father and coach confirmed his presence on the flight. The crash occurred during approach to JFK Airport.
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