Yankees Roll Past Senators 8-0 in Opening Day Rout
New York pounded Washington for eight runs, led by Bill Robinson’s two-run shot and Elston Howard’s seventh inning homer. Stottlemyre tossed a two-hitter over five innings, with Mantle leaving early due to a pulled hamstring as the Yankees surged to an early lead in the 1967 season.
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Mantilla Disabled as Cubs Set Roster for Opener
Chicago Cubs place infielder Felix Mantilla on an 11 day disabled list to reach a 28 man roster. Rookie Clarence Jones remains in Chicago for medical care and awaits a roster decision once he is ready to play.
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Mantle Re Injures Leg in Yankees Debut at First Base
Mickey Mantle limped off the field after aggravating a hamstring injury while running from second to home in the opener against the Senators. He also reported right leg pain from a knee impact, swelling and fluid buildup noted, forcing uncertainty about his next lineup appearance. Mantle converted from outfield to first base to save his legs and continued a limited performance with three infield putouts.
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Clemson Freshman Pitcher Rick Needham Shines
Rick Needham, former Jonathan Law star, leads Clemson University freshman baseball with a 2-0 pitching mark. The southpaw owns a 3.18 ERA while striking out 11 in 13 innings across four starts. He also leads the squad with a .600 batting average after three hits in five at bats, scoring two runs and driving in one.
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Mets to Play Pirates In Shea Opener Today
Atlantic coast to coast opening day in Shea Stadium as the Mets host the Pirates with rookie Don Bosch in center and ex-Dodger Tommy Davis in left while Bob Veale starts for Pittsburgh and Don Cardwell faces him.
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Van Buren Named Coach of Hudson Valley NAFL Team
Steve Van Buren a Hall of Fame back and 1 000 yard single season record holder was appointed coach of the Hudson Valley franchise in the North American Football League. John Halahan praised his extensive playing and coaching background as the team’s president GM. Van Buren, elected to the Hall in 1963, starred for the Philadelphia Eagles and later coached Newark in the ACFL.
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Opening Day Sparks Wide League Start Across U S
Detroit opens on the road under Mayo Smith with Denny McLain facing George Brunet in a night game expected to draw about 35 060 in California. Joe Adcock debuts as Cleveland visits Kansas City with Sam McDowell and Jim Nash starting for the A’s. About 20 1000 fans expected for the night game. Rookies include Reggie Smith Gus Gil Joe Rudi Bosch Henderson and Aaron Pointer. All 20 clubs to open at home by April 19.
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UB and Tona College Golf Open With Tie
In Mamaroneck New York the University of Bridgeport and Tona College opened the season in a 4144 golf tie at Bonney Briar Country Club. UB captains George Monahan Dave Berman and Craig Kahn won their matches and Tom Ferraro Joe Gavalis and others posted results.
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Opening Day Blues for Senators After 8-0 Loss
Washington Manager Gil Hodges voiced disappointment after Lyndon Johnson’s opening day start and an 8-0 defeat to the Yankees. Hodges blamed the team’s rough first inning and noted Mantle’s early exit while remaining hopeful the Senators can rebound to .500 this season. President Johnson’s ceremonial first ball drew light interest as the club seeks better days ahead.
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YMCA Softball Results From Bridgeport Branch
Everett R. Johnson announced results from Bridgeport YMCA softball leagues. In third and fourth grade action the Yankees beat the Mets 7 to 0 with Fred Harrison and Ray Perez each scoring twice. In the fifth and sixth grade league the Tigers defeated the Dodgers 17 to 1 as Ronnie Tate scored four runs and Bill Santana hit a grand slam. Mike Magee had three hits for the Dodgers. In the seventh and eighth grade league the Astros defeated the Orioles 25 to 15 with Paul Lancaster scoring nine runs and Steve Collins adding five with a homer.
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Three Home Runs Back Solid Cincy Pitching
Vada Pinson Deron Johnson and Dick Simpson homered to lift the Cincinnati Reds to a 6 1 opening win over the Los Angeles Dodgers before 25422 fans. Jim Maloney and Ted Abernathy combined on six hits as Cincinnati built a lead with three first inning homers off Bob Miller. Simpson’s pinch homer in the seventh and Rose Perez scoring fly in the eighth padded the lead as Regan and Perranoski held the Dodgers to seven hits in the loss.
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Sam Baldwin Named Orcutt Athlete of the Month
Sam Baldwin a sixth grade Edison student and club athlete has been selected Orcutt Athlete of the Month. He excels in swimming table tennis basketball football baseball and checker programs and recently won a bronze at the State Sectional swimming championships in Bristol. Ken Bruno the physical director praises his helpful nature.
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Maple Leafs face Black Hawks on home ice in Cup semi
Toronto holds 1-1 series lead after a 3-4 win in Chicago as Terry Sawchuk starred with 33 saves. Frank Clancy and Punch Imlach assert Leafs’ underdog status while Chicago’s Pierre Pilote and Bobby Hull critique the opener and stress the need to win in Toronto.
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Celtics Beat 76ers In Fifth Playoff Tilt
Boston defeated Philadelphia 121 to 117 in a tense fifth Eastern Division playoff game at Boston’s venue. The series stands 3-2 in favor of the Celtics, with Egg throwers and heckling fans marking the intense rivalry. Hall Greer of the 76ers noted the win as a delay to their eventual playoff success.
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Spinabout Captures Roosevelt Feature at Roosevelt Raceway
Spinabout, in peak form, won the featured pace at Roosevelt Raceway in Westbury New York before 19 319 fans. Bob Cherrix trained the winner who paid 4 66 to win after a 2 07 25 mile. Trysail was second and Nevere Surprise third as strong winds slowed times. Native Yankee and Tar Lad Hill teamed for an 85 20 double.
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Warde Trumbull Face Off In FCIAC Baseball Clash
Four teams in FC IAC action today as Andrew Warde visits Trumbull in a key matchup while Norwalk travels to Roger Ludlowe and Masuk faces Southbury. Masuk aims to rebound after last season's near title run, with Ron Topping as pitching option and Joe Longo at infield.
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Cards Sell Francona To Phillies for Cash
The St. Louis Cardinals sold utility man Tito Francona to the Philadelphia Phillies for an undisclosed cash amount. Francona joined the Phillies on a straight cash basis and no other moves are planned. The sale leaves the Cardinals with 27 players, one under the opening day limit.
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Orioles Farm Pair in World Championship Run
The Baltimore Orioles farm system pair push toward a world championship after clinching key minor league milestones. Details remain sparse as the report notes their ongoing development and potential impact for the major league club.
Twins Cut Hernandez From 27 Man Roster
The Minnesota Twins reassigned pitcher Dave Leonhard and catcher Vic Roznovsky from the 27 man spring training roster to their Rochester farm club in the International League. Shortstop Jack Hernandez was sent to the New York Mets after his role in a five run ninth inning rally. The moves follow Roznovsky and Dean Chance’s spring action amid ongoing recovery from spinal disc surgery by Mincher and Jimmie Hall’s status.
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Assumption Society To Honor Cage Team
The Holy Name Society of Assumption parish Fairfield will honor its grammar school basketball team that won the New England CYO tournament in Providence R I at a dinner April 24 in the school hall on Stratfield Road. Rev Robert Keating of St Jude’s Derby will speak with Fairfield University coach George Bissaca and co captains Charlie Phillips and Billy Pritz on the program. Robert Wallace president Suburbia league will present trophies after jackets and plaques are awarded to coaches Buddy Hannon John Connelly and players Thomas Farrell John Sica Jay Hannon Jack Magnar Bob Carlson Tom Guarcelly John Lademan Ray Johnson Mike Connolly Jerry Lademan Bob Keeley Jett Carroll Kevin dus tek Mark Butterworth Steve Churchill. John Connolly chairs the event with Henry Art Dailey Joe Farrace Frank Quinn John Ford Sam Vimini Larry McQuade assisting.
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