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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1971
Page
9
In a busy day of baseball scores, the Mets split with the Reds as the Yankees powered past the Indians 8 to 1. Dodgers won big over the Giants 9 to 1 behind a six hitter from rookie Doyla Alexander.
In a lively game, Crawford’s bouncer to Speier was mishandled for a force attempt, Garvey delivered a two-run single, and Ferguson and California chipped in later as the Dodgers plate three in a big inning. Baseball scores from American League and standings updates follow with divisional details and night game notes.
Montreal hosts the Pirates in an 10-6 interleague win as Manny Sanguilen clears the bases with a three run triple in the eighth and Roberto Clemente singles to set the table. Alley homered earlier and Vic Davalillo added a two run double as Pittsburgh rafters exhale on a windy night.
New York Mets edge Cincinnati Reds in Game 1 with a three run fifth led by a two run double and a passed ball. Tony Perez hits a three run homer for Cincinnati in a rain delayed nightcap won by New York later in the doubleheader. Williams adds two doubles and three singles in the night’s action.
CALI Colombia AP Cuba's baseball squad, professional and polished, routed a U S Collegians section 43, marking the fourth straight loss for the United States in the Pan American CCSBL event. Basketball and gymnastics faced setbacks as U S teams struggled, with Brazil narrowly edged in a tense overtime win.
In a decisive game, the Mercants defeated their unnamed foe 11 to 0. Key players listed include Dalty Godel, Gale Penevaha, Darlene Maineen, and Kayan Kole, contributing to the win. The text also mentions Sterling as the opposing pitcher in unclear phrasing.
Philadelphia tops Atlanta 3 2 as Roger Freeman delivers pressure at the plate and Larry Bowes drives in the decisive run in the ninth. Willie Montanya adds a homer in the second, Hank Aaron hits his league leading year homer for Atlanta.
San Diego pitcher Steve Arlin threw a four hitter to beat St. Louis 6 to 1. Baty Burda opened the scoring with a center field single, Ed Spiezio backed by Bob Barton’s double, and Nate Colbert with Ollie Brown drove runs as the Padres built a lead. Arlin contributed the fourth inning run after walking and scoring.
Stratford Shakespeare Tiagsters clinch at least a share of first in the COSBL with a 75 to at Palivey Field. Middletown ends regular season 11 in Utah record as Trojanowski allows no hits over final two frames.
Fragmentary report outlines roster tweaks and new additions involving Werner Salvati and Ray Mathews under coach We Mridgepert. Mentions a first-night event, scouting notes, and possible veteran injuries affecting the squad as Kemindy Lead plans progress.
The Boston Bruins announced they have acquired Boston University star forward Bob Gryp and three minor league players after the annual American Hockey League meeting. Gryp, who has one year left in college, is expected to report to Bruins training camp in London Ontario next month. The deal also brings left winger Ron Bank from Cleveland and right winger Ali Caron from Providence plus veteran Ray Fortin.
Mike Kekich pitched five innings and limited Cleveland to one run as New York defeated the Indians 8-1. Alan Foster and Robby Murcer fueled the rally with key hits and walks in the second inning, while injuries marred the game with Jo Heldemann suffering a torn ligament in his left knee. The Yankees offense added late runs to seal the easy win.
Tony Oliva delivered a two run double in the eighth inning to lift the Minnesota Twins to a 4 3 victory over the Chicago White Sox. Oliva also homered earlier and Rod Carew added a key single as the Twins erased a 3 1 deficit.
Three games are set tonight at Ray Bests Memorial Field in the CASA Open. In the 7:45 opener, defending champion Gord Giann's faces Zoprex of Southington, while Necwalk Nynds Higenhim Drags from Audeley Town meet Peb-Car products of New Haven. Rennie's of Greek and Kasdentuel of Ansont join Statewide Construction of Southington as the other teams in the event.
The racing commission announces authorized parimutuel wagering in the state using odd or even post positions at Minneapolis Raceway. The system differs from standard win show place bets, with exacta and other exotics possible. Officials suggest tracks may tailor forms under commission guidance, implementing new rules.
Maine Agriculture Commissioner Maynard Dollott ordered a state quarantine on horses imported from Arkansas Texas Louisiana New Mexico and Oklahoma due to Venezuelan equine encephalomyelitis. The ban lasts indefinitely for any horses previously in those states after specific dates and prevents transport into Maine or within the state for any purpose.
Casais Portugal. Biscayne Bay Yachting Club sailors Schoonmaker and Ton Dudinsky Miami Beach retained their overall lead in the Cat Burnpeen card North African star class open sailing championships. They finished second in the second race after winning Monday's opener, with rival Stig Wenserstrom and Seupe Christenson of Nor i taking Tuesday's race.
Muhammad Ali, who stopped Tim Ellis last fall, anticipated Jerry Quarry as his likely next opponent. In Milwaukee he said Quarry would probably be his next foe, with plans to defend the heavyweight title.
Cubs pitcher hands struck out five over four scoreless innings while Chicago blasted Houston. Bill Hands, with support from relievers, held the Astros to zero runs as the Cubs rode strong hitting led by a two RBI effort. Joe Pepitone contributed at the plate and the Cubs pulled away late.
DETROIT The Senators won 4-2 as Bevy Alley and Tam McCraw each drove runs in the decisive ninth after Deny McLain earned his sixth win. McLain allowed six hits through eight and a third before yielding in relief as Washington rallied to beat Detroit at night.
A multi state slow pitch open starts with teams from Northern and Southern divisions. Defending state champions Northern Division runners up Wl A330 pins AG TS45 Chad Oaks Norwelk join Southington Central WillAton and other clubs in a regional clash to crown finalists and set early season pace.
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