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Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 23, 1971

Page

4

Rose's home run lifts Reds past Pirates in 6-2 win

Cincinnati Reds defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates 6-2 as Polo Rose hit a go ahead home run in the fourth inning. The Pirates dropped their seventh straight while remaining 4 1/2 games ahead of Chicago in the NL East after the Cubs fell to Houston.

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Lenox Wins 5-4 Playoff Thriller Behind Patrick Spark

Patrick and Mariconda spark Lenox to a 5-4 playoff win as they rally late. Key moments include a late run surge and solid pitching to close out the Americans who battled back but fell short.

Patrick Mariconda Spark Lenox

Defensive Unit Excels For Victors

New Haven reports the Jets defeated the Giants 21 to 14 in an all New York exhibition game. A back named Woodall led the effort, returning after last year. The Jets’ defense shut down key plays and earned bragging rights in this North East match.

New Haven Woodall Feld Hove Jets Giants New York

Brakettes Face Birmingham Club in Saltball Quarterfinals

Orlando hosts Birmingham in the National Women's Saltball Championship quarterfinals at 2 30 pm as Ray Bestos Brakettes seek a second straight win and title. The Brakettes, led by Dorma Lopianio with a 19 0 record, will meet the Orange Salt Lake City winner in the next round.

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Palafox and Riggs Lead US Victory Over Australia

Gustavo Palafox and Bobby Riggs won the final two singles matches as the United States defeated Australia 4-2 to retain the Stevens Cup. Palafox, a former Mexican Davis Cupper now residing in Little Rock, Arkansas, beat Bob Howe 26 84 9-7, and Riggs of Plandamo New York defeated Gilchrist 9-7 6-? in a tightly contested finish.

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New Yorkers Capture Tempest Class Sailing Title

In Sweden, United States sailors led by Masters and Dean won the Tempest class world championship after a consistent series finale. Ten New Yorkers narrowly beat Britain's Wartell and Hunt in the Seeker 1 event, with Americans Linville brothers finishing third overall for the Larchmont Yacht Club.

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Surday Morning Loop Sports Roundup

A scrambled recap of local high school and college sports results with several team names and scores scattered. Notable mentions include Paramount stash, Gene's Corman, Bulls, Falcons, and Vand Scinia Auto Sales, with mixed outcomes and brief game notes.

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Birds Pummel Twins 6-3 on Four Home Runs

Baltimore pitcher Dave McNally earned his ninth straight win since May 28 as the Orioles defeated the Minnesota Twins 6-3. Don Buford and John Lowenstein homered for Baltimore, with Cesar Tovar and Tony Oliva contributing for Minnesota. Authorities note McNally’s continued dominance despite a recent stint on the disabled list, while Etchebarren and Brooks Robinson also contributed for the Orioles.

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Macy Nelson and Bob Shea win Black Rock Yacht Club Cup

Macy Nelson and Bob Shea won the Commodore's Cup at Black Rock Yacht Club in 1971 racing Lightning and Blue Jay classes. Nelson took the Lightning final with Meyer second and Locke third. Shea led the Blue Jay final with Gardner second and Meyer third. Protests during the races affected some crews but did not change overall top five in Lightning or Blue Jay classes.

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Mets pound Padres behind five hit Gentry McGraw

Gary Gentry and Tug McGraw combine for a five hit shutout as the New York Mets top the San Diego Padres 4 to 2. The Mets chase starter Steve Arlin early with four runs aided by Ken Boswell Ed Kranepool and Art Shamsky. Nate Colbert homered for San Diego and Colbert tripled before scoring in the fourth.

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IRs Under Scrutiny in Cincinnati Game

In Cincinnati the Bengals prepare for a game with the Pittsburgh Steelers as six quarterbacks shuffle for position and the offense seeks cohesion. The Steelers, coming off a win over the Green Bay Packers, rely on veteran Virgil Carter and rookie Ken Anderson while Bob LeSke’s Browns shape the lineup.

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Angels Complete iSeries Sweep Of Yankees

Angels complete a three game sweep of the Yankees as Messersmith throws a six hitter for his fourth shutout of the year. Spencer homers and drives in five runs in the series, boosting his record against New York and extending his hitting streak to seven games. Peterson suffers his first loss since June, ending a four game winning run.

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Lost on Lost on AMERICAN LEAGUE headlines and scores

Summary of yesterday's AL results shows New York 1 over Sulfornia 2 in a 13 inning thriller. Oakland 2 beat Boston 1. Kansas City 8 defeated Washington 2. California 8 New York 0. Chicago 7 Cleveland 7. Baltimore 5 Minnesota 3. Milwaukee 2 Detroit 1. East division standings reflect Kansas City leading, California and Minnesota mid-pack. Tonight's games feature New York at Oakland and Minnesota at Cleveland with pitchers Stothemyre Oakhud and Luebber Cain listed.

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Weiskopf Eagle Wins Philadelphia Golf Classic

Tom Weiskopf eagled the 18th hole to surge past Nicklaus and win the $10,000 first prize at the Philadelphia Golf Classic at Whitemarsh Valley. Weiskopf shot 70 in the final round for a 274 total, 14 under par, vaulting him ahead of Nicklaus who faltered late.

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A's Humble Red Sox in doubleheader sweep

Oakland Athletics crushed Boston Red Sox 24 1 in a doubleheader sweep. Baye Dupean drove in four with a single double and homer as Jackson held Boston to three hits while Siebert took the loss. Campanoria opened the nightcap with a homer and the Red Sox staged a late rally on a walk, a sacrifice, and a double by Luis Ayme.

Dakland Regela Bolton

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