Billy Martin Fired by Texas Rangers
ARLINGTON Texas AP Billy Martin says it is three strikes and he is out of baseball after being fired by the Texas Rangers Monday. He blames management clashes with front office and a trade dispute over Tom Egan. Frank Lucchesi replaces him as manager amid fan anger and questions about Martin’s loyalty.
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Bees Rip Hodges in 7-2 Win
Cedar Rapids journeyman Ron Hodges started strong with a 1.03 ERA over six games but lasted only five innings as Burlington's bats surged. The Giants fell behind early after a mishandled leadoff ball, allowing an inside-the-park homer, while Burlington pitcher Barry Cort earned the win to improve to 11-5 this season. Colonel Sanders will attend Memorial Stadium on July 29 with 100 free chicken dinners at Honda outlets.
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Royal backs women's sports but wary of men’s program impact
New York AP reports Texas coach Darrell Royal says he is not opposed to women’s intercollegiate athletics but questions if women’s programs can be financially self-sustaining. He urges following Title IX guidance, notes vague regulations, and predicts NCAA changes in Chicago. He sees need for cost cuts in men’s sports to control rising costs.
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Holdout NFL vets spark camp attendance rise
NFL holdouts loom as camps open with Washington Redskins denying practice to Duane Thomas until a new deal is signed. Fleming also stalls while Joe Namath visits Jets' camp and Bob Lilly retires after a 14 year career.
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Perfect game chase in minor leagues and other notes
Minor league baseball buffs seek the last perfect game before Burlington’s Ateling Pena’s recent no hit bid. Dennis Ridant of Quad Cities tossed a perfecto on July 2, 1961, against Clinton. Also, Dr. Russ Anthony sets an annual Cy clone stag for Aug. 12 at CR Country Club with speakers including ISU coaches. The letter also rambles through golf at Arsenal, black squirrels, and TV fight talk, closing with a quip about a local shop’s window sign.
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