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Newspaper

Columbus Telegram

Location

Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Aug 23, 1976

Page

9

Jones Falls Short In bid To Become 20th win

Randy Jones remained confident but failed to reach 20 wins as the New York Mets defeated the San Diego Padres 14 to 1. Jon Matlack outpitched Jones earning his 13th victory while Padres manager John McNamara was ejected after a disputed call. A separate Reds win over the Cubs and Cardinals defeat of the Braves highlighted other NL action.

Randy Jones Jones N.L San Diego Hurler New York Mets Padres Pepe Mangual New York Jon Matlack Joe Torre Mets San Diego John McNamara Mangual Torre Bob Davis Cincinnati

Davis Batting Eye Proves Still Sharp At 37

Tommy Davis, age 37, delivered a pinch hit in the 11th inning to lift California to an 11 to 8 victory over the New York Yankees after the Angels relinquished an eight run lead. Davis, signed earlier this season, shows ongoing power and contact as a veteran star. He remarked on his wish to keep playing and his love for the game.

Cubs Reds Phillies Philadelphia Underwood Jay Johnstone Bob Boone Tolan Houston Leon Roberts Larry Herndon Braves Lynn McGlothen St. Louis McGlothen Neil Hershberg UPI Tommy Davis Davis California New York Yankees Angels Yankees Norm Sherry Dave Collins Yankee Stadium Jim Catfish Hyter Collins Sherry Texas Kansas City Milwaukee Orioles White Sox Lamar Johnson Chicago Baltimore Jim Palmer Jason Thompson Butch Wynegar Minnesota Twins Detroit Tigers A’s Red Sox Don Baylor Phil Garner Oakland A's Boston Red Sox Indians Rangers Pat Dobson Dave LaRoche Cleveland Brewers John Mayberry Amos Otis George Brett Royals von Joshua

Baseball Standings and Leaders Highlight 1969 Season

Major league standings show the New York Yankees leading the American League East with a 72-44 record, followed by Baltimore Cleveland Detroit Boston Milwaukee and Oakland. National League leaders include Madock Griffey and Morgen among top hitters, with pitchers like Seaver and Carlton posting strong ERAs and strikeout totals. Results from key games feature Houston, Chicago, Cincinnati, Atlanta, New York, Montreal, Pittsburgh, San Francisco, San Diego, and others with notable home runs and wins.

United Press International W.L. Pet New York Baltimore Cleveland Detroit Boston Milwaukee Kansas City Oakland Minnesota Texas Chicago California National League G. AB. R Carty Clev Lynn Bos Munson Kingman Schmidt Phil Foster Cin Morgan Bando Jackson May Balt Hendrick Nettles LeFiore Det Campaneris Oak Baylor Patek Jones Sowee Koosman Carlton Sutton Richard How Paltner Ball Garland Leonard Figueroa Fidrych Tanane Cal Fitzmorris Xcwe Tiant Travers Mii Hunter United Press International Vet. Ie Philadelphia Pittsburgh St Louis Montreal Cincinnati Los Angeles San Diego Houston Atlanta San Francisco

Massengale Wins Hartford Open With Late Two Putts

Rik Massengale won the Greater Hartford Open at Wethersfield Country Club with a 266 total 18 under par after a Sunday 66. He edged Al Geiberger and J C Snead as Don Massengale’s tip helped fix his grip and turn around a rough season in muggy mid 90s heat.

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Vikings Rally Behind Rookie Sammy White in 23 17 Win

Minnesota veteran Gilliam out as second round pick Sammy White shines in relief and helps beat Cincinnati 23 17 after a late Bengals tying score. Tarkenton notes White's catch secures the win amid overtime hesitancy. Other NFL results include Los Angeles toppling Oakland 23 14 and Dallas defeating Detroit 36 16. Cleveland visits Philadelphia tonight.

Detroit Green Bay Sammy White White NFL Tarkenton Brent McClanahan Vikings John Reaves Viking Bud Grant Los Angeles Oakland Kansas City Washington Miami Tampa Bay Denver Seattle San Francisco San Diego Dallas New England Atlanta St. Louis Chicago New York Jets Houston Cleveland Philadelphia

Osborne Emphasizes Conditioning For Season Opener

Osborne cautioned that conditioning is a major factor after a two hour workout in 90 degree heat as Nebraska prepares for the season debut on September 11 in Baton Rouge against Louisiana State. Taiwan dominated the Little League Big League World Series final 4-0 against Broward County with Lin Huawei stealing home and Yang Ching Long driving in key runs.

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