Baseball Opener Signals Big Trades and Star Returns
A wave of trades retirements and injuries reshapes opening lineups as Major League Baseball starts the season. The Yankees visit Washington in the Presidents’ opener with Lyndon Johnson invited to throw out the first ball, while Cincinnati opens at Crosley Field with new triple shift. Dodgers debut without Koufax and Wills as Gene Michael and Bob Bailey arrive from Pittsburgh. The season kicks off with two Monday games and 16 more on Tuesday, with Baltimore and Pittsburgh viewed as top teams and the Mets facing the Pirates at Shea.
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Brabender Quits Vincent Mat Coach In Erie
Bob Brabender, longtime Vincent wrestling coach and four city champion, resigns due to heavy load from teaching and council duties as Erie City Council president. He will remain baseball coach. Brabender and twin brother Bill Hast High coach faced few losing seasons, posting a 61-244 city record.
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Tom Sawyer Crowned State Diving Champion at York
Corry YMCA swimmer Tom Sawyer earned the state diving title with a gold medal after judges corrected an earlier error that named Dillman as winner. Sawyer had been outstanding all year and will have further details when the York event concludes today.
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Adcock Sees Radatz as Key Player for Indians
Cleveland manager Joe Adcock says Dick Radatz is the vital relief pitcher for the Indians with the season opener three days away. He notes Radatz could be the stopper the bullpen needs and worries other relievers may not fill that role if Radatz falters.
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Joe Adcock
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Ended Like This 1966 Two Major Leagues
A brief wrap of how the two major leagues finished in 1966 and a prompt to consider next steps. The note hints at a fresh start starting Monday and signals continued analysis or coverage.
Award Winning Basketballers at Wright Street School
Fred Schwab discusses the season with the Trotters, winners of the recreation basketball league, after presenting Inds trophies at Wright Street School. Jim Swartzman, not on the winning team, was the high scorer and also earned a trophy. Caption lists Scott Crowell, Dan Cragg, John Huff, David Armstrong, Swartzman, Bill Messinger and Schwab. Beaver Club furnished the trophies.
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Mantle Faces Tough Move To First Base In New Balance
Hodges and Hassett weigh Mantle switching to first base for the 1963 season and discuss the challenges ahead. They note faster defense, need for quick throws, and the risk on plays near the base. The April 10 opener looms as Mantle adapts to the new position with the Yankees and other vets observing.
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1907 Official American League Schedule
The document outlines the 1907 American League schedule with heavy Sundays marked, holidays denoted by braces, and night games flagged by asterisks. It notes the All Star Game at Anaheim California and a Twilight Night Doubleheader on July 1.
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Mantle Trials First Base Glove in Spring Workout
After day one of spring workouts, Mantle admitted he never played first base and has not practiced there. He said holding the first baseman’s mitt made his wrist sore and heavy, hindering throws.
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Warriors Eye Third Win as Playoffs Resume in St Louis
The San Francisco Warriors seek a 3-2 lead in the best of seven series with the St. Louis Hawks after a 115-109 loss. Rick Barry, top scorer, urges more running as SF aims to return to San Francisco for game five. The winner faces Philadelphia or Boston in the NBA finals.
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Masters Day Two Sparks Shock as Nicklaus Misses Cut
Gary Player predicted victory while Arnold Palmer stayed in contention. Bert Yancey clung to a slim lead despite a middling round, and Jack Nicklaus failed to make the cut for the final two rounds, marking a historic Masters collapse. Shanty Hogan died at 61 in Boston, a former major league catcher.
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Senior Golf Championship Semifinalites in Florida Upset
Jay Walcott Brown of Sea Girl Nu defeated defending champion Walter A. Dowell of Walnut Ridge Ark 5 to 4 yesterday in the American Seniors Golf Association Championship semifinals at Palm Beach Gardens. Dale, Richards, Hunt, and Merkle posted notable scores in the event.
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