Major League Baseball Opens Second Century
Professional baseball’s second century begins with Ted Williams and Clyde King starting new eras as the Washington Senators and Atlanta Braves meet the Yankees and Giants. Opening-day action includes power, steals, and standout debuts, with Don Drysdale leading the Dodgers in a win over the Reds and Mets.
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Nixon Clings to Senators Hope in Yankees Opener
President Nixon attends the Washington Senators opening day as they trail the New York Yankees by eight runs. Despite a late rally attempt led by Frank Howard, the Senators fall 8 4. Commissioner Bowie Kuhn notes Nixon predicted a comeback while Ted Williams comments on the tough loss.
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Richard M. Nixon
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Blitzkrieg
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Ted Williams
Martin Seeks New Image As Twins Manager
Kansas City AP Billy Martin aims to shed his Yankees tough guy image as he begins his major league managing stint with the Minnesota Twins. He recalls a fan asking if he would be a Durocher Stengel hybrid and says he just wants to be himself. Insiders note he has reduced tensions in a club that has long been unsettled since 1965 pennant run.
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National League and American League standings and results
The leagues post scattered standings and results with Monday games including Los Angeles beating Cincinnati and Atlanta over San Francisco. Martin urged open dialogue at spring camp and delegated coaching duties while embracing preseason favorites status in the AL Western Division.
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Weather May Delay Bucs Opener in St Louis
The 1989 opener between the St Louis Cardinals and the Pittsburgh Pirates faces a 70 percent chance of showers and thundershowers. Pirates manager Larry Shepard said weather could be the Cardinals’ biggest problem while praising St Louis as the stronger club with Bill White added to the lineup.
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Phoenix Coin Flip Nets Neal Walk
The NBA draft opened with Phoenix selecting Neal Walk of Florida as Lew Alcindor’s headline rival, and Boston picking Jo Jo White after expecting his departure. Other first round movers include Lucious Allen to Seattle Terry Driscoll to Boston College Larry Cannon to Chicago and Willie McCarter plus Rick Roberson to Los Angeles.
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Hawks Edge Rockets To Clinch West Playoff Berth
In San Diego the Atlanta Hawks overcame a size disadvantage to beat the Rockets 108-106. The win sealed a spot in the NBA Western Division finals against the Los Angeles Lakers.
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Phillies Send Wine To Expos Replace Jackson
Vet guard Bobby Hawks helped Philadelphia rally through a rough stretch while Bob Hayes scored 26 as the Rockets battled the Hawks in a 96 60 late stage. Atlanta coach Richie Guerin warned not to overlook the Lakers after a strong start by Don Kojis and a key block by John Block injury absence.
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Phillies Open Season With Three Rookies In Lineup
Phillies debut three rookies center fielder Don Money shortstop Don Young and left fielder Larry Hisle in the opening lineup against Ferguson Jenkins and the Chicago Cubs. Veteran Richie Allen is at first base with Deron Johnson at third as he recovers from a strained side. The game attracts an expected crowd of 35 000.
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