Tigers Struggle Sent to AL Cellar Amid Broadcast Plans
Detroit’s 1953 baseball season opens with a slide as the Tigers sink toward the American League cellar. Critics blame front office trades and a weak farm system, despite Harvey Kuenn’s early promise. TV and radio sports coverage expand with tonight’s lightweight champ, upcoming Drake Relays, Wood Memorial, and broadcasts of the Kentucky Derby. Minor league open dates and roster shuffles fill the sports chatter as Cleveland and New York faces similar doldrums.
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Phillies Take Third Straight From Dodgers
Philadelphia built a 6 1 victory to claim a third straight win over Brooklyn as Robin Roberts hurled on two days rest to clinch the series. Stan Lopata and Granny Hamner homer, Pee Wee Reese hit a first inning shot for the Dodgers, while Frank Thomas provided a late big blast for Philadelphia. The win moved the Phillies into sole possession of first place in the NL ahead of idle St Louis.
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Baseball Scores From Yesterday and Today
Last night in the American League New York defeated Boston 6 to 3 and Detroit beat Chicago 8 to 4 while Philadelphia prevailed over Washington 6 to 4. In the National League Chicago beat Milwaukee 6 to 2 and Pittsburgh edged New York Philadelphia 1 to 1. Today’s games include Chicago at St Louis and Detroit at Cleveland with several night matches across the circuit including Washington at New York Philadelphia at Boston and St Louis at Chicago.
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Kansas Favored In Drake Relay Features
Drake Relays opened with focus on new American records in the university four mile relay and sprint medley. Kansas, led by Bill Easton, boasts a 9:21 four mile medley and seeks NCAA records against Michigan and Texas relays competition, with Jay Harris expected to challenge the medley mark.
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Fights Last Night In Detroit Boxing Card
Chuck Speiser stopped Franke Favaro in three rounds in Detroit. International League results show Toronto 7, Sprintfield, Buffaio and Balemarea. only games scheduled.
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Ox Groasa Dies At Home In Philadelphia Sports Figure
Philadelphia sports figure Da Grose died at his home after a career spanning college football coaching and boxing administration. He led Holy Cross from 1931 to 1948, coached at Georgetown and Temple, served on the Pennsylvania Athletic Commission, and helped bring major boxing title bouts to Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. Survived by his widow Myrenell, a son John, and a daughter Ruth. funeral arrangements pending.
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Pirates Triumph as Stars Hit First Major League Grand Slam
Yesterday's Stars Battin Franks and Thomasy hit the Pirates first major league grand slam of the season as Pittsburgh defeated the New York Giants 6 to 5. Warren Hacker pitched for Chicago Cubs, limiting Milwaukee to four hits with six strikeouts in a 6 to 2 win.
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Local Teams in State Tourney Travel for Bowling
Two local teams from Houles Men's Wear and Zalmneck's head to Mieniowas for the Peninsylants State Bowling championship. The lineup includes Sonny Staples, Laurie Bakee, J McLean, Joni Chillock, AL Baresi, Colebeck’s Wil, Paul French, Carl Peterson, Ken Dugait, and Charley Shues. Singles and doubles events are scheduled for Saturday and Sunday.
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Carter Defends Crown Tonight
Carter, boxing idol, defends his title tonight at the Boston Garden against Collins in a 195 pound bout. NBC will televise with ABC providing the broadcast. Carter enters as a heavy favorite amid a surging crowd of Collins supporters and widespread anticipation.
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Relays Draw 3500 Entrants in Philadelphia
The 59th Pere Relays opened at Franklin Field with about 3600 entrants from 103 colleges and 262 high schools. International athletes from Sweden and Dominica join the two day track carnival with top names including Denis Johansson and Len Truex competing. Oklahoma A&M and other schools contribute numerous athletes across elementary and preparatory levels.
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