Boxing’s Eternal Triangle and Regulation Debate
In-depth look at boxing’s star power around Foreman Frazier and Ali, the era’s rivalries and anxieties. The piece questions the legitimacy of mangled matchups like Foreman versus Roman, flags the rise of undercard figures, and stresses calls for stronger national and international boxing regulation amid corruption concerns.
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International boxing needs a commission not one country
Bob McCray argues boxing requires an international commission to align mismatches like Frazier Stander and Frazier-Foster. He says champions should face top contenders from a short list rather than select unknowns to keep a title, recalling Cassius Clay’s era and questioning “King” Roman.
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Joe Schmoe
Giants Win Fifth Straight Over Pirates in Pittsburgh
Tom Bradley pitched the Giants to a 7 2 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates, extending San Francisco's winning streak to five. Bradley scattered eight hits with no walks, aided by 13 Giants hits and a key triple from Tito Fuentes, while Dave Cash, Richie Hebner, and Willie Stargell produced Pittsburgh's two ninth inning runs. Fuentes went 4-for-5 with three RBIs as Chicago top NL East rivals linger. Nellie Briles will start for Pittsburgh against Ron Bryant of the Giants next.
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Tito Fuentes
Garry Maddox
Dave Cash
Richie Hebner
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al Oliver
Bonds
Manny Sanguillen
Nellie Briles
Ron Bryant
Baseball's Free Agent Draft Today
New York AP reports baseball scouts begin the summer draft of high school and college graduates. The Texas Rangers hold the regular phase first pick after finishing last in the AL, with 850 to 1,000 players expected chosen over two days. The Phillies hold the No. 2 in the regular draft and had the No. 1 winter draft pick. In the secondary phase Oakland leads, selection order set by a pre-draft draw among 24 teams. The draft aims to supply future talent, but has produced instant majors with No. 1 picks like Dunning, Broberg, and Dave Roberts.
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Pete Broberg
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Dave Roberts
Moose Edges Elks In Overtime 8-7
In an eight inning Little League clash the Moose outlasted the Elks 8 to 7 after a late two run rally. The game featured three ties at 2-2 4-4 and 6-6 with Don Swan earning the win and Bob Fish charged with the loss after an Elk error. Jim Moats led Moose with two hits as Mike Kendrilik Charlie Reynolds and Mike Maloney each had two safeties for Elks.
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Linda's Chief Not Running At Belmont
ALBANY N Y AP The horse once seen as possible to beat Secretariat will skip Belmont on Saturday owner Neil Hellman said he will not enter Linda's Chief in the final Triple Crown leg The Albany bred horse won the Withers Stakes at Belmont last week Hellman hopes to race Linda's Chief against Secretariat later this season Linda's Chief was the favorite to beat Secretariat at Saratoga last year but Secretariat won marking the only time another horse was favored in the career of the world famous horse
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Penna Bank tops Harned's TV 13 10 in SECL clash
Pennsylvania Bank and Trust softball built a seven run third inning and held off a late rally by Harned's TV to win 13 to 10 at Aero Field. Bud Pieper and Porky Whitmeyer each had three hits, with Pieper doubles and Whitmeyer a triple. Tom Bulard added three hits for Harned's, while Dave Kimmey earned the win. Tonight Try M hosts Harborcreek and others in SECL action.
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Mets Injury Toll Deepens As Harrelson Fractures Hand
The Mets suffer another injury blow as Bud Harrelson fractures a bone in his left hand during a 5-0 defeat to the Reds. Cleon Jones and Jerry Grote are already on the disabled list, while John Milner and Willie Mays have recently been activated. The slide continues for Jon Matlack who falls to 2-8 after five straight losses. Other NL results include the Giants beating the Pirates 7-2 and the Astros shutting out the Phillies 7-0. In the AL, the Brewers edge the A’s 2-0 and the Red Sox top the Royals 9-3. Tito Fuentes and Garry Maddox drive in three apiece for San Francisco. Tom Bradley improves to 5-2 as the Giants extend their West lead.
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Braves Beat Indians 5-4 In Local Bowling League Match
In Spartansburg Mixed Couples Bowling League action last night Braves beat Indians 5-4. Dick Dean rolled 232 for top honors while Denny Northrop posted 200s and 209 and 213. Other notable scores include Sonny Blakeslee 217 Paul Ongley 213 and Bill Bailey 201.
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Ronnie Huttman
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Corry Savings and Loan Legion to Host Harborcreek
The 6-0 Corry Savings and Loan Legion baseball team will host Harborcreek tomorrow night at Loveland Field for Parent's Night. A new red and white stretch uniform look will debut, replacing the traditional pinstripe.
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