Traynor Expects Pirates to Win Pennant in 1938
Pie Traynor predicts Pittsburgh Pirates will contend for the World Series, boosted by steady pitching and the addition of Johnny Rizzo to outfield. He weighs lineup shifts, rookie promises, and a four-way pennant race with New York, Chicago, and St. Louis, aiming for a strong defense and powerful batting.
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Favorites Bow In City Bowling Loop Matches
Underdogs advanced in the City Bowling League as Cohen Goals tied City Market for second place, three games behind leaders Park Lunch. Kip Anderson led with a 219 average in a results filled night including Coalers beating Market and Raymonds winning two from Lunishers.
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Baseball Opens With AL and NL Games In April
Baseball interest rises as spring camps begin and teams prepare for league openers. The American League starts April 19 with Philadelphia at Washington and Detroit at Chicago, while the National League opens April 19 with Boston at New York and Chicago at Cincinnati. the Pirates host Cincinnati on April 22.
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Erie Ball Club to Name Managers Within Ten Days
Officials of the Erie ball club in the Mid-Atlantic League will announce their management within ten days. About 30 players are signee to contracts. spring training starts April 5 at Transville Indiana. Tryouts for Brie club players will precede the league season in Brie. Listed are managers and business managers for teams including Springfield, Dayton, Denton, Johnstown, Charleston, Portsmouth, Aeron, and more. The feature also notes heavyweight boxing setup fights and a rumor of a $25,000 athletic field donation in Warren.
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Bill Terry trims Giants roster during New York camp
United Press reports in Baton Rouge that manager Bill Terry will weed out Giants from the Ne fidia League camp over four days. He plans to send several players to Jersey City for seasoning after the club beat their Jersey farmhands 14-1 yesterday.
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Knapp Shines With High Score At Rifle Range
Art Knapp posted a high score of 239 at Corry Rod and Gun Club during a late evening shoot. The American Legion and Emblem Oil teams prepare for a City League clash tonight as players including Ba Blelawaki and Rus Patterson post notable scores amid a crowded event.
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Citizens Rank Wins Three From Donaldson Brothers
Citizens defeated the Donaldson Brothers three games in the Antler Bowling League last evening and stayed within striking distance of leaders Steenkeelers. Lynford Chase posted the high average at 191.
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Auker and Wade of Bengals Hold Bees
Detroit Tigers seek revenge after defeat by Brooklyn Dodgers. Two more tilts scheduled in April and June. Auker and Wade limited the Bees to seven hits in an 8-2 victory. John Paul added the surname Jones in Fredericksburg 1773 to conceal identity. Willie Jones family lore lacks supporting evidence.
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Isaac Baker & Son Bowlers in Big Money Spot
In Chicago on March 26 the Isaac Baker & Son team from Erie led American Bowling Congress standings with an aggregate 3087 after mid-tournament. Pat McKaughlin led the attack with 258, and his 607 series topped the latest all-events marks as the Erie squad posted strong showings for top honors and notable individual scores.
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Spring Training Camp Jettings in Pacific Coast League
SACRAMENTO and the Pacific Coast League meet in a spring training series finale here. Pirates and Sacramento club split recent games as pitchers Brown and Brandt yield runs while Minetas and Car drive hits. Yankees face farm hands Blues in St Petersburg exhibition.
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Cincinnati Reds to Return to Tampa for Spring Training
Tampa Fla March 29 The Cincinnati Reds will come here again next year for spring training marking the ninth straight year in Tampa General Manager Warren Giles announced today The Reds seek their fourth victory in 15 exhibition starts after beating the Washington Senators 3-0 yesterday and plan to meet the Boston Red Sox here today.
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Barth Wins Slugfest Over Teddy Yarosz In Cleveland
Young Cleveland middleweight Barth defeated Teddy Yarosz of Pittsburgh by a seven round decision. Barth's sharp body work and fast upstairs punches carried the bout after a wild middle portion. Official scoring varied with rounds, and a low blow in round seven gave Barth an extra edge. Attendance was about 2,000.
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Davey Day Beats Spiga in Pittsburgh Showdown
In Pittsburgh on March 20 the hard-hitting Davey Day defeated Tommy Speigal of Uniontown in a featured boxing bout at Motor Square Garden. Day pressured Speigal with a relentless barrage, flooring him in the second round and earning a decision amid a series of knockdowns and exchanges.
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