Meadville Bulldogs Dominate Corry Beavers In Inaugural Season
Meadville bulldogs defeated the Corry Beavers 11 to 1 on the latter’s diamond. Corry began strong with a first inning run by Mike Williams scoring on John Crotty’s single, but could muster only two safeties as Meadville pitcher Dave Delo shut down the Beavers. Sophomore Jeff Brown started for Corry and was relieved in the third by Crotty.
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Warren Dragons
Loveland Field
Celtics Stay On In Boston Amid Move Rumor
New Celtics owners Irving H. Levin and Harold A. Lipton insist the NBA club remains in Boston after denying a San Diego relocation report. Levin says he and Lipton bought the team for the love of the sport and pledged stability under Red Auerbach, while reaffirming Boston as the team’s home.
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Walter Brown
Boston Garden
Dick Dean Nets 213 High In Sparsely Attended Bowling
After a quiet season end, Dick Dean rolled a 213 in the Spartansburg Mixed Couples League as the sole bowler over 200. The city’s remaining action drew just one notable score amid sparse bowling activity. John Walker, diving coach at Minnesota, accepted the same role at Harvard, per Gopher coach Bob Mowerson. he also taught physical education at Minnesota.
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John Walker
University of Minnesota
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Michigan Sports Hall of Fame adds three legends
Mauri Rose Terry Mc Dermott and Rudy York will be inducted at the Michigan Sports Hall of Fame 18th annual dinner May 22 at Cobo Hall Detroit. Andy Howard signs with the Atlanta Falcons after being a fourth round draft pick. Vanderbilt names tricaptains Jim Avery Joe Cook and Ken Stone for the 1972 football season.
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Nelson Golf Dream Turns Real With Sudden-Death Win
Chi Chi Rodriguez won the Byron Nelson Golf Classic in a sudden-death playoff against Ply Casper after a dramatic day at Preston Trail. Rodriguez, who hadn't won in four years, nailed a five-foot birdie on the 15th to clinch the $25,000 first prize, finishing seven under par at 273. Casper earned $14,300, with defending champ Jack Nicklaus 11 shots back and Arnold Palmer closing at 276 after late putting troubles.
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Astros Add Lee May Boost Wynn Power Hit Run
The Houston Astros traded for Lee May, boosting Jimmy Wynn who hit five home runs this season, including two grand slams, as Wynn goes from a down year to a .379 average with 16 RBIs and 15 runs. Astros beat Pirates 9-8, Mets top Giants 7-4, Phillies edge Dodgers 2-1. Seaver struck out 12 in six-plus innings for New York before Mets, Phillies, and Astros results shaped the NL race.
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Cleon Jones
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Dave Rader
Chris Speier
Ken Henderson
New York
Dick Selma
Willie Montanez
Philadelphia
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Claude Osteen
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Vida Blue Set to End Holdout and Sign 1972 Contract
Vida Blue of the Oakland A's, a 22 year old left hander, arrived in Boston and said he is ready to play as he nears signing a 1972 contract. He declined to speak much to the lone reporter present, appearing fit after the cross country trip.
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No Le Hace Aims For Derby Hustle Despite Off Track
In Louisville the trainer Homer Pardue declares No Le Hace ready for the Kentucky Derby as Derby field size or track condition matter little. He cites Arkansas Derby win and other stakes to underscore the horse’s readiness. Also noted are Derby Trial contenders Key to the Mint and Head of the River with Riva Ridge and Hold Your Peace as early favorites.
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