Gehrig's Iron Horse Streak Ends At Briggs Stadium
April 30 1938 marked the end of Lou Gehrig's historic consecutive games streak at Briggs Stadium in Detroit. The Iron Horse announced he could no longer play, ending a legendary 2330 game run begun June 1 1923. Gehrig's greatness in hitting, RBI, and durability defined an era beside Ruth and Cobb, leaving a lasting imprint on baseball history.
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Brooklyn Surge Foreshadows Rout In League Race
Brooklyn Dodgers dominate Milwaukee Braves 2-0 in 12 innings as Carl Furillo hits a decisive homer. Erskine improves to 4-0 with a four-hit shutout over 4141 innings, extending the Dodgers' lead to six games while continuing their hot stretch in the pennant chase. The National League standings and upcoming games follow, with Brooklyn atop the circuit.
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Jets Press For ACAL Lead In Comeback Win Over Berkeley
The Encinal Jets erased a 6-0 deficit to beat Berkeley 7-6 at home, with Dear Colemtan delivering the decisive hit after a seventh inning rally. Jacob's lineup and defensive miscues helped the Jets surge, culminating in a dramatic bottom-of-the-seventh victory.
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Fight results recap from various cities across the nation
In New York Isi and Camelo Costa fought to a draw while Ronnie Delaney and Tony Puley posted stoppage wins in St Louis and Brooklyn. Providence saw Bob Balton stop Jose Corterras, and Archie Moore defeated Nino Valdes in Las Vegas. New Orleans hosted George Benton stopping Joe Thornton as reports from several venues outline multiple outcomes.
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Oaks Battle Angels in Emeryville Series With Eye on First Division
Emeryville edition notes Oakland Acorns open a seven game series with the Los Angeles Angels tonight as they chase a rise in the Coast League standings. The club hopes strong pitching and timely hitting from Rodin and Brick Laws fuel a push, while managing changes loom with bullpen and roster moves.
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Rebs and Farmers Face ACAL Trials at Edwards Stadium
ACAL track meet slated at Edwards Stadium with prelims tomorrow evening and finals Friday afternoon. San Lorenzo, Hayward high schools lead entries. strong contenders include George Jones in hurdles, Charlie Edwards in pole vault, Lambert and Jackson in sprints, and Dailey in high jump despite an injured ankle. Coaches anticipate close competition as Harbor rivals Vie for top honors while Angus and prior stars miss key events.
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Running Pair Get Mahannah Track Awards at Hayward High
Willard Stroud of the varsity and Anthony Jiminez of the B squad won this week’s wack awards at Hayward High School. Stroud clocked 3:23 in the class A three-quarter mile medley and Jiminez posted 2:10 in the class C mile relay. Both marks were set at the Stockton relays last Saturday.
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Moore Valdes Fight Sparks September Heavyweight Hopes
In Las Vegas Arch Moore defeated Nino Valdes in a taxing 15 round bout at Twilight. IBC official Tru man Gibson says Moore should defend the heavyweight crown in September possibly in New York. Valdes' corner cries foul over the judging and refereeing while fans boo Braddock’s disputed rounds.
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Marciano Camp Refuses to Talk Of Moore Bout
CALISTOGA a al Wail manager of heavyweight champion Rocky Marciano declines any discussion of Archie Moore as a possible title shot after Moore’s last Vegas win over Nino Valdes. Weill says Marciano will fight Don Cockell next in San Francisco, then revisit Moore. Nearby San Rafael Cockell’s camp seeks CA Athletic Commission meeting over alleged fouling tactics. Cockell may be disqualified for fouling in the May 16 bout. Willie Ritchie notes California rules allow stoppage for fouling and possible license revocation if repeated.
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Akins Upsets Delaney in New York Welterweight Bout
Virgil Akins, once viewed as underdog with a down career, pulled off a kayo over Delaney in the eighth round at the Eastern Parkway arena. Manager Eddie Yu vowed a title shot or top contender match, while Delaney from Akron suffered a first loss in 33 professional bouts. Pulco-Costa draw adds to New York boxing card with Costa earning a main event at Madison Square Garden May 27.
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Nashua Fast Mile in Derby Prep Training at Churchill Downs
Nashua, trained by Ada Lott and ridden by Eddie Teal, ran a fast mile in 1 37 3/5 at Churchill Downs in preparation for the Kentucky Derby. Owner William Woodward Jr watched as Nashua hit splits to the quarter in 23 1/5, five furlongs in 1:00 2/5, and the mile in 1:37 3/3, with Summer Tan and Swaps connections noted nearby.
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Ronnie Knox Joins Bruins Grid Squad
UCLA football opened spring practice with transfer Ronnie Knox returning to the Bruins at tailback. He joins fullback Bob Davenport and wingback Jim Decker, as 71 players attended, including 14 lettermen, with junior college transfers Ton Avery Ken Murphy and Jim Kennedy boosting the line.
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Bragan Strategy Ignites Turbulent PCL Ranks
In San Francisco Bobby Bragan threatens to turn the Pacific Coast league hustle program into a funeral match as he sends eight pinch hitters for one pitch each, all amid a doubleheader loss by his Stars. League president Claire Goodwin weighs umpire reports and weather impacts as Seattle leads while Los Angeles and Oakland pursue gains.
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Gonsalves Meets Amador Tonight in Richmond Bout
In Richmond California Johnny Gonsalves ranked sixth lightweight meets veteran Alex Amador in a round bout. Amador recently returned from retirement and has won all four fights since. Gonsalves, ex-KAU champion, heads into his 50th pro fight with 27 wins 9 losses and 3 draws. Two six round and two four round bouts complete the card.
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