Madlock Leads NL Past AL In All Star Classic 6 3
Bill Madlock drove in two with a bases loaded ninth inning single to spark the National League to a 6 3 win in the 46th All Star game at Milwaukee. Reggie Smith Al Oliver and Barry Bonds? Wait not specified. Gossage and Bowa etc. The NL built a lead with key hits and Madison lineup. Kissinger attended and congratulated winners. The AL tied the score on Yaz’s pinch homer in the sixth before the NL pulled away late.
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Catfish Hunter
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al Oliver
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Jon Matlack
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Rich Gossage
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Larry Bowa
Henry Kissinger
Thompson Plans Wealth Help For Family After Nuggets Contract
Raleigh AP reports David Thompson returned to NC State amid signs of a five to three million dollar deal with Denver. He said his priorities are family support and comfort for his parents and relatives, joking about a growing clan of siblings and nieces. Thompson refused to reveal the exact price, noting his guarded finances. Madlock and Matlock shared the Commissioners Trophy as MVPs in the event, the first tie since 1970.
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A’s Learn Few Things About Own All-Star Game Night
The World champion Oakland A's stumbled in the 46th All-Star Game in Milwaukee. Gene Tenace made a ninth inning error that helped the National League rally. Claudell Washington, in his first All-Star game, was picked off and misplayed a liner. Reggie Jackson went hitless, Vida Blue’s stuff was hittable, Campaneris was picked off, and Catfish Hunter took the loss as Alvin Dark noted the rough edges of a midsummer classic.
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Milwaukee Hosts All Star Game Buzz in 1975
Milwaukee welcomed baseball dignitaries and fans as St on Henry Kissinger tossed the first ball at the 1975 All Star Game at County Stadium. Brewers officials basked in hosting duties amid cab strike tensions and expectations of heavy attendance.
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Match Race Pairing Foolish Pleasure And Forego Is Proposed
NEW YORK AP The owner of Forego declines a match race with Foolish Pleasure but would like a meeting in other races. John Greer proposes a match race as a drawing card. Mrs. Gerry cites mud and other problems and notes Marlboro Cup and Woodward as alternatives. Jockeys may vary. Braulio Baeza and Jacinto Vasquez have ridden Foolish Pleasure and Ruffian respectively.
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Tanner Martin Set Stage For Showdown Match
Top seed Roscoe Tanner and unseeded Billy Martin advanced in the Chicago International Tennis championship, setting up a Thursday showdown. Tanner beat Mike Cahill after dropping the first set 6-7, 6-3, 6-2, while Martin defeated John Andrews 6-4, 3-4, in a pro debut. Other second round winners included John Alexander, Sashi Menon, and Sherwood Stewart. Any doubles start mentioned.
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Dark Miracles Define AL All-Stars Manager's Faith
Milwaukee AP Alvin Dark recalls his unlikely rise to AL manager for the Oakland A's and his faith guiding his outlook. He reflects on how television viewings shaped his fan perspective, the challenge of transitioning from fan to manager, and leading a team to another World Series title while staying surprised by the role and its moments of perceived miracles.
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Johnson on Waivers After Conflicting Knee Health Remarks
Cincinnati reports say Essex Johnson was active in drills at Wilmington training camp but was placed on waivers after unsettling statements on his knee. Coach Paul Brown discussed a clean bill of health last week, then questioned health this week, while Johnson claimed doctors urged caution yet believed he could play two more seasons.
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Danville bowlers take thirds at AAYBC tournament
In Dearborn Heights Michigan two Danville bowlers Kerman Wyatt Jr and Delores Holder finished third in the boys handicap division and eighth in the girls handicap division respectively. They were among Virginia entrants at the Eastern Central regional competition. Wyatt earned a trophy while Holder received a plaque.
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Newton and Smith share first round lead in junior amateurs
John Newton of Roanoke and Eric Smith of Martinsville fired 71s to top the 108-player field in the USGA Junior Amateur Virginia state championship at Waynesboro Country Club. Roberson and Banks followed at 72, with others in the 70s and 80s across age divisions. Newton eagled the 5th and 9th, birdied 12th and 13th, while Smith fought back from two front-nine bogeys to post a 34 on the back.
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Alston Retains All-Star Manager Record With Seventh Win
Walter Alston of Los Angeles guided the National League to a 6-3 victory in the 46th All-Star Game, extending his record for managing the most winning All-Star teams. He previously won in 1956 and twice in 1960 plus 1964 1966 and 1967. Henry Aaron appeared in his 24th All-Star game, tying the record with Musial and Mays.
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