Catfish Hunter Sends A's To World Series Opener
Oakland ace Jim Hunter tossed a five hitter to beat the Baltimore Orioles 3 0 in the fifth game of the AL playoffs. He limited Baltimore to one extra-base hit, struck out one, and gave Oakland a shot at repeating as world champions as they head to face the Mets in the World Series.
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Eric Prewitt
Associated Press
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Catfish” Hunter
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Ray Fosse
High Road Low Road Lead To Series For A's Mets
Oakland and New York reach the 1973 World Series opener after strong finishes. Reggie Jackson powers the A's as Seaver Koosman and Mat lack lead the Mets for a dramatic pennant run. Key injuries healed, Mets win NL. A's top AL West for sixth straight season.
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Sted Press
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Nelson Weaver In Mat Feature At Armory
Friday night at the Danville Armory Johnny Weaver and Art Nelson meet the Royal Kangaroos in a key mat feature as Weaver and Nelson seek revenge after the Kangaroos captured the taped fist championship. Newcomer Bruce Swayze and Bruiser Bill White face young Scott Casey and Johnny Ringo in the second tag bout. Pedro Columba vs Tiny Ramona and Terry Sawyer vs Joe Furr headline the $215 opener.
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