Murtaugh retires as Pirates manager after firsts on field
The piece praises Danny Murtaugh as a genuine, unpretentious leader who brought the Pirates to a first in the Eastern Division, National League, and World Series. It contrasts him with Leo Durocher and notes Murtaugh’s honest, no nonsense style and premature retirement at 54.
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Danny Murtaugh a Quiet Pirate Leader Remembered
Arthur Sports of Times profiles Danny Murtaugh, longtime Pirates manager whose career spanned 1960 to 1970s. The piece notes his 1960 World Series victory over the Yankees, 1964 heart issues, 1967 and 1969 managerial moves, and his democratic, colorblind approach to team building. It closes with a tribute to his character and steady leadership.
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Sports Scoreboard Highlights and Schedule
Virginia beat New York 126 to 124 while Indiana toppled North Carolina 115 108 Memphis defeated Virginia 117 113 Denver edged Pittsburgh 118 114 Kentucky faced Utah in the lone Monday game Tuesday slate shows Virginia versus Dallas Carolina meeting Pittsburgh Indiana playing New York and Denver hosting Florida.
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Weekend NBA Scores and Weekday Schedule
Saturday results include Milwaukee 108 over Chicago 105 and New York 130 over Buffalo 90. Sunday Phoenix defeated Golden State 120 to 87, while Los Angeles beat Portland 123 to 107. Upcoming games list Portland at Detroit and Seattle at Milwaukee among others.
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Pro Hockey East Division Standings and Results
The report lists standings for the Pro Hockey East and West divisions with teams such as New York Boston Montreal Toronto Detroit Vancouver Buffalo and others. It includes matches results like Pittsburgh 4 New York 2 and St Louis at Vancouver among several scorelines.
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Liberty Bowl Sellout May Grow Bigger, Dudley Says
Memphis AP reports the Liberty Bowl is sold out for the December 20 matchup of the Tennessee Vols and Arkansas Razorbacks. Executive director A F Bud Dudley says all 50 000 tickets are gone and demand could push expansion. Also notes Air Force gymnast captain Breck Cunningham from State College leads the team.
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Texas 500 Postponed
Bobby Allison the No. 2 money winner in stock racing profited from a rainy Texas weekend. The 34 year old won a 200 mile Sportsman stock car race at Texas World Speedway on Saturday and added $3,200 to his earnings. A Mexican City newcomer named Juan Izquierdo also figured in the event.
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Rupp Wins At Home as Kentucky Tops Jayhawks
Adolph Rupp returned to his alma mater on Saturday night to snap Kansas's home streak, guiding Kentucky to a long awaited second win of the season. The article notes Rupp seeking his 27th SEC crown and previews upcoming games against Kansas State and other SEC contests. It also lists multiple Saturday results including St John’s NY over Vanderbilt 98-81 and North Carolina State over Georgia 92-81.
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Browns Clinch AFC Central Title Despite Two Games Left
In a dramatic late push Leroy Kelly four yards with 1 48 remaining clinched the AFC Central for Cleveland as Plunkett led Miami with 223 yards, Morris returned a 94 yard kickoff for a first quarter lead, and other division races saw tight results including Detroit and Philadelphia turning around late to spoil playoff hopes.
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Chiefs 49ers In Must Win Clash Tonight
San Francisco 49ers led by John Brodie host Kansas City Chiefs with Len Dawson at quarterback in a pivotal playoff race clash. Both teams eye strong records as Oakland and Los Angeles loom, with Morale high after recent wins and key receivers like Washington Witcher Kwalick for the 49ers and Otis Taylor Wright for the Chiefs.
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Suns and Cavaliers split, Russell leads Warriors in loss
West rests 66-32 second half. Connie Hawkins scored 21 for the Suns, Neal Walk 20. Cazzie Russell led the Warriors with 34. Seattle erased a 16 point hole to beat Cleveland 84 81 late. Len Wilkens had 27 as Butch Beard topped Cleveland with 22 in the NBA night slate. Milwaukee beat Chicago 108 105 and others included Boston 117 Houston 107.
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Bowl Wins and Coaching Changes Highlight Patchy Bowl Season
Easy 14 in the Mineral Water Bowl at Excelsior Springs Missouri. Jackson State toppled Alabama and A&M 40-21 in the Azalea Classic at Mobile Alabama. Cal Lutheran captured the NAIA Division II crown 30-14 from West aspirations. Liske connect followed by Greg Landry's five yard run to put Lions ahead 20-16. Jim Turner added a 33 yard field goal with two minutes left. Packers tied Denver with Tim Webster's 27 yard boot at the final gun after late TDs. Arizona Western beat Ellsworth J C 20-12 in El Toro Bowl. Northwestern Oklahoma A&M beat Wilbur Wright 32-7 in Green Country Shrine Bowl. Dakota State won Boot Hill Bowl 23-20 over Northwestern Oklahoma. East beat West 19-10 in National Black All Star Classic. Roy Lester fired from Maryland after 2-9 season. Murray Warmath resigns at Minnesota to become assistant athletic director. Gophers drop to 4-7 under Warmath.
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Tall Sa lem Star Dan Pflueger Joins Air Force Academy
Senior Dan Pflueger of Sa lem Wisconsin at 6 foot 8 inches is noted as one of the tallest athletes in Air Force Academy history.
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NYU Names Mike Jacques Outstanding Athlete for 1970-71
Mike Jacques of Glastonbury Cofin named NYU's outstanding athlete for the 1970-71 season. The 6 foot 3 inch wrestler earns top honors reflecting his performance and leadership for the university athletics program.
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