Walker Denied No-Hitter By Pirates Pitcher
Luke Walker came within three outs of a no-hitter as the Pirates swept and LASF split. Walker, sidelined since June 29, returned to face the Dodgers and endured a tough break in a crowd of teammates including Steve Blass who joked about starting him every three weeks.
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Namath Reports On Time For Jets Camp
Quarterback Joe Namath arrived on time for the Jets training camp saying his crippled knees feel fine though his wrist from last year is not fully healed. He had been late the previous two years due to an imbroglio.
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Earl Gerheim
Associated Press
Joe Namath
New York Jets
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NFL Camp Drama Touches Namath and Jets
NFL figures clash over Namath with the Namath's link to a nightclub as he eyes a healthy wrist at Hofstra. Jets veterans report to camp while Browns coach Skorich demands a winning attitude and Rams prepare for two a day workouts. Oilers hold a timed 40 yard dash as veterans depart camp and players shift rosters.
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Houston Oilers
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Patterson Seeks Ring Time Not Knockouts In Comeback
Floyd Patterson, former heavyweight champion back on a winning run, says he prefers longer ring time to knockouts after a 10 round decision over Young Charlie. Polite, 25, was overwhelmed by a veteran display of jabs and body shots.
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Royals
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Robby Robinson HR Sparks Orioles Past A’s in Seven Run Rally
Brooks Robinson belted a grand slam off John Odom as Baltimore defeated Oakland 7-3 to bolster their bid for an AL playoff spot. The slam was Robinsons 11th homer of the year and came during a seven run fifth inning sealing the win.
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Associated Press
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San Francisco
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Chicago
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Mike Andrews
Yankees
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Los Angeles
Bruce Crampton Wins Western Open in Comeback Mission
Bruce Crampton, 35, Australia, captured the Western Open title with a five under par 279 and a $30,000 prize. Despite key errors, his final round 34-37-71 sealed the victory as Trevino finished strong at Olympia Fields. Crampton earned a World Series of Golf invite and eyed future $50,000 prizes in upcoming events.
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Associated Press
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Akron
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Westchester
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Olympia Fields
Alabama Signs Allbright Basketball Prospect
Ron Allbright a 6-4 forward from Shoals Indiana signed a four year grant in aid with the University of Alabama. He set school scoring and rebounding records and earned multiple honors including All Southwest Indiana Athletic Conference and All Sectional selections. Alabama coach C M Newton praised his late recruitment and strong statistics.
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