Durocher Doubts Batting Practice After Years Of Use
New York sports note recounts Leo Durocher reversing his stance on batting practice with the Houston Astros citing past support and a 250 dollar fine. It highlights player attitudes toward practice, the role of Marvin Miller, and classic anecdotes about hitters loving to swing.
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Chub Feeney
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Connie Mack
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Bob Johnson
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Chubby Dean
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Rojas, Scott, and May pace Tigers win over Indians
Rojas homered as George Scott and May supplied offense for Detroit. Norm Cash hit a solo shot in the second inning and Bill Freehan added a fourth inning homer to end the Tigers’ three-game skid. Jack Brohamer homered for Cleveland before John Hiller finished with his 30th save. White Sox 13, Angels 3. Chicago’s John Jeter homered.
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Dave
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Indians
Norm Cash
Bill Freehan
Detroit
Jack Brohamer
Cleveland
Jim Perry
John Hiller
White Sox erupt in seventh to rout opponents 13 to 3
Clyde Wright blasted a homer and added a double and a two run single in an eight run seventh inning. The White Sox defeated an unspecified opponent 13 to 3. Earlier, Charlie Hudson threw a six hitter for his first major league shutout as the Rangers beat the Twins 2 to 0.
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Jurgensen Shines as Redskins Rout Patriots in Exhibition
In Foxboro, Sonny Jurgensen, 39, led Washington to a 35-14 NFL exhibition win over New England while Duane Thomas, who scored a TD, declined to comment. Jurgensen, preparing for his 17th season after a torn Achilles last year, dominated the star spotlight.
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Duane Thomas
Washington Redskins
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Jurgensen
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New England Patriots
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Trojans See No Pressure From Fans as No. 1
USC players express confidence in defending their top ranking before the Rose Bowl and national title, with J K McKay Pat Haden and Anthony Davis articulating belief in their strong unit. Coach Fairbanks jokes about the Patriots game while Jurgensen shines in NFL exhibitions with the Redskins and several other preseason scores are listed.
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Dallenbach Wins California 500 at Ontario Speedway
Wally Dallenbach won the California 500 at Ontario Motor Speedway before 110,830 fans. Al Unser retired with a gearbox fault, Mario Andretti finished second by five seconds, and Dallenbach barely saved fuel on the final laps to claim his second USAC victory and a $80,000 purse.
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Exhibition NFL results and schedules by time
The Associated Press lists preseason games by EDT results including New York Giants 42 over Philadelphia 21 Detroit 16 over Cleveland 13 Cincinnati 31 over Atlanta 20 Houston 20 over Baltimore 9 Dallas 27 over Kansas City 16 New York Jets 28 over New Orleans 17 Pittsburgh 30 over Green Bay 22 Chicago 31 over St Louis 20 Oakland 23 over San Francisco 17 with Sunday and Thursday fixtures and Friday and Saturday night matchups to follow.
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Associated Press
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Wee
Detroit Roots: Mayo Smith Era Echoes in Contention
Detroit figures reflect on Mayo Smith leading the team after 1968 glory. Martin and Campbell named as top candidates, believing personality clashes could be resolved. They argue he is the right man for the job at hand.
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Tigers face uncertain path as manager search unfolds
A team spokesman cited time constraints and Campbell admitted no hint on the new manager. Third base coach Joe Schultz, acting since Martin’s suspension, is slated to stay full time until a successor is named, likely delaying rest of the season. Detroit trails in the AL East, eight and a half games behind Baltimore.
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SEC teams hold intra squad scrimmages ahead of season openers
Southeastern Conference teams evaluated lineups after weekend scrimmages. Georgia coach Vince Dooley praised transfer Butch Wood as a dark horse for the unsettled strongside linebacker spot. LSU coach Charles McClendon was pleased overall but criticized pass protection. Alabama, Tulane, and Georgia Tech reported mixed results with offenses under study and coaching staff candid about progress before the season.
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Associated Press
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Vince Dooley
Butch Wood
US Naval Academy
Middle Georgia Junior College
Charles McClendon
Stadler Wins U S Amateur in 36-Hole Final
Craig Stadler, a Southern California junior from La Jolla, defeated Dave Strawn of Concord, North Carolina 6 and 5 to win the 36-hole final of the U S Amateur Golf Championship at Inverness Club Toledo Ohio. Stadler earlier beat British Amateur winner Dick Siderow and defending champ Marvin Giles III in one day, planning to turn pro in 1976 while remaining a student golfer until then.
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Inverness Club
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Teenage tennis stars surge at the U S Open
At the U S Open Borg the 17 year old Swedish upset third seed Arthur Ashe in four sets while Amritraj a 19 year old from India defeated Rod Laver in five. Stan Smith edged Roscoe Tanner as several seeds fell and Court Wade Evert progress in women’s bracket.
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LPGA Results and NFL? Schedule Fragments From Akron
Fragmentary listing shows golf results and a cluttered slate of football games with times and locations. Teams referenced include New York Jets Philadelphia Tampa Atlanta Minnesota Diego Houston New Orleans Baltimore Denver Chicago Washington and a September Sunday schedule with unclear times and venues.
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Delight Bunnin Around Crowned Reserve Grand Champion
Reserve champ Delight Bunnin Around won the walking horse title at the 35th Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration in Shelbyville. Rider Billy Gray praised the gelding as the greatest walking horse, with owners John C. Miller of Anchorage, Alaska. Mike's Mighty Delight placed second, Another Masterpiece third, as officials kicked off anti-soring provisions under the 1970 Horse Protection Act.
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