Leo Durocher Drives Cubs Toward Pennant Hopes
Special to The Daily Times recaps Leo Durocher's commanding presence in Chicago as he rebuilds the Cubs after 1965. The piece notes his fiery leadership, age about 64, and a track record from the Dodgers and Giants of turning sliding teams into contenders, with the Cubs already showing strong early season form and playoff potential.
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Dear Sports Editor readers solve oddball sports questions
The column compiles humorous letters about local sports quirks from softball to golf. Readers ask if neighbors are up to no good, if Brandywine Raceway hosts boat races, and why Hubert Ryan vanished, with light, playful answers.
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Jackson Tops Ruth and Maris in 25th 26th homer pace
Reggie Jackson homered twice to reach 25th and 26th of the season as Oakland routed Kansas City. President Nixon sent congratulations. Jackson led a doubleheader showcase with Ruth and Maris pace comparisons. Other AL results noted include Orioles over Senators 3-1 and Twins over Angels 3-4.
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Clemente Weighs Politics After Baseball Career
Roberto Clemente, nearing retirement from his 15th Pirates season, says he may not enter mayoral politics in his hometown of Carolina Puerto Rico yet. He noted ongoing baseball commitments and pain in his shoulder as factors in delaying any decision. The Pirates beat the Cubs 3-2 to complete a four game sweep as Clemente homered and doubled, driving in the winning run. Other NL results: Houston over Atlanta 2-1, Mets over Phillies 2-0, Montreal over St Louis 3-1, Cincinnati over SF 11-2, LA over San Diego 10-1.
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NCAA grants ABC exclusive rights to football telecasts
The NCAA awarded ABC exclusive rights to televise its football games for 1970 and 1971 in a deal reportedly worth 23.5 million dollars. ABC plans to air 39 games per season with two to four night games and at least one wild card game.
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Koosman Recovers to Fire Four-Hit Shutout Versus Phillies
Mets lefty Jerry Koosman, shaking a balky shoulder and lingering doubts, threw a four hit shutout against Philadelphia as New York won 2–0. He spoke of sleepless weeks, heat and ultrasound workouts, and a gradual return to form after a spring of shoulder worry.
Alden Dooley Reelected President at Narragansett Park
In Pawtucket Rhode Island Jt Alden Dooley has been reelected to a seventh term as president of Narragansett Park. The move maintains leadership for the racing venue as it continues operations and plans development.
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