Reggie's hot hitting fuels AL slugfest weekend
Reggie Smith led a power surge across the American League with multi homer games and RBI output, while teams like the Red Sox Royals and Tigers chased division leaders. McLain moved toward a 30-win pace as Detroit split an Oakland doubleheader, and Carew tied a major league thefts record en route to West Division lead.
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Collapse of Pitching Staff Puts White Sox on Skids
The Chicago White Sox tumble as their pitching staff collapses under a Baltimore Orioles sweep of a four game set. With an ERA near 4.34 and 39 runs allowed in 160 hits over 21 recent games, the Sox fall to fourth in the AL West, seven games out of the lead as questions rise about top starters Horlen John Peters and manager Gutteridge's staff choices.
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Boxers Spar on Broadway for Title Fight Build Up
Philadelphia sparring partners Joe Frazier and Jerry Quarry staged crowd friendly sessions on Broadway near Duffy Square ahead of their June 23 heavyweight title bout at Madison Square Garden. Frazier pressed Warner in two rounds while Quarry faced Charley Harris in a brisk three rounds, drawing 2,500 to 5,000 spectators as police helped move the event onto the ring.
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McCovey Near NL Triple Crown With 31 Homers
San Francisco Giant Willie McCovey surges toward the National League Triple Crown as he leads with 31 homers and climbs to second in batting at .953. Teammate Willie Mays trails in hits and runs, while other NL contenders and leaders shift after a week of play.
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Soccer Player Fatally Stabbed in Mexico City Incident
A 15 year old soccer player Gustavo Viejo Martinez was fatally stabbed after leaving the field during a fight. He died at Xoco Hospital, in the second such incident in Mexico City amateur soccer this year. A prior attack on Feb 9 wounded two players and killed one at a neighborhood game.
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Carol Flenniken Leads Denver Women's Golf Team
Carol Flenniken led the Denver Women’s Invitational with a steady front nine and a strong finish to defend her title. Jane Birkland placed second at Denver Country Club, while Jan Batley and four others tied for third, as the field prepared for the final rounds.
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Pilous Secures New Two Year Deal With Spurs
Denver AP reports Ru dy Pilous signed a two year contract to stay as head coach and general manager of the Denver Spurs in the Western Mackey League. Details of terms were not released though speculation centers on his 168-64 prior contract and performance.
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Expos Purchase Dick Radatz From Tigers
AP report notes the Expos acquire relief pitcher Dick Radatz from Detroit Tigers for about 26000 annually. The Spurs also announce Brian Harper trade details, with Harper appearing in 11 games and posting an earned run statistic as part of the deal. The moves reflect a busy deadline week in the league with multiple player shuffles and salary figures.
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Majors Braves maul Houston in twi night twin bill
The Braves hammer Houston in a twi night doubleheader led by Tommie Aaron and Felipe Alou as Atlanta seizes NL West lead. San Diego outlasts Los Angeles 3-2 in 13 innings, while Cincinnati and Pittsburgh win, with Tony Gonzalez keying the late surge for Atlanta. Aaron Cepeda provide power as San Diego, Cincinnati, and Pittsburgh claim victories.
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Am Legion Baseball League Schedule Summary
Am Legion Baseball listings show multiple league games by division across Wednesday to Thursday. Notable matches include Alameda at Legion Elks 5 p.m. and Windsor at Greeley Elks 5 39 p.m. Eastern and Western divisions feature Longmont Sports at Cowan Concrete 4 p.m. and Cowan Concrete at Johnstown 2 45 p.m. plus Boulder Moose at Greeley Legion 8 p.m.
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Angels Pilot Raps Carew Mark Tying Steal of Home
In St Paul Minneapolis AP report left fielder Phil Phillips of the Angels criticized Carew for a record tying steal of home by Minnesota in a 4 1 victory. Carew, leading hitter at .382, stole third and home during the first inning while Harmon Killebrew drove in two runs. Pitcher Tom Murphy was tagged as Carew slid home. Billy Martin noted Carew had the green light. Perry won the game with 10 strikeouts.
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Saijo Knocks Out Cie in New Orleans Bout
In a Tokyo styled AP report, Shoro Saijo of Japan defeated Marvelo Cie of Mexico by knockout in New Orleans. The fragmentary text mentions weights and local venues, with unclear numbers and names.
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Major League Leaders AP Batting and Pitching Leaders Listed
The Associated Press compiles major league leaders across batting runs and RBIs for both the American and National Leagues. Highlights include Ce rew and Robinson atop batting, Killebrew and Banks driving in runs, and McNally Holtzman and Gibson among top pitchers with strikeouts and decisions detailed.
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Former Yankee star Red Rutting turns 64 coaching in Denver
Charles Red Rutting, famed Yankees pitcher and longtime coach, celebrated his 64th birthday while serving on the coaching lines for the Denver Bears in the American Association. The former pitcher and first base coach marked the milestone amid the season with the team.
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Rained Out Weather Frustrates Legion Baseball Schedule
The 30 day forecast calls for more rain and cold as American Legion baseball games were rained out Monday night including Greeley Elks at Eaton and Highland at Longmont. Games in jeopardy Tuesday include Longmont Spains at Cowen Concrete and Windsor at Greeley Elks.
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Doctor OK's Hogan's Return To Golf
Hogan, 46, given a green light to start swinging after long arm surgery, plans to resume light golf in Houston and may compete in Open and Masters, though scheduling could limit play. He hasn’t swung since 1968 due to multiple surgeries and a torn tendon, but doctors cleared him for light activity and potential future competition.
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Moody advances to eighth on PGA money list after Open win
New York AP Moody jumped from 27th to eighth on the PGA money list after winning the U S Open. The Open first prize of 30000 boosted his year earnings to 487921, while Gene Tittler held steady with 102137 in the weekly standings.
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Namath move fails to impress NFL head Rozelle
New York AB report says NFL Commissioner Pete Rozelle remains guarded about John Namath's restaurant hire by former FBI agent Lo Paice. Rozelle and assistant Jim Kensil indicate no contact from Namath or his lawyers and stress talks are needed before any change in his football career.
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Benevenuti Gets 3 Months Delay In Title Defense
Italy's Vint Benevenuti received a three month extension to sign off on defense of his middleweight boxing crown by the New York Athletic Commission. Benevenuti was stopped by Dick Tiger in the bout at Madison Square Garden, suffering a broken bone in his right hand during the loss.
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