Astros edge Mets in six hour marathon night game
In the longest night game in major league history the Astros beat the Mets 1-0 in 6 hours 6 minutes as a misplayed grounder allowed the deciding run. Tom Seaver and Don Wilson traded quality innings while Bud Hancken joked about tobacco packs amid the unique late night finish.
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Bob Veale
Jim Lefebvre
Los Angeles
Bill Singer
Veale
Rocky Colavito
Johnny Edwards
Pat Jarvis
Rog Gibson
Hank Aaron
Atlanta
Roger Maris
Dale Maxvill
Trode
Edwards
Pascual Receives Ball For 2000th Strikeout
Washington pitcher Camilo Pascual earned a commemorative ball after recording his 2,000th strikeout in a 7-0 win over the California Angels. The 34 year old also notched his 33rd shutout as he fanned nine, with Chuck Hinton delivering the 2,000th strikeout.
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Dean Chance
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Don Drysdale
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Heat Wave Is On The Way In Minnesota Twin Country
Twins hammer Orioles 6-3 as Big Bob Allison belts two doubles and a triple in a strong road win. Allison leads AL with .550 and eyes home opener vs Washington as Boswell steadies the mound behind Oliva and Killebrew late offense.
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Washington Triumphs Over California 7-0 in Rainy Day Games
Rainy schedule lists Washington 7 California 0 and Minnesota 6 Baltimore 3 as part of a day of postponed and relocated matchups. Detroit faced Boston with unclear results while several city pairings were planned for Wednesday and later dates.
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Jones Keeps Celtics Alive With 37 In Philly Comeback
Sam Jones scored 37 points as the Boston Celtics rallied from a 3-1 deficit to beat the Philadelphia 76ers 122-104 in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference finals. John Havlicek added 29 points and 10 assists as Boston forced a sixth game in Boston.
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Hi Toms aim to surprise as opener looms tonight
Winston-Salem hosts the Carolina League opener with High Point-Thomasville managing by Jack McKeon confident his squad can surprise. He praised four pitchers in an exhibition loss to Burlington noting three delivered solid work and that bases on balls cost them. Moxey Hetz Solaita and Bicek are highlighted for defensive and pitching moments ahead of Finch Field start.
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International Boxing League forms with benefit plans
Chicago AP reports plans to create the International Boxing League Inc with eight city franchises including Chicago Los Angeles and Baltimore. Groups in New York Philadelphia Atlanta and Miami seek membership as the league aims to start this fall offering boxers annual contracts from eight to fifteen thousand dollars plus group insurance and pensions.
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Hi-Tom Plans Season Ticket Honors At Local Parks
John Carter, general manager of the High Point-Thomasville Hi-Toms, announced that season tickets will be honored at Greensboro and Winston-Salem parks where the club plays. Admission prices for home games are $1 for adults 35 cents for students and 25 cents for children. Children under 12 admitted free when accompanied by an adult at Finch Field.
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The Vassar Dolls At Center: Love And Experiment
A promotional blurb recalls The Group and the Vassar Dolls as sensational subjects. It invites readers to compare the Dolls with The Group, noting their impact on Mary McCarthy’s book and the ensuing film. The Center advertises a mature audience discussion on Friday.
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