Big Red Machine Rolls Through Astros in Four Game Sweep
The Cincinnati Reds dominated the Houston Astros 10-3 at the Astrodome to tie them in the NL West race. Hal McRae blasted a grand slam as Johnny Bench and Tony Perez added homers in a 11 hit attack, with Sparky Anderson praising the revival as Cincinnati builds momentum.
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Blocker Surges With Key Putting Rounds At Monsanto Classic
In a tight Monsanto event, Ben Blocker posts six birdies and just two bogies finishing under 69 on the back nine after a Paris-like tip from Gary Player. He sits near the leader board with about 29,781 season earnings while veterans Weiskopf Palmer Archer and Snead join a crowded pack as the field narrows.
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Siebert Feasting On Orioles Menu
Sonny Siebert pitched seven strong innings to beat Baltimore 7-1, earning his 16th win in 20 decisions against the Orioles. Rico Petrocelli drove in two in the first, Carlton Fisk added a two-run homer, and Pittsburgh and others posted NL and AL scores as Perry, Scheinblum and Royals sparked playoff-looking rallies.
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Hurtubise Upset Over Indianapolis 500 Move
Jim Hurtubise said he may quit the U S Auto Club after being dropped from 16th to 23rd at Indianapolis 500. His car ran out of fuel and was hauled across the infield to the pits, amid tensions with track attendants and chief steward Harlan Fengler. He blasted alleged poor communication and threatened to leave.
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Sifford Sees Growth of Black Golfers and Masters Path
Jock Sifford predicts more black golfers entering the sport as finances loosen and talent emerges. He cites Chuck Thorpe and George Johnson as rising players and believes a black winner will earn Masters eligibility soon despite current tour demographics. He notes eight black players on tour and stresses readiness to mature.
Legion Team Wins 7-0 Over Greensboro Cone
High Point American Legion team powered past Greensboro Cone 7-0 at War Memorial Stadium. Billy Sorrell scattered five hits with nine strikeouts to earn the win as four High Point players had two hits. David King drove in three runs with a two run double and a fourth inning RBI single. Williford took the loss for Cone as High Point moved to 2-2 on the season.
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High Point Battery Makers Showdowns Amid Relay Team Names
In a fragmented OCR note, Sorrell and Ledford face Williford and Whitley with Williams and others named in a relay or team context. The document mentions High Point and a battery of names linked to a competition or lineup.
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Vanatta Named Delta State Coach in Cleveland
Memphis Pros general manager Bob Vanatta is appointed head basketball coach at Delta State College in Cleveland Mississippi. The move places Vanatta in charge of the Statesmen basketball program as the team seeks to improve its standing this season.
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King Reaches Semifinals of French Open Tennis
Paris AP Billie Jean King, third seed, advances to the women’s singles semifinals at Roland Garros after beating past semifinalist Helga Masthoff of West Germany. Evonne Goolagong defends against Francoise Durr as semis set. men’s singles semifinal schedule unsettled after rain.
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