Johnny Bench Reaches 1000th Major League Game Milestone
In Cincinnati, Johnny Bench, back in form after surgery, nears his 1000th major league game as Sparky Anderson hails his resurgence. Bench, 26, has battled doubt and a 1972 operation but now posts a hot hitting streak and eyes MVP honors while contemplating retirement between ages 32 and 35. Dean Prentice named coach of the New Haven Nighthawks.
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Woody Held May Return To Baseball
In Dubois Wyoming veteran ballplayer Woody Held, who quit after 19 seasons in 1969 to escape road life, says a return could be possible if offered a managerial post in minor league baseball. He now bears a ranching and handyman life and stays connected to the sport through local youth programs.
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A Touch Of Orient In Kentucky
Yoshida family establishes Fountainbleau Farm in Kentucky linking Japanese and American racing traditions. Terry Yoshida, 26, manages the 900 acre operation with 50 mares and Loom stallion, plans to buy a Keeneland colt as a stallion prospect. Zenya Yoshida, based in Japan, visits with interpreters. the farm mirrors Japanese English bilingual signs and oriental touches.
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