Royals Begin Intrasquad Game In Fort Myers Spring Camp
Kansas City Royals opened their exhibition schedule with an intrasquad game in Fort Myers. Joe Keough doubled twice and drove in two runs for the Friends in the sixth inning, while Orlando Pena pitched five and six innings of one hit ball for the victory. Bill Butler impressed for the Dunlops, and Moe Grabowsky and Jon Warden were among others due to report soon.
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Jon Warden
Osteen Among Dodgers Missing At Spring Training
In Beach Florida AP report Dodgers hold first workout as Claude Osteen remains unsigned and possible returnee Don Drysdale absent. Several players including Tom Haller Ron Fairly Len Gabrielson Wes Parker Jeff Torborg and Ken Boyer participate. others unsigned or delayed by contracts or service.
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Bill Singer
Paul Popovich
Ted Savage
Braves Sluggers Shine as Camp Opens in Florida
Atlanta Braves show strong hitting with Hank Aaron and Rice Carty homering in West Palm Beach as spring drills begin. Joe Torre remains unsigned amid price talks, while Seb Tillman and Mike Lum sign. Donn Clendenon leaves Columbus to join Houston in the expansion draft.
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Boog Powell opposes Weaver plan for part time first base
MIAMI AP Boog Powell a Baltimore Orioles holdout critiques Earl Weaver plan to use Frank Robinson as a part time first baseman in 1969. Powell, who played in most of 162 games last season, rejects resting. He seeks about 15000 more than 40000 1968 salary. Powell led Orioles with 28 home runs and 88 RBIs last year but hit 208 with four homers in final two months. Orioles director Harry Dalton reportedly offered about 46000. The other holdout is pitcher Tom Phoebus seeking 5000 more than 1968 18000.
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Pitchers Ellsworth Santiago Absent as Schofield Joins Red Sox
In Winter Haven AP report, veteran pitchers Dick Ellsworth and Jose Santiago were the only absentees as infielder Dick Schofield joined the Boston Red Sox for the first time. Schofield signed after arrival in camp and wore the uniform quickly. Ellsworth due to practice Sunday and Santiago Monday. Williams schedules first intrasquad games next Wednesday and Thursday ahead of Friday's exhibition with the White Sox. Conigliaro, attempting a comeback, homered in batting practice at Chain o Lakes Park, with Williams planning limited intrasquad at bats for the young outfielder.
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Furniture City Ladies Golf Tournament to Start at Emerywood
The first Furniture City Ladies Golf Tournament begins Tuesday March 4 at Emerywood Country Club. The monthly event will visit a new course each month and conclude with a three day series. Players are asked to call the Emerywood Pro Shop for Marting times.
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Astros Hold Spring Training As A Unit In Cocoa
In Cocoa Florida 37 Astros began camp as a group with pitcher Larry Dieker the only holdout. Dieker a right hander posted a 12 15 record last season and reportedly seeks about 30000 pay. Leon McFadden was absent but has agreed to terms. Julio Gotay received permission to report later due to schooling in Puerto Rico.
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Davalillo Missing. Angels Vet Vic Davalillo Disappears
Vic Davalillo a veteran Angels outfielder is missing from his Cabimad home in Zulia State Venezuela since 15 days. Nicolas Davalillo says no baseball player was due to report for Angels training and he has no idea where Vic is.
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Giles Says Little On Retirement Of Donn Clendenon
Warnings from Warren Giles amid questions on the Donn Clendenon retirement and its impact on Houston's trade with Montreal. Clendenon, drafted by the Expos and sent to the Astros with Jesus Alou for Rusty Staub, leaves uncertainties about future moves. Staub, Wills, and Don Hahn were Expos holdouts remaining.
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Mantle the Yankee star who defined an era
Mantle won the AL triple crown and MVP in 1962, finished with 536 home runs and 1,509 RBIs in a 18 season Yankee career. He endured knee injuries, shifted to first base to protect his legs, and set World Series records with 18 homers and 123 total bases across 12 appearances.
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McMullen Leaves Camp as Senators Holdout Grows
Ken McMullen and Frank Howard remain unsigned with Washington as owner Bob Short invites about 15 players to discuss contracts. McMullen stayed to negotiate at home after Friday talks, rejecting a raised offer. Ted Williams plans exhibition games Monday and Tuesday to evaluate players ahead of Thursday’s opener with the New York Yankees.
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Siebert Becomes Official Holdout for Indians
Sonny Siebert remained a holdout from the Cleveland Indians after Saturday’s activities. Duke Sims, who had sought an attorney, signed for an estimated $2,000 salary with an $8,000 raise granted without an agent. Sims played first base and outfield last season, hitting .249 with 11 homers and 44 RBI. Also absent were Sam McDowell and reserve catcher Ken Suarez, but they were expected to report Sunday.
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Pirates Spring Training Opens as All Players Arrive
Braden ton Florida AP report says the Pittsburgh Pirates have all players at spring training with contracts or terms agreed. The last to sign was pitcher Bob Veale who arrived Saturday and spoke briefly with General Manager Joe Brown.
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Twins Hold Intrasquad As Roster Holds Grow
In Orlando the Twins staged a four inning intrasquad game amid many holdouts. Harmon Killebrew and Tony Oliva were the only regulars signed while 16 players on the roster were holdouts leaving Billy Martin to improvise. Tom Hall and Danny Morris pitched four innings each and Hall will start the opener against Baltimore.
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Bradford Hits Hard For Chisox Intrasquad Game
SARASOTA Florida AP Buddy Bradford collected three hits with two doubles and Walter Williams added two singles as Tony Cuccinello's Chicago White Sox beat the Don Gutteridges 3 0 in an intrasquad game played at Payne Park The effort featured six pitchers working two innings apiece with Dan Osinski tossing hitless relief and rookie Durant Cooper among those used
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Steelers Seal Pacts with Saul Campbell and Hogenauer
PITTSBURGH AP Veteran linebackers Bill Saul and John Campbell signed 1969 contracts with the Pittsburgh Steelers after a physical exam by the team doctor. Saul missed most of the prior season with a knee injury, Campbell sat out the last two games with an arm fracture. The Steelers also announced the signing of Sam Hogenauer, a free agent place kicker from Earlham College.
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Giants Camp Absentee List Shrinks to Three
CASA GRANDE ARIZONA AP The San Francisco Giants training camp saw only three absentees on Saturday with regular second baseman Ron Hunt and pitcher Bobby Bolin reporting. Willie McCovey Juan Marichal and Tito Fuentes remaining away with McCovey expected Monday. Camp breaks Wednesday for Phoenix and a Friday opener against the Chicago Cubs in Scottsdale. Manager Clyde King scrapped intrasquad games before the opener due to late arrivals.
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Mets Bypass Experimental Pinch Hitters in Spring
The New York Mets informed MLB officials they will not use any experimental pinch hitting rules in spring training. Manager Gil Hodges says teams should practice the rules they will play under, noting the current rules have stood the test of time.
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Hands Starts On Brand New Note For Cubs Pitcher
SCOSDALE Arizona AP Bill Hands a 28 year old right handed pitcher began his fourth season with the Chicago Cubs on a brand new note. This camp marked his first as an established starter after years as a reliever. In 1968 he became a regular starter and posted a 16 10 record with a 2.88 ERA the team’s lowest among starters. He reported for his first camp as a regular starter.
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Secrets of Birth program prompts teen sex education call
A Tarheel Drive-In screening on March 6 features Secrets of Birth, a frank portrayal of conception to birth cited as urgent for teen education. The program, paired with The Price of Sin, aims to guide parents and youths amid rising pornographic influence and misinformation.
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