Former Hill Ace Wilcey Moore Dies
Hollis Oklahoma AP Wilcey Moore a 1927 Yankees pitching star and early relief specialist died in a Hollis hospital at 65 Born May 20 1897 in Bonita Texas he starred with Babe Ruth as roommate and joined major leagues at nearly age 30 In 1927 he went 19 7 with a 228 ERA leading the league and helped the Yankees sweep the Pirates in four straight World Series games He later pitched for the Red Sox in 1931 32 rejoined the Yankees in 1932 final year 1933 retired 1940 returned to cotton farming Survivors include widow Grace three sons Cy Billy Frank Udell a daughter Mrs A Tom Sheid Funeral 3 p.m. Sunday First Methodist Church Hollis.
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Ortiz Vaillant Title Fight Postponed After Illness in Puerto Rico
Light weight champion Carlos Ortiz was hospitalized with gastroenteritis and the Ortiz Vaillant title bout in San Juan was postponed at least until Monday. Promoters reported about 100000 in advance sales. Ortiz’s illness prompted questions about rescheduling while Vaillant expressed concern for a sick opponent.
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Sanders Russell Honored At Alabama Celebration
Honor veteran driver Sanders Russell 42, who steered A. C.'s Viking to the Hambletonian victory last year, to celebrate at a high school auditorium with Viking owner A. C. Peterson among attendees. Los Angeles Angel pitchers completed only 23 games last season, a low AL figure, while Minnesota pitchers had 53 complete efforts. Bob Friend and Bob Gibson each threw five NL shutouts in 1962.
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Ayala Wins Grand National In 66-1 Upset At Aintree
Ayala the 66 to 1 longshot owned by London stylist Raymond wins the 12th Grand National by three quarters of a length over Carrickbeg. Jockey Pat Buckley, 19, knew he would ride Ayala only days before the race. Hawa's Song finishes third, Team Spirit fourth. Avenue Neuilly is destroyed. Carrickbeg earns top prize for owner Guy Kindersley. Ayala's upset nets $59,682.
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Reed's first major league homer ends longest game
Jack Reed belted a two run homer in the 22nd inning for the Yankees after a bunt attempt that was not signaled by Frankie Crosetti. The 9 to 7 win over Detroit capped the sport's longest game at seven hours with Reed playing as Mickey Mantle’s outfield replacement.
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Celtics Ready for Do-or-Die Game After Series Tied
Boston, sparked by Bill Russell's 26 points and 24 rebounds, won 125-102 at Cincinnati to even the best-of-seven playoff at 1-1. Coach Red Auerbach and playersstress fear and defense as the series shifts to Boston for a pivotal Sunday night confrontation.
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Sharp Looking Rookies In Camp In Cactus Country
In Tucson Arizona the Indians Cubs and Giants showcase rookies Tony Martinez Vic Davalillo John Bateman Brock Davis Rusty Staub Dave Morehead Ed Kirkpatrick and Nelson Mathews in spring training. Davalillo and Martinez lead the pack with strong defense hitting and speed while Bateman Davis and Mathews loom as openings for regular roles and Kirkpatrick impresses as a catcher. Legendary evaluator Walter Shannon weighs in on top prospects and their potential big league impact.
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Harb Wins After Elliott Engine Failures at Southeastern Race
In race ten, Elliott loses an engine in the second corner as Harb nips past after a spin to take the checkered flag. Bill Foster, in a Stewart Pontiac, finishes fifth, securing Harb the 25th starting position in the field.
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Candy Spots Bounces to Florida Derby Victory at Gulfstream
Rex Ellsworth's Candy Spots remained undefeated winning the $114,700 Florida Derby at Gulfstream Park in Miami. The chestnut colt beat Sky Wonder by four and a half lengths as Willie Shoemaker guided Candy Spots to a 1:50 and 3 5/ -second finish. Cool Prince and Gray Pet completed the top four in a field of eight. Sky Wonder paid $5.10 and $3.40, with Candy Spots returning $3.20, $2.70, and $2.30.
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Yankee Bobby Richardson steals 11 bases in 1962
Bobby Richardson of the Yankees stole 11 bases in 1962 and was caught nine times, highlighting his speed on the bases and his baserunning risk in that season.
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Jake Wood Sets Stolen Base Pace for Tigers
Detroit Tigers outfielder Jake Wood posted a strong stolen base ratio last season with 24 successful steals in 27 attempts, signaling top baserunning speed for the club.
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