Opening of the 1963 World Series Yankees Versus Dodgers
Bill Hodges previews the 1963 World Series opener at Yankee Stadium with Whitey Ford facing Sandy Koufax. Experts debate the outcome as the Yankees seek a title run backed by strong infield defense, power, and pitching, while Dodgers’ edge lies in pitching. If Dodgers win, the series could go six. otherwise five may suffice for New York.
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Christiansen In as 49ers Mentor After Hickey Resigns
Red Hickey quit after a 45-14 loss to Minnesota and Jack Christiansen was named head coach for the remaining 11 games. Christiansen, former Lions defensive back and current 49ers coach for the defensive backs, promised to use a similar system and urged hustling play. Fans worry after 14 seasons without a divisional title, weak attendance, and a Brodie sore arm while the team searches for a win.
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Koufax Sets Opener Despite Cold in Dodgers Yankees Clash
Dodgers ace Sandy Koufax will start the World Series opener at Yankee Stadium after a reported cold, with Whitey Ford slated to pitch for the Yankees in a matchup shaping a pitching duel. Manager Walter Alston and Yankee skipper Ralph Houk discuss lineup tweaks, injuries, and the Dodgers’ speed and defense. Mantle and Maris progress as the clubs anticipate a tight, pitching dominated series.
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Series Facts And Figures From The World Series
The Associated Press provides series basics for the Yankees and Dodgers with stadiums Yankee Stadium capacity 72000 and Dodger Stadium 56000. Best of seven schedule lists October dates at both venues with open dates and radio TV via NBC. Opening day pitchers Whitey Ford and Sandy Koufax highlighted along with team World Series records and past results.
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Banks Should Be Improved Banks Should Be Improved
CHICAGO AP Ernie Banks star Cubs first baseman is expected to rebound in 1964 after a down 1963 by hitting .297 with 18 homers and 64 RBIs. He missed the final month as doctors found a subclinical mumps condition plus a blood infection leaving him run down. Banks vows to be ready next season.
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Optimistic Terps Coach Seeks Frontline Help
Maryland coach Tom Nugent, upbeat after a setback, says he is still looking for football players as the Terrapins prepare for ACC leader Duke in the Tobacco Festival Games in Richmond. Duke, led by Scotty Glacken, aims to exploit defensive gaps while Maryland pins hopes on Shiner and Chiaverini to spark the backfield.
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Lombardi Puzzled By Packers Errors In 3 Games
Green Bay coach Vince Lombardi voiced confusion over a spike in mental and physical miscues after three games this season. He noted a dramatic rise from last year’s low turnover rate as the Packers seek a third straight NFL title, with Baltimore game mistakes cited but a 31 20 win preserved. Willie Davis suggested nerves and overexertion as a factor while the team sits in a tight Western Division race behind the Bears and Vikings.
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Haywart and Fernando Stop Opponents in City Boxing Cards
In Philadelphia Haywart stop Percy Manning in the 149 pound class with Manning listed at 146 percent while in Tokyo Fernando stops Kazuo Takayama in the 13234 pound division. The card marks two decisive victories by Haywart and Fernando amid a mixed results event.
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Lamar McHan Joins 49ers as Brodie Recovery Continues
Red wood City California AP Lamar McHan arrives to back up or challenge No 1 quarterback John Brodie who is sidelined by an off season arm injury McHan a former Chicago Cardinal and Green Bay Packer played his last two seasons in Baltimore and had been placed on waivers last week
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