Henry Weiss Rising as Hank Catches Up in Indians Race
The Yorks rival Yankees stumble as Hank Greenberg reshapes Cleveland toward a pennant. Indianapolis leads the American Association as Wertz adapts to first base and Dente anchors short. The Indians pursue Houtteman while Hal, Rosen, and Lopez push for late-season success.
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Major League Leaders American League Batting and Runs
American League batting leader Avila of Cleveland hits .337 with 350 at bats. Williams of Boston also among top batters. Doby of Cleveland leads runs. Minoso, Painepe, Chicago, has 17 triples. Jensen of Boston Turley of Baltimore notable in stolen bases.
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Baseball Statistics Snapshot From AL League Leaders
In a partial season update Snider leads runs batted in with 119 for Cincinnati while Kluszewski has 44 home runs. Mueller and Mays pace hits with 183 and 12 respectively. Bruton shows bases and Jonelli posts 12 decisions with an .833 save rate.
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Webster Tops Canadian Pro Rushing Lead
Webster leads the Canadian pro circuit with 159 rushing yards after two games. He gained 83 yards in a win over Ottawa, as Montreal defeated the Ders 21 to 2. Teammates Ray Peaone and a York Cant aigner from Belleville vie for scoring with zero and none respectively.
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Tourists Smokies Win Opener In Tri State Playoffs
Asheville Tourists defeated Greenville 4 1 behind Sal Olivo a 400 foot two run homer in the fourth with Ralph Mauriello driving in also two. Mauriello struck out 12 in relief. Knoxville beat Spartanburg and will host the second game as Asheville hosts the other series opener.
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Giants Dominate Phillies Behind Irvin RBI Double
Mortie Irvin of the New York Giants doubled home two runs in the lth inning as New York defeated Philadelphia 3-1. Rubén Gomez earned his 14th win, pitching 10 1 3 innings for the Giants in their 3-1 victory.
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FIGHTS LAST NIGHT By The Associated Press
The report lists boxing results with fighters and weights including Salas of Phoenix and Lauderdale of Miami, outpoints and scores from Miami Beach and St Albans bouts.
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Williams Poised To Win AL Batting Crown Despite Injury
Ted Williams remains the betting favorite to win the American League batting title this season despite an injury interrupted start. He leads with a .358 average, ahead of Bobby Avila at .397 on 350 at bats, while the rule requires 400 official at bats to qualify for the title.
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Gulfstream Park Targets $100000 Classic March 26
Gulfstream Park racing officials push to attract top thoroughbreds for a $100,000 event set for March 26 as part of a major wagering weekend. The card aims to boost the meet’s profile with high stakes and strong fields.
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Lindstrom sets Giants hitting streak mark in 1930
Freddy Lindstrom established the New York Giants single season consecutive hitting streak with 24 games in 1930, setting a franchise record for reaching base with a hit.
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