Yanks end two year skid with Hart and Medich
The New York Yankees snapped a seven game losing streak to Milwaukee 5-2 as Jim Ray Hart drove in two runs with a single and a double and rookie George Medich earned his first major league win with help from Lindy McDaniel. Hart, fresh from the Giants, is batting .615 in 13 at bats since the trade. The Astros extended their win streak to five behind Dave Roberts and Doug Rader, while the Angels blanked the A’s 4-0 and the Pirates beat the Padres 2-0 in the NL action.
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Times have changed for Pete Rose
Cincinnati slugger Pete Rose opens the season with a scorching .345 average and 23 hits, aiming for back to back NL batting titles and a return to 200 hits this year. He contends 3,000 is his lifelong target while eyeing a possible 2,000th hit in June.
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Vermilion River Canoe Races Kick Off Fifth Year
Enthusiasts explored rapid running styles from poised form to aggressive up-and-at-'em techniques in Ohio at the fifth annual Vermilion River Canoe Races. Kayakers reported the awash-but-ready feeling while others faced the perennial dilemma of what to do next as splashes colored the event photographed by Pete Groh.
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NBA Draft Court Battle Over 76ers Equity
A federal judge blocked a last minute move by the Philadelphia 76ers to stop the NBA draft amid the Brisker case. The 76ers sought to overturn Seattle’s first round pick and related selections but the court refused a temporary restraining order as teams negotiate trades and draft positions. Kevin Loughery resigns as 76ers coach to join the New York Nets amid rumors of a No. 1 pick trade with Chicago for Clifford Ray and other terms.
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Warriors spark comeback with 117-109 win over Lakers
Cazzie Russell scored 33 points in 28 minutes to lift the Golden State Warriors past the Los Angeles Lakers 117-109 in Oakland. Nate Thurmond added 23 points and 18 rebounds as the series lead remained 3-1 with a potential rematch looming at the Lakers' home court. Russell subbed in for Rick Barry early, hitting six straight jumpers.
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Brewers edge Midland in 10th inning win
The San Antonio Brewers beat the Midland Cubs 4-3 on a bases loaded single by designated hitter Coby Johnson in the bottom of the 10th. Shreveport Captains rallied past the Memphis Blues 7-5 with three ninth inning runs. Arkansas Travelers beat the Alexandria Aces 7-3, their sixth straight loss. El Paso Amarillo game was rained out.
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Baseball Standings and Schedule Snapshot
National League East standings show Pittsburgh and Chicago leading. New York Philadelphia Montreal and St Louis follow. West teams include San Francisco Cincinnati Houston Los Angeles San Diego and Atlanta. Scheduled games list Houston 2 San Diego 0 and multiple upcoming matchups across the league.
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Walton the enigma who loves the UCLA Bruins
AP profile of Bill Walton emphasizes his philosophy to play for team success rather than individual glory. The College Player of the Year explains his life approach, his role in UCLA's winning streak, and his stance on media scrutiny and the Olymics. He looks ahead to a U S Russia series and a return to UCLA next season.
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Hope Banquet to Feature Frank Broyles as Keynote
Frank Broyles head football coach at the University of Arkansas will speak at the Hope Athletic Banquet on April 28. The event, in the high school cafeteria with the awards in the auditorium, offers 3 tickets for the banquet and program and 1.50 for the program. Program tickets available at the door and from Colon y Shoppe House of Music Anderson-Frazier Citizens Natl Bank First Natl Bank Greening-Ellis Herbert Burns.
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Playoff Schedule and Scores Western Conference Semis
NBA playoffs show Golden State 117 Los Angeles 109 as Western Conference semifinal action. No games scheduled Wednesday. Eastern Conference features New York at Boston 7 30 p m with New York leading 3 1 and Golden State at Los Angeles if necessary. ABA playoffs Eastern Division Kentucky at Carolina 8 p m with Carolina leading 3 2. Wednesday's games listed.
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Solunar Tables Schedule From Knight's Tables
Solunar Periods printed below derive from Richard Alden Knight's SOLUNAR TABLES and guide readers to plan days for fishing in productive zones or hunting in favorable cover to maximize sport during each day’s best periods.
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Hawks command advantage in tonight's game
Chicago holds a 3-1 lead in the Stanley Cup semifinal against the New York Rangers. Tony Esposito has stymied the Rangers as the Hawks seek a decisive fifth game and a shot at the Canadiens in the final.
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Angels Blank A's As May Sharp, Robinson Drives Win
Rudy May pitched a five hitter and Frank Robinson drove in two with a run scoring single as the California Angels defeated the world champion Oakland A's 4-0. The Halos broke through in the third inning sending winless John Odom to his fourth defeat after Bobby Valentine singled and Vada Pinson doubled for the first run. Robinson added a two run single, and Billy Grabarkewitz tripled in the fourth with Art Kusnyer adding a sacrifice fly for the final run.
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Carroll and Quarry Fight Ends In Draw At MSG Felt Forum
Hal Carroll 32 year old veteran making his New York debut fought Mike Quarry to a 10 round draw at Madison Square Garden Felt Forum. Carroll landing solid left hooks and rights controlled much of the bout while Quarry ranked third by the WBA struggled to use his usual footwork and fought in close.
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