Major league roundup: National League East and leaders
National League East standings show Pittsburgh atop with 64 wins, New York 55, Chicago 54, St. Louis 50, Montreal 45, Philadelphia 39. West leaders include Cincinnati 62 and Houston 58, with Los Angeles 53 and San Francisco 46. Monday results included Pittsburgh at Montreal rained out and Cincinnati defeating Atlanta 9-1. Leaders highlight Aaron Nolan and Frank Robinson? Note: omit unclear items.
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U S Davis Cup Beats Spain Amid Noisy Crowd
The United States edged Spain 3-2 in Barcelona to set up a Challenge Round against Romania led by Ilie Nastase. Stan Smith clinched the series with a straight win over Spain’s Gilbert before crowd disruptions and service troubles influenced play.
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Mortal side of baseball's immortals
New York report lists Hall of Fame inductees and mocks records of stars like Early Wynn Cy Young Ty Cobb Babe Ruth and Mickey Mantle. It notes extreme career marks including most walks most hits allowed and most strikeouts while highlighting dubious feats of Ivy Wingo and various errors by Hall of Famers.
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Mathews Debut as Braves Manager Faded by Reds Loss
Cincinnati routed Atlanta 9-1 on national TV as Eddie Mathews faced his managerial debut. Denis Menke and Joe Morgan powered the Reds with eight RBIs, Morgan homering for his 14th this season. Cardinals outlasted Mets 3-2 in 13 innings. other scores noted. San Diego names ABA team the Conquistadors with Cabrillo emblem and navy red gold colors.
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Yogi Berra among eight inducted into Hall of Fame
In Cooperstown, Yogi Berra led a star studded Hall of Fame ceremony with Sandy Koufax among eight legends inducted. Bowing to the crowd, Berra spoke through tears about his parents and thanked baseball as Gibson Harridge Youngs were honored posthumously. More than 9,000 fans attended the Hall of Fame game at Doubleday Field.
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Belanger Delivers as Orioles Beat Brewers in Tight Game
Orioles won 4 2 behind Mark Belanger s sixth inning two run double that sparked the rally after Mike Cuellar struggled with no fastball. Earl Weaver noted Cuellar had nothing and Doyle Alexander finished the save as Milwaukee left with a loss.
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Colts Maintain Contender Status After Ownership Change
Baltimore, AP reports the Colts remain contenders as new owner and GM take charge. John Thomas rapid moves include nine signings and a trade. Unitas, still No. 1 at 39, anchors a deep, veteran defense led by Bubba Smith and Mike Curtis. A fifth championship hinges on quarterback stability and continued strong play.
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Fischer Faces Setback As Spassky Wins Game Eleven
REYKJAVIK Iceland AP Bobby Fischer will be playing mean tonight as he and Boris Spassky prepare for their 12th game. Fischer was crushed by Spassky in 31 moves Sunday trimming the match lead to 6 1 2–4 1 2. Spassky’s 11th game comeback drew high praise from grandmasters and prompted speculation the champion remains in top form. Fischer, seeking six points to title, complained of noise at his seaside villa and officials said ventilation noise may be the culprit.
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