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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1972
Page
2
Boston catcher Carlton Fisk drives in three on a three run homer as Boston defeats California 8-2. Fisk shout radiates in AL races with a .307 average and .631 slugging, while rookie component Lynn McGlothen earns the win.
Oakland’s Vida Blue misses the All Star Game as Earl Weaver names a nine man staff led by Mickey Lolich and Gaylord Perry. Also named are Wilbur Wood Ken Holtzman Dave McNally Jim Palmer Pat Dobson Nolan Ryan and Jim Hunter with several players making first or repeated appearances.
Bill Robinson doubled in the winning run in the 11th inning to lift the Philadelphia Phillies past the San Diego Padres 3-2. The hit came off Clay Kirby with Denny Doyle aboard on a two-out single, breaking a 2-2 tie after Doyle started the rally.
The East leads with Detroit and Baltimore atop the AL, while the West sees Oakland, Kansas City, and California strong. Recent results include Boston 8 California 2, New York 13 Minnesota 3, and Detroit 2 Chicago 3 with many games upcoming and season leaders highlighted in batting and pitching.
Solunar Periods are listed from Richard Alden Knight's SOLUNAR TABLES. Plan days to fish in good territory or hunt in good cover during these times to maximize sport each day.
University of Oregon guard Tom Drougas agreed to terms late Wednesday night at the Baltimore Colts training camp in Tampa Florida. The Colts announced a multi year contract. Other moves include Redskins acquiring Alvin Haymond from the Rams for a future pick and Cardinals trading Bill Atessis to the Patriots for a future pick. Duane Thomas reported to the Dallas Cowboys after a physical. Rod Carpenter of the Bengals sustained cuts needing stitches and will be out several days. Bill Peterson moved from guard to tackle with the Oilers and Eagles scheduled a rookie scrimmage with the Redskins in Reading Pennsylvania. Namath received permission to delay camp appearance until Monday.
Ama rillo erupted for six runs in the seventh inning to hand the Arkansas Travelers an 8 to 3 defeat in Texas League action. Five of Amarillo's runs were unearned due to two Travelers errors. Arkansas led 2 0 after one inning, Amarillo tied it in the third, and Amarillo pulled away with a big seventh inning. Bob Forsch took the loss, dropping to 7 5.
New York Rangers players Brad Park and Walt Tkaczuk reportedly signed multi year, high value deals as the WHA lures top talent away from the NHL. Park's five year 200000 dollar annual pact and Tkaczuk's similar terms raise salaries above the league’s norms. Vic Hadfield may follow with a comparable offer as NHl teams face the WHA funding model used to attract talent.
Pete Rose leads Cincinnati Reds as they beat the Chicago Cubs 6-1 to open a six-game NL West lead. The team touts speed over power and features Rose Perez and Tolan with key hits. Pirates hammer Braves as Hank Aaron ties Babe Ruth 659 home runs with one team.
Muhammad Ali stops Detroit's Blue Lewis in the 11th round by TKO in Croker Park Dublin. Ali, weighing 217+1⁄2 pounds, improves to seven straight wins in his comeback while facing a head cold. promoter payouts total $235,000.
Jackie Robinson selected an all black team of five infielders and three outfielders plus catchers and pitchers. The list includes Buck Leonard Marvin Wright Willie Wells Hank Thompson Hank Aaron Willie Mays Cool Papa Bell Josh Gibson Roy Campanella Satchel Paige Don Newcombe and manager Jim Gilliam. Robinson noted the omission of himself from the lineup.
LA pitcher Claude Osteen outpitched Tom Seaver with a six hitter to lead the Dodgers past the Mets 5 to 0. Osteen improved to 10-7 after a 3-0 lead in the fourth inning, notching his third shutout of the season as Seaver took the loss.
Malvern 13-14 year olds overwhelmed Sheridan 18 to 1 at Legion Field as West pitched a one run no hit victory while Thomason took the loss. Malvern will face Hope in Friday finals. Texarkana 15 year olds eliminated Sheridan 6 0 with Shimpods throwing complete game. Graham allowed two hits. Texarkana moves to loser bracket to meet Clark County Thursday at 8 3 p.m. Hope and Malvern remain unbeaten and meet Thursday at 6 p.m. for a finals shot.
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