Bibby Throws Rangers First Ever No-Hitter in Oakland
Jim Bibby, a former Mets farmhand who began with Nolan Ryan, pitched the Texas Rangers to a 60 win over the Oakland A’s, striking out 13. The no-hitter was the Rangers’ first since moving to Texas, the first at the Oakland Coliseum by an opponent, and Bibby’s first ever.
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Baseball Tonight Section Fixtures and Standings
Tuesday and Wednesday games listed across leagues with multiple matchups including Jenkins and Guro for Star Only, Twitchell and Lonborg for Philadelphia, plus Norman Grimsley pacing Cincinnati and Mor ton Niekro in Atlanta. Standings show American League East tight with New York Baltimore Boston Detroit Milwaukee and Cleveland. West features Oakland Kansas City Minnesota Chicago California Texas. Monday results summary included for several pairs.
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Broncos Trade Maslowski to Vikings in Cash Deal
In shifting NFL moves, the Denver Broncos traded wide receiver Matt Maslowski to the Minnesota Vikings for an undisclosed cash amount. The sports brief also notes Chicago White Sox GM change, WHA PR director resignation, Jake Milford's Kings hire, and a Bowling Open semifinalist lead.
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Bibby tosses a no hitter as Rangers rout A's 6-0
Texas pitcher Jim Bibby strikes out 13 and throws his first no hitter in a 6-0 win over Oakland. Jeff Burroughs hits a grand slam and Bill Sudakis adds a solo shot in the first inning. Rangers owner Bob Short awards Bibby a $5,000 raise. Vida Blue is scuffled for Oakland as other AL results include White Sox over Twins 9-1, Red Sox over Yankees 4-3, Tigers over Orioles 4-3.
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Davis Cup Challenge Matches Open in North Little Rock
Erik van Dillen struggles in a challenge with Tom Gorman as the U S team prepares for the American Zone Finals at Burns Park. Stan Smith is likely to play singles and doubles with Van Dillen as partner, while Gorman or Dick Stockton vie for the other singles spot. Chilean players Jaime Fillol and Pat Cornejo are also training ahead of the ties starting Friday.
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Girls tennis opens in Little Rock national championships
The U S Lawn Tennis Association girls 14 and 12 national championships start in Little Rock after a Monday rain postponement. Two rounds of singles are set for today to reestablish the schedule. One doubles round was completed Monday as the top seed in the 14 and under bracket was upset while the other three top seeds won. Susan Gibson of Miami Florida leads among competitors.
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Phillies blank Pirates 1 0 in Monday night tilt
Phillies pitcher Steve Carlton joined by catcher Bob Boone and umpire John McSherry produced a 1 0 shutout of the Pirates. Carlton struck out 10 in a six hitter, despite a seventh inning scare when a ball deflected off McSherry and allowed two runners to reach. Cubs 3 Cards 1 Dodgers 5 Giants 2 Expos 1 Mets 0 Braves 7 Astros 3 AL scores noted. Betty Harrison teams win in ABA and tennis youth championships detailed.
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Republicans win congressional caper in GOP victory scene
GOP lawmakers routed Democrats 12 4 in the annual Capitol Hill baseball game leaving the series 11 1 in favor of Republicans. Rep Bob Michel earned his 11th win with two innings of relief, Mizell played center field in exile, and Birch Bayh led Democrats with two RBI as Secretaries on Capitol Hill cheered from the sidelines.
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Bills optimism from Simpson boosts season outlook
NFL star O J Simpson, fresh from a viral illness, exudes early season optimism for Buffalo. He believes improved line play with Reggie McKenzie Donnie Green and Dave Foley will boost rushing yards after four losing seasons with the Bills.
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Clint Jones Captures Hope Club Golf Championship
Clint Jones won the Hope Country Club Golf Championship by one stroke with a final 36 hole score of 150, finishing ahead of Mitchell LaGrone on 151. Flight winners included Bill Austin Hugh Reese Jimmy Jones Buddy Jordan Terry Hairr Jerry Alexander, with a banquet set for August 2 at 7 p.m. and reservations via C R Middlebrooks.
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Solunar Tables Guide for Daily Sport Timing
The schedule of Solunar Periods is printed from Richard Alden Knight's SOLUNAR TABLES. Plan your days to fish in good territory or hunt in good cover during these times to maximize sport potential.
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