Mets miss pennant as Aaron falls short of Ruth record
The Mets split a doubleheader with the Cubs failing to clinch the NL East while Aaron had four chances to tie Babe Ruth's 714 home runs but went hitless in crucial at bats. Mets win 9-2 in game two, opener 1-0. Cardinals, Pirates win to stay in chase.
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Baseball scores and schedules from a crowded recap
Summary of late season MLB results with multiple games across cities. Key scores include Houston 5 Atlanta 3 in Chicago 1-2, New York 0-9 Pittsburgh 10 Montreal 2, St. Louis 3 Philadelphia 1, San Diego 4 Cincinnati 3, and California 3 Minnesota 0. Monday’s slate features San Diego at Pittsburgh, New York Seaver 18-10 hosting Detroit, and Boston vs Milwaukee.
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Catskills deer management to offer 14650 permits
In Albany a new deer management plan will issue 14 650 permits across seven Catskills units this fall. The program aims to regulate hunting by allowing party sizes from three to four, depending on unit conditions and winter abundance.
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Yanks fall as Tigers win for season finale
The Yankees lose 8-5 to Detroit to end a rough season. Ralph Houk resigns as Yankees manager while Eddie Kasko is fired as Red Sox manager after finishing second. Darrell Johnson named Red Sox skipper for next season. Milwaukee, Oakland, Minnesota, Texas, and Kansas City results noted. Yankee Stadium to undergo $34 million modernization over two years.
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Aaron misses Ruth record as season ends in Atlanta
Henry Aaron watched his bid for Babe Ruth 714 homers fall short in the final game of the 1973 season at Atlanta Stadium. He lined three singles off Houston pitcher Dave Roberts and ended the year at 40 homers and a .301 average as fans saluted him with a three minute standing ovation.
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Olympic Congress Opens With Tehran Bid Clouded By Moscow
Varna Bulgaria AP The Olympic Congress opens with Tehran weighing a 1980 bid amid bids for amateurism changes and more IOC power. Iran claims a $200 million sports complex for Asian Games, while Moscow is the only early applicant.
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Downtown WSOPE Merchants Plot Sealed
Rumors swirl about a major downtown WSOPE merchants initiative. Officials urge public patience as details remain under wraps and a formal announcement is expected in upcoming papers.
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