Oakland A's can clinch West title at home Wednesday
The Oakland Athletics aim to clinch the American League West pennant with a doubleheader against the Chicago White Sox after Tuesday’s 2-0 loss in Kansas City delayed celebrations. Monty Montgomery, 19, won in his major league debut, relieving Paul Splittorff in the fourth.
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Pitt Player Lineman of Week Star of Hope 1899: Press 1927
Pitt University lineman Ralph Cindrich earned AP Lineman of the Week after eight tackles two fumbles recovered for TDs in Pitt 29 UCLA 25. The Avella, Pennsylvania native, a 6 foot 1 inch, 228 pound senior, previously battled knee injuries and surgeries in 1968 69 and 70 before this standout opening game performance.
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Rest of Loop Sets Dodgers Giants Showdown in NL West
Dodgers win 6-5 over the Giants on Manny Mota's three run pinch double in the ninth, extending their streak to eight straight and giving them a 12-6 season edge over San Francisco. Giants manager Charlie Fox laments missed outs but vows to keep fighting with 14 games left.
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Kodes Upsets Ashe to Reach Open Final
Czech player Dan Kodes upset third seed Arthur Ashe 76 36 46 63 64 at the U S Open in Forest Hills. Kodes will meet Stan Smith in the rain delayed final as Ashe’s bid for a second Open title ends amid wet conditions and a lingering drizzle.
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Southland names Lauterbach offensive player of week
BEAUMONT Abilene Christian sophomore quarterback Kon Lauterbach was named Southland Conference offensive player of the week after going 10 of 13 for 214 yards and three touchdowns in a 63 20 win over McMurry last Saturday. Defensive end Chip Marcum of the Wildcasts won defensive player honors with 11 tackles and three fumble recoveries. Portland Trail Blazers waived 6 foot 9 Ed Manning, 27, a four year NBA veteran, on Tuesday.
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Humor and anecdotes spice NFL luncheon quotes
NFL humor colors a Minnesota Vikings fan luncheon with quips from Gary Cuozzo and Ron Yary about blocking and speed. Garo Yepremian practices kicks in rough terrain, Don Shula explains the weekly mud drill, and Chargers fund high school programs with a stadium workout. Also notes: U.S. Open tickets go on sale, Minnesota Twins end Auburn affiliate, Syracuse and Temple renew 1972 rivalry.
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