Mays Says Goodbye to Baseball Today
Willie Mays, baseball’s Say Hey kid, announces retirement at 11:30 a.m. EDT news conference at Shea Stadium. The 42-year-old, plagued by injuries this season, ends a 22-year career with the Mets after being acquired from the Giants on May 11, 1972 in a deal reportedly worth $100,000 to $200,000.
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National League and American League East standings and results
Baseball standings show Pittsburgh leading the NL East with 75 wins. Baltimore tops the AL East at 89 wins. Montreal and New York split records, with Chicago and Milwaukee in the middle pack. Wednesday results feature Chicago over Montreal and Boston edging New York, while Philadelphia stopped St. Louis. Thursday’s slate includes Oakland blanking Minnesota and Montreal at Chicago in a rain of scores.
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Herod tops Monday league with 256 in Trade Winds Classic
Daniel Herod of Hope bowled 256 in the first Monday Night Classic League sponsored by Trade Winds Motel. He is the grandson of former Bobcat coach Foy Hammons, linking a family bowling legacy to the regional event.
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1973 Hope Bobkittens Football Team Roster
The 1973 Hope Bobkittens football squad is listed with players in three rows plus coach Jim Duncan and managers Johnny Palmer and Billy Williams. Names include Chris Cagle Bobby Frazier Dwain Mayfield Bruce Huddleston Herman Muldrew Robert Pace Edwin Connery Brad Joyce Elvin Davis David Jones Alvin Davis Dwight Stone Charles Jester Britt Henry Jim Stewart Britt Monts David Sisson Mike Barnes Lavenski Smith Reginald Muldrew Johnny Campbell Dick Harris Billy Bob Butler Charles Harris Brian Cox Richard Scott Tommy Waters Allen Hollis Larry Coffee David Scott Jimmy Johnson Larry Smith Sammy Clark Rickey Bennett Jay Rowe Rickey Orr Wyatt McGraw Tracy Coleman Steve Cox Darrell Flowers.
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Ryan registers 19th victory of season in twinbill win
Pitcher Nolan Ryan tied and surpassed records as he earned his 19th win of the season with a five-hitter and 24th complete game in California's 6-2 win over the Texas Rangers. He spoke of remaining unsatisfied if he breaks strikeout marks without 20 wins.
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Jones Leads Mets Past Pirates with Two Homers
Mets outfielder Cleon Jones hit two home runs to power New York to a 7-3 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates. The victory tightens the NL East race with New York just 1 2 games behind the Pirates as Montreal and Chicago also stay within reach.
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Bobcats tackle tough Arkadelphia loss hopes fade
Gaylord Solomon notes Arkadelphia defeat left Bobcats emotionally exhausted with injuries and leadership gaps. He cites strong week of practice and support needed from fans as Fairview visits town to face a veteran, balanced opponent after a taxing Friday night game.
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Ruth's widow wishes Aaron luck in home run chase
Babe Ruth's widow said she wished Hank Aaron success as he nears Ruth's 714 lifetime home runs. She recalled the Babe as both a gregarious star and a modest man who disliked crowds, stressing his belief he was just lucky and not great.
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Solunar Tables From Richard Alden Knight's Work
Schedule of Solunar Periods printed from Knight's Solunar Tables guides anglers and hunters to plan days for prime fishing and hunting. The table advises using periods to maximize sport opportunities and good cover behavior.
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