Baseball Standings and Results From Midweek Games
National League batting leaders and pitchers dominate the page with team results. St. Louis beat New York 4–0 while Pittsburgh topped Philadelphia 3–1 and Atlanta defeated Cincinnati 8–5. Houston and San Francisco shut out their opponents, and Los Angeles beat San Diego 2–0.
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Hogs fix mistakes before Tulsa game in Fayetteville
Arkansas coach Frank Broyles said the Razorbacks made many mistakes in a 1% hour workout. He noted plays were repeated wasting time. Scott Bull will again start at fullback with Drew Toole handling punting. Center Stuart Freeland missed practice with a bruised knee but should return Thursday.
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Orioles Pennant Hopes Fade After 3-0 Loss
Baltimore's playoff chances dim after a 3-0 defeat by the Cleveland Indians as Boston pulls ahead in the AL East race. Earl Weaver concedes mathematical elimination may come with three Boston wins or Baltimore losses. Meanwhile New York slips after a 6-5 loss to Detroit. Oakland wins a twin bill to tighten West race. Chicago falls closer to elimination. Gaylord Perry improves to 23rd win amid rain delay and gritty control.
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Tulsa finds solution to punting problems
University of Tulsa coach Claude Gibson says punting woes are solved after considering unorthodox options including deep returns and shotgun or quick kicks. Freshman Wayne Mann was named No 2 punter. Linebacker Allan Jones will handle snaps against Arkansas. Tulsa seeks revenge after last year’s 21 20 win at Fayetteville.
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Bench and Aaron chase home run records in Atlanta win
Hank Aaron and Johnny Bench powered the Braves past the Reds 8-5 as Aaron hit his 33rd and 672nd career homer and Bench collected his 40th to lead the majors with 122 RBIs as Pittsburgh topped Philadelphia 3-1 and other NL games unfolded. Cash, back from a Labor Day thumb fracture, contributed two hits for the Pirates in their win.
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Solunar Schedule From Knight Tables For Outdoor Plans
Solunar periods are listed from Richard Alden Knight's Solunar Tables. The schedule guides fishing and hunting timing to maximize success, advising planning days to fish in good territory or hunt in good cover according to specific Sarees or time blocks.
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World Hockey Association fights over players and courts
The WHA lured Bobby Hull from the NHL with a 2.75 million contract, triggering a player exodus and a wave of lawsuits over the reserve clause. J. C. Tremblay Gerry Cheevers Derek Sanderson and Johnny McKenzie followed. About 60 NHL players signed WHA deals for 1972 as legal battles with the NHL intensify.
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Cats Clash with Malvern In Hammons Stadium
ALAN FOSTER previews the Hope versus Malvern game in 7AA at Hammons Stadium. Malvern, ranked 12th in the state and undefeated in conference play, features explosive offense and tough defense. The Hope Bobcats share the top conference spot and face a pivotal showdown that could decide the race.
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Young talent drives SWC football success this year
AP reports SWC teams showcase fresh talent boosting a 11-4 intersectional football record. Transfers and freshmen like Texas Tech’s George Smith and Cliff Hoskins spark rushing. A&M plans to start three freshmen. Baylor’s Dancer shines. Arkansas State notes sharper passing but needs more work.
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