Hot Rod Hundley Finds Spotlight with Phoenix Suns Voice
Phoenix sports profile centers on Hot Rod Hundley, longtime Lakers and Hearn sidekick now the Suns color announcer. The piece notes his gravel voice, storytelling style, and offbeat humor boosting fan interest, with Johnny Kerr as No. 2, and Hundley planning a tell‑all book.
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Dodgers and Reds in tight West Division race preview
The Dodgers and Reds battle for position in the Western Division as season games loom. Dodgers sit mid-pack, behind Atlanta, with Cleveland and San Diego slated to host key openers. Bil Singer meets Jim McGrathlin while Don Sutton faces Wayne Simpson as Alan Foster starts against the Padres. Ostoon to make his third opening night start. Dodger official remarks on the opener.
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Tresvant Key for Lakers in Sixth Game Semifinal
John Tresvant, a 6-4 7-2 forward, is starting for the Lakers in game six of the Western Division semifinal against the Suns. Once a journeyman insurance pick, he has impressed coach Mullaney by guarding Connie Hawkins and slowing key Suns scorers, with Suns favored by recent wins but Lakers seeking the upset.
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Milwaukee Miracle Inspires Brewers Opening Day Hopes
Milwaukee embraces baseball revival as Brewers arrive from Tempe spring training. A 4,000 crowd greeted the team at Pfister Hotel with cheers for Rick Reichardt and speculation on a Reichardt-Harper trade. Andy Messersmith faces Lew Krausse as Milwaukee hosts Seattle in the opener amid 40s weather and strong fan interest.
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LBCC '57 Honored At Lakewood Banquet
The Long Beach City College basketball team, Metropoli tan Conference champions and state runners up, will be honored at a Thursday banquet at Lakewood Country Club. Team awards will be given, including the Norm Meager Viking of the Year trophy.
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Bucs Take Win to Pull Ahead of Stars in A B A West
In New Orleans the Buccaneers beat the Carolina Cougars 111 to 106 to strengthen their hold on a playoff spot in the ABA West division. Stars remain in the race with their narrow loss on the road.
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NHL unrest as Wings playoff system draws fire
Unrest spreads through the NHL after Detroit’s playoff bid is questioned following a 9-6 loss to New York. Boston fans clash over playoff tickets while Bobby Orr clinches the scoring title with 120 points. Clarence Campbell investigates Detroit coach Sid Abel as Montreal GM Pollock faults ownership apathy.
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