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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Apr 07, 1976

Page

13

Williams Hurls Two-Hitter In Lakewood Victory

Williams struck out 11 and held Millikan to two hits as Lakewood beat Millikan 4-0 at Maé Boyar Park. The win places Lakewood in a Friday Moore League showdown with Blair Field rival Wilson, atop the standings with a 7-2 mark. Jordan defeated Poly 4-2 at Blair Field, while Compton fell to Wilson 6-2. Patterson, Smith, and Thurston led Wilson with two hits each, while Fauland fanned 11 for Poly.

Stan Williams Lakewood High Millikan Maé Boyar Park Wilson Compton Blair Field Lancers Bruins Jordan Poly Jackrabbits Williams Willi Terry Kassien Chris Smith Ron Yhurston Collin Simons Simons Thurston Ed Williams Panther Herb Fauland Fanland Une Mike Cochran Cochran Ad

Bonds OK or Out Five Weeks As Angels Decide

The Angels determine today if outfielder Bobby Bonds will play Friday night against Oakland or be sidelined five weeks. The cast comes off his right hand and X-rays will show if the third finger fracture is old or new. A new break would sideline him for five weeks. Pitcher Mickey Scott is on the 21 day disabled list with a pinched nerve, opening a temporary bullpen spot for rookie Sid Monge or Paul Hartzell.

Angels Bobby Bonds Oakland Bonds Roger Mickey Scott Sid Monge Paul Hartzell

Angels Conclude Cactus League Season With 3 1 Victory

Don Kirkwood pitched seven strong innings to earn a 3-1 win over San Francisco as the Angels wrapped up the Cactus League schedule. The club plans Kirkwood as their No 3 starter behind Tanana and Ryan while Andy Hassler eyes a fourth rotation spot. Hector Torres drove in a run and Bruce Bochte added a triple as Los Angeles prepared for USC tonight at the Big A.

Dalton Mess Ersmith Don Kirkwood San Francisco Angels Kirkwood Frank Tanana Nolan Ryan Redman Hector Torres Bruce Bochte USC Andy Hassler Trojans Angels - Sah Kstaad Trom‘aart Lutad Matthews Torres Roomte Workwood

Kings Clinch Playoff Win After Tough Atlanta Clash

Kings survive a hard fought series opener with Atlanta. Williams notes focus on next game, while Murphys admits fatigue from a physical contest. Rogie Vachon surrendered a rare goal as Corrigan’s disputed kick was ruled in.

Kings Toronto Williams King Mike Murphy Atlanta

Strike threat looms at Bay Area tracks over contracts

Thoroughbred racing facility officials say they may operate Saturday without a contract if near a deal. SEIU locals 280 395 193 and 102 plus a parimutuel workers union press for higher wages health benefits and job protections. A strike could shutter Hollywood Park Golden Gate Fields Ray Meadows Bay Area tracks and Los Alawhites harness meeting.

Service Ray Meadows San Francisco Bay Area Los Alawhites Califtrnia

Rams draft strategy and expansion picks discussed

Polom and team officials discuss Rams plans after the expansion draft and the upcoming NFL draft. They expect two cornerbacks and a tight end, assess Seattle and Tampa moves, weigh Selmon and Muncie prospects, and note the late draft date affecting spring scouting and first five rounds selections.

Pollom Rams Chuck Knox Don Klosterman Chuck Mike Curtis Baltimore Ken Geddes Eddie McMillan Tampa Seattle Oklahoma Leroy Selmon Muncie Notre Dame Steve) Niehaus Jack Patera

Dusty Baker Seeks Consistency With Dodgers After Braves Trade

Dusty Baker explains why he favored the Dodgers after a four-player deal sending Wynn, Lee Lacy, Jerry Royster and Tom Faciorek to Georgia to land Baker and Ed Goodson. He reflects on past seasons, shoulder injury, Dixie Walker instruction, and a shift from power to balanced hitting while growing up in Riverside and Sacramento.

Dodgers Wynn Lee Lacy Jerry Royster Tom Faciorek Georgia Baker Ed Goodson Tul Braves ABC Dave Lopes Dixie Walker Dusty Atlanta Rodger Stadium

Local Junior Baseball Tryouts Held Over Weekend

A youth baseball event took place at Plaza Field with games on Saturday and Sunday. Players from the Plaey Bio League participated, showing skill and enthusiasm during the weekend sessions.

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Cavs rally tops Celtics in Hartford showdown

Campy Russell and Austin Carr sparked a second quarter comeback as Cleveland moved a half game ahead in the Central Division. The Cavaliers won their fifth of seven, with Russell leading scorers at 20. Lineups and box scores follow, noting close division standings and the Knicks-Braves tilt in Buffalo with 63 points by Monroe and Haywood. A late high school game postponement to today due to wet grounds.

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Maple Leaf Beat Penguins In Opener Of Playoff Series

Toronto goalie Waned Thomas faced 35 shots and stymied Pittsburgh as the Maple Leafs won the best of three series opener. Islanders beat Canucks 5 3 with Nenning scoring short handed at 10 seconds of the second period. Blues toppled Sabres 5 2 as Esfanioski stopped 37 shots in the Stanley Cup tilt.

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Warriors edge Suns in overtime for 111 106 win

Jamaal Wilkes led Golden State with six overtime points as the Warriors beat the Suns 111 106 in Oakland. Alvan Adams scored 30 to pace Phoenix, while Keith Erickson sparked a late rally to force OT before Wilkes sealed the victory.

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