Brewer Wins Masters After Epic Duel At Augusta
Gay Brewer Jr wins the Masters with a five under par 67 in the final round for a 280 total beating Bobby Nichols by one stroke. Arnold Palmer and Gary Player follow as Nicklaus misses the cut and Ben Hogan struggles to a 77.
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Dodgers Open NL Season For Clash With Reds At Crosley
The Dodgers open the season at Cincinnati's Crosley Field against the Reds in a spring training reality check. Walter Alston enters 0-0 with a rebuilt bullpen and questions about pitching depth and run production as fans anticipate a renewed NL title chase. Bob Miller and Jim Maloney start on the mound as 25,000 fans gather, with predictions split on whether the Dodgers can rebound from last year.
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Angels Lose to Giants in Spring Spat Over Roster Cuts
Angels fall 7-5 to the Giants as manager Bill Rigney trims to 28 before opening day. Jimmy Piersall is kept on for a 16th major league season while four players are cut. Rotations include Brunet Lopez McGlothlin and Sanford, with Rubio moved to spot duty. Rosters and pitching staff adjustments loom as Newmann Wright and others face release.
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Indians
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Clyde Wright
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Jackie Hernandez
Brewer Wins Masters in Stunning Finish Over Nichols
In Augusta on April 9 1967 Gay Brewer captured the Masters title with a clutch 11 footer for birdie on the 15th to seize a one stroke lead and hold off Bobby Nichols who tied briefly on the par five. Nichols praised Brewer and golfer Jack Nicklaus assisted with the winner's jacket after Brewer's dramatic triumph.
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Celtics Stay Alive in Eastern Finals With 121-115 Win
Celtics stay alive in the East finals by defeating the 76ers 121-115 to force a fifth game in Philadelphia. Sam Jones scored 32, Havlicek 33, with Russell leading a rugged defense and a key late bank shot and two free throws sealing the victory.
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Celtics Edge 76ers In High Scoring Thriller
Celtics beat 76ers 119-118 in a dramatic finish after a back and forth game. Wayne Embry and John Havlicek led Boston while Luke Jackson and Hal Greer paced Philadelphia with strong scoring. Guokas contributed key late plays despite the loss.
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