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At Memorial Coliseum the Dodgers lost 6 5 to the San Francisco Giants in a dramatic first regular season game watched by 78 672 fans the largest crowd for a single major league game at the venue. Giants pitcher Clem Labine preserved the win with a ninth inning strikeout after Kirkland doubled and Erskine allowed two early runs.
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First Coliseum Opening Day Giants Dodgers Mayhem
Dozens of early firsts mark an eventful Coliseum opening with Giants and Dodgers squaring off. Mays blasts four into the stands. Erskine and Erskine deliver early pitching moments as Gi ants and Dodgers trade hits, runs, and records in front of a then record crowd of 78,672.
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Sauer: Homer Aerials Not Cheap in Darkened Crowd After Loss
Hank Sauer and the Dodgers faced a 6-5 defeat amid noisy crowd chatter described as not cheap by players. The post game scene in the Giants' clubhouse Friday hinted at lingering tensions and strong reactions to the crowd atmosphere.
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Opening day at Cali seum sparks crowd background debate
78,672 spectators filled the Cali seum for the opener as Sauer homered twice and became the first hitter to crack the short left field barrier in the eighth. Giants players lamented the background impact on hitters and fielders, while Willie Mays and Herman Franks criticized the sight lines and fences.
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Playing Field Praised Short Fence Despite Dents
Dodgers win 6-5 over Giants in opener as players hail Coliseum left field screen even with its 251 foot distance. Gilliam says the fence is not bad and Erskine notes glare from crowd complicates reading balls. Cimoli and Sauer comment on sightlines and fence influence in the outfield chase.
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Giants Rally Past Dodgers In Ninth Inning Thriller
Relief pitcher Clem Labine lamented lack of control as San Francisco defeated Los Angeles 5 4. Davenport credited for key saves. Dodgers’ Dick Gray belted the first a homer at Seals Stadium marking a rare milestone for the visiting club.
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