Kuhn Tightens Rules Amid McLain Gambling Fallout
The article reports on Budd Kuhn’s push for stricter controls in baseball and football amid Denny McLain case fallout. It notes expanded security measures, barred venues, player monitoring, and heavy penalties for betting. Nagayasu’s expulsion from Japanese baseball and a murder-linked gambling investigation are also covered.
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Dodgers Tangle With Expos in Montreal Matinee
After a slow start the Dodgers seek a .500 mark by beating the Expos in Montreal. Claude Osteen faces Joe Sparma in a battle of two-time losers as Bill Singer battles flu symptoms and rumors of a pitching change loom. The Expos counter with Bill Stoneman, while scouting reports note Santeeast star Maury Wills and hot hitters Ted Sizemore and Bill Grabarkewitz providing offense.
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Bill Stoneman
Bill Singer
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Vikings Host USC Spartans in Metro action at 2 30
The Vikings host the USC Spartans at 2 30 on the Viking diamond as Long Beach City College uses an open date to make up a rained out preseason encounter. Metro action resumes Friday and Saturday with Sizemore back in the lineup after a tough stretch.
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Reds Rally Past Astros and Braves Streak Ends
Willie Stargell powered the Pirates with two two run home runs helping a 3-1 win over Houston after a 1 for 2 night. The Reds pitcher Kim Merritt pitched well, but Atlanta lost 6-2 as Rico Carly hit a two run homer to spoil Merritt's shutout.
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Pirates extend jinx as Clemente shines at Forbes Field
Yorkes Field sees Roberto Clemente on base while Pittsburgh Pirates overcome the Astros. Stargell’s feat has occurred 17 times since 1909, with the star outfielder achieving it six times. Houston has dropped 15 of 18 at Forbes Field since 1908, manager Harry Walker protesting Dock Ells’ alleged illegal motion in the first inning.
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Major League Leaders Report From Assoc Averages and Runs
Major League leaders listed by the Assoc include leaders in runs batted in home runs and strikeouts. The garbled text shows names like Walton and Gallaghers and various team references.
Fears Wins Greater Authority Over Saints Operations
New Orleans Saints coach Tom Fears gained control over scouting and player drafts after a clash with general manager Vic Schwenk. Owner John Mecom Jr. had previously announced a three year contract giving Schwenk full responsibility for all operations.
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Kansas City Beats Oakland 4 2 In 11th Inning
Ed Kirkpatrick tripled and scored on a throwing error by Dave Duncan, and Bob Oliver hit his second homer to lift Kansas City over Oakland 4-2. Mike Hedkin earned the win. Tie D Lund pitched the 10th and 11th for KC. Yankees beat Washington 12 0 as Cater homered twice and Munson drove in runs. Orioles Powell drove in two in a 6 0 rout of Boston.
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Scouting Life in Baseball Lies Open to Talent
A column excerpt details baseball scouting as a demanding, travel heavy field with many fulltime and parttime scouts. It notes evaluation criteria including height weight position age power fielding speed and a constant process of reports and draft lists. The piece contrasts modern multi-person scouting nets with older one-man efforts and highlights the relentless drive required.
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