Houston No. 1 picks eyed in drafts by Astros and Rockets
Houston is projected to hold the top selections in both major drafts as the Astros aim for Floyd Bannister and the Rockets seek top talent. Atlanta traded its NBA top pick to Houston for Joe Meriweather and Gus Bailey, while Maryland guard John Lucas may join the Rockets depending on final moves. Bobby Orr retirement rumors swirl as Alan Eagleson discusses options with St Louis or Chicago.
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Sharman to Stay Lakers Coach Amid Draft Talk
Bill Sharman remains Lakers coach as owner Jack Kent Cooke plans to decide after meetings at his ranch near Bakersfield. Sharman and GM Pete Rens will help shape today’s Laker selections while discussions continue on an amicable basis.
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Dodgers Lose in Wild Phillies Return
Dodgers drop 6 4 as Phillies rally from early deficit. Ron Cey belts grand slam in first inning after Rick Rhoden allows four runs. Charlie Hough relief trouble adds decisive runs. Phillies ride hot bats and flawless pitching, 34 straight without a walk.
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Seven Solo Homers Spark Pirates 5-4 Victory Over Reds
Richie Zisk delivered a pinch hit homer for a 5-4 Pirates win over the Reds, part of a record-tying seven solo homers by both sides. Al Oliver, with one of three solos in the seventh, helped ignite the power display as Bruce Kison carried a no-hitter into the seventh before Cincinnati broke through with Joe Morgan leading off the frame.
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Greenberg Leads in Vegas Celebrity Tennis Tourney
Hank Greenberg, 31, former MLB home run champ, led the Riviera Hotel courts event with 17 points in the sixth annual sports celebrity tennis tournament. He sits one point ahead of Bob Klein, Bart Monroe, and Brad Park as 28 stars compete for the Dewar's Cup semifinals and finals.
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French boxing champion wounded in dance hall clash
French boxing champion Alain Marion and his brother were shot and wounded in Creil as they argued with several men at a dance. One attacker was arrested while others fled. The brothers are reported in satisfactory condition. In other news, Jule Vere broke his right ankle and will miss at least eight weeks.
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Angels Yankees Open Three Game Series in New York
Gary Ross faces Dec Ellis as the Angels begin a 12 game road trip with a three game set against the New York Yankees. The Angels sit 22-42 in last place in the AL West, while the Yankees lead the AL East at 28-19.
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Mackey warns NFL players risk losing freedoms again
AP report from Las Vegas notes John Mackey former Colts star and NFLPA leader urged players at the union convention to resist concessions. He warned that owners aim to revive the Rozella Rule, limit pension plans and shrink rosters, while promising a “peace” that masks a loss of rights. Upshaw mentions revived Runner-up Bowl ideas to boost exposure in Japan.
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