Merger Talk and Mantle Echoes Across Sports World
NBA ABA merger speculation voiced by Dallas Chaparrals GM Max Williams amid ABA financing strength. Snow storms disrupt Celtics West Coast trip plans. Casey Stengel recalls Mantle s wartime attempts. Pacific-8 votes Sept 1 freshmen ruling. Ciudad Bolivar stadium suspended games due to unpaid bills. Gypsy Joe Harris loses bid to box in PA after eye injury. Rick Barry undergoes knee cartilage removal at UCLA Medical Center.
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Mantle Calls It Quits Ending Yankee Dynasty
Ralph Houk faced the reality as Mickey Mantle announced retirement after the 1973 season. Mantle cited inability to play, despite a career .298 average and three MVP awards. His legs and injuries limited his peak, but he remains a legendary slugger and will be Hall of Fame eligible after 1973.
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Fishin Facts Pier Report Counts Various Catchs at Sea
On the pier the anglers report catching bonito, perch, calico bass, whitefish, sheephead, rockfish, and sea bass across multiple boats. Names like Art's Landing and Pierpoint appear with rock cod, sculpin, and other species noted, plus quantities for several catches.
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Esposito Extends Lead In NHL Scoring Race
Phil Esposito holds an eight point edge over Bobby Hull with four weeks left in the season. Esposito has 101 points on 40 goals and 61 assists while Hull has 93 points on 48 goals and 45 assists. The goalie duo of Glenn Hall and Jacques Plante tops with a 2.06 GAA. Forbes Kennedy has 195 penalty minutes after a Monday trade to Toronto.
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Kings to Depart Without Inglis on four game trip
Billy Inglis of the Kings will stay behind as the club heads to Toronto for a four game trip. Recalled from Springfield last week he was hospitalized with an undetermined chest injury from Saturday’s 2 2 tie with Philadelphia. His absence leaves the Kings at 18 players for the NHL limit ahead of the Toronto game and the Maple Leafs next at home.
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UCLA Ready For USC Rivalry With Regionals In Mind
UCLA coach John Wooden said the Bruins will focus on NCAA regionals rather than the USC series, calling the crosstown rivalry natural and emphasizing balanced preparation. He credited California with a strong overtime win over UCLA prior to the meeting.
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Lew Alcindor Dominates UPI All America Again
UCLA star Lew Alcindor, 7- foot 1 inch senior, headlines the third straight first team UPI All America with 623 of 626 points. He joins Gola Robertson and Lucas as three time All Americans, as Pete Maravich and Calvin Murphy return and Rick Mount and Spencer Haywood are newcomers.
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Arena Next Stop Poly and Lancers Tangle in Playoffs
Poly and Lakewood set to face tough second round CIF 4 A playoff test tonight with a chance to reach the Friday or Saturday quarterfinals at the L A Arena. coach Engels notes defensive lapses and cold shooters need fixing while Muir looms as a potential rival after a Covina Tournament win over Lakewood.
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Inglewood High Hosts League Showdowns at Long Beach Arena
The Moore League champion Jackrabbits face Sky League titlist Morningside at Inglewood High while Long Beach City College hosts Lakewood versus second seed Muir. Poly and Lakewood anticipate a near perfect effort as playoff action unfolds with Inglewood and Morningside contrasting styles.
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St Anthony Overpowers Lasuen in First Track Meet
St Anthony opened its dual meet schedule with a 72 to 46 win over Fermin Lasuen at Clark Field amid heavy winds and rain delays. The Saints host Mayfair next, with multiple event results listed for both teams.
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Ski Digest Reports Heavy Snow in Southern California
Snow depths reach at least six feet across Southern California mountain areas. Skiing is excellent with daily operations at Snow Valley, Big Pines, Blue Hill, Holiday Hill, Table Mountain, Gay Snow Summit, Mt. Baldy, and Forest openings noted for weekends and daily access.
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