Braves Fall to Cardinals In 12 Inning Slugfest
In Milwaukee County Stadium the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Milwaukee Braves 7 to 4 in 12 innings after a wild game marred by 5 errors and 19 walks. Billy Muffett earned the win. Humberto Robinson took the loss as the Cards pulled away with a three-run 12th.
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Braves Struggle as Buhl Absence Haunts Rotation
Pitching depth remains a weakness for the Milwaukee Braves as they chase the NL pennant with Bob Buhl out. Gene Conley's return to form faltered in a 7-4 12-inning loss to the Cardinals, widening the gap to first-place Giants who beat the Phillies. Banks and others fueled multiple NL action including Cubs' Banks homering twice in a 6-4 win over Cincinnati.
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Popp Named Captain Of Wisconsin Wrestling Team
Manitowoc athlete William Popp has been named captain for the 1958 59 Wisconsin wrestling team. The appointment highlights his leadership role and expected impact on the squad as it competes in conference action and national events.
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Braves ticket outlet adds 150 more for weekend games
Harold Grupp reports Milwaukee Braves tickets at La Crosse outlet have tripled weekend and holiday allotments. The office now handles upper deck box seats and grandstand seats with 150 extra tickets available for weekend and holiday games. Gale Ettrick High faces Coulee Conference entrance in 1959 per Ronald Eastman.
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A's Rally For 4-3 Win Over Yankees In Sweep
The Athletics erased a three-run deficit to complete a 4-3 victory and a rare series sweep of the Yankees, their first since 1955, with strong hitting from Tito Francona and solid team relief.
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Braves Box National At Milwaukee In Tight 7-4 Loss
In a Milwaukee rain delayed game the Braves lost 7 to 4 to the Brewers despite late offense. Key hits include 2B by Cunningham Crandall and Aaron and 3B by Blasingame. St Louis scored first with a 1-0 run in the 3rd and Milwaukee answered with 1 in the 4th and 5th frames before pulling away with a three run 6th. Pitching totals show Flood and Jackson taking the loss and Paine earning the win for Milwaukee.
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Trade Sparks Getting Cold In Braves Outfielder Hunt
Milwaukee GM John Quinn seeks an outfielder as the Braves head to Pittsburgh for a Memorial Day doubleheader and a 16 game road trip. Targeted names include Ken Boyer and Richie Ashburn, with Duke Snider possible. Outfield lineup fears and Covington injury add urgency amid Buhl’s elbow issues.
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Holmen to Play Two Games Over Memorial Day Weekend
Holmen Wisconsin team schedules two games during Memorial Day weekend. Manager Russ Lund’s squad faces Sparta at 2 p m Monday in an exhibition and meets Bangor in Western Wisconsin League action Sunday at 2 15 p m. Pitching staff includes Sandy Nerby Jack Nockles Al Eastman and Wayne Tourville with Jim Allen catching.
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Weather boosts hopes for 42nd Indianapolis 500 start
Indianapolis AP Weather Bureau quotes 10 to 1 odds for good weather tomorrow with 6 to 1 rain risk. Drivers meet Chief Steward Harlan Fengler for pre race briefing as officials outline lineup procedure and the slim chance an alternates can enter.
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Newburg Team Opens Memorial Day at Copeland Park
Manager Sonny Nelson leads the Newburgs in an exhibition Memorial Day game at Copeland Park against the Eau Claire Conoco Oilers. The event marks the home debut for Newburg, formed from former college and high school stars, as they join the Western Wisconsin League. The Oilers feature seasoned players Don Lee Pearly Johnson Chuck Gilchrist Ron Buckle Bob Woletz Jack Rada and Frank Benevides with pitching choices including Clyde Prince Harv Tomter Jim Woodford or Chuck Larson. La Crosse hurlers include Dick Dahlby Don Jacobson and Gary Meidl.
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