Braves turmoil ends in Philadelphia rise
Jimmy Cannon assesses the Braves collapse from Milwaukee to Atlanta and Philadelphia, blaming mismanagement forManagerial churn. John Quinn’s departure, Richards’ potential rise, and Bragan’s fate frame a franchise in flux as attendance and prestige dip.
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Senators Capitolize In Twin Bill At Boston
In game one the Senators erupt for six runs in the second inning, led by Ken McMullen’s two run homer Don Blasingame’s two run single and Jim King’s two run triple. Dick Bosman wins to improve to six decisions. In game two Stange allows two infield singles to Fred Valentine and Doug Camilli hits for a line single as Boston scores once off Jim Hannan who takes the loss.
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Nicklaus Ready For British Open
Jack Nicklaus, the favorite, posted a four under par 67 at Muirfield in Scotland as preparation for the British Open. The American shot nines of 35 and 32 showing sharp form ahead of the championship.
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Buffle Wins Suburban Handicap At Aqueduct In Tight Finish
King Ranch's Buffle surged to the lead near the turn and stretched to win the $119,900 Suburban Handicap by three lengths at Aqueduct with Jockey Rei Turcotte aboard. Pluck finished second, Paoluccio third, Bold Lad faded after showing early front speed.
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Dupas Readies Comeback Bout At Fremont Hotel
Ralph Dupas the Will O Wisp of the ring meets Eddie McGruder of Phoenix in a 10 round main event at the Fremont Hotel. Dupas seeks third return fight following wins over Rudy Corona and Pete Perez. Marsh returns in a six rounder and Coleman faces Gonzales in another six.
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Peterson 2 Hits Sox After Shutout Loss
Rookie Fritz Peterson carried a near perfect game through seven innings then faltered on a misplayed grounder to allow two White Sox runs as New York beat Chicago 5 2 in the opener of a doubleheader. Ken Berry and John Romano produced the White Sox runs with a sacrifice fly and a second inning double.
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Rams Start 1966 Camp Under New Coach George Allen
Orange California UP I reports say 11 veterans and 41 rookies will report to Chapman College for summer drills as George Allen begins rebuilding the Rams. Key trades include Maxie Baughan Bill George and Jack Pardee with rookies and veterans mixing in for early skull sessions and film study.
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Evans Suspended in Gold Cup Heat Debut
In Detroit UPI reports driver Norm Evans of Chelan Washington was sounded for a warning gun during the second to last heat of the Gold Cup race raising questions about his eligibility and performance.
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Season Ticket Sales Near Merger Boosts Pro Football Interest
Season ticket sales across the NFL and AFL show strong growth as the historic merger nears completion. AFL advance sales rise about 20 percent with clubs like Kansas City and San Diego reporting gains, while NFL totals indicate increases across most teams and a new Atlanta Falcons cutoff at 45,000.
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AFL Meeting in Detroit Talks Merger Plans
AFL club owners gather in Detroit for a routine session after merger announcement. NFL lawyers will brief on merger terms including a playoff between champions next January and a common draft next year.
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