McDowell Regains Old Pitching Form
Cleveland ace Sam McDowell returns to top form with a three hit 2-0 shutout of the Chicago White Sox. He struck out eight, retired 14 straight, and noted his arm is improving as he nudges toward a comeback. Chuck Hinton drove in both runs for Cleveland. In the majors, Minnesota staged its first triple play in franchise history in a 6-2 win over California.
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Schollander Sets Record In AAU Swimming Meet
Clym en Don Schollander regained his world 400 meter mark with a 4 11.6 at the 16th National AAU Outdoor Championships in Lincoln. He also targets a 200 free record. Martha Randall set a women 400 free mark while Karen Muir and others posted notable performances in various events.
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Changes In Pro Am Agreement Boost NHL Growth
The NHL and the Canadian Amateur Hockey Association alter the pro amateur pact. NHL President Clarence Campbell calls it an important boost for six new clubs. The changes end amateur team sponsorship by pros and drop options forms, aiming for a universal draft. New franchises approved for Los Angeles San Francisco Oakland St Louis Minneapolis St Paul Philadelphia and Pittsburgh for 1967 68 season.
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Wright Grabs Lead In Western Open
Mickey Wright leads the Women's Western Open after an opening round 72 at Mukwonago Wisconsin. She sits one stroke ahead of Margie Masters with Kathy Whitworth two back as defending champion Sue Maxwell shoots 78 and other pros struggle.
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Woolard Opposes Point System Playoff Plan in Kansas
Lawrence High School football coach Al Woolard rejects a proposed state playoff plan using a four classification point system. He argues the plan won’t pass and favors champion playoffs with divisional play, noting it would not require shortening the regular season.
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Daily Meetings Held By KU Grid Coaches
The Kansas University football staff began five a week meetings at Allen Fieldhouse. Coach Jack Mitchell said meetings run Monday through Friday until fall practice starts with equipment check on August 29. The group will review films and plan for the season.
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Liston Meets Johnson in Sweden Comeback Bout
Sonny Liston former world heavyweight champion meets Amos Johnson of Medina Ohio in the second bout of his comeback at Ullevi Open Air Stadium Goteborg Sweden. A crowd of about 20000 is expected for the scheduled 15 round bout.
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Flipper the Dolphins Mascot Trains for Orange Bowl Debut
The porpoise Flipper, mascot for the AFL Miami Dolphins, is coached with a tape of crowd sounds to prepare for the season opener in the Orange Bowl. Flipper will perform in a tank in the end zone to catch touchdowns and toss the ball back.
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Cardinals and Colts meet for charity NFL exhibition
The Balti more Colts visit the St. Louis Cardinals in a charity game at Busch Memorial Stadium to benefit the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra. Both teams are undefeated entering the nationally televised test with NFL stars including Johnny Unitas and Charley Winner facing his old club.
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OSU Cowboys Brace for Inexperience in 1966
Oklahoma State coach Phil Cutchin rebuilt with a larger sophomore crop and depth yet faces a green offense and nine missing regulars. Backfield vacancies loom as a freshman quarterback may start, while Garrison and Durkee depart. Key linemen Akin Randall anchor a hopeful defense as OSU opens at Arkansas September 17.
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Thieves Target House of Refuge Marine Props in Stuart
A theft at House of Refuge marine museum may set a record with two 1,000 pound bronze propellers stolen. The Navy gift status is noted but how the propellers were removed remains unexplained.
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Diamond Data on 1969 League Leaders Across Leagues
Summary of top batting and pitching leaders in both American and National Leagues. Notable figures include Oliva and F Robinson in the AL. Yastrzemski and Aaron, Koufax and Rea n in the NL with leading averages, runs, RBIs, hits, doubles, triples, home runs, stolen bases, and 10 decision pitching records.
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