Balk controversy fuels Mets win over Cubs in 11th
In a game at Shea Stadium Ron Santo disputed a balk call as Tug McGraw winded up. Umpire Mel Steiner stated time was signaled before the pitch. Tommie Agee delivered a two out hit in the 11th to beat the Cubs 3 2 while the Phillies edged the Cardinals 3 2 in the other major league matchup.
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Cardinals
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Tim McCarver
Larry Hisle
Roger Freed
St. Louis
Lou Brock
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Ted Simmons
Cal Maxvill
Nailed Brock
Maxvill
Cardinal
Griffith Wins Controversial Ten Round Decision in Las Vegas
Emile Griffith defeats Ernie Lopez by decision over 10 rounds at the Nevada Ice Palace in Las Vegas. The ring collapsed twice during the bout, but the match lasted the distance as 3,500 spectators watched. Griffith weighed 154 pounds, Lopez 152, with a 5 to 2 betting line on Griffith.
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Red” Lopez
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Houston Voted Berth in SWC
The Southwest Conference accepts the University of Houston as a member but Houston will not compete for the football title until 1976. Houston becomes the ninth SWC member and will enter the basketball race in 1975 6 and start other sports in 1973 4.
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College Station, Tex
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Gal's Softball Meet Scheduled Thursday
An organizational meeting for the summer women's softball league is set for 7 30 p m Thursday at the community building. Topics include rules team formation league organization and related matters. Players and coaches are invited to attend.
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Gal's
Garr’s Fast Start Sparks Braves Ahead of NL Batting
Ralph Garr, nicknamed Road Runner, has surged to the No 1 NL batting leader with a .400 season average after stepping in for injured Rico Carty. The Grambling graduate credits his early rise to opportunity and a hard off season fight to earn his place, amid contract tensions with Braves VP Paul Richards.
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Stanley Finals Begin Tonight in Chicago
The Chicago Black Hawks face the Montreal Canadiens to open the Stanley Cup final series. Past finals have favored the Canadiens in three of four meetings, with 1965 last clinching the Cup after seven games. The Hawks arrive off a hard seven-game win over the New York Rangers, 4-2.
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Chicago Black Hawks
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Hawks
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Four Years Added to Hadl Contract With Chargers
Former Kansas star John Hadl’s contract with the San Diego Chargers was extended four years, tying him to the team through 1976. Despite a skull fracture and orbital floor fracture suffered March 27 in a horseback riding accident, Hadl has shown remarkable recovery and was playing golf this week. Coach Sid Gillman praised his improved condition and form, noting Hadl remained a key AFC passer with over 2,000 yards gained in each of the prior seven seasons.
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Standings and Tuesday Night Games Across Leagues
Baseball and football style standings with multiple matchups listed for Tuesday and Wednesday nights including New York at Minnesota Washington at Milwaukee Boston at Chicago Oakland at Detroit Kansas City at Cleveland California at Baltimore and New York 3 Chicago 2 in 11 innings plus other scheduled games featuring Philadelphia St Louis Houston Montreal Cincinnati Los Angeles Atlanta San Diego Pittsburgh San Francisco and Chicago New York with various pitcher lines noted.
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Kansas Nets Past Northwest Missouri 7 2 in Tennis Dual
Kansas defeated Northwest Missouri State 7-2 in Maryville on Monday advancing to a 10-13 dual record. Players include Jim Ballinger Cal Simmons Chris Henry for Kansas and Fred Seger John Van Cleave Larry Wank Karl Kingsley among others with several straight set wins.
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Fred Seger
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Phil White
NWM
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Chris Henry
John Gardner
Id Douglas
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Miller to Compete in Canadian Open Golf Championship
John Miller who tied Jack Nicklaus for second at this year’s Masters will compete in the $150,000 Canadian Open Golf Championship, announced today in Montreal.
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Jack Nicklaus
Topeka Teams Favored In Tonight's Lawrence Relays
Topeka and Topeka West are regarded as favorites for the Lawrence Relays hosted by Lawrence High. Lawrence High hosts Leavenworth Salina Central and Salina South with field events at 2 p.m. and running events at 5:30 p.m. Depth in open events helps scoring, with relays and distance races determining team totals.
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Lawrence Relays
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Lions
Lawrence Relays Entries Show Local Prep Talent
Lawrence Relays entries feature Lyle Nottingham clearing 140 percent in the vault and a 13-3 meet best. Kent McDonald may chase the mile standard of 4 22.8 as Brad Black eyes 6-4 in the high jump. Teams list 480 high hurdles and multiple relays with numerous local athletes across sprint medleys and field events.
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Lyle Nottingham
Kent McDonald
Brad Black Aherd
Mike Spearman
Toren Taylor
Jim Norris
Pete Meserve
Randy Johnson
Chad Krull
Larry Thornton
Bob Embers
Charley Marks
Mark Marks
Wade Pitino
Dave Crawley
Chuck Alen
Bob Floyd
Dennis Nichols
Taylor
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Glen Lemesany
M. Marks
Stinson
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Randy
Tedrow
Meserve
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Norris
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Duncan
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Mimbers
Floyd
Greg Dutt
Terry Barker
Randy Flory
Charley Bockhurst
Barker
Dennis Meyer
Richard Beaver
Holcom Loop Clinics Open This Week for Boy Players
Registration and tryout clinics for the Louie Holcom League for boys 13 to 16 kick off this Thursday at South Park 5 30 p m. Friday clinic is at Sunset School 5 30 p m and Saturday 10 a m at Broken Arrow. All new players must attend a clinic and last year players must register by Saturday.
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A's Offer Dobson Five For McDowell Faces Decision
Cleveland Indians discuss trade with Oakland Athletics over Sam McDowell 1-4, as A's pitch Chuck Dobson plus five others from a 12 player list. Indians' committee, including Alvin Dark, favors quality over quantity and has not cleared names yet as talks continue.
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Sam McDowell
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Chuck Dobson
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Cleveland Jury Hears Bidwells in NFL Antitrust Probe
A U.S. grand jury in Cleveland continues its NFL antitrust inquiry after testimony from Cardinals co owners Charles Bidwell and William Bidwell and NFL official Buddy Young. The brothers refused to discuss their statements and were accompanied by attorney Thomas D. Nash.
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William Bidwell
Cardinals
Thomas D. Nash
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