White Sox Yankee clash looms in tight pennant race
United Press International reports a muddled AL playoff chase as the White Sox and Yankees, each 8 games back in July, rise to challenge Oakland and Detroit. Oakland beat Chicago 3-2 in 17 innings with Tenace's decisive single, while New York edged Detroit 1-0.
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New Orleans Dome Won't Host Major League Baseball Yet
In Kansas City the UPI report notes club owners agreed the Superdome will not host regular season baseball at the outset. Realignment was postponed and New Orleans may pursue exhibition games while negotiating for 1973 winter meetings host, with Hawaii to review in November. Dewitt Weaver shoots 64 leads Westchester after first round. Jack Nicklaus sits one behind after 65.
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Conquistadors Draft New ABA Team In San Diego
San Diego Conquistadors announce their expansion draft picks led by coach K C Jones and GM Alex Groza. Stew Johnson and Red Robbins anchor the nucleus with George Johnson also added, as the new ABA club builds for a competitive start.
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Crawford's four hits power Dodgers past Reds in 6 2 win
Willie Crawford ripped four hits including a sixth homer and four RBIs as the Los Angeles Dodgers beat Cincinnati 6-2. He admitted to being in a daze at times during the game while Claude Osteen earned his 13th victory.
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Nicklaus Keeps Going In Quest For More Golf Glory
In a Westchester Classic opening round, Jack Nicklaus trails leader DeWitt Weaver by one shot after a 7 under par 65. The 32 year old superstar deflects talk of quitting, saying he stays on tour for the competition and camaraderie, not money, with Grand Slam hopes still lingering for next year.
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