Randy Jones Eyes 30 Wins For Padres In 1976
San Diego pitcher Randy Jones, 10-2 with a 2.11 ERA, defies scouts by relying on a dry sinker and control. Once dismissed as too small, Jones aims for 30 plus wins and potential Cy Young as the Padres build around his steady hand and the team’s improving defense and batting support.
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Valley players dominate all league baseball first team
Righetti star Mike Bishop named MVP as Lompoc and Cabrillo share nine first-team picks. Glen Neal wins batting title at .500. Ray Dahlmann hits .477 and leads in hits and runs. Mick Shroll posts 0.38 ERA, shares mound honors with Kendall Greene. Glen Renfroe and Glenn Elder repeat on first team. Brad Johnson among valley selections.
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Trivia Q&A reveals odd baseball and sports Hall of Fame views
Readers ask about ways to reach first base without a hit and related sports topics. Answers discuss pinch runners, hit by pitch, and a ball striking a teammate, plus opinions on umpiring paths and Hall of Fame criteria, with notes on Evonne Goolagong and Muhammad Ali.
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Generous Cooke Eyes Free Agent Bobby Orr
Bobby Orr becomes a free agent as his five year Bruins contract expires and Los Angeles Kings emerge as the leading suitor. Jack Kent Cooke signals strong interest and Eagleson confirms a $2.5 million five year deal possible, with seven year terms acceptable.
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Orr free agent status stirs Bruins compensation dispute
The Orr contract saga fuels a battle over whether Boston can demand compensation if Orr signs with another club. Eagleson says Orr’s knee surgeries and rugged contract history complicate his return, while Orr contemplates future hockey after years of injuries and high pay. Hull lauds Orr as the greatest, noting his legendary consistency.
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Fog shrouded first inning seals Rangers' defeat
The Chicago White Sox defeated the Texas Rangers 9 4 aided by a fog obscured three run first inning triple. Chet Lemon miscue in fog allowed the bases loaded hit, while UPI notes the fog led umpires to pause play.
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Rutherford earns record Indy 500 payout despite rain
Johnny Rutherford and Team McLaren collect a record 41,087,775 purse from the Indianapolis 500 held over 256 miles. Rutherford's $256,121 share trails only Al Unser's 1970 top prize. race halted at 102 laps with praise for a safe, competitive show.
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Braves lose as Turner offers free entry to fans
Jed Turner, owner of the Atlanta Braves, offered free admission to Tuesday’s game for the 2.0 percent of fans with rainchecks after a 10-7 loss to the Padres. The Padres rallied with six eighth inning runs, aided by a fielding error, and Doug Winfield homered. Rick Folkers earned the win, Max Leon the loss.
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