Lompoc Legion to Start Howell and Thomas for Opener
Lompoc coach Louie Domingos plans Bobby Howell and Roy Thomas as starting pitchers for the opener with a large roster in flux. Teddy Torres led last week’s two hit effort in a 52 11 hit attack at Santa Ynez as players like Rod Crispin and Barthel vie for starting roles amid a 16 man 18 man roster.
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Spangler Powers Cubs Past Braves With Two Homers
Chicago right fielder Al Spangler hit two two run homers lifting the Cubs to a 12-6 win over Atlanta. The day’s action across the league included Reds over Cardinals in 10, Pirates over Astros with Sanguillen key, and Phillies blanking Dodgers 4-0.
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Hank Aaron
Lee May
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Jimmy Stewart
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Padres rally to edge Royals 8 7 in Village Hills league
In a one run bottom of the seventh the Padres defeated the Royals 8 7. Jeff Smith earned the win after relieving Bill Tucker while Steven Miller closed out the seventh for the save.
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Auerbach denies tale on Russell
Boston Celtics player coach Bill Russell 35 has not resigned to pursue acting, according to Red Auerbach and the Boston Herald Traveler. Auerbach said Russell discussed retirement six weeks ago but no definite decision was made and further talks are planned.
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Elks Extend Lead With 6-3 Win Over Camaros
LeRoy Grossini pitched the Elks to a 6-3 victory over the Camaros in the National division action. The win moved Elks to 11-2 and extended their lead to two games over Camaros who sit at 9-4. Pistons beat Aztecs 23-12 in the other game.
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USC Coach Boyd Declines Lakers Coaching Offer
USC captain Bob Boyd announced he will remain with the Trojans after meeting with Los Angeles Lakers owner Jack Kent Cooke and GM Fred Schaus. Schaus said the Lakers had narrowed their search to one candidate, while Boyd reportedly sought a five year deal, which the Lakers would not offer.
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Doubell Returns to U S to Face Johnson in Orange County Meet
Olympic 800 m champion Ralph Doubell of Australia resumes outdoor racing in the United States at the Orange County Invitational in Orange, California. He duels Felix Johnson of Prairie View A&M over 880 yards while multi world record holder Ron Clarke and Kerry O'Brien also compete to benefit the Children’s Hospital of Orange County.
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NCAA college baseball series opens at Rosenblatt Stadium
In Omaha Nebraska the 23rd battle for the NCAA title begins with double elimination. Southern Illinois top seed and 1968 runner up meets Massachusetts then NYU and Mississippi. Texas ranked No 3 opens against Arizona State while UCLA faces Tulsa in the nightcap.
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P D Pals and Diatoms Lead Babe Ruth League Standings
P D Pals stay ahead in the American League by 1 1/2 games after a 1 0 extra inning win over Gusto's. Diatoms seize a full game lead in the National League with an 8 2 victory against the Elks behind John Hudson 3 1. V & J beat American Legion 6 2 as Bratz Martinez Kluge Perry and others contribute to the week’s results.
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NHL owners cool to player option clause demand
North American hockey executives wrapped a four day meeting in Montreal with little resolution on expansion and the reserve clause. Baltimore and Cleveland filed franchise applications while Vancouver remains on track for expansion upcoming. Talks will resume in Toronto on July 15.
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Sprouts claim loop lead with late stolen base win
In the American major division, the Grange Sprouts beat Du Frene Crane 2 1 with Troy Sutton stealing home in the seventh after Owen Etheridge pitched and scored. DuFrene’s Eric Grinstead hit a solo homer for their lone run as Pizza Palace defeated Jeffers Mufflers 6 5.
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Murphy takes first round Open lead at Cypress Creek
Bob Murphy shot a four under 66 to lead the U S Open by one stroke over Miller Barber and two over Al Geiberger and Deane Beman on a Friday the 13th round. The field.
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Baseball Standings and Schedule From UPI Report
National League standings show Chicago atop with 38 wins and 18 losses followed by New York Pittsburgh St. Louis Phila Montreal and Montreal with varying records. West lead Atlanta 33 22 and Los Angeles 31 24 as San Francisco Cincinnati Houston San Diego contend. Thursday results include Phila 1 Los Ang 0 and Chicago 12 Atlanta 6. Today’s slated games list eight doubleheaders with multiple matchups across both leagues and several pitchers noted for each club.
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