Congs and Braves May Join CIF Playoffs
If Lompoc Braves and Cabrillo Congs tie for second in 3-A, both could reach CIF playoffs opening Friday. CIF stated no league may send three teams, yet mail listings show 32 spots for 14 3-A leagues, meaning four leagues will have three qualifiers. Cabrillo principal Robert Bickford notes Braves could earn a berth if tie holds as defending 3-A champions.
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Phillies bring Dick Allen to first base for Reds game
The Philadelphia Phillies announced Dick Allen will start at first base Wednesday against the Cincinnati Reds after being acquired from the Atlanta Braves. In Los Angeles, Mike Marshall was placed on the 21 day disabled list for a rib cage injury and Bill Buckner was activated after a sprained ankle.
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Olympics danger threatens Montreal 1976 facilities
Officials in Montreal and the Olympic Organizing Committee warned that a prolonged strike at the main stadium site could jeopardize finishing facilities for the 1976 Games, which start July 17.
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Aeros claim AVCO cup in 7-2 win over Nordiques
Gordie Howe scored two goals as the Houston Aeros defeated the Quebec Nordiques 7-2 to win the AVCO Cup for the second straight year. Howe, exhausted yet elated, announced plans to retire as a player and move into a front office role with Houston. His son Mark and Gordon Labossiere contributed goals in the first period.
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Dodgers rally past Cardinals in 10th on bench players
Dodgers relied on Tom Paciorek Lee Lacy and Rick Auerbach as injuries forced lineup shifts. Auerbach drove in three, Paciorek and Lacy one each, before a three-run 10th sealed a 6-4 win while Brewer earned the relief win.
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Byron Nelson's Influence Helps Watson Win Nelson Classic
Tom Watson captured his second tour victory at the Byron Nelson Golf Classic finishing 15 under 269 two strokes ahead of Bob E. Smith and Jack Ewing. The win netted $35 000 and followed Nelson's mentoring advice that helped refine Watson's tempo after last year's U S Open setback. Watson tied the tournament record and credited Nelson for recognizing his potential.
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Ramirez Gottfried win chaotic WTC doubles match
Raul Ramirez and Brian Gottfried defeated Bob Hewitt and Frew McMillan 7-5 6-3 4-6 2-6 7-5 in a hastily arranged WTC doubles tie after the South African pair were deported from Mexico amid political tensions. The pairing split $25,000, while the losers took $10,000.
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Kaat Wins AL Player of Week After 12th Straight
Chicago White Sox pitcher Jim Kaat earned the American League Player of the Week honor after extending his win streak to 12 games last Friday. The award was announced on Monday by UPI.
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Kate Smith Ace in Hole for Flyers in Game Seven
Philadelphia faces New York in the seventh game of the Stanley Cup semifinal after a 3-3 series tie. Islanders rely on defense to force a decisive matchup while coach Al Arbour says Kate Smith will be no factor.
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McKay attacks college football cuts and one-platoon trend
USC coach and athletic director John McKay rails at budget cuts in collegiate athletics. He argues football is the sport singled out for reduction and contends savings come only by limiting scholarships not adopting one platoon play. He notes his record at USC and compares past and current trends.
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Bleacher Bums at Tigers Stadium Draw Loud Crowd
At Detroit's Tiger Stadium a lively bleacher section packs the open-air seats for Tigers games. Fans describe the area as a relaxed, festive scene with beer, food, and casual revelry despite higher bleacher prices.
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