Congs Braves eye CIF playoff berths in tie scenario
The Record reports a possible CIF playoff invitation for both Lompoc Braves and Cabrillo Congs if a second place tie occurs. CIF rules initially said no league may send three teams, yet later mailings show 32 spots for 14 3-A leagues, implying four leagues may send three teams. Cabrillo principal Robert Bickford notes the Braves could qualify if tied, as defending 3-A champions.
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Phillies Name Dick Allen at First Base for Reds Clash
Philadelphia Phillies announce Dick Allen will start at first base Wednesday against the Cincinnati Reds after acquiring him from the Atlanta Braves last week. Dodgers place Mike Marshall on 21 day DL and reactivate Bill Buckner amid separate injury updates.
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Montreal Olympics at risk from stadium strike
A labor dispute threatens to delay the completion of facilities for the 1976 Montreal Olympics. City officials and the Olympic organizing committee fear a prolonged strike at the main stadium site could jeopardize the games slated to start July 17, 1976.
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How Howe Reflects After Aeros Clinch AVCO Cup
Gordie Howe delivered two late goals as the Houston Aeros routed the Quebec Nordiques 7-2 to clinch the AVCO Cup. Howe, exhausted yet jubilant, said he plans to retire as a player and move into a front office role with Houston. His son Mark and Gordon Labossiere contributed first-period goals.
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Ramirez Gottfried rally to win WCT doubles title
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 WCT doubles match after Hewitt and McMillan were deported from Mexico amid apartheid tensions. The winners earned 25000 dollars with the losers at 10000.
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Kaat Wins AL Player of Week After 12th Straight Victory
Chicago White Sox pitcher Jim Kaat received the American League Player of the Week Award after extending his winning streak to 12 games last Friday. The recognition was announced on Monday.
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Dodgers edge Cardinals in 10th as reserves excel
Dodgers relying on backups Tom Paciorek Lee Lacy and Rick Auerbach deliver key hits in a 6-4 10 inning win over St Louis. Auerbach drives in three runs, Paciorek and Lacy add one each as Los Angeles moves 3% games ahead in the NL West.
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Watson Wins Byron Nelson Classic With Nelson Credit
Tom Watson clinched his second tour title at the Byron Nelson Golf Classic, earning $35,000. He credited Byron Nelson for guiding his career and shaping his rise, calling Nelson one of the top three golfers of all time.
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Watson wins Nelson Open in rain delayed finish
The 1975 Nelson Open ends in a two stroke win for Tom Watson who shot a final round 65 to finish 15 under par 269 tying the tournament record. Bob E Smith and Jack Ewing finish tied for second and third respectively with earnings of 19950 and 12425. Larry Nelson and Rod Funseth tie for fourth at 273 net, earning 7700 each. Watson credits Byron Nelson for tempo advice that helped unlock his swing.
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McKay rails at college football cutbacks and one platoon demand
USC coach and athletic director John McKay blasts cost cutting in college football. He argues one platoon football won’t save money, cites scholarships and travel as structural pressures, and notes his long USC tenure with four national titles and eight Rose Bowls.
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Kate Smith Helps Flyers in Do Or Die Islander Duel
Philadelphia faces New York in a seventh game to decide the Stanley Cup semifinal after a 3-3 series tie. The Flyers may revive Kate Smith’s God Bless America as a pregame cue, while the Islanders rely on tight defense and dismiss the singer as a factor.
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Bleacher Bums Stir Detroit Tigers Stadium Scene
At Detroit Tigers games bleacher seats attract fans who drink and relax, making Tiger Stadium a festival like scene. Dan Brown says bleachers are mellow and open, though security quietly tolerates casual activity. Fans enjoy fried chicken wine and casual chatter while cheering the team.
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