Astros Rally Past Dodgers In High Drama 5-3 Ejection Night
Houston capitalized on a seventh inning two out single by Doug Rader to beat Los Angeles 5-3 as both managers were ejected. Dodgers Alston and Astros Walker argued calls leading to automatic ejections. Roberts pitched a complete game for Houston, aided by Wynn and Watson collisions and Watson’s disputed catch.
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Braves win with squeeze plays in 9-4 victory over Giants
Atlanta, led by Ron Reed who went the distance, used two squeeze plays in the second inning to spark a 9-4 win over San Francisco. Hank Aaron hit his seventh homer as the Braves pile up 11 hits and benefit from five Giants errors. Marichal suffers his eighth loss.
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A's End White Sox Streak Behind Holtzman Seven Wins
Ken Holtzman pitched a six hitter to beat Chicago 4-2, ending the White Sox six game run. Larry Brown drove in two, Reggie Jackson and Sal Bando added runs, and Walt Williams doubled setting up the decisive seventh inning. Oakland moved to within a half game of the AL West lead.
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Morgan and Bench Power Reds Past Padres 4-0
Joe Morgan hit his sixth homer of the season and Johnny Bench provided a bases loaded single as the Cincinnati Reds shut out the San Diego Padres 4-0. Gary Nolan pitched five hits, striking out six, to earn the win in his latest strong outing.
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California Assembly Passes Boxer Manager Reporting Bill
The California Assembly approved 69 to 0 a measure requiring boxing promoters to file quarterly expense and purse reports with the state Athletic Commission for California fights only. The bill is sponsored by Assemblyman Vincent Thomas.
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Beck wins two mile at CIF meet in Norwalk
Santa Monica High School runner Curtis Beck clocks 8:48.8 to win the two mile ahead of Terry Williams of Lompoc at Cerritos College. Santa Ana claims team title as about 10,000 spectators watch. Genet and Innes also high placers.
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Ten bidders await new hockey sites
NHL postpones naming two new franchises for 1974-75 to June during Montreal meetings. Ten groups from Kansas City Cincinnati Cleveland Dallas Indianapolis Phoenix San Diego and Washington seek entry. Each new franchise pays six million dollars and can select 21 players from current rosters. Atlanta and New York Islanders join next season, expanding to 18 teams.
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Indy 500 forecastysen hot and fast race day eve
Indianapolis weather looked warm with mid 80s temperatures as the 500 field prepared for the triple crown opener. Expect speeds over 180 mph with risks of cautions possibly altering the pace, aiming to beat last year's 157.735 mph record set by Al Unser.
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LOM POG RECORD Sports News
Scott Ostler reports on sports with concise coverage and editor’s notes. This brief item highlights notable games and player performances from the latest events.
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Nicklaus Leads At Midpoint With Course Record 64
Jack Nicklaus, golfing in his first tour event in four weeks, tied the course record with an 8 under 64 to take a two stroke lead at 10 under 134 midway through the Atlanta Golf Classic. Bob Lunn sits second at 135 after a 68.
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Woods and Ryun Pace Wichita Track Meet Records
Rainless night sparks strong showings at the US federation outdoor meet in Wichita. George Woods wins the shot put with 69-9 1/4 while Randy Matson is second at 68-2 1/2. Jim Ryun posts a 1:49.1 880 for top qualifying. Texas Woman’s University duo Audrey Reid and Ginny Walker set marks in high jump and javelin.
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