Bush league lifework of three young baseball players
Three Lompoc players Roy Howell Roy Thomas and Monte Bolinger spent a summer in the minor leagues learning the game on rough fields dim lights and mosquito filled parks. They described doubleheaders humid weather erratic umpires and quirky venues as they chased potential big league debuts with the Rangers Phillies and Reds organizations.
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Pirates clinch NL East as AL pennant chase wobbles
The Pirates clinched their third straight NL East title as four AL East contenders idle. Red Sox led by Marty Pattin and Tigers with Mickey Lolich faced tough matchups, while Jim Palmer and Mel Stottlemyre ran for the Orioles and Yankees respectively. Pirates exploded for a 5-2 win over the Cubs behind Bob Moose and Ramon Hernandez with a 15 hit attack. St. Louis beat Montreal and Houston beat San Diego while Milwaukee outlasted Cleveland in 15 innings and California shut out Texas.
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Orioles
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al Oliver
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Rich Hebner
Manny Sanguillen
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San Diego
Cleveland
California
Texas
Top-ranked Oklahoma opens season with Utah State
No. 1 Oklahoma begins its season at home against Utah State with returning backs Pruitt Wylie and Crosswhite and new starter Dave Robertson at quarterback. Oklahoma a 35 point favorite. Aggies boast 24 lettermen. Other major games include Tennessee vs Penn State, USC vs Oregon State, and Ohio State favored over Iowa.
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Spitz weighs endorsement options after meeting with Reagan
After a private talk with Governor Reagan Mark Spitz said he has not decided which presidential candidate to endorse. He noted multiple party requests and remains registered as declined to state. Reagan praised Spitz and presented a California gold seal and commendation while noting the swimmer’s inspiration for youth.
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UPI
Ronald Reagan
Mark Spitz
Nixon
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George McGovern
Spitz
Reagan
Sherm Chavoor
California
Ramos Defends WBC Lightweight Crown In Coliseum Showdown
Mando Ramos predicts a knockout as he defends the WBC lightweight title against Chango Carmona in a 15 round outdoor bout at the Coliseum. Ramos is the 10-7 favorite, Carmona boasts 38 knockouts in 40 victories, with Ramos holding 34-4-1 no decision.
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UPI
Mando Ramos
World Boxing Council
Chango Carmona
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Carmona
False Start Penalty for Harvard Lineman Between Snapper and End
A Harvard player positioned between two linemen breaches the line before the snap moving within 12 inches of the ball. Officials must whistle and penalize Harvard 5 yards for illegal procedure as a false start per rule 7 1 3 a 4.
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