In This Corner on Pirates optimism and bold takes
A crop of quotes from Dick Smith Chuck Dressen and others about the Pittsburgh Pirates improving, the farm system paying off and a stinging challenge from rivals. Fortunes in baseball and crossovers from college to pro reflect this period of discussion around teams players and strategies.
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Chuck Dressen
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Brooklyn
Fights Last Night Update From Undefined Bout Card
An unclear report notes a boxing card with Tonkere defeating Jat Sates Gutlagres by decision. The brief mentions angles, locations, and scoring but lacks coherent names and structured details.
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Gutlagres
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Lea Ang
Tigers lack big stars at Lakeland training camp
Detroit Tigers spring camp at Lakeland, Florida leaves critics and fans doubtful, with only Harvey Kuenn and a Boone seen as major league players while manager Fred Hutchinson faces questions about a potential coaching change. Ted Williams of the Red Sox, sidelined by injury, anxiously awaits his season debut as he returns to action barring bad weather.
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Tigers Hope for Eight in Row Facing Uncertain Depth
Queen seeks an eighth straight win as Detroit notes a revamp in form driven by catcher Frank House after training camp. The club cites House's handling of pitchers and strong hitting as a key factor, while acknowledging remaining games and concerns about pitching depth. Hutchinson remains secure despite midseason heat.
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Long Beach StarsTop Acorns as Queen Challenges Eight
In a Pacific Coast League clash at Gilmore Field, Mel Queen of the Hollywood Stars pursued his eighth victory of the season against the Oakland Acorns as Long Beach extended its lead in the standings. The Stars, riding a winning streak, pushed past the Acorns in a tight game while other PCL results showed Sacramento, Seattle, and San Francisco also pressing in their pennant race amid a series of close outcomes and notable performances.
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Too Late Rowland Denies Star Protest
Clarence Rowland of the PCL dismissed Hollywood's protest over the Stars 5-1 loss to Oakland. Manager Bobby Deagan argued umpire Al Mutart’s clock was slow, but Rowland said no protest could be filed after the specified moment, ending any action.
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French Boxer Jacques Royer Upsets Ralph Jones at MSG
In a 10 round middleweight bout at Madison Square Garden Jacques Royer a 26 year old French challenger defeated Ralph Jones in a unanimous decision despite Jones leading early Royer closed with a rush to overcome the early deficit and take the bout The officials score 7 2 1 6 3 1 and 6 4 1 with AP tally at 5 4 Royer earned praise from his backers for the upset victory and potential Yankee dollars to fund his auto repair shop in Chateau Thierry
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Happy Miler Back Home
Roger Bannister, the four minute miler, returns from America praising the experience and the American people. He notes a planned bout with Italo Scormet and comments on amateur status and a televised fight in Miami. Bannister says the trip was jolly and he would not have missed it.
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Navy Breaks Penn Qualifying Record In Sprint Regatta
Navy set a new qualifying mark at the Eastern Sprint Regatta Championships with a 6:05.0 as Penn posted 6:01.5 in the trials. The final regatta record remains 6:03.7 by Navy in 1952, while Wisconsin earlier clocked 6:01.7 in 1952. The Navy varsity extended its winning streak to 25 while preparing for a finals clash with Penn. Cornell Wisconsin Yale and Harvard also qualified for the afternoon finals.
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Metropolitan Matchups Highlights On Air Schedule
Sports on radio and TV list varied matchups including Oakland and Cleveland games. Listings mention times such as 1 15 and 1 35 with stations KFWH KABC KNAT and EM3. The schedule notes appearances by Clifton's and Riotlvwood, plus Bass player Jacke Jahnsos and Erik Regutu.
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Yankee Guns Boom Again in Briggs Stadium Victory
Detroit reports another Yankee explosion as New York racks 26 hits in two games at Briggs Stadium, routing the Tigers 5-3 and 6-4. Stengel lauds improved Detroit play while Angelo Mangano prepares to return, with Garver and Gramek battered by a surge led by Musial and Williams era parallels.
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Coleman Orioles' Best Pitcher: Joe Coleman Shines Bright
Notes from baseball writer Fred Down highlight Orioles manager Leo Durocher and club front office’s debate over who is their top pitcher. Joe Coleman, 31, returns from arm trouble with two wins and strong showings against the White Sox and A’s, while Bob Turley earns praise but is deemed not the ace. Coleman recalls tough times and a stubborn comeback, hinting at high expectations for the season.
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