Robinson Opens Lead in AL Batting Race
New York AP report notes Frank Robinson moved from fourth to first in the AL batting race after boosting his average to .330 during week ending Sunday. Robinsosn’s status for the All-Star Game was in doubt due to a shoulder injury but he expects to play. KillerKillebrew and Oliva also rise as BiCarty Clemente Perez and Rose discuss midseason standings.
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Cardinals Boss Confident in Comeback Bid
St Louis manager Red Schoendienst told reporters during a three day break following a seven game skid that the club can turn its season around. He praised the team's talent and argued other clubs may be hotter but not far ahead, insisting the Cardinals are too good to stay out of the race.
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Cardinals face slump as Schoendienst recalls 1946 comeback
After another loss and slipping nine games behind the Pirates in the NL East, Red Schoendienst cites 1946 Eddie Dyer season as a model. He notes the Cardinals started 10 of 11 losses but eventually won the World Series, urging calm and persistence.
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Lubbock Gals Triumph as Weatherly Edges Valiant in Houston
In the 19th annual Houston Invitational, Valiant led early but Weatherly surged past Weatherly with strong wind to win. Myrlene Nichols pitched for Valiant while French contender France faced setbacks in a practice race. Roadrunners fell to Tulsa Constellation 7-3 as the American yachts competed against international crews.
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All-Star Game preview at Riverfront Stadium
AP reports many stars saw Riverfront Stadium, a $41 million venue, for the first time before the All-Star Game. Managers praised the new ballpark while players debated how the Astroturf carpet might affect play, with Earl Weaver noting uncertainty about its impact on the game.
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Red Cheks Near Title In Legion
The Bell Red Cheks clinched most of the District 16 American Legion title by defeating Furr's 4-0. Donnie Moore pitched a two hitter as the Cheks moved to 10-1 in league play with one game left, while Furr's fell to 8-3. Moore struck out six and finished with a two-batter hitless frame, and unearned runs in the sixth padded the lead after Kerry Bailey's error. The win marked the Cheks' 11th win in 13 summer starts.
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Watson Seizes Astros Cleanup Role In First Major Year
Houston's Bob Watson has moved into the cleanup spot for the Astros after replacing Joe Pepitone who left for New York over alimony issues. Watson homered in three straight games and hit .375 with 20 RBIs in three games as manager Harry Walker installed him as the No. 4 hitter, a spot long occupied by notable names. Pepitone, returning, acknowledged Watson's hitting edge as he adjusted to left field.
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Intrepid Tops Heritage In Shortened Trials At Newport
Intrepid remains undefeated as the New York Yacht Club defender defeats Heritage in a shortened 19.8 mile trials course on Newport waters. Valiant trails 3-3 after splitting Tuesday’s races with Weatherly as conditions limited wind and the fleet headed to Rhode Island Sound for the next day’s head to head.
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UILLY Fire The Largest United States Tournament In Sport
A major national competition is described as the largest in the United States for the sport. The event draws participants and spectators, highlighting its prominence and scale within the athletic community.
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Packers' Lombardi Era Ends as Coach Retires
Burle Pettit notes the Packers’ decline after Vince Lombardi leaves coaching. Tom Landry cited Lombardi's disciplined execution as core to Green Bay's success. Donny Anderson recalls enjoying playing for Lombardi, while rumors of trades fade amid losses of Lombardi and veterans.
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Original Hubbers Reunion Planned
The Lubbock Hubbers seek to bring back past stars from the West Texas New Mexico League for a three inning exhibition July 25 before the current Hubbers face the Amarillo Plowboys. Rip Griffin chairs the reunion committee, Jackie Sullivan will manage the 1947 era squad, which produced majors like Serena Macdonald and Hinrichs.
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Rams sign first round pick Reynolds in pact
Los Angeles Rams announce the signing of Jack Reynolds the middle linebacker from Tennessee as the clubs first round choice with no monetary terms disclosed Reynolds at 6 foot 1 inch 232 pounds is the Rams' first linebacker first round pick since Marlin McKeever in 1961.
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Stars Wil Play Sullivan Eyes Area Player Reach
Stars Wil Play Sullivan plans include a short exhibition game and a reception at Hillcrest Country Club for former players and wives. A meeting led by yeas practiing win Griffin formed committees to organize events and scout surrounding talent. Reynolds praised joining the Rams and noted competition with veterans Doug Woodlief and Myron Potting while Ollie Cordill was also signed as punter.
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Former West Texas New Mexico League Stars Plan Association
Meeting participants agree to form an organization for all former West Texas New Mexico League players. Notable names like Deck Woldt Joe Fortin Stubby Greer Jim Prince Chris Haskins and Sonny Gibbs will be contacted. A reunion game at Lowrey Field aims to raise funds to send the Hubbers to the state National Baseball Congress tournament.
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Soviet Congress Delayed to March Next Year
Tass announced the 24th Soviet Communist Party congress will be postponed to March next year, a full year after the four year cycle. Brezhnev and Premier Alexei Kosygin expected to deliver ideological and economic reports, with the 1971 75 plan outline.
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Panhandle signs ex Dunbar star Jerry Phillips
Ex Dunbar cage standout Jerry Phillips signed a letter of intent with Panhandle State College. The 6 foot 5 inch, 200 pound forward posted 18 points and 15 rebounds per game as a senior with the Panthers, earning District All-Regional and All-State honors. He played at Howard County Junior College in Bis Spring, averaging 13 points and 12 rebounds as a sophomore and helped his HCSC team reach the National Junior College playoffs.
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