Lifelong Dream Now Coming True For Hernandez
ST. LOUIS AP. Keith Hernandez, 21, rookie first baseman for the St. Louis Cardinals, says baseball has been his lifelong dream. He recalls turning the corner at Tulsa and credits mentors Joe Medwick and Dick Selma for his hitting confidence. Hernandez starred at Millbrae High and rose from Tulsa to a .343 spring average, as he prepares to face the Montreal Expos with expectations high.
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Knicks squeeze into playoffs as Frazer leads win
The New York Knicks clinched the 10th Eastern Conference playoff berth by beating the Buffalo Braves 105-93. Walt Frazier led with 26 points as Earl Monroe praised the team’s improved ball movement. The win ensured a first round series against Houston Tuesday. Other games featured Kansas City Omaha’s late win over Cleveland to dent their playoff hopes.
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Colonels sweep Kemper in golf and tennis meet
Missouri Military Academy defeated Kemper Military School 195-203-268 in golf with Brian Sherry leading Nines. MMA blanked Kemper 9-0 in tennis as Tony King logged a 7-5 6-4 win and doubles pairs dominated. MMA to host Jefferson City in tennis and travel to Salisbury for baseball.
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Melchionni Sparks Nets Past Spirits In ABA Playoffs
Bill Melchionni came off the bench to energize New York as they defeated the Spirits of St Louis 111 105 in the ABA playoffs. Melchionni handed out six assists and keyed the late rally to give the Nets a 1 0 series lead. Julius Erving scored 32 points and Billy Paultz added 24 for New York. Kentucky Colonels beat Memphis Sounds 98 91 behind Artis Gilmore 25 points. Denver Nuggets toppled Utah Stars 122 107 as Ralph Simpson led with 20 and eight Nuggets reached double figures.
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Centralia golfers sweep Paris in varsity and junior varsity
Centralia Panthers outscored Paris 188 to 207 in varsity and 194 to 274 in junior varsity. Medalist Brian Wheeler fired 42 for nine holes, while Paris’ Rod Kaufman led JV with a 79 and Todd Rowe led Paris varsity with a 61. Other Centralia scores included Green 47 Beasley 47 Flink 50 and Rives 44.
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Opening Day Sparks Warm Weather for Reds Dodgers
The start of major league baseball sees Cincinnati Reds host the Los Angeles Dodgers as springlike temperatures rise into the 50s and forecasts push toward the 60s. The NL kicks off its 100th season with Montreal at St Louis, Atlanta at Houston, and eight more NL, plus AL games including Kansas City at Anaheim and Yankees hosting Cleveland.
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Eight Major League Openers Start 100th NL Season
Eight MLB teams kick off the 100th NL and 75th AL campaigns with openers in varied cities. Dodgers and Reds forewarn a battle as Don Sutton and Don Gullett duel in Riverfront Stadium amid a star-filled opener. Gibson aims for a rebound year in St. Louis. Niekro faces Dierker in Houston and Ryan-Busby in California-Kansas City highlight pitching intrigue. Illinois ups Lou Henson to lead New Mexico State at Illinois.
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Baseball Openers and Opening Week Scores Across Leagues
AP notes early season baseball matchups in American and National Leagues with slated games for Monday through Thursday. Key pitchers include Blyleven, Jenkins, and Dierker, while teams such as New York, Boston, California, and Pittsburgh prepare for initial standings and playoff implications.
Redbirds Start Gibson Against Revamped Expos
St Louis ace Bob Gibson, 39, returns as Opening Day starter against Montreal Expos in NL battle. Gibson notes knee improvement but acknowledges lingering pain while Expos rely on a youth movement and veterans Bailey and Coggins on the DL. Montreal went 20-8 in Florida exhibitions and finished last season strong with 18 of 23 wins.
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Cardinals trim roster to 25 as Billings is cut
St Louis Cardinals finalize roster to 25. Rich Billings, 32, is the last cut, with option to be traded or assigned to Tulsa. Tony Scott and Gary Carter shown as young, key outfielders while Keith Hernandez debuts for St Louis at first base. Red Schoendienst notes solid early shape as pitching remains crucial.
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NHL Teams Finally Learn Where To Go
NHL teams learned playoff matchups for the best of three first round with six clubs setting travel plans. Nearby rivals Rangers and Islanders share a commuter series, while Maple Leafs go to Los Angeles, Black Hawks head to Boston, and Blues travel to Pittsburgh as the 1974-75 playoffs loom.
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