Reds explode past Cardinals 12-0 in shutout victory
Reds snap four-game skid with 17-hit attack led by Tony Perez four for five including a two-run homer and George Foster four hits. Ross Grimsley earned three-hit pitching as Cincinnati routed St Louis 12-0, moving within striking distance in a tight NL East race.
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Alex Johnson benched by Angels after grounding out slow
The controversy over Alex Johnson flared as California manager Lefty Phillips benched the AL batting champion in the first inning of a 10-1 loss to Boston. Johnson had failed to run to first on a routine ground out, fueling questions about his status for the next game.
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Indians Could Lose 3 Players Over Illegal Bonuses
Cleveland Indians face possible temporary or permanent loss of at least three players and a heavy fine if Commissioner Bowie Kuhn finds illegal performance bonuses in contracts. Reports tie Sam McDowell Graig Nettles and Ken Harrelson to the issue with unsigned oral agreements under manager Alvin Dark.
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Belmont Stakes Dares Canonero II in Triple Crown bid
Belmont Stakes pits Canonero II against two rivals as he seeks the first Triple Crown since Citation in 1948. The Venezuelan owned Kentucky bred colt, favorite after Derby and Preakness wins, faces Jim French and Bold Reason with 13 entered for the 2 1/2 mile race. Post time 5:35 p.m. EDT. CBS and local channels carry the coverage.
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Belmont Field Horse Hockey Entry List Summary
A jumble of names and stables appears for a horse racing purse event. Notable presenters include Calbott Avila Bold, William Lavin, Cruguel Fale, Mrs Ethel Jacobs, Neil Hellman Balta, Tartan Stable, Rotz, Christiana Stable, and October House Farm. Purse totals show one prize of 6210 to the winner with a 1000 to 0.
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Melnyk Takes 3 Up Lead In British Amateur Final
In Carnoustie Scotland Steve Melnyk Jacksonville Fla opened a three hole edge on Jim Simons Butler Pa after nine of 36 holes in the British Amateur Championship final. Melnyk, former U S Amateur winner, birdied the 2nd and 3rd holes to grab the early advantage while Simons faced Hugh Stuart of Scotland in the quarter finals.
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Royals Put Finger on Yankees in Wild Friday Night
In New York, Ken Wright was forced from a 6-2 Royals win after an illegal bandage on his blistered middle finger led to ejection. Elston Howard alerted the umpire to possible pine tar as Wright struggled after the sixth. Paul Schaal homered and Cookie Rojas added two RBIs in the first inning, giving Kansas City an early lead they never relinquished.
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Nicklaus Forges Into Atlanta Tie
Jack Nicklaus and John Miller shared the lead at the Atlanta Golf Classic after 36 holes with 135 totals. Nicklaus shot 68 at Atlanta Country Club, while Miller, after a 65 opening round, matched the pace despite heat and ball losses. Gardner Dickinson lurked two off the pace in solo third.
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Sharman Wants To Return to LA
Utah Stars coach Bill Sharman seeks Lakers job amid dispute. Stars sue for 5 million and obtained a temporary restraining order blocking him from signing with Los Angeles. Lakers GM Fred Schaus identifies Sharman as top candidate to replace Joe Mullaney, contingent on contract release.
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