Reds hold uncertain lineup as Spring Training ends
Cincinnati Reds head for Atlanta to face the Southern Association club after a 5 2 victory over the Yankees in Florida. Manager Luke Sewell debates six man outfield and second base while Ewell Blackwell’s role and the pitching staff remain unsettled. Walker Cooper and Johnny Wyrostek led the win with a home run apiece and Wyrostek added a two run shot. Kent Peterson pitched well as he limited the Yankees to six hits in seven innings.
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Ken Raffensberger
Day By Day Ignoring Mikan Works Says Les Pugh
Les Pugh’s team defeats the Lakers in a notable game while ignoring early reports about Mikan. The matchup showcases strategic adjustments and key performances by their lineup.
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Question Pugh Answers How to Stop George Mikan and Lakers
Les Pugh of the Baltimore Bullets explains pro teams ignore Mikan by letting him score while shutting down the smaller stars. He notes Mikan's size and the 12 minute quarters, 33 percent shooting, and league rules favor offense, making 90 to 95 point games common.
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Feinthal Backs Middie Spring Makers In Double Duty
Feinthal, a two sport standout at Middie, prepares for football quarterback duties next fall while excelling in baseball and track. He trains at Lincoln Field with an improvised iron ball, demonstrating he can lead in weight events and is a key two sport performer for Deacon Diehl's team.
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Wynn and Gordon Back in Indians Spring Scrimmage
In Grapefruit league play at El Paso Early Wynn and Joe Gordon spark the Cleveland Indians as veterans vie for spots. Wynn, 30, has five wins with no losses in five starts, while Gordon, 35, homered reaching 365 feet with a man aboard. Bob Lemon and Gene Bearden to pitch next, Giants counter with Dave Koslo.
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All-Star Cagers Defeat Trotters in Cleveland Showdown
The Harlem Globetrotters and College All-Americans played to a 66-58 win by the Collegians on a slippery floor in Cleveland. A crowd of 13,227 watched as the teams prepare for a rematch in Indianapolis tonight.
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Harness figure Mooney dies at 82 in Detroit
John Mooney longtime Elks exalted ruler and Hambletonian Society of America president died at his Detroit home aged 82 He was a prominent breeder of harness horses and led the field in the sport during his career.
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Sunny Side Up Sports Wit From Ohio Scribblers
Ohio sports writers deliver light mockery during sports doldrums. Jim Schlemmer notes Jack Graham's trade and costly baseballs. Ete Mineo quips about pennants and rookie overrating. Bob McCarthy recalls Miller City’s 29 straight wins. Bill Moeller jokes about Hamilton coaches’ pay. Fred Tharp jokes Purdue moving to Ohio and Ohioans at Ohio State.
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Durocher Irritated by Giants Pitching in Camp
In San Antonio Leo Durocher says he is not worried yet about Giants pitchers despite three hurlers giving up 31 runs in three games. He added that if the bad showing continues he will worry and stressed that the arms are loose and throwing hard.
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New York Giants
Eagles' Hot Rods Strive For Honor Roll Comeback
The Hot Rods face a tight Eagle Lodge League race after dropping two to the Yanks while Buzz Bombs extend their lead. Scorers include Bill Dinan 562 for the Hot Rods, Bryan Himmelright 535 for the Bombers, and Jim Selby 563 for Twin Bars, as several leagues miss the honor roll with weak showings.
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No More Football So Rio Grande Coach Quits
Rio Grande College coach Christy Earl Arnold announced on Monday he will leave at the end of the school year. He said he is a football man and the college has dropped football. Arnold noted the college plans to hire a basketball coach who can teach other subjects. He played tackle for Ohio State in 1937 1938 and coached there as an assistant in 1947.
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Poling leads Ohio to 5 3 win over Le Moyne College
Don Poling pitched seven innings allowing five hits and no runs as Ohio University defeated LeMoyne College 5 to 3 in Hickory North Carolina yesterday.
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Ingots edge Triangles for unofficial Armco crown
Blevins and Wells led the Ingots as they rallied past the Triangles 52 to 49 at the YMCA. The Ingots tied the game late after key Triangles players fouled out and sealed the win with a late free throw by Blevins. Blevins scored 23 and Wells 29 as Ingots outshot from the line, while Orville McQueen led Triangles with 12.
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Buckeyes Drill On Muddy Field
The second outdoor practice session at Ohio State University features 107 football hopefuls on a muddy field. Twelve lettermen from the Rose Bowl champion team reported for practice, while four others Vic Janowicz Ray Hamilton Dick Widdoes and Ralph Armstrong pursue other spring plans. Three former players George Toneff Jack Jennings and Jim Hague assist in coaching the spring drills.
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UD Cancels Spring Track Schedule in Dayton
University of Dayton officials announced the spring track schedule is cancelled due to stadium renovations. Track coach Joe Quinn will lead spring backfield practice squads while athletic director Harry Ballian oversees the decision.
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Exhibition Baseball Scores From Yesterday
Yesterday's results include Boston N 6 Detroit 4 Springfield 7 Washington 4 Cincinnati 6 New York A St Louis N 5 Boston A 4 Cleveland 5 New York N 3 Philadelphia N at New Orleans SA rain Chicago A 9 St Louis A 5.
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Ousted tourney boss claims dismissal not answer to players
CHICAGO AP The PGA awaited fallout from firing George Schneiter as tournament bureau manager. Players led by stars such as Sam Snead and Ben Hogan threaten action as Schneiter, a Utah pro, asserts dismissal fails to address player problems. He was ousted after negotiating contracts without full PGA authorization.
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Rift in PGA leaves Columbus unsure on June tourney
Columbus mayor James A. Rhodes halted all plans for the PGA Tournament set for June 2027 amid a reported rift between players and the association. After a nine hour Chicago conference the PGA dismissed George Schneiter as bureau manager leaving the city uncertain who will replace him.
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Forecasting Masters Winning Score Not Just Winner
Augusta notes that predicting the Masters champion is risky though predicting winning score is easier. Averaging around 281 for 72 holes, the best score varies little across years while favorites include Hogan Snead Middlecoff Palmer and Burke among many names on preview lists.
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Fights Last Night Across Several Cities
Summary of bouts with fighters Vib lemain, Car bid o, Dau thuille and DeMarco competing in Philadelphia Hartford Youngstown Pittsburgh and Newark. Vib lemain outpointed Otie Graham in Philadelphia while Carbido stopped Beau Jack in Hartford and Dau thuille defeated Charley Affi in Pittsburgh. DeMarco beat Char Lewis in Newark.
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Midwest judge sentences two in court to prison terms
A Midwest judge sentenced two defendants to three to five years in prison or potential relocation to a distant area described as West Texas. The case underscores the court's emphasis on firm penalties and deterrence.
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