Robinson Sparks Reds Rally In 16-7 Win Over Phillies
Frank Robinson belted a three run homer in the fifth to turn a three run deficit into a 16 7 Cincinnati victory over Philadelphia. Roger Craig earned the win as the series moved to the next game with Jim Bunning slated to start for the Phillies.
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Athletics Beat Twins to Clinch Champagne Night
The Kansas City Athletics led by Charles Finley celebrated a first-time cellar escape with a 4-1 doubleheader sweep in Los Angeles, surpassing Boston. Tony Oliva and Don Mincher supplied Twins offense, while John Wyatt sealed the nightcap for Oakland. Yankees routed Boston, Orioles beat Cleveland, Tigers topped Washington.
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Playoff Openers Herald Mixed IL Action
In the IL playoffs Columbus toppled Syracuse 6-3 while Toronto beat Atlanta 3-1. Ed Hobaugh dazzled for Columbus in relief, Johnny Powers drove in two with a homer, and Jack Lamabe spun a three hitter for Toronto as Maple Leafs struck early. Tonight Syracuse visits Columbus and Toronto travels to Atlanta for 8 p.m. EST games.
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Friday Results and Weekend Games Across MLB Standings
Cincinnati beats Philadelphia 16 to 7 while Los Angeles defeats Houston 3 to 0 Milwaukee over Pittsburgh 4 to 3 Chicago tops San Francisco 5 to 4 New York defeats St. Louis 6 to 3 Philadelphia hosts Cincinnati Friday in a later game and New York visits St. Louis while Los Angeles plays Houston and San Francisco faces Chicago in remaining primetime matchups Also noted are Minnesota 6 Boston 4 and New York 9 Boston 0 results along with several playoff and league indicators Columbus leads Syracuse in International League playoffs Toronto tops Atlanta 3 to 1 with Toronto up 1 0 in series standings.
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Dayton Man Wins IMGA Sprint Car Feature at IMCA Meet
Harold Smith of Dayton Ohio won the 30 lap feature race at the IMCA sprint car event in St Paul earning 1100 dollars for first place. His time was 10 minutes 41.97 seconds. Dean Mast of Dover Ohio won the six lap trophy dash with Smith finishing fourth.
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Autry denies rehiring of manager Rigney for 1966
Gene Autry denied reports that Bill Rigney would be kept on as manager for the 1966 season. Autry spoke at Chavez Ravine during the Los Angeles-Kansas City game and said a decision on next year had not been made, though Rigney had done a good job.
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Drag race qualifier records set at Indianapolis Raceway Park
Gordon Collett of Portsmouth Ohio posts a top speed of 192.70 in the quarter mile during qualifications for the 11th national drag race championship at Indianapolis Raceway Park.
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Lefbvre's Bat Keeps LA On Top
Dodgers rookie Jim Lefebvre delivers two RBIs and a run scored to pace a 3-0 win over Houston, lifting Los Angeles one game up on Cincinnati and two ahead of San Francisco and Milwaukee.
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Hickman HRs Leads Mets in Victory Over St Louis
Jim Hickman homered in his first three at bats and added a single in the fourth, driving in four runs as the Mets defeated the Cardinals. Al Downing limited the Yankees to five hits in New York's 90 win over Boston.
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Veterans Face Final Year At National Tennis Champs
At the West Side Tennis Club, veterans like Pietrangeli Osuna Santana Emerson Stolle and Ralston weigh midcareer shifts as the National Championships begin. Emerson and Santana seek titles while contemplating amateur retirement. concurrent stars like Stolle and Osuna face first-round matches as the 50th edition proceeds with Maria Bueno defending the women’s title.
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Collier Warns Browns About Repeat Chances
Cleveland coach Blanton Collier warned that only six teams have repeated as NFL champions among about 30 hopefuls. He urged focus and concentration as the Browns prepare for a night exhibition doubleheader versus the Green Bay Packers, with around 83 000 fans expected.
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Viking Quarterback Tarkenton Drives 57 17 Victory
Fran Tarkenton threw two touchdown passes and led a 210 yard passing attack with 198 rushing as the Vikings beat Dallas 57 17 in Friday night exhibition action. The defense added six interceptions to pace Minnesota.
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Major League Leaders Summary of 1960s pace setters
The leaders include Clemente of Pittsburgh batting .345 with 325 at bats and Rose of Cincinnati with 176 hits. Aaron of Milwaukee hits 173, Mays tops home runs with 41, Koufax leads with 313 strikeouts and 12 decision pitching record of .769 for Nuxhall tied to Cincinnati.
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Browns Prep for Steelers Clash After Four Wins
The Browns have won four exhibitions with one left next Saturday in Akron against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The regular season opener is Sept. 19 in Washington. Cleveland is favored by one point over the Packers, while Detroit is tipped to win its practice game by six points. Coach Allie Sherman of the Giants praises Earl Morrall, the new Cleveland quarterback from Detroit, who may see action tonight. Erich Barnes, traded from the Giants, may play but not start at strong safety. Ross Fichtner is the likely starter there.
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