Orioles Rally Past Yankees in Low-Scoring Victory
Baltimore’s rookie pitchers led a 3-2 win over the New York Yankees as Jerry Walker earned his first decision, with Steve Barber providing late relief. The win extended the Orioles’ lead over Cleveland to two games as Whitey Ford was beaten for the first time by Baltimore this season.
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Major League Baseball standings and results recap
National League standings show Pittsburgh and San Francisco leading with Milwaukee St Louis Chicago and Los Angeles close behind. Notable results include Philadelphia over Milwaukee in 11 innings and Los Angeles routing San Francisco. American League features Baltimore Cleveland New York Kansas City and Washington with Tuesday and Wednesday results and upcoming Thursday games.
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Pastrano Faces Ray in Chicago Stadium Light Bout
Unbeaten Ray Pastrano, a 3- fight winner this year, was a 2-1 favorite against Chicago rival Sonny Ray in a 10 round light heavyweight duel at Chicago Stadium. The bout would be shown on ABC and DDT under the five point must system. Pastrano, now based in Miami Beach, boasts 34 wins 3 draws and 7 defeats with one kayo loss.
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Rathmann Wins 500 Mile Race Money and Gifts
In Indianapolis Rodger Ward quit a close duel with Jim Rathmann on the 197th lap costing Ward about 25000 but earning Rathmann 110000 plus a new car clothing and trophies at the victory dinner. Ward received 48025 a far cry from last year. The pair battled fiercely in a late see-saw finish with Ward nearly bursting a tire and Rathmann sustaining tire wear and a damaged ear.
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Major League Leaders in American League and National League
Baseball leaders across the leagues include Runnels Boston batting .351 with 40 games, Mantle New York 36 runs, Maris New York 30 RBIs and 11 HRs, Minoso Chicago 28 runs and 48 hits, Aparicio Chicago 13 stolen bases, and a mix of others in batting, doubles, and pitching. Pitching leaders include Drysdale with 80 strikeouts and others listed across teams. results reflect 70 or more at bats and the season’s top stats.
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Red Sox Owner Hints At Moving Club
Boston magnate Tom Yawkey vented frustration with local sports writers in a rare Fenway press conference. He suggested moving the team if the press continues to harass the Red Sox but later said no current plans to move or sell. Jurges remains manager though reports of his departure were denied.
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Johansson Receives Trophy For Dempsey Promoted Bout
Ingemar Johansson helps unveil a heavyweight championship trophy donated by Jack Dempsey. The prize honors the June 20 Polo Grounds bout with Floyd Patterson and will feature a replica bronze trophy kept at Dempsey’s. Johansson, accompanied by fiancé Birgit Lundgren, discusses past meetings with Dempsey and preparation for the title fight.
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Cubs Batter Giants 9-1 to Narrow NL Gap
Cubs topple the Giants 9-1 at Candlestick as Jerry Kindall drives in three with a pair of doubles and Ernie Banks adds a homer. Glen Hobbie improves to 4-6 after a shaky second inning, while Chicago chips the Pirates’ lead to 1 percent game.
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Outfielder Bill Tuttle Wears AL Number 13
Outfielder Bill Tuttle of the Kansas City Athletics is the lone American League player sporting uniform number 13 this season.
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Kansas City Athletics
White Sox Scoreboard Takes Beating After Doubleheader
Cleveland knocks off Chicago 4-1 and 9-4 as Jim Piersall hurls a ball at the new Comiskey Park scoreboard. Veeck vows retaliation and defends the flashy device while Minoso hits a near homer that backfires on the wall.
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Major League Stars—Hall Dominates Tigers in 2-1 Win
Pitcher Dick Hall of the A’s allowed only three hits in a 2 1 victory over the Tigers. Sandy Amoros spoiled a shutout with an eighth inning pinch hit home run. Jerry Kindall of the Cubs drove in three runs with two doubles in a 9 1 victory over the Giants.
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Bowling Congress Tournament Hosts Through the Years
The 1961 American Bowling Congress tournament is set for Detroit. Des Moines hosts the 1962 event and Buffalo plans the 1963 tournament.
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