Santo Extends Hit Streak To 27 Games
Cubs star Ron Santo returns from a facial injury to extend his hitting streak to 27 games with a seventh inning single off Don Cardwell, driving in the winning run in a 6-4 Chicago victory over Pittsburgh as darkness ended play. Santo adds three hits and his 16th homer in the opener, remaining 10 games from the NL record of 37 set by Tommy Holmes.
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Roberts Released by Astros After Waiver Decision
Hall of Fame hopeful Robin Roberts, the major leagues' winningest active pitcher, was placed on waivers by the Houston Astros for unconditional release at age 39. He reacted angrily, storming from the clubhouse after Grady Hatton informed him, and a club spokesman said a Tuesday press conference was hoped.
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Mantle as Yankees coach a possibility after 1968 season
Yankee manager Ralph Houk backs Mickey Mantle as a potential coach, with club president backing and Mantle’s status uncertain. Mantle’s improvement late in the year raises the prospect of delaying retirement, contingent on performance through October and a possible 1969 season.
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McDowell and Pascual Clash in Cleveland Showdown
Cleveland Indians pitcher Sudden Sam McDowell seeks a return to form tonight at Municipal Stadium against Camilo Pascual of Minnesota. The Twins halted a seven game slide with a 5-4 win as Bob Allison delivered a late two run homer off John O'Donoghue.
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