Twins Sweep Indians in 15-Inning Opener and 13-Run Nightcap
The Minnesota Twins beat the Cleveland Indians 7-3 in 15 innings and 13-9 to pull within three games of first in the division. Harmon Killebrew had a two run double to cap a four-run 15th in the opener. Jim Holt homered twice in the nightcap with Steve Braun adding a three-run shot as Minnesota extended its hot streak.
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Reggie Jackson
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Milwaukee
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Chicago
Jim Hunter
Deron Johnson
Ted Kubiak
Bill Singer
Vada Pinson
Tigers
Sandy Alomar
Minnesota
Royals Rally Ties Then Wins in Extra Innings
Montgomery sub for Carlton Fish hits a solo homer in the seventh and adds a 10th inning single off Doug Bird. Wohlford belts a two run shot in the ninth to tie, while Cepeda homers earlier for Boston.
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Royals
Montgomery
Carlton Fish
Doug Bird
Jim Wohlford
Orlando Cepeda
Red Sox
Baseball Standings and Scores Across Leagues
In the American League East Detroit leads with 23 wins while New York sits at 28 24. Results include Minnesota beating Cleveland 7-3 in 15 innings and Detroit 4 7 loss at California. National League action features Chicago beating Los Angeles 6 4 and San Francisco 9 Pittsburgh 7 with late inning dramatics.
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Staroba Traded From Browns to Redskins for Draft Pick
Cleveland Browns trade wide receiver Paul Staroba to the Washington Redskins for an undisclosed future draft choice. Staroba, 6-3, 204 pounds from Michigan, was a third round pick in 1971 and led the Big Ten in punting in 1970 with a 41.5 yard average. Redskins coach George Allen praised his size and speed and noted he is also a punter.
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Ryun falters as Kip Keino wins ITA mile at MSG
The ITA season finale at Madison Square Garden drew 15,502 fans. Kip Keino led the mile in 4 03 as Jim Ryun finished last amid heavy crowd boos. Other winners included Brian Oldfield Lacey O Neal George Young and Chris Fisher. Seagren failed to clear 17 feet 3 inches. ITA president Mike O Hara remained optimistic for next season.
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Chris Fisher
Bob Seagren
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Seagren
Buddy Williamson
Steve Smith
Bergman In Detroit Defenceman Recovers From Knee Surgery
Thommie Bergman of the Detroit Red Wings was reported doing well at University Hospital after surgery on his right knee for torn ligaments. The injury occurred during a game and prompted hope for a swift return.
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Indy Winner Faces Bankruptcy
Indy winner Gordon Johncock agreed at a federal hearing to place his $89 000 share of the $236 022 rain shortened Indianapolis 500 prize into escrow. Bankruptcy referee Nicholas W. Susana will decide if creditors may claim the winnings as part of Johncock's liabilities totaling 369 511 against 66 000 assets including Michigan land and racing company stock.
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Patrick Racing Team, Inc
State
Michigan
Johncock Racing Enterprises, Inc
Friday action in local fastpitch leagues schedule
The Friday card lists games across senior and junior divisions. Key matchups include Bleile's vs Norwalk Vault at VFW and Home Savings vs Huron Cty Bank at VFW, with other derbies set for McGuan 2 and Mplst venues.
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Home Savings
Huron Cty. Bank
Mplst
Islanders Sign Potvin After No 1 Draft Pick
New York Islanders announce the signing of Denis Potvin the No 1 draft pick to a contract. Terms were not disclosed. Potvin lauded as the most celebrated amateur defenseman since Bobby Orr.
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Rangers Acquire Jim Bibby From Cardinals in Trade
The Texas Rangers obtained pitcher Jim Bibby from St. Louis in exchange for two minor league players. Bibby, 29, posted an 0-2 record and 9.56 ERA this season, while St. Louis received catcher John Wackenfuss and pitcher Mike Nagy from the Rangers’ Spokane roster.
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Mike Nagy
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