White Sox Close Gap On Yankees In AL Race
Chicago White Sox sweep doubleheader over Baltimore 6-2 and 3-0 while New York loses at Detroit 7-2. With Detroit loss and Chicago idle, the Sox trim the Yankees margin to four games in the AL chase. Keegan delivered a three-hitter in the opener, boosting Chicago’s late-season push as Buck, Sturdivant, Shantz, Wilson, Pierce, Donovan prepare for a New York series at Comiskey Park.
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Ottawa Stars Victors 5-4 In Little League Consolation
The Ottawa Recreation Commission Rotary league All Stars defeated Meridan 5-4 to win the Little League Tournament consolation bracket at Topeka. Ottawa trailed early as Meridan plated three in the first before relief pitcher Harry Morton shut them down. Morton blanked Meridan in the fourth and Ottawa capitalized as time ran out, scoring the deciding run before the game was called. Bronze medallions were awarded to Ottawa players and coaches.
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Lions End Season With 11-5 Mark In Ottawa Midget League
Jim Burgoon played his last game as a midget as the Lions finished 11 wins and 5 losses, placing second in the Ottawa Recreation Commission Rotary baseball league midget division. During the season they avenged defeats by turning the tables on every team that beat them.
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Pomona Lions Defeat Edgerton in Season Finale
The Pomona Lions Midget baseball team closed its season with a 12 to 5 victory over Edgerton. Edgerton pitcher L. Triplett fanned 12 Pomona batters but issued 17 walks, while Pomona pitcher Bernard Nelson struck out 11 and walked four to earn the win. Nelson and his battery mate led the effort.
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Father and Son Dominate Ottawa Country Club Tourney
In a weekend set of finals at Ottawa Country Club, Jack Henning defeated Bob Sophy to win the overall title, mirroring last season. Homer J. Henning captured the A flight by 6 and 5 over Dick Peters, while Tom Gleason took B flight 6 and 5, and Hank Gilroy won C flight over Clarence Sheldon.
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Amarillo Clubs Sweep Sioux City in Western League rout
Amarillo rallied from 3-1 down after six frames to crush Sioux City 16-5 and keep pace in the Western League. Lincoln shut out Pueblo 6-0, Topeka edged Colorado Springs 3-2, and Des Moines beat Albuquerque 5-4 as Stadnicki earned his 21st win. Rudy Tanner homered for Topeka, aiding a late comeback that included a chaotic eighth inning scoring play.
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Milwaukee Open Victory for Ken Venturi at Milwaukee
Ken Venturi of San Francisco, 26, won the Milwaukee Open and a $6,000 prize from the $35,000 event. The victory highlights Venturi's steady rise as a touring pro, following his early career and strong performance in major golf events.
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Roberts Is No Longer Starter for Phillies
Robin Roberts, longtime Phillies pitcher, has been dropped from the starting rotation by manager Mayo Smith after a 7-3 loss to the Milwaukee Braves. Roberts allowed six hits including two home runs in 3 1 3 innings, prompting the decision to replace him in the rotation.
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Hazle Hottest Hitter In Game With Braves
Philadelphia report notes minor league outfielder Bob Hazle who revived his baseball career with Milwaukee. Since joining the Braves he has a .526 average in 57 at bats with 30 hits and five home runs, driving in 21 runs as Milwaukee won 7-3 over the Phillies for their 14th win in 18 games.
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Kid with power draws praise in Minneapolis baseball note
A promising young hitter drew praise from veteran Andy Pafko who noted his strong wrists and selective swing. The Millers split a twin bill with Indianapolis. Omaha edged Charleston 3-2 behind Lasseter’s 27th homer. St. Paul’s pitching streak continued at six straight wins as Gray led a Saints’ offense.
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Williams fans 10 as St Paul beats Wichita 7 5 for 17th win
Stan Williams struck out 10 of Wichita's Braves to surpass 200 strikeouts this season, becoming the first American Association pitcher to reach the mark. The St Paul win, his 17th of the year, trimmed the Braves' league lead to five and a half games.
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