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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1980
Page
2
Jerry Koosman, 37, hurler for the Minnesota Twins, struck out 15 Royals and guided his team to a 24 to 1 victory. He worked out of jams after early rhythm problems and credited Butch Wynegar for key support behind the plate.
Ron Koosman struck out a record 10 after tying the Twins' club mark as he fanned Hal McRae and U L Washington four times each in a 9 5 loss. Amos Otis recalled Steve Carlton’s 1969 19 strikeout night, while Roy Smalley hit his eighth homer for the Twins helping pace a KC jam. Larry Gura (9 3) took the loss despite strong control through six innings.
George Brett, AL third baseman, may miss the 1980 All Star game due to an ankle injury. Royals GM Joe Burke said Brett could be ready around the break, but might not rejoin the club until early next month. Brett has missed 22 games this season from ligament damage and a bruised heel.
In Ottawa Babe Ruth action VFW edged the Eagles 5-4 after a late rally while Lions defeated Boys Club 8-4. Derek Chappell and Eric Green pitched well for VFW with Chappell earning the win alongside strong defense. Alan Phillips pitched all game for Boys Club in the loss and Lions pulled away in the bottom of the third. A managers meeting follows at 6:30 with Eagles vs Rotary and Sertoma vs Kiwanis games scheduled.
Isiah Thomas, guarding Magic Johnson, helped the U S Olympic team to an 82 76 win over NBA players in Indianapolis. Thomas scored nine points and had five assists as the Olympians finished 4 1 against professionals. Michael Brooks led with 13 points, while Rolando Blackman, Aguirre, and Vranes added double figure scoring.
John McEnroe, seeded No 2, defeated Butch Watts 6-3 6-3 6-0 in the Wimbledon first round on a slippery surface as he talked about a new, more relaxed attitude. Borg won earlier as rain disrupted play.
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