Horton Resumes Play With Tigers In Wild 7 1 Victory
Willie Horton reappeared at Comiskey Park and sparked Detroit to a 7 6 victory over Chicago with a bases loaded double in the first inning. Horton, who had walked out last Thursday, was fined for his absence and later apologized. The Tigers moved over .500 for the first time since April 25 as Earl Wilson earned the win.
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McLain on pace to defy 30 win goal in 1969 season
Detroit pitcher Dennis McLain, coming off a 31 win 1968, remains ahead of schedule despite health questions. Cortisone gives hope for continued success while Mayo Smith emphasizes McLain’s skill and the need for a pennant, not 30 victories, as the season opens against the Chicago White Sox.
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Realization Pace at Roosevelt With Rum Customer on Pole
Rum Customer drew the No 1 post and is the morning line 4-5 favorite for the $93123 Real ization Pace at Roosevelt Raceway. Billy Haughton to drive the 4 year old colt.
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Baseball Leaders Show Top A L and N L Averages and Spanks
League Leaders list American League batting runs RBIs and pitching with Carew Petrocelli Blair Robinson Harper Foy and others highlighted. National League batting Kessinger Jones Aaron Banks Santo and McCovey lead in key categories with Kessinger and Aaron among top hitters.
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JL Meeting for Coaches at Youth Center
A meeting of all Junior League coaches is set for 7 30 p m on Thursday at the Youth Center. The gathering aims to organize coaching duties and share plans for upcoming activities.
Van Breda Kolff Signs Pistons Coaching Pact
Detroit AP Bill van Breda Kolff signed a two year contract as coach of the Detroit Pistons, two days after resigning from the Los Angeles Lakers. He succeeds Paul Seymour and brings a Princeton Dragons era record into the NBA with a noted emphasis on team play.
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Majestic Prince May Run In Belmont Despite Plans
Majestic Prince may skip California rest and race at Belmont Park in the Belmont Stakes. Owner Frank McMahon reportedly changed plans, with trainer Johnny Longden not commenting. Pimlico officials and Edna Resky denied the Belmont run, while The New York Times quoted McMahon stating a Belmont bid remains possible.
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Belmont and Will Watch Him To See How He Comes Around,” McMahon
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Golf Action At Garnett Golf Classic Near City Park
Garnett Country Club hosts its annual Trophy Golf Tournament at City Park golf course this Sunday. Registration runs 7:30 to 10 a.m. for an 18 hole event with a $3 entrance fee. Trophies go to the top three in five flights.
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Austrian driver Rindt hopeful as Indy 500 prep continues
Jochen Rindt of Vienna, a 27 year old F1 driver, races in Indianapolis qualifying for the May 30 Indy 500. He notes weather delays helped foreigners catch up, while criticizing past USAC practices. His car arrived in pieces and mechanics work while he bicycles the grounds awaiting a finished vehicle.
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