Reds Sweep Dodgers In Tight Opening Series
The Cincinnati Reds topped the Los Angeles Dodgers 7-6 to complete a three game sweep in the season opener. Tony Perez delivered the decisive eighth inning double as Sparky Anderson’s club harried LA with late rallies and a five run fourth inning.
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Rookie Norris debuts with three-hitter as A's rout White Sox
Alvin Dark finds solace in scripture after Catfish Hunter leaves Oakland. rookie right-hander Mike Norris, 20, from San Francisco, fires a three-hitter in a 9-0 Oakland win over Chicago. Norris walks three, fans three, and survives a nervous first inning to spark a season start for the A's.
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Dallas signs rookie Thomas Henderson to Cowboys contract
Dallas announces the signing of Langston University linebacker Thomas Henderson as a multi year addition. Henderson asks not to be called Tom and says he will use his signing bonus to help his parents in Austin Texas. He notes the deal is generous and pays more than he has ever had.
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Jokers rout Dirt Dobbers in Slo-Pitch showdown
Jokers rout the Dirt Dobbers 10-0 as four players had two hits each and Bill Kyle hit a homer. In other Liga Games Port Lavaca Sports beat Ted's Lounge 5-4 after trailing 4-0, Beachcomber Babes shut out Queens 8-0, and Dyn-O-Mites edged Sonics 3-2.
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Martin relaxes after victory
Arlington Texas AP Billy Martin the Texas Rangers manager relaxes after a 5 4 win over Minnesota Thursday night securing the Rangers first victory of the year Oakland led the division race in the AL West before the game and Minnesota provided the opposition in a tense contest The win came as the Rangers hoped to challenge for the division title in 197?
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Port Lavaca Hosts Calhoun County Women’s Slo-Pitch Tourney
Ten teams open at Jaycee Field with Beachcomber Babes vs Queens at 7 p.m. in a double elimination event. Umpires award sportsmanship and players on top four finishers receive trophies. Matches continue tonight and tomorrow with multi-game schedule through Sunday finals.
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Palmer Battles for Masters Lead in Rain Soaked Round
Arnold Palmer at 45 pressed for another Masters victory as Bob Nichols led with 67, Jack Nicklaus and Miller tied for second at 68, while Johnny Miller struggled to 75. Lee Elder shot 74 amid a rain drenched day.
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Baseball Standings Friday and Weekend Schedule
Friday matchups include Boston at Baltimore Cuellar 22 10 and Wise 34, Detroit at New York Hunter 25 12, Cleveland at Milwaukee J Perry 17 12, Minnesota at Kansas City Goltz 10 10, Oakland at Texas Hands 6 5, Chicago Osteen 11 facing California Ryan 22 16. Saturday games feature Boston at Baltimore and Detroit at New York among others with n designated games. Sunday slate lists Detroit at New York and Oakland at Texas among others with several postponed notes.
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Pacers on verge after 3-0 lead in ABA series
Indianapol is faces San Antonio in a tight best of seven as Indiana holds a 3-0 edge. After a 113-103 overtime win, coach Bobby Leonard warned the Pacers cannot relax while Spurs coach Bob Bass stressed the need to win one game. George McGinnis starred with 42 points, 20 rebounds and nine assists, while the series shifts to Market Square Arena for game four.
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Knicks' Barnett Touts Speed as Super Sub in Playoff Win
Jim Barnett came off the bench to spark the New York Knicks to a 106-96 win over the Houston Rockets, tying the opening round series at one game apiece. He scored 15 points and energized the offense with driving layups, while his “Super Sub” play helped erase a late first-half drought.
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Bowling scores highlight Sea Lanes grip on lead in league night
In the Men's Industrial League Sea Lanes Bowling Center topped Cheyenne Real Estate four games to none and overtook General Telephone, while Texaco beat General Telephone and Lands fell to Bottom Dollar. Highs included Jerry Amsbaugh 239 and 598 for Sea Lanes, Monty Tucker 196, Joe Otiz 196, and Raul Villierreal 471 for Texaco.
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Crabs host Mustangs in district opener night
The Sandcrabs meet Lamar Mustangs in a District 25-AAAA game at 7 p.m. with either Bob Belk or Mike Tasler slated to start. Calhoun Jayvees may also meet Lamar at 4 p.m. if weather allows, opening El Campo Jayvee tourney tomorrow.
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Braves Rally Past Bullets In Eastern Semifinal Opener
Buffalo Braves upset Washington Bullets 113-102 in Landover to seize the series lead. Bob McAdoo topped with 35 points and 14 rebounds while Randy Smith added 27 points, Gar Heard 24 points and eight boards as Phil Chenier paced the Bullets with 23 points.
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Hatchbend Seafood Golf Tournament Planned in Port Lavaca
Plans for Hatchbend Country Club annual Seafood Golf Tournament unfold with dates May 17-18 in Port Lavaca. Hatchbend members may apply. invitations go out April 20. First come, first served, limit 128 players, age 21plus, no college students accepted.
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