Hate Cited As Hrabosky Stops Astros
Houston catcher Cliff Johnson helped trigger Cardinals reliever Al Hrabosky into a controlled hate mood by a two run homer in the eighth, cutting the lead but Hrabosky again closed the ninth after a full count double by pinch hitter Jerry. The Cardinals defeated the Astros 76.
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Houston Stuns St Louis In Pitchers Duel Eight Run Rally
In a tense NL tilt Houston edges St Louis 6 to 7 as DaVanon drives in the tying run in the top of the inning. Hrabosky battles, walking Andrews then fanning Cedeno before Watson grounds out to end the threat. Earlier, Philadelphia, San Diego, and Pittsburgh won their Monday games.
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Teenage League Cubs Dash Giants 87 Victory Monday Night
Joe Martinez powered the Terry Bunch Motor Cubs with two doubles as they beat the Rons Krispy Fried Chicken Giants 87 in Junior Teenage League play. Will Rolland added a double, and Scott Grantland pitched a complete game for the Cubs while the Giants rallied for four in the third before solid defense halted the comeback.
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Umbarger Shines as Rangers Top Orioles in Relief Start
Frank Lucchesi moved Jim Umbarger from bullpen to rotation last season and he responded with a 6-4 record this year after a 6-4 win over the Baltimore Orioles. Umbarger earned ninth inning help from Steve Foucault as Texas defeated Baltimore 6-4, while Kansas City routed Detroit 10-0 and Minnesota beat Cleveland 7-2.
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Champagne Girl Eleanor Holm recalls famed Olympic suspension
Eleanor Holm, the 1936 Champagne Girl, now Mrs. Thomas Whalen, recounts her suspension from the U.S. team for drinking during training. She recalls Brundage’s role, the Europe voyage, and her post suspension life, including interviews with Hitler and later marriage to Billy Rose.
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Lead Off Draft Today Astros After Pitcher
Houston Astros lead off the 12th annual summer free agent draft seeking Floyd Bannister, an 18-1 Arizona State left hander. Prospects who jump straight to the majors after the draft have struggled. Eddie Bane’s swift move to Minnesota sparked college coach Jim Brock’s warning. Bannister, a Seattle native, will be 21 and has 195 strikeouts with a 1.35 ERA in 167 innings, while ASU opens College World Series play. Based on history, immediate big league elevation has rarely paid off for the fastest risers.
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Rockets land No 1 picks in NBA and MLB drafts
Houston Rockets acquire the top NBA draft choice by trading Joe C. Meriweather and Gus Bailey to Atlanta for the No. 1 selection. The Houston Astros hold the NL’s worst record and are expected to take Arizona State pitcher Floyd Bannister, though manager Bill Virdon cautions immediate big league help is unlikely. Tom Nissalke has taken over as coach of the...
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Rockets eyeing John Lucas as first draft pick
Rockets want to solidify guard positions by selecting University of Maryland guard John Lucas as their top choice in the upcoming NBA draft, aiming to bolster backcourt strength.
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Montreal Olympic Complex Nears Official Handover
New York AP reports Montreal will officially turn over Olympic venues to organizers on Sunday, about a week late, after a costly build. Minister Victor Goldbloom recalls near failure but notes the $1.5 billion project now moves to final phases with stadium roof mast, dressing rooms, and turf upgrades for Expos and Allouettes.
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Babes Top Tivoli in Slo-Pitch Debut Victory 18-6
Slo-Pitch results show Babes rally past Tivoli entrants 18-6 after 42 hits as Chacha Lopez delivers strong pitching. Walles Dynamites edge VFW 3-2 in a 15-hit game. Circle 7 beats Port Lavaca 11-1 to stay third in Zone 1. Dukes lead with 10-2, Chavana's 10-3.
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Port Lavaca Little League Postponed By Soggy Ground
Little League games in Port Lavaca were postponed Monday due to soggy ground. Makeup games are planned for early next week before awards for Little League Minor and Pee Wee divisions. Standings show Rexco and Oshman tied for first at 10-2 in Little League, with Jaycees atop Minor League at 13-0 and Calhoun Bar Association leading Pee Wee at 13-0. Tonight's schedule features Rotary vs Pharmacy and Lions vs VFW in Little League, Progressive Service League vs Cunningham's Pharmacy and Jaycees vs Auto Parts in Minor League.
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Victoria Advocate Sponsors Slo Pitch Tourney in Victoria
An open slo pitch softball tournament will be held in Victoria June 25 26 27 under the Victoria Softball Association with The Victoria Advocate as sponsor. Deadline to enter is June 18 and the entry fee is 30 per team. For information write PO Box 4101 Victoria Texas 77901 or call Tom Treybig 575 5453 575 4052 or Alan Obsta 575 5170.
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Major League Leaders By The Associated Press
American and National League leaders listed by batting runs, RBIs and other stats. Notables include Otis of Kansas City leading both leagues in runs and home runs while Rose and Griffey top NL in batting and runs. Pitching leaders show Tanana and Seaver among the strikeout and ERA leaders.
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Arizona to play 27 game schedule next season
Tucson Arizona AP reports defending Western Athletic Conference basketball champion Arizona will schedule 27 games for the upcoming season, including an exhibition against the Yugoslavian national team.
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