Gil Hodges remembered as beloved baseball figure
In West Palm Beach UPI reports the death of Gil Hodges, former Dodger star and Mets manager, at age 47 after a heart attack following a golf round. Walter O Malley called Hodges a beloved ballplayer, noting his leadership and integrity. Hodges played 17 major league seasons, led Dodgers to seven pennants and two world titles, and joined the Mets to guide their 1969 miracle championship. He is survived by wife Joan, three daughters and a son.
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Lakers Rally Past Bulls in Tight 152-143 Shootout
Lakers hold a late lead stretch as Chicago battles back, Chamberlain struggles with hand injuries, and Ray leads Bulls with 20 points. West and Goodrich power Los Angeles while fouls and free throws shape the rough game. Campanella remains in serious condition in New York hospital. Catlett appointed Cincinnati head coach succeeding Baker.
Parker Seeks to Play Ball Amid Strike Turbulence
Wes Parker, Dodgers player representative, urges unity and wants to play baseball despite ongoing owner-player strike talks. He has opposed the strike from the start, faced potential backlash, and notes the season’s opening schedule with Dodgers hosting the Reds at Dodger Stadium.
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Hodges Collapse and Death Shocks Mets at 47
The article recalls Gil Hodges’s stern leadership and plain spoke persona. It notes his influence on the Mets and hints at possible replacements such as Yogi Berra or Hank Bauer, but says none match Hodges’s unique qualities as described by Walter O’Malley.
Generation gap over MLB players strike noted by old stars
Old ex-players in the Carolinas question why current stars complain about pay. Enos Slaughter recalls $25,000 seasons and frozen pensions since 1966. Bobby Richardson supports not striking, cites pension gains and owner changes from sportsman to corporate. Tommy Byrne laments past holdouts while recalling his own wild pitching days.
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Long Beach State Basketball Notes and Upcoming Games
Beach State forward watched by Ed Ratleff and Gil Castillo as Terry heads to Olympic camp. Ratleff honored for Olympic tryout. coach Tarkasian may coach a Colorado Springs development team. Lemons jokes about Wooden and season results. Long Beach State eyes Marquette game at Long Beach Arena, announces tourneys including All-College Classic in Oklahoma City. Schedule features North Texas State, Creighton, Long Island, UC Irvine, Loyola, Florida State, Brigham Young, Northern Illinois, Jacksonville, Puget Sound, Montana State, and Portland State in various events. Attendance listed as 3340 with gate details.
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Stewart wins Singapore Grand Prix in dominant run
Max Stewart of Australia led most of the crash prone 24 car field, reduced to eight by finish, winning the 150 mile Singapore Grand Prix by 160 seconds over the second place car.
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