Braves Not Loaning Out Oscar Brown Again
Oscar Brown, 24, son of a multi talented family, has been firmly kept in the Atlanta Braves system after early loan spells. Coach Luman Harris speaks highly of Brown, noting his close competition with Ralph Garr for the center field spot and Brown’s growing confidence. Brown, who previously starred for Poly High, praises his experience and plans for a strong 1978 season while Ollie Brown and Willie Brown are mentioned as family connections in baseball and football. The article also notes Dodgers spring activities and minor trade chatter around Dodgers and Angels.
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Flood saga framed by looming baseball scoring shifts
Veteran scout notes possible settlement in Flood case before court intervention. Caps on high salaries across sports appear with McLain amid Detroit links, while football faces federal probes into a betting ring. Local Mets interest grows with Lakewood pair Gaspar and Marshall aiming for final roster.
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Dave Marstill
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Alvin Dark
Steeplechase Grand Prix Victory At Ascot Park
Sherman Oaks rider Skip van Leeuwen won the 10th Steeplechase Grand Prix at Ascot Park before 3100 spectators. He seized the lead on the middle lap of the JM-lap event and cruised to his fifth Ascot steeplechase title amid a dramatic late surge.
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Sherman Oaks
Ascot Park
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Mets 17 runs cap wild day in spring action
The New York Mets exploded for 17 runs in a one sided win over St Louis led by Ted Martinez six RBIs on two homers including a grand slam while Ron Swoboda added two homers and five RBIs. Houston and Kansas City also featured a slugfest with 54 hits and eight homers in a 20 19 finish amid windy conditions. Detroit and Minnesota played at Clearwater with exhibition lineups.
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Orr Extends Lead as Bruins Blank Canadiens 2-0
Orr raises point lead to 97 in a 2-0 Bruins win over Montreal. Slum stopped 25 shots for his first shutout. Montreal suffers fifth straight defeat. Mel Kenzie and Ken Lodge deflected two Orr shots in the first period for Boston. New York’s 3-0 win over Pittsburgh keeps Rangers winless streak at six. Esposito nears 12th shutout as Flyers beat Chicago 3-2. Detroit’s 2-2 draw with Minnesota ends a 47-shot effort.
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Ken Lodge
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Goodrich and Hazzard Ejected in Phoenix Atlanta Fight
Gail Goodrich and Walt Hazzard were ejected with 1:29 left as UCLA alums clashed in a Phoenix Atlanta NBA game. Goodrich scored 24 for the Suns before the altercation with Hazzard, who plays for the Hawks.
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ABA Boxes Suns In 100-19 Victory Over Western Leaders
ABA box score notes Denver NCAA ski champ Fronconta and Dartmouth finishing second as the Suns clinch a win to move into third in the West. Seattle drops 109-106 to Baltimore while Milwaukee tops Boston 138-134 and Philadelphia defeats New York 338-116.
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Johnny Sain’s pitching discipline defined Tigers era
The article recalls Johnny Sain’s devotion to pitcher discipline, noting his clash with criticism, his firing from Minnesota in 1966 after Billy Martin’s public rebuke, and his role shaping Detroit through the pennant chase and 1968 World Series triumph.
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Lakers Triumph as West Leads Balanced Attack for 78
In a hard fought game, Jerry West scored 31 points as the Lakers, sparked by a 44 point final period, toppled their rivals in a 78 point effort. The Royals struggle continues amid unrest with Robertson and coach Rod Cousy over roster strategy and pay disputes.
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Creitz-Donovan Win ATIRA Drag Crown
In a top fuel drag racing showdown at the Grand American Championships, Creitz-Donovan captured the top eliminator honors while Richard Tharp wheeled to the rival Creitz-Donaven entry for the run. The event at Santay and Lional Drag Stris drew notable competitors and fuel action from listed participants.
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