Yankees Shantz Named AL Comeback Player
Philadelphia AP report notes pitcher Bobby Shantz was voted the American League comeback player of the year in a Baseball Writers poll. The tiny southpaw, who nearly quit after a shoulder injury, returned to pitch for the Yankees and helped chase the pennant.
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Dodgers honor stars at California luncheon
At the Statler Hotel in Los Angeles a joyful Dodgers luncheon saluted Pee Wee Reese Roy Campanella and others with hearty ovations. Buddies like Walter O Malley and Stengel joined in light banter while Camilla and Alston joked about future moves and the missteps of the season in a spirited California gathering.
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Sooner Fans Suppress Signals In Colorado Loss
Oklahoma coach Dallas Ward blamed a partisan crowd for drowning out signals during the Sooners 14-13 defeat at Colorado. He cited a third down play ruled illegal procedure after crowd noise disrupted the Buffaloes. Ward said one more touchdown would not have guaranteed victory.
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Dressen Returns as Dodgers Coach Under Bavasi
Charley Dressen, former Brooklyn Dodgers manager, is rehired by the Los Angeles Dodgers as a coach under general manager P. A. Bavasi on a new two year contract with undisclosed salary. He will replace Jake Pitler and Billy Herman in scouting duties while Walt Alston remains manager. Dressen has baseball roots dating to 1919 with big league managing stops in Cincinnati in the mid 1930s.
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Dodgers Welcomed by Southern California Fans in 1,200 Crowd
A packed Hotel Statler luncheon in Los Angeles celebrated the Dodgers. Major figures present included Casey Stengel, Walter O’Malley, Roy Campanella, Duke Snider, Gil Hodges, Pee Wee Reese and Leo Durocher. Speakers praised the club’s prospects as fan excitement surged.
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Hutchinson and Lopez Named Managers of the Year
Fred Hutchinson of the Cardinals and Al Lopez of the White Sox were selected as 1957 Managers of the Year by separate UP committees. Hutchinson led Saint Louis to a surprising pennant bid, while Lopez guided Chicago to its best finish since 1920.
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Oregon Ducks Aim To Shave Stanford In PCC Showdown
Oregon undefeated in PCC play hosts Stanford in a pivotal game at Palo Alto. Oregon stars amid injuries look to seize the first Pasadena bid in 37 years as Stanford eyes revenge after a single loss.
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Crosby Buys Stake in Tigers and Pirates Plan
Hollywood star Bing Crosby has acquired about 4 percent of the Detroit Tigers and may own around 10 percent of the Pittsburgh Pirates. Crosby’s brother Larry announced the move after the syndicate bought the Tigers last year and Frick had limited his share to four percent in the Tigers.
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DeMarco Faces Akins In Boston 15 Round 147 Title Bout
In Boston Garden Tony DeMarco and Virgil Akins meet for the Massachusetts version of the world 147 pound title in a scheduled 15 round slugfest. Both vow knockout effort with DeMarco aiming to stay in title contention and Akins seeking career defining victory as betting odds list DeMarco 10-8 favorite due to his punching power.
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