Can Be Pennant Contender Giant Lineup Still Unsure
The New York Giants head to spring training in Phoenix with several unsettled spots. Manager Bill Rigney has not fixed the lineup at second and third base, while pitching depth is strong led by Johnny Antonelli and Allan Worthington. The outfield features Willie Mays and a solid catching corps. With adjustments, the club could emerge as a pennant contender.
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Ray Katt
Ray Murray
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Gail Harris
Alvin Dark
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Johnson Paces 3rd Trotter Win
Andy Johnson of the Harlem Globetrotters scored 33 points guiding a 90-83 comeback win over the College All- Stars at the Boston Garden. The Trotters trailed by 15 early in the third, finished with a 29-14 final quarter, extending their tour to Syracuse as Johnson continued his scoring streak.
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Beauty Kills the Beast in Nuevo Laredo Bullfight
American girl matador Bette Ford triumphed in Nuevo Laredo as she killed two bulls. She earned the ears of the second bull after a swift finish, though she was slow with the first animal.
Score's Control Reported Better Than Last Year
LUBBOCK Tex Herby Score, the major league strikeout leader, says his control is better than in his rookie season. The 22 year old lefty, who had 245 Ks and a 16–10 record, credits confidence and pitching work under Al Lopez and Mel Harder. He aims to refine his curve and试 his change of pace.
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Dodgers Said Roger And Craig Helped Dodgers
Roger Craig became a Brooklyn Dodger this spring after climbing from Newport News Virginia to Montreal and then to the majors. He posted a 5-3 record in Brooklyn and won his first World Series start, aided by Roy Campanella and strong early season development under manager Tommy Holmes and Greg Mulleavy.
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Belts Three Run Homer in Victory Over White Sox
Red Schoendienst sparked the game with a three run homer in an exhibition win. The veteran reached base in multiple at bats, continuing a hot spring stretch as he rebuilds form after a slump and eye issues.
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Exhibition Standings and Yesterday's Scores
Yesterday scores include Boston 7 over Brooklyn 4 and St Louis 6 over Chicago A 4. New York 7 over Cleveland 6. Cincinnati 7 over Detroit 0. New York A 5 over Washington 3. Kansas City 4 over Pittsburgh 3. Milwaukee 11 over Wichita AA 7. Philadelphia 7 over Brooklyn B 1. Dodgers face Braves in today's games.
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Masters Ready to Open With Record Field in Augusta
AUGUSTA Ga The 20th Masters Golf Tournament opens Thursday with a record entry list and likely record attendance. By sundown yesterday 76 players had checked in and nine others sent acceptances. The field may exceed the 79 starter mark as fans pay up to 7.50 on final day. Masters vets Gene Sarazen and Johnny Palmer say it’s a superior event to the Open and have helped boost its reputation alongside strong rivalries with Sam Snead and Ben Hogan. Top prize is 5000 dollars.
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Golf fundamentals and practice beat big drives
The article urges duffers to accept limited distance like Sam Snead and focus on short game. It stresses solid grip stance and swing, correcting fundamentals with professional guidance, self-discipline, and consistent practice as the path to improvement. Women may improve quicker at chipping and putting due to focusing on the short game.
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Ortega is 5th Bazooka Victim
New York Hardy Bazooka Smallwood, 23, from Brooklyn, beat 20 year old Mexican Gaspar Ortega over 10 rounds at St. Nicholas Arena. Smallwood outweighed Ortega 157 to 152 pounds, dropped him in round four, and led much of the bout. Judges backed Smallwood 54-41, referee's score 6-3-1. AP had it 64-?. final St Nicholas Arena show ends Tex Sullivan era after licensing revocation.
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U S Ping Pongers Win Tokyo Victory Over South Korea
The U S women’s table tennis team halted a three match skid with a 3 1 win over South Korea in Tokyo at the 23rd world championship. The U S men’s squad beat South Korea 5 2 to improve to two wins in three starts.
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Future Stars Pilot Is High on Lehman Cimoli
AP feature by Greg Mulleavy profiles Ken Lehman and Gino Cimoli as rising major league talents. Lehman, 27, won 22 games with 21 complete games and five shutouts for the Montreal pennant winner, showing sneaky speed, a fine curve, strong change of speeds, and control. Cimoli, a center fielder with a Carl Furillo arm, hit .306 with 9 homers and 85 RBIs, boasting power to right center and consistent fielding. Also noted: Don Drysdale, Bob Wilson, Charlie Neal, Jim Owens, Ted Kazanski, Bob Brandt, Steve Demeter, and other prospects shaping Phillies, Dodgers, and Tigers camps.
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Robinson Sees Himself As Dodgers Third Baseman
Jackie Robinson, age 37, says he has won the Brooklyn Dodgers third base job over Randy Jackson and expects official word soon. He praises his spring performance, fitness, and readiness to play anywhere, while noting manager Walter Alston has not yet decided.
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Ralph Kiner Plays Tennis But Loses To His Wife
Baseball star Ralph Kiner is noted as a capable tennis player yet unable to overcome his wife Nancy Chafee in a recent tournament. The event highlights Kiner's continued athletic versatility and Chafee's rising tennis prowess.
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Shotton Sees Again After Eye Surgery Return to Brooklyn Dodger Pride
Burt Shotton, former Brooklyn manager, walks with his son in Bartow Florida and recounts his eye surgery restoring 20 20 vision. He praises Sandy Amros Pee Wee Reese Gil Hodges and Podres while recalling his time with the Dodgers and a Match of Dimes offer. He notes his retirement to a six room cottage near Lake Wales and his ongoing real estate deal. The piece ends with a plug he recognizes for his bass fishing down in Florida.
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Barney) Shotton
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