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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1966
Page
8
Pittsburgh beat Cincinnati 4-3 to join the NL lead with the San Francisco Giants as starter Vernon Law and catcher Jim Pagliaroni left early with rib muscle pulls. The Pirates relied on reserves and bullpen to secure the victory and stay atop the standings.
Vernon Law, the Pirates ace, pulled a muscle in his lower left rib while warming up before the opener with Cincinnati. The Cy Young winner of 1960, Law has a history of injuries and was sidelined in 1961 with a torn rotator cuff, then hampered by knee and arm problems in 1962 and spring 1963. The article also notes a Pirates triple play and other NL games including Don Sutton’s rookie win for the Dodgers and the Dodgers’ home opener win over the Reds/Roberts.
Pittsburgh manager Harry Walker dismissed claims of a rock pile infield at Forbes Field and blamed occasional bad hops on the 90 foot square. Red Schoendienst of the Cardinals ordered catchers’ masks for safety after rough grounders and a five run inning aided a 6-5 Pirates win. Walker noted similar issues on the road and hinted Cardinals face cement like Busch Stadium next, while praising Houston’s infield as pure field.
Arnold Palmer edged Gay Brewer 69 to 73 in a four stroke playoff at the Tournament of Champions to take $20,000 first prize. Brewer earned $12,000 for second as Palmer praised Brewer's effort in windy Desert Inn conditions ahead of the Dallas Open.
Detroit Wings avoid on-ice work ahead of pivotal Stanley Cup semifinal clash with Chicago Black Hawks. Team and Chicago players rested in Toledo and Chicago, as Detroit leads 3-2 in the best of seven. Injuries and tight checking have hampered Chicago, while Detroit seeks to end the jinx.
Dallas Texas AM coach Charlie Thomas says Randy Matson should avoid multi sport play to reach Olympic goals. Thomas notes Matson’s basketball season may hinder his shot put progress and urges a football preference to protect joints and achieve a 73 foot shot put and stronger discus marks.
In New York Dick Stuart, nicknamed Dr Strangeglove for his on base antics, defends his defense amid critics. He names peers like Bill White and Brooks Robinson as top fielders, and wagers he will show strong plays with patience and focus.
Detroit Lions secure a 10-year lease extension to continue using Tiger Stadium. The current agreement runs through the 1966 season, ensuring NFL games can be hosted at the park. The renewal confirms ongoing home plans amid a busy baseball and football schedule at the city landmark.
West Virginia beats William and Mary 3-2 in the first game then loses 3-1 in game two to drop to 2-2 in Southern Conference play and 11-2-1 overall. Vaughn Kovach improves to 4-1 after relief in the opener, while Jim Clay hits a homer for WVU.
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