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Newspaper

Raleigh Register

Location

Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jul 12, 1966

Page

8

Alston Picks Dodger's Golden Arm To Face A.L.

St Louis reports Denny McLain of the American League All Stars is highlighted as the pitcher. Lou Boudreau, former Indians star and current Cubs broadcaster, praises his son-in-law and reflects on Sharyn's 1963 marriage. McLain recalls a White Sox trade that brought him to Detroit.

ST. Louis UPI Ball Park Lou Boudreau Denny McLain Boudreau Cleveland Indians Boston Red Sox Kansas City A’s Cubs WGN Chicago Denny Ron Santo Jake Boudreau Della Sharyn Kenny Hubbs McLain Tigers Chicago White Sox White Sox Bruce Howard Ed Short Howard Detroit

All Star Game Sets Koufax to Face McLain for NL AL Clash

Walter Alston starts Sandy Koufax for the National League against the American League in the 1960 All Star game at Busch Memorial Stadium. Enny McLain of the Tigers opposes Koufax as Mele picks his mound ace. Koufax aims to extend NL lead. McLain seeks upset in the midseason classic. Willie Mays tabs as leadoff for NL with power hitters including Frank and Brooks Robinson in AL lineup.

ST. Louis UPI Walter Alston Sandy Koufax Alston Koufax Bob Clemente Nationals Sam Mele Centages Enny McLain Detroit Tigers Hubert Humphrey Busch Memorial Stadium Denny Mele Minnesota Twins Marichal Robinsons Baltimore Frank and Brooks al Kaline Detroit George Scott Boston Jim Lefebvre Dodgers Willie McCovey Giants Tony Oliva Dick McAuliffe Willie Mays Mays

Koufax Ready To Pitch With Only 2 Days' Rest

Sandy Koufax says he is ready to start in the All-Star Game with only two days rest. The Dodgers ace could start or relieve in the third inning as manager Walter Alston weighs options. Detroit’s Denny McLain earns AL starting honors in a game previewed amid recent Braves win and Mele’s selection choices.

McLain Twins Koufax Alston Juan Marical San Francisco Giants Atlanta Braves Marichal Los Angeles Dodgers Mele Dodgers ST. Louis UPI Sandy Koufax Denny McLain Detroit Tigers Walter Alston Dodger Pilot Los

Fight Results in San Francisco Upset

Bobo Olosa of Honolulu won a decision over Piero del Papa of Italy in San Francisco. Olosa improved to 176%2 while del Papa fell to 177%2 as the traveling bout concluded under UPI coverage.

San Francisco UPI Bobo Olosa Honolulu Piero del Papa Italy

All-Star Game Starting Lineups Named for AL and NL

The Tuesday game lineup lists AL: McAuliffe Kaline Robinson Oliva B. Robinson Freehan McLain and others with pitcher McLain. NL: Mays Clemente Aaron McCovey Santo Torres Le febvre Cardenas Koufax among starters. Umpires Barlick Honochick Vargo Umont Engel Neudecker.

ST. Louis UPI McAuliffe Tigers Kaline Robinson Orioles Oliva Twins B. Robinson Scott Red Sox Freehan Knoop Angels McLain Mays Giants Clemente Pirates Aaron Braves McCovey Santo Cubs Torres Lefebvre Dodgers Cardenas Reds Koufax Barlick Honochick Vargo Umont Engel Neudecker

Tv League ASSTANDINGS Tuesday’s Games All Star Game at St Louis

The Tv League ASSTANDINGS note Tuesday featured the All Star Game scheduled in St Louis with no games listed for Wednesday.

St. Louis Baltimore Detroit Cleveland California Minnesota Kansas City Chicago Washington New York Boston San Fran Pittsburgh Los Angeles Philadelphia Houston Atlanta Cincinnati

California Ace Fires Four Hitter

Tom Seaver blanks Columbus on four hits as Jacksonville Suns beat the Jets 8 0 in a heavy 11 hit attack. Seaver improves to 8-5 with four straight decisions after early season struggles.

Tom Seaver Suns New York Mets Columbus Jacksonville Suns Jets Seaver Dave Vineyard Rochester Red Wings Toronto Maple Leafs Dom Zanni Syracuse Chiefs Buffalo Bisons Chiefs Arturo Lopez Ron Chandler Tom Matchick George Kopacz Richmond Braves Toledo Mud Hens Bobby Murcer

Cleon Jones and Tommie Agee Build Baseball Dreams

Cleon Jones and Tommie Agee grew up in Mobile and pursued baseball from youth, signing with major league clubs after Grambling College. Both became rookie outfielders with strong seasons, Jones hitting near .300 for the Mets and Agee around .270 with the Indians system before this year. They eye Rookie of the Year honors as they carve distinct paths alongside legends like McCovey, Williams, Aaron, and fellow stars.

NEW York NBA Cleon Jones Boston Braves Mobile Ala Henry Aaron Eau Claire Wis New York Giants Willie McCovey Saundersville Chicago Cubs Whistler Billy Williams Cleon Tommie Agee Mobile County Tommie Grambling College Illinois Minnesota Grambling Buck Buchanan Stone Johnson Jerry Robinson New York Mets Agee Cleveland Indians Indians Chicago White Sox Jones Mets George Scott Red Sox Eddie Watt Orioles Sonny Jackson Astros Harold Knowles Phillies McCovey Williams Aaron

Simmons Takes Lead In Pennsylvania Junior Golf Tourney

PITTSBURGH UP I Jim Simmons of the Butler Country Club led after the first round with a one under par 70 at St Clair Country Club in the Western Pennsylvania Junior Golf Tournament. John Kubala Willowbrook was second at par and C W Mc Farland Washington County Country Club shot 73 to finish third in early play.

Pittsburgh UPI Jim Simmons Butler Country Club Western Pennsylvania St. Clair Country Club John Kubala Willowbrook C. W. McFarland Washington County Country Club

Santana to continue tour after foot injury at Baastad

Spain's Manuel Santana, the Wimbledon champion, said he will continue his tour despite a right foot injury that cost him the Baastad international tennis title. He led Alexander Metroveli two sets to one before a fall aggravated the injury. Three appearances are planned this month in Sweden and Switzerland.

Baastad Sweden UPI Spain Manuel Santana Santana Alexander Metroveli Switzerland

Major League Leaders Overview and Top Stat Totals

National League and American League leaders listed by batting and pitching. Notable names include Alou Stargell Cepeda Santo Helms Mays Aaron Torre and Kaline. Home run leaders feature Aaron Stargell Torre Allen and Alou. Pitching leaders show Perry Cuellar Koufax and McNally with wins and ERAs.

G. Abr H. Pet. Alou Pitt Stargell Cimente Allen Phil Carty Atla Morgan Hou Cepeda Stl Santo Chi Helms Cin Alou Pinson American League G. AB R. HH. Pet. Kaline Det Oliva Minn F.alonsa Bal Salmon Clev Powell B.alonsa Reichdt Cal Cardinal Lock Wash McAlffe Aaron Braves Pirates Torre Braves & Allen Phillies Hart Mays Giants F. Robinson Orioles Kaline Tigers Pepitone Yanks Scott Red Sox Mantle Clemente B. Robinson Perry Cuellar Astros Koufax Dodgers Marichal Blass

Steeler Coach Slaps Fine On Dick Leftridge

KINGSTON Rhode Island UPI Bill Austin began his Steelers coaching career by fining rookie fullback Dick Leftridge 250 dollars for reporting overweight. Leftridge, No. 1 draft pick from West Virginia, was ordered to trim to 230 pounds, being five pounds over and fined 50 dollars per pound. A squad of 45 rookies trained in two sessions Monday as seven were absent due to the airline strike. Veterans reported Sunday.

Kingston, R.I UPI Bill Austin Pittsburgh Steelers Dick Leftridge Leftridge West Virginia University

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