Oilers trade Levins to Chargers amid broad NFL player moves
The Houston Oilers exchange Jerry Levins to San Diego for wide receiver Charlie Joiner as other NFL teams cut rookies and reshuffle rosters. Jim Vellone of the Vikings will miss the season due to a medical condition, while several Giants, Patriots and Browns players face roster changes.
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Griffith Earns Chance At Sixth World Championship
Emile Griffith, 32, earned a shot at his sixth world middleweight title by defeating Nessim Cohen at Madison Square Garden. He will face Carlos Monzon in Buenos Aires on September 16 after a decisive win that added to Griffiths 70th victory and 11 losses.
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Bumbo Ramos Cited As Key to Giants Fast Start
San Francisco Giants start strong this season in part thanks to the late Bumbo Ramos. Juan Marichal recalls Ramos shaping his pitching, and the Dominican Republic connection fuels the team’s early success. Marichal reflects on his idol, childhood memories, and the enduring impact Ramos left on baseball in his homeland.
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Charleston Splits DH With Whips
The Charleston Charlies won the first game 5-3 then led 7-2 in the seventh before the Winnipeg Whips exploded for six runs to steal the nightcap 7 to 3. Winnipeg ended a 12 game losing streak with the comeback.
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Trevino seeks privacy after Westchester Classic glare
The article follows Lee Trevino fresh from his British Open triumph as he confronts fame following his Westchester Classic exit. He laments constant attention, misses time with his kids, and seeks quieter life while acknowledging the pressure to perform. Joe DiMaggio likens Trevino’s experience to his own 1938 public scrutiny.
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Cards Blow Mets 4-0 Behind Gibson Shutout
Bob Gibson limited the New York Mets to five hits for his second straight shutout as Joe Torre drove in two first inning runs. The Cardinals won 4-0, with Gibson returning to form after an earlier leg muscle tear.
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Baseball Leaders and Highlights From Recent Action
National and American League RBI leaders listed with teams and totals. Pitching leaders named with win loss records. Gibson adds 198th career win after return from injury and control-focused outing. Other games include Cubs over Expos, Twins over Red Sox, Astros over Phillies, and Montanez hitting two homers.
Beckley Ruth 13-year-olds and All-Stars head to state tournament
The Beckley Babe Ruth 13-year-olds and the American All-Stars from the area will advance to the state tournament. The 14-15 year olds depart for St. Albans on Wednesday and the 13-year-olds leave August 6 for Huntington.
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Standings shakeup as key MLB games loom tonight
Baseball schedule lists multiple matchups for tonight including St Louis at New York Seaver 11-7 and Oakland at Baltimore with Dobson 134 and Jackson 3-2. Other games feature Detroit Lolich 15-7 at Kansas City Hedlund 8-6 and Cleveland Dunning 7-7 hosting California Murphy 6-11.
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Football Notices for Local High Schools
Boys interested in playing football at Collins Oak Hill Marsh Fork and Woodrow Wilson high schools are asked to report for physicals and equipment. Collins Oak Hill players report Friday July 30 at 2 p.m. Marsh Fork players Friday night at 7 p.m. Woodrow Wilson players Thursday July 2 at 12:60 p.m. Birth certificates required for first time participants. sophomores must bring one.
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Lions Beat Sophia Electric 11 5 In Little League Action
Sophia Lions defeat Sophia Electric 11 to 5 after three early runs and a late surge. Hendrix gets the win Prinesti the loss with top hitters Graham A Blevins and Castano among 2 4 performances and Armstrong hitting a homer.
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