Dodgers Seem Set to Clinch NL Flag Tonight
Dodgers can clinch the National League pennant tonight as Sandy Koufax dominates Cardinals with 13 strikeouts in a 2-1 win. Koufax tops 300 strikeouts for a third season, while Alston’s risky walk of Orlando Cepeda set up a key late-out.
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Hank Bauer Signs 2-Year Contract
Hank Bauer, former No 4, is No 1 again as Orioles manager after leading them to their first pennant. He signed a two year deal with an estimated salary rise to about 45000. Hoffberger hosted a club party and Bauer credited Frank Robinson with sparking the season.
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Atlanta Rehires Billy Hitchcock for 1967
The Braves bring back Billy Hitchcock as manager for the 1967 season with a one year contract. President John McHale praised Hitchcock’s turnaround of the club, saying Atlanta can be a contender in the National League with bullpen strength and hitters Hank Aaron Felipe Alou Rico Carty and Joe Torre.
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Shamsky Impresses Reds as May Provides Offseason Focus
Cincinnati outfielder Art Shamsky has impressed pitchers this season with a seventh inning homer against Houston highlighting his power. With 226 at bats and a .239 average, he remains a question for manager Dave Bristol next season. Houston’s 14th win tightened the Reds’ season-ending series with Atlanta as Nuxhall took the loss.
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Driesell Predicts Davidson’s Best Team Ever
Davidson college basketball coach Lefty Driesell spoke optimism at a Charlotte chamber event saying Davidson may field the best team the program has ever had. Football coach Howard Smith warned of a brutal schedule, noting a 28 26 loss to Furman as their most disappointing result and East Carolina College looming as the toughest opponent yet.
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Fight Results in Portland and Tokyo
In Portland Maine Pete Riccitelli aged 1691-2 won a points decision over Rene Durelle 171 from Baie St Anns New Brunswick. In Tokyo Paul Fuji 140 from Hawaii stopped Rocky Alarde 138p from the Philippines in three rounds.
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Cardinals lose Fischer and McDowell to injured reserve
Corner back Pat Fischer and offensive tackle John McDowell were placed on the injured reserve list Thursday by the St. Louis Cardinals and will be lost to the National Football League team for at least four weeks.
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Bruins name Bucyk captain of NHL team
The Boston Bruins appointed left winger Jonathan Bucyk captain on Thursday. Bucyk replaces Boivin, who was traded to the Detroit Red Wings last winter.
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TANS National League pennant chase and key matchups
Standings show Los Angeles and Pittsburgh leading the NL with San Francisco third, while Philadelphia and Atlanta battle for wild card spots. Thursday results include Los Angeles beating St Louis 2 1 and Houston over Cincinnati 3 2. Friday pitchers feature Osteen facing Short and Marichal against Fryman.
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Marshall Faces Defense-M minded Toledo in MAC Opener
Marshall's Thundering Herd travels to Toledo for a Mid American Conference opener at 8 p.m. at Bowl. MU seeks to rebound from a 26-6 loss to Eastern Kentucky and faces a Rockets defense led by All-MAC middle guard Tom Beutler. Key MU players include QB Jim Gilbert and RB Mickey Jackson.
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Carlen Says Gobblers Should Be Grid Pick
WVU coach Jim Carlen expects Virginia Tech to be favored in Blacksburg clash. He will move 45 players by plane, noting Tech’s returning regulars and quarterback Tommy Stafford who starred in Tech’s 49-0 win over George Washington. Carlen highlights WVU’s running game and a young defense, while Tech plays new Lane Stadium in a nonconference tilt counted in WVU standings.
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Major League Leaders Top Batters and Pitchers
National League leaders include Alou for hits and average with 178 and .342 while Carty, Rose and Torre post high marks. American totals show Oliva and F Robinson among top batters with home run and RBI leaders listed. Pitching highlights feature Regan, Marichal, Koufax and Perry with strong win totals and low ERAs.
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Royer Leads Canadian Open After First Round
Hugh Royer shot a three under par 68 on foggy Shaughnessy course to lead the Canadian Open at Vancouver. Rex Baxter Jr. was one stroke back at 69, with several players at even par. Weiskopf withdrew due to illness. Nicklaus and Casper remained in the top group amid a large field of 143.
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Marichal Faces Must Win Bucs In NL pennant bid
Pittsburgh hosts the Pirates as Juan Marichal seeks to halt their title push. The right-hander is 3-0 this year against Pittsburgh and 15-5 lifetime versus them, while Pirates rookie Woody Fryman starts. Willie Stargell may miss the game with a sprained knee after draining fluid. if he plays, his bat remains a key factor.
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Governors To Watch Game At Blacksburg
Virginia and West Virginia governors Mills E Godwin and Hulett C Smith plan to attend the second annual Governor's Day at Lane Stadium for the Virginia Tech versus West Virginia Mountaineers football game. The event is sponsored by Tech officials and state leaders.
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