Expos Break Long Losing Streak with 4-3 Win Over Dodgers
Montreal Expos end a 20-game slide by beating the Los Angeles Dodgers 4-3 as Gene Mauch returns to third base coaching. Jerry Robertson earned his first major league win, supported by Rusty Staub and Mack Jones home runs. Mets win 3-2 over San Diego to extend unbeaten run to 10. Giants and Astros post wins, Braves surge in doubleheader, and Pirates rally with a grand slam.
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Casper Eyes Open After Western Victory
Buffalo Billy Casper won the Western Open at Midlothian Country Club by four strokes with a 276 total, boosting confidence for the U.S. Open in Houston where he seeks a third title. Casper credited his driving and irons, noting improving allergy symptoms as he extended his career win total to 43 and earnings to $957,000.
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Puerto Rico card: Toro outpoints DiVeronica in middleweights
Associated Press report from San Juan indicates Pete Toro of New York defeated Dick DiVeronica of Syracuse by outpoint in a middleweight bout. The event showcased Toro's punching and defense while DiVeronica pressed throughout, with Toro earning the decision.
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Little League Eastside Optimist Majors Rally
Anthony leads Kelly Oilers with Martinez and Linares, Wagner and Walker provide support as Eastside Optimist Majors showcase promising youth talent in a competitive league scene.
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Ryan Ryan Sparks the Coliseum Sub Four Mile
Kansas University senior Jim Ryan ran a 3 55.9 mile at the Coliseum Compton Invitational the fastest time in the world this year. He hopes Kip Keino will return to Los Angeles for a July race in the U S British Commonwealth Russia meet and says he is now optimistic for the season after overcoming knee trouble.
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Major League Standings and Results Snapshot
Baseball standings and daily results show New York and San Diego rallies, Pittsburgh and Cincinnati heavy losses, and rain affected games. Key matchups include Los Angeles over Philadelphia and Montreal beating Los Angeles, plus multiple league leaders in both the American and National Leagues with several scheduled games and standings shifts.
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