Boccabella Returns to Catcher as Cubs Shuffle Roles
Cubs manager Leo Durocher moves John Boccabella back behind the plate after Randy Hundley injury, while Ernie Banks remains at first base until ready. Boccabella had alternated at first with Banks and previously played catcher in winter league. Cubs also assess four non roster players as opening day nears.
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Twins adopt jet travel for season under Mele guidance
The Minnesota Twins will travel exclusively by jet this season as coach Sam Mele prepares a fast start after last year’s slow first half. President Calvin Griffith backs the plan to maximize rest, with pitching depth led by Kaat, Grant, Perry, Boswell, Worthington, Kline, and newcomer Dean Chance. Harmon Killebrew and Tony Oliva anchor the lineup as Ron Clark eyes third base move.
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Cubs Prepare for Final Arizona Stand Before California Swing
The Chicago Cubs, rained out midweek, will resume play Friday in Scottsdale for a two game home stand ending their Arizona schedule. Ken Holtzman was slated to start in Tucson against Cleveland with Koonce or Hands in relief. The Bruins begin their season April 11 in Chicago after the Arizona stop.
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Highhander Heads Strong Ninth at Phoenix Greyhound Park
No stars but a strong ninth heat promises one of the season’s finest races. Field includes Bleachie Sunday Socks Rebel's Tempest Nifty Mack BE J's Minnie Lady Spark Final Effect and Highhander. Nifty Mack, under Bill Wells, has won two straight as Valentine Gal and Sadie DeWitt figures meet the pace.
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Warriors Hawks open Western Division playoff series
San Francisco and St. Louis launch a best of seven Western Division series led by centers Nate Thurmond and Zelmo Beaty. Thurmond’s rebounding and Beaty’s strength key a matchup likely deciding the opening rounds while Rick Barry’s heroics helped San Francisco win the division.
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Phoenix Greyhound Park Tonight Race Entries
Tonight at Phoenix Greyhound Park the entries include Incision 6 2 and T. V. Matt 9-2. P. H.'s Petusa 5-2 and Willingness 8. Colo Corky 7-2 and Hi Prospect 8. Iris K 5-2 and Pa Ka Na 8.
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South squad includes Leesman and Markham for North-South game
Arcadia's Larry Leesman and Scottsdale's Bill Markham were chosen for the South, with Markham named an alternate. Both are 6'3" seniors and All-City selections. The August game in Flagstaff will coincide with other North-South events.
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Arizona Weekly Fishing Report From Central to North Regions
The Arizona Game and Fish Dept releases a weekend based fishing report. Central Arizona notes Pleasant, Bartlett, and Canyon Lake with fair to good bass and crappie. Saguaro and nearby lakes poor. Apache Lake fair to good bass. Rooauvelt Lake good bass. various lakes show mixed results from fair to good across the region. White Mountain area reports mixed activity. Lyman and Woodland vary from poor to fair. North Central reports poor to fair for Avlurat and Kiinikinick. Lee’s Ferry good sight fishing. Lynx Lake poor. Upper and Lower Lake Mary show varied trout activity with northern lakes rising.
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Ladies Day Paradise Valley Seniors Lead Parade
Bug Sergent Dick Bean and Dort Bagg all 13 join Frances Adams and Kay Florez both 11 in a local parade scene at Paradise Valley highlighting youth participants.
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