Williams dive helped shape baseball lifer and Red Sox manager
Dick Williams, who made a career turning point after a 1952 left-field dive at Sportsman's Park, rose from injury to become manager of the Boston Red Sox. The article recalls his aborted throwing, eventual coaching ascent, and his role in the 1967 World Series clash between the Cardinals and Red Sox at Busch Stadium amid weather concerns and lineup decisions.
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Sportsman's Park
St. Louis Cardinals
Busch Stadium
Dick Williams
Brooklyn Dodgers
Vern Benson
Cardinal
Cincinnati
Pee Wee Reese
Jackie Robinson
Dodger
Charlie Dressen
Eddie Stanky
Jolly Cholly
Dressen
Ted Williams
Riverfront
Nelson Briles
Aany Bells
Sox
Cardinals
Bob Gibson
Jim Lonborg
Red Sox
Red Schoendienst
Briles
Steve Carlton
Carlton
Gibson
Bell
Jose Santiago
Lonborg
Williams
Elston Howard
Yankee
Mississippi River
Sportsman’s Park
Boston
Fenway Park
Wyoming and BYU meet in pivotal Western Athletic Conference game
11th ranked Wyoming faces Brigham Young in a key WAC showdown that could decide the title race. BYU averages 44 points per game and Wyoming relies on Paul Toscano as the offense leader, while injuries to the Cowboys’ line may erode their edge.
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Fred McMane
Jsports
Notre Dame
Purdue
Michigan State
Western Athletic Conference
Wyoming
Brigham Young
Cowboys
Paul Toscano
Arizona
Iuuck
Arizona State
Northern Arizona
Sun Devils
University of Texas At el Paso
University of Omaha
University of Arizona
Ohio State
Missouri
Columbia
Dave Rupp
Colorado State
Lowe suspended and fined for tardiness by Gillman
San Diego Charger halfback Paul Lowe, leading AFL rusher, was suspended indefinitely and fined $1000 for being late to a squad meeting. Lowe, on revived list two weeks ago, says he believed the meeting started at 930. He plans to play while seeking a trade as Gillman cites rule violations.
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San Diego
Calif
UPI
Paul Lowe
Sid Gillman
Lowe
Gillman
Roadrunners Bring Pro Sports Buzz To Phoenix Scene
The Phoenix Roadrunners, a new pro hockey team, gear up for public interest in the Valley as organizers launch publicity campaigns. General Manager Jim Wells promotes a bold launch after a 4-1 exhibition start, aiming to draw fans with themed nights and strong media handling.
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Madison Avenue
Desert
Scottsdale
Chicago Cubs
Bay City
Giants
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Phoenix Roadrunners
Charles de Gaulle
Mets
Packers
Phoenix
Ajo
Yuma
Woody Woodpecker
Roadrunners
Jim Wells
Buffalo Bills
General Wells
Northlands
Wells
Fifth Avenue
Bill Veeck
Greyhound Entries at Phoenix Park Highlight Tonight's Races
Phoenix Greyhound Park lists multiple races with entries such as Pussyfoot, Gobblett, Windy Wen, Satin Charm, Ed's Niteline, Naco Espanto, Prince Harg, Barberry Teedy, Flying Mr, Doug's Anne, and many others across Race 1 through Race 11. The lineup features Arizona Bred Preferred and Gr 1 events with numerous dogs and odds noted, including top contenders like Bis Blue, Pinto Jean, and Vicki O'Brian.
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Ed's Niteline
Boatman
Hing Chari
Hold Kip
Gentle Mian
Naco Espanto
Eds Minute
P's Pet Peeve
Park Cr Gr
Flying Mr
Doug
Prince Harg
Redli Fay
Regard
George
Incision
Naugura
Secret Invasion
Herble'n Gal
G. M's
Murle
Tonopaws
Quiet Faith
New Park
Lucky Lancelot
Smart Shopper
Barberry Teedy
Rebel
Tke
Floralia
Bis Blue
P.ha Peddler
Golluer
Look Faat
Crystal Hay
Cole
Corky
Stappler
D.V
Beventh Hacé New
Ima Commel
B.P
Dweller
Alto Espanto
Adele Marie
Barbarry Paddy
White Chenille
Edge
Bport
P.yl
Polecat
Willie Gosalp
Liston
My M
Custe’s
Pigrim
Pacifica
al Amos
Longwood Lady
Snaparoo
Joe Joker
Phoenix Giant Don Bryant named to 1967 West All-Star team
Phoenix Giant catcher Don Bryant earns 1967 West Triple-A All-Star honors after a poll by the National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues and Topps Chewing Gum Co. The selection highlights Bryant's standout season with the Phoenix club and places him among the top players in the league.
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Columbus
Ohio
UPI
Phoenix Giant
Don Bryant
The
National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues
Topps Chewing Gum Co
Glendale
Dixie
Phoenix
Don Engler
Lynn Larson
Joe Lugo
Cerritos
Bears
Gary Kron
Benny Anderson
Moody Jackson
Lum Harris Named Braves Manager in Surprise Move
Paul Richards presided as vice president and general manager while Lum Harris was named Braves manager in a one year contract worth an estimated 35000 dollars. Harris, 52, had managed the Richmond farm club and previously coached for Baltimore and Houston under Richards. Richards indicated Ken Silvestri would be retained, with no announced coaching changes.
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UPI
Paul Richards
Lum An Harris
Lum
Richards
Atlanta Braves
Heard
Harris
Baltimore
Houston
Atlanta
Southern Association
Tanke
Hera
Arris
Braves
Richmond
Houston Astro
Richards Harris
Baltimore Orioles
Billy Hitchcock
Ken Silvestri
Casper and Brewer Lead In Alcan Golfer of the Year
Billy Casper and Gay Brewer shared the 36 hole lead at 139 in the Alcan Golfer of the Year tournament in St Andrews Scotland. George Archer Gardner Dickson Brian Barnes and Peter Alliss were two behind at 141 as Doug Sanders slipped to 144 after a 76 in round two. Brewer added a 69 to sit one stroke off the pace.
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UPI
Billy Casper
Gay Brewer
Casper
Brewer
George Archer
Gardner Dickson
Brian Barnes
Peter Alliss
Dickinson
Barnes
Doug Sanders
Sanders
Arizona junior colleges clash with four out-of-state foes
Glendale Community College hosts Dixie College of Utah as Arizona schools play four out-of-state games. Phoenix College meets San Diego City. Eastern Arizona faces New Mexico Military at Roswell. Arizona Western travels to San Southwest ern. Glendale’s offense relies on Imsland Bauman link, with Imsland at 23 of 52 for 312 yards and five TDs.
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Glendale Community College
Dixie College
St. George
Utah
Phoenix College
San Diego City
Eastern Arizona
New Mexico Military
Roswell
Arizona Western
San Southwestern
Glendale
Marty Imsland
Dale Bauman
Imsland
Bauman
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