Baseball moving again sparks realignment questions across leagues
The San Diego Padres are reportedly set to move to Washington next season, with financing and a lease to settle, a development that could unlock moves for New Orleans Seattle and other markets. Debates rise about franchise locations, expansion, and the impact on antitrust status. Also notes Wayne Granger’s 3-1 record for St. Louis and St. Louis opening game history since 1900.
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Weiskopf Leads Kemper Open After Third Round
Tom Weiskopf fired a 68 to take a two stroke lead at 203 in the Kemper Open at Quail Hollow Country Club. Ken Still and Lanny Wadkins tied for second at 205 while Leonard Thompson and several others hovered one back at 206.
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Parsons and Marlin Lead Mason-Dixon 500 Qualifying
Benny Parsons and CooCoo Marlin posted the top qualifying times for the Mason-Dixon 500 at Dover Downs. Parsons, hindered by engine work, managed 130.733 mph to secure fifth fastest on the two-day results, while Marlin, arriving late, logged 123.077 mph. Only 18 drivers ran two laps Saturday as 40 starters were set for today’s race.
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Carbondale Legion Opens With No Hitter Victory
Carbondale American Legion starts season with a 6-1 win over Grayville as Marty Hopkins tosses a no hitter in his first appearance of the year while striking out 21 and issuing nine walks Grayville’s lone run comes in the first inning after an error Carbondale travels to Marion Wednesday evening for next game with Wiley Willett Higerson Hopkins and Nolen leading the lineup.
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Evert and Court Reach French Open Final Showdown
Chris Evert of Fort Lauderdale and Margaret Court of Australia won semifinal matches to reach the women's final at the French Open, with Evert defeating Francoise Durr 6-1 6-0 and Court overcoming Evonne Goolagong 6-3 7-6. In the men's bracket, Tom Gorman and Ilie Nastase advanced to the semifinals, as Gorman beat Jan Kades and Nastase beat Roger Taylor.
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Regatta Ends Amid Rainy Yet Determined Sailors
The Egyptian Cup Regatta at Crab Orchard Lake, in its 15th year, drew 68 boats across nine classes despite Saturday rain. Races continue today with trophies awarded at 1 30 p m. Ralph Darjean, first winner in 1939, will present trophies.
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Savage in Critical Condition After Indy Crash
Indianapolis AP reports race driver Swede Savage remained in critical condition with severe burns and multiple bone fractures from the Indianapolis 500 wreck. Walther, in serious condition, was moved by air to Michigan Burns Center after an aborted start. Three spectators were injured. others listed as fair or serious. Wingate residents named.
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Yankees blank Angels 2 0 as Peterson dominates
New York pitcher Fritz Peterson limited the California Angels to two hits over seven innings in a 2 0 win televised nationally. Sparky Lyle pitched the final two frames to preserve the shutout as the Yankees beat Nolan Ryan for the 15th time in 19 meetings. Bobby Murcer, Ron Blomberg, and Thurman Munson provided the offense in the fourth and following inning.
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