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Newspaper

Southern Illinoisan

Location

Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jun 12, 1978

Page

13

Senior citizens Niekro and McCovey lift NL profile

The 39-year-old Phil Niekro hurled a six-hitter to beat Philadelphia and halt its eight-game win streak, while 40-year-old Willie McCovey fueled the Giants past the Mets 7-5 with two singles and two doubles. Other NL results: Pirates over Reds 3-1, Cubs over Padres 7-4, Dodgers over Expos 11-4.

Associated Press Phil Niekro Willie McCovey National League Niekro Atlanta Braves Philadelphia Phillies McCovey San Francisco Giants New York Mets

18-Year-Old Mike Morgan Debuts For A's In Major League Start

Oakland rookie Mike Morgan, 18, made his first major league start after being named by Charles Finley from the high school draft. He pitched a complete game allowing two earned runs in a 3-0 loss to Baltimore, drawing a standing ovation at the Oakland Coliseum. Orioles pitcher Scott McGregor earned the win, noting the challenge of a high schooler facing the majors. Other AL scores include Red Sox over Mariners 5-3 and Angels over Yankees 9-6.

Associated Press Charles O. Finley Mike Morgan Oakland A’s Oakland Morgan Baltimore Orioles Oakland Coliseum A’s Baltimore Scott McGregor

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