Santo dedicates season after parents’ death fuels Cubs surge
Ron Santo, 33, Chicago Cubs third baseman, credits his parents’ March auto accident death for a breakthrough season. He leads the National League with a .369 average and emphasizes newfound resolve, team unity, and Whitey Lockman’s leadership as his club enjoys strong pitching and late-inning resilience.
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Phillies rout Cardinals as Luzinski Schmidt spark 10-5 win
Greg Luzinski and Mike Schmidt broke slumps with six hits in a 10-5 Phillies victory over the St. Louis Cardinals. Luzinski added a triple and a double, Schmidt connected on three singles after a rough previous day, and Ken Brett allowed two singles before Mac Scarce finished the game.
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Newcombe skips singles at Alan King-Cesars Classic
In Las Vegas John Newcombe, defending champion, sits out singles after an opening win as top seeds begin play. Stan Smith, Rod Laver, Ken Rosewall and others start their campaigns with notable results including Riessen and Drysdale victories. The event awards 30000 to singles winner and 10000 to top doubles team.
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District baseball results and upcoming district matchups
District games across multiple venues yielded wins and set up key next rounds. Marion faces Carrier Mills after its win. West Frankfort meets Benton with the winner to face Herrin. Murphysboro hosts Trico winner for a Wednesday slot. Pinckneyville and Nashville results shape the Nashville-wed matchup. Woodlawn meets Dahlgren with Mt. Vernon awaiting. Edwards County and Fairfield posted scores. Belleville West claimed the Mascoutah bracket. Aviston Central and Okanville played. East St Louis-Lebanon and Columbia-Dupo produced results. Sparta advances as district champ to Belleville West regional.
Carbondale pitcher Harris hospitalized after game loss
Carbondale high school pitcher Favreau was struck below the right eye and hospitalized after a 6-1 defeat to Cobden in district play. He was admitted to Doctor's Hospital at 7 10 p m with a gash and unclear condition. Cobden built a big lead on Wilkins two three run double and Flamma homer. Giant City won track meet titles at Bleyer Field with multiple events led by GC athletes. SIU Carbondale and Edwardsville split golf dual meet, SIU-C finishing 7-1 in the season. Saluki scores listed.
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Riggs-Evert clash eyed as 37 year gap challenge
Promoter George Liddy offered 30000 dollars for a Riggs versus Chris Evert match in Fort Lauderdale on Sept 22. Riggs, 55, noted the 25 year gap since his Court match and praised the women’s tennis movement while hinting at a potential future bout with Billie Jean King.
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Salukis eye District Four bid amid hosting doubts
SIU coaches from athletic director Doug Weaver to Itchy Jones discuss attracting the District Four NCAA baseball tourney to Carbondale. Dan Litwhiler leads a committee to pick four teams for May 24 25 26 with two automatic bids and two independents. SIU sits 31 3 with wins over Northern Illinois Illinois State and Cincinnati and faces McKendree Evansville Bradley this week at home. District Four selections hinge on proximity facilities and admissions potential.
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