Saluki alums debate pinch hitting in majors
Former Salukis Mike Rogodzinski and Bill Stein discussed the new Designated Pinch Hitter rule as their teams Philadelphia and St Louis meet. Rogodzinski praised pinch hitting for favorable pitches and clutch situations in 2 late hits, while Stein prefers regular playing time and sees pinch hitting as a challenge. Both expressed mixed feelings about trading daily roles for bench opportunities and the path to major league success.
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Eugene
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Redbirds Lnst
Joy Torre
Chicago
Red Schoendienst
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Riverside Park hosts double header matchup at 2 p.m.
The NTS pa seen EDYsboro merchants fast fifty take on the Scott Air Force Base team in a 2 p.m. double header at Riverside Park. The Murphy team was formerly known as the Murphysboro Elks.
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Meet of Champions at Carbondale aims for records
The third annual Meet of Champions track event at Bleyer Field in Carbondale features top contenders led by Craig Virgin of Lebanon. Field events start 3 pm, prelims 6 pm, finals 7 pm with 6 4 3 2 1 scoring and trophies for top finishers in A and AA. Admission is 1.50 adults and .75 students.
Rams district track champ triumphs at Centralia meet
Jimmy Dean reports South Side district track meet at Evers Field with Rams of Centralia dominating. Stan Vannier set two district marks, clocking 4 21.4 in the mile and 9:14.7 in the two mile. Benson’s mile relay edged Mt. Vernon as Vernon again won the team title with 45 points over Centralia 41 and a strong field including Ben son, Herrin, Carbondale, Metropolis and others. Nine districts produced state-qualifying performances.
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SIU Coaches Eye Local Track Talents at Friday Meet
SIU track coach Lew Hartzog and football coach Dick Towers watched a district meet as eyeing potential recruits. Rick Brandon of Herrin and Jack Warren of Sparta were among standout performers, with Bracy and Zinzilleta from Herrin and Benton and Koenegstein from Sparta high on the SIU list. Zinzilleta edged Bracy in the 380 event at 1:56.8, Brandon placed fourth in the 1440 in 51.2, while Chris Thomas won the pole vault at 12-0 as SIU scouts noted promising talent for next year.
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Stan Vannier Sets Two Records At Centra Meet
Stan Vannier completed the two mile in 9:14.7 at the Centra district meet and won the mile in 4:21.4, both new records. He had previously set 4:21.8 in spring. Despite Vannier's efforts the Orphans were edged by Mr. Vernon 45 to 41 for the team title.
Egypt track honor roll and meet results
A list of times and distances from the Egypt track meet highlighting top performers by school including Metropolis Centralia Sparta Herrin Mt. Vernon Carbondale and others. Notable marks include Wall Metropolis 10.0 and 22.1 on Wall, St. James Sparta. 58-6 shot put. 1:32.2 and 3:25.2 mile relays. multiple hurdle and pole vault figures across the region.
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Oilers Host Softball Meet At Carbondale Jaycee Field
An eight team double elimination fast pitch tournament will be held at Jaycee Field near Carbondale Reservoir. Martin Oilers Roxana Alton Zeigler lead the field with West Frankfort Merchants Shelton Construction Boskydell and Scott City also entered. Opening game 7:30 p.m. May 25 features Shelton Construction vs Frankfort Zeigler vs Merchants with six games each day through May 27.
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