McLain Aims for Oakland Call In Southern League Doubleheader
Denny McLain starts for Birmingham in Asheville as he seeks a strong outing against the Orioles farm club to renew major league consideration. Manager Cavaretta notes improved velocity and control after several Birmingham appearances and a recent nine inning win. Meanwhile the Pirates' late surge contrasts with an Astros groove, featuring Clemente, Alley and Alou homers in a 16-hit rally.
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Pirates, Dierker one-hits Mets in 3-0 Houston win
Oliver and Clemente powered the Pirates with three RBIs each as Pittsburgh improved in the NL East. Houston starter Dierker pitched a one-hitter, matching back-to-back one-hitters in a 3-0 win over New York, while Montreal blanked Cincinnati 2-0 and Chicago edged San Francisco 7-6 in 11 innings.
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Ron Woods
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Don Kessinger
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Ron Santo
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Sportsmanship in Golf and Records of Boxing’s Longest Fight
The text recalls Bobby Jones in the 1925 National Open at Worcester choosing a one stroke penalty after his ball moved slightly in the rough, illustrating true sportsmanship. It then notes the Andy Bowen versus Jack Burke 1893 New Orleans bout lasting 110 rounds, 7 hours 19 minutes, ending in a draw.
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Andy Bowen
Jack Burke
New Orleans
Pirates Set Tryout Camp at Paris City Park
The Pittsburgh Pirates will hold a two day tryout camp June 30 and July 1 at Paris city park for local prospects aged 16 to 22. Supervising is Scouting Supervisor Bob Kring with assistants Wayne Throneburg Ermal Clark and Dewey Mair. Times run 10 a.m. to about 3 p.m. Players must bring shoes uniforms gloves and gear. Pirates provide other equipment and reimburse expenses for signed players.
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Meeting Set for Babe Ruth Managers at Valle Field
A meeting for all managers in the local Babe Ruth baseball program is scheduled for 8 p.m. today at Valle Field on 31st Street and 8th Avenue.
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Wilt Chamberlain Tops Hickok Poll for May Athlete of the Year
Wilt Chamberlain was voted the top professional athlete of May in the Hickok Poll. Mark Donahue finished second and Bobby Orr placed third in the balloting, recognizing Chamberlain’s injury‑adjusted play aiding the Lakers to the NBA title.
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Boston Bruins
BYU Gridder Not Eligible for Return Next Season
Provo Utah AP Golden Richards star junior split end will not play next year after failing to meet academic standards. Richards led the nation in punt returns last season and tied an NCAA record with four punt return touchdowns.
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