Celtics reach NBA finals after win over Royals
Boston Celtics advance to the finals by defeating the Cincinnati Royals 112 to 103 in Boston Gardens. The win clinches the Eastern Division finals for Boston, setting up a best-of-seven series with the 76ers in Philadelphia. The Celtics, despite earlier struggles, surged late as coach Red Auerbach celebrated a hard fought victory.
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NBA Playoff Battles Highlight Friday Victories
Eastern Division star exits into front office after playoff run as Celtics and Lakers win tight Friday games. West scores 28 for the Lakers with Boozer and King adding 34 off the bench while Hawks face them again at the Sports Arena. Celtics deploy Jones and Havlicek to edge Royals on 34 and 23 points against Oscar Roberts 37.
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A’s throw surprising no hit against Astros on April Fool’s Day
The Kansas City Athletics, long plagued by weak pitching, stunned the Houston Astros with a no hit no run 4 4 victory behind rookie Paul Lindblad and veteran John Wyatt. The win marked the A’s second spring no hitter, as other teams also produced strong spring showings.
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Yankees Hope Health Sparks Title Drive In 1966
Keane projects a healthier Yankees lineup with Mantle Maris and Howard returning to form. Whitey Ford Mel Stottlemyre Clete Boyer and Bobby Murcer anchor a pitching staff that includes Bouton Downing and rookies Peterson Downs and Womack. Injuries last season kept the team from higher aims as they aim to stay in contention in 1966.
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Elyria Umpires Association Officials Call Meeting
The Elyria Umpires Association invites all interested persons to attend a meeting at the YMCA on Monday at 7:30 am to discuss recruiting more umpires for upcoming games.
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Senators Expect Top Five Finish In 1966
Washington Senators under Gil Hodges aim to climb to the first division in 1966. Key players Pete Richert Pi Ortega Frank Howard Ken McMullen Dick Nen and newcomers John Orsino Fred Valentine Jim Duckworth anchor a growing roster as Hodges emphasizes improved defense pitching and hitting.
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Thompson Drag Raceway Season Opens With New Features
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