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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1971
Page
9
Chicago White Sox manager Chuck Tanner says he will complain to Commissioner Bowie Kuhn about sign stealing, while Cleveland opened with a 9-0 rout that night, noting there was no sign stealing on the double play that began the outburst.
Cleveland hosts Chicago in a 9-0 win at Cleveland Stadium as Ray Lamb dominates with a three straight wins and a shutout. Ted Uhlaender drives in two runs on a first inning double, Ray Fosse adds a second inning homer, while Vada Pinson and Graig Nettles spark late scoring to seal the victory. Attendance tops 4,000 as pitiful home weather dampens hopes for stronger crowds.
Cleveland pitcher Ray Lamb, 4-2 this season, delivered his first major league shutout while emphasizing his preference for starting roles. He managed despite a brief bout with the flu, noting pitchers rely on coordination and rhythm. Teammate Pinson praised the team’s morale and consistent defense, as manager Alvin Dark keeps Lamb in the starting rotation alongside McDowell, Dunning, and Foster. The Indians won their 18th game in 27 and closed in on 400 wins.
A field of 88 golfers competes in the Louis Cohn Memorial Golf Tournament at Emerald Valley Golf Course. Defending champs Bob Crawford and Larry Benko lead the four class field in the 27 hole medal event with starting times and report instructions for players listed in the official tee sheet.
In New York, Baltimore stretched its AL lead by routing the Minnesota Twins 12-0 behind Jim Palmer as Frank Robinson drove in five and Palmer allowed six singles for his ninth victory. The Tigers won 3-2 over Milwaukee to stay in the mix, with Norm Cash belting his 13th homer and Joe Coleman going five-hitter.
Clete Boyer, fined by Commissioner Bowie Kuhn for betting on football in 1968 and 1969, is free to pursue a baseball deal. Negotiations with teams had been suspended during the investigation. Oakland has shown interest. Finley and Williams voiced cautious optimism. Boyer, 34, left the Braves amid controversy and requested severance to become a free agent.
In the Cleveland District Golf Association 72 hole medal, Avon Oak's Bob Fairchild shot 80 82 to tie for 10th with Elyria's Paul Minnich who posted 74 78. Bealle led with 284, Bossard was 14 back. Scheel 315, Hud nuut did not finish. Sito 323, Ferris 335.
Expos rally to beat the San Francisco Giants 3-1 as Carl Morton and catcher John Bateman spark the turnaround. Montreal fell behind on a first inning wild pitch and a Bateman error, then seized control with a fifth inning run burst and a late Sac fly from Morton for the sweep. Pirates top Cardinals 3-1 as Pittsburgh stays within a point of first in the East.
Entries remain open for the Elyria Jaycee Junior Golf Tournament at Forest Hills on June 16 with two age classes. Eligibility requires players not yet 19 before July 31, and winners in each class advance with fees paid to the state meet at Forest Hills July 19 to 21. Entries accepted by mail or by call through June 14. contact numbers are 323-2829 and 366-8331.
Gary Deidrick of Admiral King headlines the North roster for the 42nd annual North-South All-Star Basketball Game at Marion tomorrow night. Deidrick, Xavier-bound, led area scoring last season at 28.8 ppg with 547 points, 43 percent shooting, and 73 percent free throws. The North and South teams feature Ohio’s top seniors and are coached by district leaders from Celina, Canton Lehman, Hillsdale and Walnut Ridge, with players from Mansfield to Zanesville and similar.
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