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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1971
Page
7
The Montreal Canadiens have gained momentum and now sit in a strong position to contend for the Stanley Cup after erasing a two games to none deficit. The club won a second straight game last week to tighten their playoff hopes.
Nelson Burton Jr and Dick Weber, both prominent bowlers, were fined undisclosed amounts by the PBA for conduct during the final match play at the Tournament of Champions in Akron. They protested alleged advantages for right handed bowlers and will not appeal the penalties. The association also revised summer tour format to 18 qualifying games and a 24 game round robin for top 24.
Sam McDowell said he will not be traded now despite Oakland offering up to 12 players. The Indians beat the Athletics 7-5 at the Stadium with McDowell set to start tonight against Chuck Dobson. Ray Fosse extended an eight game hitting streak, and Phil Hennigan impressed in relief. Larry Brown, sold to Oakland, did not play for the A’s last night.
Welterweight Champion Billy Backus agreed to defend his crown against Jose Napoles of Mexico on June 4 at the Forum in Inglewood California. The UPI report notes the title bout will headline the event with Napoles challenging the American champ.
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