Local Fans Await Dave Cole Night As Braves Visit Hagerstown
Boston Braves will play the Hagerstown Braves on Wednesday July 9 with Dave Cole likely to start or pitch part of the game. The event aims to honor Williamsport’s lone major leaguer by staging a gala Dave Cole Night. The Hagerstown front office also pursues other big league visits, including discussions with the Washington Senators.
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Adcock Emerges Power Hitter for Reds in St Louis Series
Joe Adcock, Cincinnati Reds left fielder, hits two homers at Sportsman's Park in St Louis tying the count in a 8-5 win. He also connected in Pittsburgh and Cincinnati earlier, totaling five long balls this season. He notes the park favors home runs, while praising his recent form against Cardinal pitching.
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Independent League Standings and Sunday Schedule
Yesterday Antietam led standings with a 2 1 win over Sandy Hook and St James and Chewsville also won. Postponements affected several games as Keedysville, Security, Clear Spring, and Halfway clashed. Sunday's lineup features Sandy Hook at Keedysville, Halfway at Antietam, Security at Clear Spring, Chewaville at St James.
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Yesterday's Stars Batting and Pitching Recap
Joe Adecork led the Reds with two home runs and a single as Cincinnati beat St. Louis 8-5. Pitcher Heb Lemon and relievers shut out the Browns 1-0 while Allie Reynolds allowed two hits in the Yankees win over Ned Garver and the St. Louis Browns.
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Lefthander Brown to Start Series Finale at Local Ball Park
Hagerstown Braves face Lancaster Red Roses in a single game at Municipal Stadium. Weather permitting, 8 15 start for the finale with Brown aiming for his third win of the season. Lancaster counters with Doug Gostlin on the mound.
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Stanlee to Return for Hagerstown Wrestling Show
The Body Gene Stanlee known as Mr America will appear in Hagers town next Monday night at the State Armory. He and the Golden Terror meet in the feature event of a four match card with reserved tickets for the May 19 show on sale at Hagerstown News Agency and Plaza Restaurant.
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A's Lose Games On Costly Errors
Philadelphia manager Jimmy Dykes laments fielding miscues that cost the Athletics decisive games. A stray pop fly, miscommunications in the infield and a missed catch by Ferris Fain lead to rallies and losses against the Washington Senators, illustrating the team’s struggle with defensive errors this season.
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Redbirds Triumph Over Sandy Hook in Rain-Shortened Game
Antietam Redbirds defeated Sandy Hook 9-1 before rain halted the second game. Ambrose allowed 34 hits and 16 batters to score, while Higdon homered for Sandy Hook the lone run. Locks limited Sandy Hook to six hits as the Birds built the big lead.
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Hitting Tips Dont Swing Hard Williams
AN AP News feature on Ted Williams, famed Red Sox hitter, outlining his hitting philosophy. He advised easing power, choking up, and focusing on solid contact, with anecdotes from his career and shift usage by the AL.
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Boonsboro and Smithsburg Tie for First in County Baseball
Rain washed out two Washington County Baseball League games. Boonsboro beat Williamsport 6 to 1 as Palkovitz and Diseatl led the offense while Stenger starred for Williamsport. Smithsburg routed Middleburg 16 to 4 in a 5 inning contest, with Thomas homering and Barnhart doubling for the losers.
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Baseball Statistics Roundup From League Showdowns
In American League batting Rizzuto of New York leads with 351 runs. NiMaggio of Boston tops runs with 20. Rosen of Cleveland drives 20 RBIs. National League features Robinson of Brooklyn with 993 hits and Pafko of Brooklyn leading home runs. Magle of New York posts pitching lines. International scores Montreal 7-2 over Toronto 2-0. Ottawa 5-7 Rochester 6-3. Buffalo at Syracuse rained out. American Association Milwaukee 13-3 over, Kansas City 13 to 1. Columbus at Minneapolis rained. Toledo at St Paul rained.
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County Baseball League Standings Show Tight Race
The County Baseball League standings list Boonsboro ahead with 2 wins, 1 loss, Smithsburg 2 2, Williamsport 1 2, and Hagerstown 9 ? Various team readings are garbled but show Middleburg at 4 losses and Sharpsburg with 0 saves. Sunday schedule includes Sharpsburg at Funkstown and other matchups.
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Terps, Colonials In Vital Game For Playoff Berth
George Washington and Maryland collide in a crucial Southern Conference showdown at College Park. GW clings to a remote chance for a tournament berth while WVU and VMI vie for form in the Northern race as Duke and NC State clinch top seeds.
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Practice Cancelled for Little League Teams
Little League officials announced all practice sessions for the two divisions are canceled for the week. Team managers must report to the Little League fields at Hager and D. Lee Staley to be assigned to roles for the season opening contests.
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Carter Ready to Fight Salas in Lightweight Title Bout
May 2 Los Angeles reports Jimmy Carter and Laura Salas clash for the World Lightweight title with promoter comments urging a combative showdown. Willie Ketchum and Roger Weighton trade barbs over strategy as Salas and Carter prepare for a 15 round decision bid following their April 1 rematch.
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Milwaukee Journal Games Vault Pole Vault Mark
A look back at athletic highlights from the Milwaukee Journal Games with Bob Rich ards clearing 15 feet 3 8 inches in the pole vault. The Memphis display recalls past Ottawa gift to Barbara Ann Scott to stay Olympic eligible.
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Little League Set To Open 1982 Season at Higerstown
The Higerstown Little League plans its 1982 season opener Wednesday at 6 15 p m on the avenue with two National Division games Pangborn versus the Autos at Singer Field The ceremony features Hunter Reims as emcee and remarks by Ted Schlutzer former Cleveland player and Maryland Little League official County Commissioner Winslow Burhans Port Snyder Park Board Mayor Harman L Millk and Pony League attendees will be present Pangborn relies on veteran pitcher Slip Zaccavia behind the plate may use Don Johnson or Gary Thomas The Autos start ace pitcher Johnny Spaic cher with Jackie Ditto catching If rain delays the opener will move to Thursday at the same time and place concurrent with the American Division opening at D Lee Statey Field
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Sam Snead Wins Greenbrier Open In Rain Soaked Win
Sam Snead shot four under par 66 in heavy rain to win the Greenbrier Open at Old White course in White Sulphur Springs West Virginia. His total 204 topped Ed Oliver and Dave Pouelas, with Jim Perrier and Jimmy Clark tied for fourth. Mangrum captures Pan American golf title in Mexico City with 270.
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