Pirates sweep Padres as Reuss holds off San Diego
Pittsburgh Pirates win 3rd straight behind Jerry Reuss’s strong 7 2/3 innings and Rich Gossage’s scoreless ninth. Stargell lauds pitching staff while Stennett, Stargell, and Taveras drive in runs. Padres’ Bill Almon and Gene Richards triple for San Diego’s lone score. Manager Chuck Tanner praises resilience and Stargell’s leadership after a late meeting.
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Seattle Slew to Run in Swaps Stakes on July 3
Seattle Slew will return to the race track in the Swaps Stakes at Hollywood Park on July 3 with the $300,000 purse. The AP report notes the planned comeback and stakes engagement for the champion horse as this top race unfolds.
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West Virginia NBA top 100 note and Swaps Stakes details
The article notes that not one NBA top 100 player was recruited by West Virginia University and discusses Hollywood Park officials proposing a Swaps Stakes purse increase to 300000 if Seattle Slew enters. It lists likely entrants including J.O. Tobin Text Nordic Prince and Bad N Big with Slew aiming for another classic sweep.
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Phillies Rally Past Reds in Slugfest for 15-9 Win
Larry Bowa delivers a grand slam and four hits as the Phillies outslug the Reds 15-9 in Philadelphia. Tug McGraw nabbed the win. Joe Hoerner took the loss after Cincinnati built an early lead. Schmidt homered twice for Philadelphia as the teams combined for eight homers and 28 hits.
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AAU National Junior Olympic basketball tournament opens
In Huntington West Virginia action starts today at Marshall University's Memorial Fieldhouse for the AAU national junior Olympic tournament for 15 and 16 year olds. West Virginia features seven holdovers from last year including 6 11 Earl Jones and 6 3 Jeff Schneider with first round games listed by time and opponent.
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Grafton Hosts Weekend Softball Tournament
Grafton hosts a five‑team fast pitch round robin at Grafton High School with Kale Motors First National Bank of Grafton, Hestons of Fairmont, Merchants of Rosemont, Parkersburg Independents, and Charlestown Moose. Action runs Saturday and Sunday from noon to about 8 pm with strict ASA rules and on‑site disputes.
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