Braves trade Robinson for Goodson amid pitching woes
Atlanta sends shortstop Craig Robinson to San Francisco for first baseman Ed Goodson as the Braves seek better pitching and a late west race push. The exchange comes as Atlanta fans critique the ongoing lineup and form ahead of a potential 10 to 12-win stretch in the coming schedule.
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Wild brawl erupts as Horton provokes Tigers at Detroit
Willie Horton triggers a bench clearing melee after an inside pitch against the California Angels. Horton clashes with Angels and Tigers as both clubs erupt on the field. Angels win 14-7 the first game while the second game is suspended by curfew with Detroit leading 5-3.
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Green Making Return From Fishing Trip
Hubert Green, defending champion, returns to the Philadelphia Golf Classic amid a slow season. He admits laziness and less practice hurt his game, noting he must work harder to regain form after loafing and fishing trips.
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Judge Fined Greyhound Owners in Monticello Dispute
Leon County Circuit Judge Victor Cawthon imposed fines of 20 to 75 dollars a day on 13 greyhound owners for refusing to train and race their dogs at Monticello. Spokesman Lloyd Clager says owners will likely pay the fines and continue boycotting to push for purses of 3.5 percent of mutual handle. The dispute follows earlier contempt findings against 16 owners and parallels an appeal over a Daytona Beach walkout.
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Giants Strike Again as Young Talent Steers Win
Giants beat Phillies 8 3 behind Gary Thomasson's three run homer as Ed Goodson heads to Atlanta in a swap for Craig Robinson. Willie Montanez and Chris Speier drive in runs to keep San Francisco 4 1/2 games behind NL West leader Cincinnati.
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Gullett Dominates As Reds Beat Cardinals 3 1
Don Gullett earned his fourth straight win and eighth of the season for the Reds against the Cardinals. He pitched effectively and contributed on offense with solid work at the plate.
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SCOREBOARD Thursday Baseball Games
Summary of multiple games with listed pitchers and records for Minnesota New York California Detroit Cleveland Kansas City Oakland Milwaukee Boston Chicago Baltimore Texas Friday matchups and Wednesdays results including rain postponement and numerous interleague pairings and outcomes.
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ABA To Operate 15 Teams In '75
The ABA will run 10 clubs next season after canceling a dispersal draft for Memphis and San Diego. Denver co owner Frank Goldberg seeks a 30 day delay on franchise fate as San Diego and Conquistadors weigh options. Mike Storen remains optimistic the Memphis Sounds will stay in Memphis.
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