Torre Slams Home Run In Slump Claim For Mets
Joe Torre says his slump shows when he hits a homer as he follows a three run drive off Balor Moore in the Expos defeat. Lou Brock's double and Bob Gibson’s pitching pace St Louis to a 43 win while other NL results shift standings and race with Pittsburgh.
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Duran Wins WBA Lightweight Title In Controversial Knockout
Roberto Duran claimed the world lightweight title at Madison Square Garden after Ken Buchanan retired with a groin injury following a 13th round exchange. Duran, a 21 year old Panamanian, knocked Buchanan in a furious attack and faced referee rulings as the crowd of 18 821 watched.
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Tiger Rookie On No-hit Dream Delivers First MLB Victory
Detroit rookie Bill Slayback recalled from Toledo pitched seven hitless innings against the Yankees in his major league debut before allowing three runs in the ninth. Mickey Stanley drove in three in a six run sixth as Detroit beat New York 4 3. It left Detroit one game ahead of Baltimore in the AL East with Slayback nearly achieving a no hitter in his first start.
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Lady Umpire Bernice Gera Quits After Surprise Debut
Bernice Gera, baseball history’s first female umpire, announced quitting after her Geneva New York debut in a New York Penn League game. The 40 year old Jackson Heights, New York housewife said she is tired and will speak at a Wednesday news conference near her home. She officiated the Auburn Phillies vs Geneva Rangers opener and called a runner safe on a line drive double play, ending six years of legal fights to break the sex barrier.
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Piney Woods Invitational Golf Begins Field of 192
The 54th Piney Woods Invitational opens Saturday with 192 golfers aiming for the championship. Defending champ Jack Rountree of Lake City holds last year's three round total of 215, while Marquee contenders include Frank Mulherin of Augusta and others from Valdosta and Columbus College. The four day event is a 72 hole format.
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Conigliaro Calls Baseball Unhappy for Him
Billy Conigliaro, suspended Milwaukee Brewers outfielder, says baseball is an unhappy chore and hints at retirement. He plans to reevaluate his life away from the sport while in Baltimore for a two game series with the Red Sox. He cites slump and lineup changes as factors but cites deeper discontent and interest in his business.
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IRS Blocked Rams Colts Trade Rumor Sparks Tax Angle
Rumors say the Los Angeles Rams may be sold to Robert Irsay and Willard Keland to trade for the Baltimore Colts, with Carroll Rosenbloom facing a large capital gains issue and IRS approval needed for a swap. Rosenbloom weighs tax savings against league and court approvals amid West Coast business moves.
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Baseball Standings and Results Prompt AP Update
The scoreboard shows American League leaders with Detroit and Cleveland atop the table. Oakland and Minnesota post solid showings while Chicago and Kansas City struggle in midseason standings with multiple games listed for Tuesday and Wednesday schedules.
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Baseballs Top Ten Batting and Pitching Leaders
This summary lists leading players by category: American League batting Rudi Oak .333 and May Chi .313. runs Harper Ben 45 and May Chi 40. RBIs Allen Chi 45 and May Chi 40. hits Rudi Oak 77 and Piniella KC 74. doubles Patek KC and Piniella KC 15. triples Blair Bal Fisk Ben and Rudi Oak 5. home runs R Jackson Oak 15 and Cash Det 14. stolen bases Nelson Tex 20 and Kelly Chi 19. pitching Fingers Oak 5-1 and Kaat Min 9-2. strikeouts Lolich Det 107 and Coleman Det 104. National League batting Ceden o Htn .349 and Alou StL .333. runs Morgan Cin 63 and Bonds SF 47. RBIs Bench Cin 56, Oliver Pgh 47, Stargell Pgh 47. hits Brock StL 86 and Oliver Pgh 81. doubles Simmons StL 16 Maddox SF 16 Bonds SF. triples Brock StL 6 and Card enal Chi 5, Bowa Phi 5, Rose Cin 5. home runs Bench Cin 19 and Kingman SF 16. stolen bases Morgan Cin 29 and Brock StL 24. other lines show Blass Pgh 1 900 2.65 J Ray Hun 71 875 4.31. strikeouts Carlton Phi 146 Seaver NY 88.
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Bryant Battles Fox as He Shuts Out Braves
Ron Bryant quieted the Atlanta Braves 3-0 for his second straight shutout after a St. Louis dispute with Charlie Fox. Ed Goodson had three hits as Bryant improved to 5-4 with a 2.64 ERA, boosting San Francisco to three straight wins. The series ends tonight.
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