Pratt defends self after betting accusations in league dispute
Babe Pratt of the Toronto Maple Leafs denied any prejudicial conduct after being accused of betting on hockey. He admitted to betting on games but said he never bet against his team and vowed to maintain his play even as questions swirled around league officials. Pratt, MVP in 1943-44 with 17 goals and 40 assists, defended his reputation amid the controversy.
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Cardinals Promises Star Rookie Catcher to Succeed Walker Cooper
St Louis manager Eddie Dyer says rookie catcher Jon Gatugivla could replace Walker Cooper after 25 games, while still in Army service in the Pacific. Gatugivla, a Columbus native and former second-string catcher, is praised for power and defense though short on experience. Discharge expected by midseason under War Department rule. another rookie Wilber also cited for future discharge.
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Letduwen in Football Seen for Tulsa U
Tulsa University looks to rebuild under coach Buddy Brothers after Henry Fenkin era. The new coach aims to develop disciplined players over star talents as he reshapes the program despite limited resources.
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Buddy) Brothers
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Tuni
Engineers and Union Face Historic Troy Rivalry in Cage Battle
Behr Manning wins Indus tilt 62 38 as Union and Union College rekindle one of the oldest intercollegiate series in New York. Saturday’s game at 87 Gym pits the Dutchmen led by Dingley against the Engineers with Boehm and Powell key reserves. Union holds 40 victories to Engineers 20 in the long rivalry, with fan interest high and a near sellout crowd expected.
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Wright to Pilot Semi Pro Club in Stillwater
Beltimore Interna hong baseball club manager Tommy Thomas announced Wright would pilot the semi pro team at his Stillwater Oklahoma home. Wright, veteran of the International League and American Association, broke a bone in his foot last week and was out for a week. he batted .808 in 62 games.
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Blue Jay Pitcher Receives Army Discharge
Philadelphia Phillies yesterday announced that pitcher Tommy Hughes has been discharged from the Army. General Manager Herb Pennek said Hughes is expected to rejoin the club for spring training and likely will be a leading hurler for the Blue Jays in their bid for a first division spot in the National League.
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College Basketball Scores and Conversions From Various Matches
College teams posted mixed results with Colgate trailing Syracuse 69 to 44 while Penn State led Ohio State 18 to 1. Pitt defeated West Virginia 72 to 33 as Yale beat Columbia 88 to 45 and Rhode Island edged Bowling Green 63 to 68. Middlebury defeated Tafis 1 to 35 and Northeastern took a 47 point win.
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120 Sox Signings Review Amid Red Sox Player Contracts
The Boston Red Sox announced signing twenty player contracts yesterday including key names. Included were details involving receipt and confirmations from manager or agents and outfielder Johnny Lazor among others.
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Boston Red Sox
Intleldova
Yanks Will Cup 1946: Metheny Predicts Easy Title
Wortalk Virginia UP WIL quote Oscar Metheny predicting the New York Yankees will win the American League title in 1946. Metheny, Yankee right fielder, says the club has star players, strong defense, and pitching depth. He expects Yankees to set attendance records with changes at Yankee Stadium.
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Joe McCarthy
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Maury High School
Quih Elder
Heston
Deirut
New York
Cleveland
Toronto
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Alumni Tilt Lineups Named for Armory Exhibition
Coaches Ed Tennett Waterctat and Joe DeMantn Healy reveal lineups for tonight's alumni game in the Armory as part of the reunion event. Watervniel’s squad features Paul LeCuyer Murphy Whitney Dutch Kvambunl Moose Kowalehyit Hom Dinia Bill Tony Dick Dillacco Mitchell Spink Dave Reta Art Prascio Sabi Madercesiin. Headly’s group lists Devine Me MTaughiin Hurley McGrath B and W Jordan Machoea Thibadean Megson D merest Ine Terry.
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Syracuse Whips Union Quint 69 to 31 in bright win
Syracuse dominated Union with sharp shooting led by Garber of Bingamattod scoring 72, while captain Roy Veters shared top honors with WW points. Union failed to penetrate a six foot defense as Syracuse built a 35 to 18 halftime lead and cruised to a 69 31 victory behind strong team defense and balanced scoring.
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Boxing purse battles loom as Cochrane faces Servo
New York scene centers on Red Cochrane guarding a likely $30,000 purse and up to 37 percent of his earnings as promoter offices and managers clash over Friday’s welterweight bout with Marty Servo. Contracts raise stakes while state officials warn against fight-time interference and potential stripping of titles.
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Gilzenberg
Chamtien
Red Cochrane
Marty Servo
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Red
Wildie
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New York Supreme Court
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Eivie’s Lake
Red Jowes
Servy
Radic Hagan
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Fitzsimmons Hartin Auto Collision In Brooklyn
Fitzsimmons Hartin, ex major league player and Brooklyn Football Gods manager, was in a head on collision in Brooklyn. He suffered fractured ribs and bruises and was hospitalized. Dr. Lew Hochberg, driver of the other vehicle, had no brain concussion but internal injuries and was also treated. Police said the crash occurred when both trolley vans lost control after wheel contact. Hartin recently returned from Hamilton where he played for servicemen and had manager roles with the Phillies after time with the Giants and Dodgers.
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Brooklyn Dodgers
Philadelphia Phillies
Greatest Season Predicted for Eastern Loop in 1946
Williamsport Pa CTI The Jenst un Baseball League anticipates its best season in 22 years as discharged servicemen return. President Thomas H Richardson, entering his ninth year, cites postwar optimism and plans for a New York spring meeting to set the 1946 schedule. Four new managers will guide teams including Ralph Widegartier at Elmira, Hal Lipscomb at Williamsport, and Dutch Mormer at Hartford, with 1945 pilots returning to Albany, Wilkes-Barre, Scranton, and Utica.
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Elmixa
Hg Lipscomb
Willamsport
Dutch Mormer
Hartsford
Tme
Binghamton
Rip Collins
Albany
Dick Porter
Wilkes-Barre
Elmar Yater
Scranton
Eddie Sawyer
Utica
Brooks Sign Pair in Brooklyn Baseball Moves
In Brooklyn yesterday Brookyn UW-Baneball activity announced the signing of second baseman Slanky and pitcher Hend. Rickey disclosed the second baseman Hadle Stanky and pitcher Ed Head signings as part of a broad push for new talent. Sharks and other players are noted for recent performances while Coach Presser returns from a Pacific trip and discusses Joe Hatlen a Brooklyns rookie with a strong curve ball.
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Bill Rickey
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Newport News
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Rex Bowen
Chick Presser
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Brookllyn Rookly
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Hatlen
Tor Montreal
Lansingburg High Names Walter Eckerson Coach
Walter Eckerson of Lansingburg High leads the 10th grade basketball squad as it eyes progress in Souden 2 Class 8. The piece notes Eckerson’s coaching lineage and his impact, with mentions of players like Bob Baber and Ed Bonhett, and hints at upcoming matchups including a key game against Watervliet and a Saturday clash at Waterford.
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Leblanc Dominates New Orleans Race Day with Three Wins
Jockey Charla Leblanc of Louisiana rode three winners at the fall New Orleans festival meet. Her mounts included Plover Brand in the Carrollton purse, Panter Brunel in the sixth, and Solid Bender in the second. Plover Brand edged Champs First by a nose, with Baby Gald in third. Panter Branch paid $18 for $2 and won by a nose over Handley's Helpsweep.
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Charla Leblanc
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Panter Brunel
Solid Bender
Felix Rando
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Baby Gald
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Handley
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Pride
Troy Stars and Mont Pleasant win in Albany arena action
Mont Pleasant High School defeats Albany All Stars 58 27 in a late season matchup while Troy All-Stars rally to beat Albany 44 35. Hudik scores 38 for Mont Pleasant. Duval leads Albany with 10 points. Referees list Davia and Alger.
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Ray Duval
Army Beats Penn State 46-45 In Tight Basketball Finish
Army nips Penn State 46 45 as Robby Means ties the game late and Fanners earns two free throws after a late foul. Penn State, led by Wally Talie vitch with 21, fell behind early but briefly led 25 22 before a strong second half comeback by Army. Kenny Tallman and Johnny Nance combined for 44 points in a hard fought contest at Kalftimna.
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