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...baseball, now the reigning kings of boredom. New York has fallen on hard times, but it may stage a mild resurgence this year. The pitching is spotty, with only Mel Stottlemyre anything above average, the defense is hardly anything to write home about, but the offense, led by Bobby Murcer (the Yankees entry in the "superstar" category), Roy White and a gaggle of good young players could produce. But, alas, the Yankees are still dull, dull, dull...
...this season the thrills and techniques are there in flourishing array. It is Cincinnati Catcher Johnny Bench loosing one of his rocket-like throws to second. It is Montreal Rightfielder Rusty Staub making a sliding, onehanded catch. It is Yankee Centerfielder Bobby Murcer bowling over the catcher at home plate. It is Atlanta Leftfielder Ralph Garr running out from under his hat as he steals yet another base. It is New York Mets Shortstop Bud Harrelson pirouetting over second base to begin a double play. It is Pittsburgh Leftfielder Willie Stargell pounding a thunderous drive. It is Kansas City Royals...
Home runs by Jerry Kennedy and Bobby Murcer helped the Yankees to a healthy 8-0 lead, and Mel Stottlemeyer was able to hold the Senators to four runs despite huge Frank Howard's two run homer...