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Penetanguishene Citizen (1975-1988), 3 Sep 1985, p. 12

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Heathcliff ts back! Burgher Bits-- --by Arnold Burgher-- Last week when the discussion of finding a capable backup for Ernie Whii! came up in a discussion with my son, I jokingly suggested we make a trade for Cliff Johnson. However, the lad in his ultimate wisdom, pointed out the fact the last time he caught for he Jays he left a lot to be desired. Little did either one of us know that he would be back in a Toronto who is 26 years of age with a record of 7-12 for first place Syracuse, and 21 year old Jeff Mays who was 2-4 and two saves with a 5.06 earned run average for Class A Florence. Jays must name another player at the batters now because of the awesome power they possess. Both Moseby and Upshaw seem to perform well with Johnson around. Upshaw enjoyed his best year aS a major leaguer in 1983. Just as important as * i uniform, especially end of the year to his bat will be his i under the cir- completethedeal,andit demonstrated ability in cumstances in which he could be Jeff Hearron, the clubhouse to keep left the club. currently with the big ihe team's heads Excellent move by club. The Rangers screwed on_ right Pat Gillick. All year apparently are looking through the tough I've been commenting for catching help, so stretch run. on the despearate need Hearron would be a Buy your World Series of a clubhouse leader, likely choice since the tickets early, because and now we have one. Jays have better' we're going to be there. He's got a pretty mean prospects al Syracuse. bat as well. Johnson With the addition of was batting .257 for Heathcliff, Moseby , Texas, with 12 round quite likely will be {rippers and 56 ribbies batting second in front in 296 al bats. Withmen of Johnson, followed by on base he was belting Bell, Barfield, and he ball a! a .424 clip. Upshaw. ; Jays gave up two It will be more dif- 4 minor league hurlers for ficult for pitchers to Johnson, Matt Williams pitch around Blue Jay Plate Umpire John Wadge displays excellent positioning behind the plate, as catcher Ray 7 Leeking of Wilkins Auto waits patiently for the Mighty pitch in last week's Huronia Slow Pitch League All-Star Clash. This CMT Video batter prepares to Casey at bat cena ihe bai into orbit. -Photo by Arnold Burgher AND COUNTRY CLUB ia : j Pay your $150. Initiation Fee for 1986 now and if application is approved, ) you may play the remainder of the / 1985 season at no extra cost. | For further information, } Z a a iy £ It's hockey time again CALL 526-5722 or 526-5822. @ Peter Dubeau, general manager of ihe Penetang - Jr. C Kings, has announced, tryout camp will take place in Penetang on Sept. 15 or 16, times to be | announced. Dubeau expects about 10 returnees Young Dilvake of Canada | from las! year which leaves plenty of room for / j I local hopefuls. Kings are looking for a couple of i defencemen and a goal scorer or two for the up- coming season. . ; _WANT ED | | us first escape * YDC GRADUATES ELIGIBLE FOR UP TO 44% DISCOUNT ON AUTO INSURANCE % COURSE FEE IS INCOME TAX DEDUCTIBLE % VISA ACCEPTED Next Evening Course starts Sept. 10 Tues & Thurs 6-9 p.m.for 4 consecutive weeks For information. brochures and course schedules call: 026-8500 Over 150,000 graduates recommend us Young Drivers of Canada 303 MIDLAND AVE.. MIDLAND The Leaders in Driver Training Coast to Coast 10% OFF All in-store stock while quantities last! We now have our skate sharpener back in operation |THE BIKE SHOP S 542 Bay St., Midland 526-5661 Midland Bay Marina, located at the foot of William Street, Midland Page 12, Tuesday, September 3, 1985

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