Warrick Keeps USC Aiken Pacers Recruiting Busy
USC Aiken coach Randy Warrick emphasizes recruiting as the key to winning. The Pacers posted 53 wins and a NAIA World Series run, signing four players including Borifi Fitzpatrick and Kipila, with three drafted by MLB clubs. Warrick notes signings may affect future recruiting and stresses continued outreach while basketball-like balance with post season exposure.
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Cubs fire Frey and name Vukovich interim manager
Cubs President Dallas Green fired Jim Frey and named John Vukovich as interim manager as the team opened a homestand with the St. Louis Cardinals. Green declined to confirm if Vukovich would be permanent, saying only he is managing today and he aims to hire the right long term leader soon. Vukovich, 38, is a former NL pennant winner and Cubs coach for five seasons, previously a reliable third baseman in NL champ teams.
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Frey Fired as Cubs Manager After Quick Decline in 1985
Jim Frey was dismissed Thursday as manager of the Chicago Cubs after a 23-33 start and eight-game stretch. Don Zimmer was also released as third-base coach. Frey, who led the 1984 NL East champion Cubs to Manager of the Year honors, expressed dismay at the decision and cited injuries and underperforming pitching staff as factors. He had previously led Kansas City to the 1980 AL pennant and later spent years in Baltimore’s system.
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CBS Admits It Paid More For NFL Television Rights
In a New York court, CBS executive Neal Pilson testified that CBS paid a high price to renew the NFL deal for 1982 86, admitting Rozelle pressured networks to secure the contract. He said CBS faced losing its NFL package amid network bargaining and discussed spring USFL telecasts as a fallback option.
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Nicklaus Struggles at Shinnecock in U S Open Opener
Masters champion Jack Nicklaus, with son Jackie nearby, sinks to a 77 at Shinnecock Hills as winds and cold bite the opening round. He cards three double bogeys and a bogey with one birdie, losing a ball for the first time in a major since 1959. Nicklaus blames the tough conditions and USGA miscommunication for the lapse.
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Rams Acquire Giants Carpenter In Trade
Hartford report says Rob Carpenter will be traded from the New York Giants to the Los Angeles Rams for a sixth round pick. Carpenter, 31, discussed signing today at Giants Stadium and noted the Rams will pay a reduced, one year contract. He cited the Rams desire for a versatile two back offense and a tough inside runner to complement Eric Dickerson.
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