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Newspaper
Anderson Herald
Location
Anderson, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1972
Page
16
Bart Starr, long time Packers quarterback and star of five NFL titles, retires after years of shoulder and arm problems. He ends a Hall of Fame run, leaves Scott Hunter as No. 1 QB, and reflects on a career highlighted by Super Bowl wins and record passing feats with Green Bay.
Hoyt Wilhelm, 48, was released by the Los Angeles Dodgers after a long major league career spanning 1,870 games with 1,070 as a reliever. The veteran righty, born in 1908, scuffled through injury and age, posting a 4.62 ERA in 25 innings this season and holding a record 124 finishes, while also tying for most career relief appearances.
Washington reports wage controls exempt professional athletes and club officials from salary limits amid a broadening policy. The Pay Council says bonuses and wages for players, coaches, and front office staff may rise under the exemption, while noting foreign league remunera tions complicate enforcement. It cites hockey price hikes as an example of enforcement challenges and recalls a Chicago Black Hawks ruling over program prices.
New York Mets star Rusty Staub underwent successful surgery Friday on his injured right hand at Roosevelt Hospital. The outfielder, the team's home run leader, is likely to miss about five weeks and will be placed on the disabled list after a fracture of the hamate bone was finally detected by hand specialist Dr Herbert Stark following multiple X-ray checks. Staub is expected to be discharged Saturday and aims to return after the All Star break, with no immediate minor league callups planned.
Pitt Pirates ace reliever Giusti blasted the National League managers for suspected bias in the All-Star selections. He questioned why he was bypassed for the third straight year and criticized the selection process as a fraud. Teammate Denny Maytanga noted he would face NL stars next Tuesday. Nine pitchers were nominated, including Clay Carroll and Tie McGraw. Giusti owns a 4-4 record with 14 saves and a 1.01 ERA. McGraw is 4-4 with 14 saves and a 2.05 ERA. Carroll is 4-2 with 2 saves and a 1.49 ERA.
The Kansas City Royals and manager Dick Williams announced a strengthened AL All Star squad Friday. Kansas City will be represented by four players, with Weaver directing and Boz Temon as manager. The selections include Batting and pitching additions from Baltimore and Oakland alongside a mix of star players from four teams.
Deus ay Parsons of Bilerbe North Carolina topped the second day of Dixie stock car qualifiers at Altoona International Raceway in Hampton Georgia, driving a Mercury to 155.498 mph. He earned the No 16 starting spot for Sunday’s 46 car field, which will race at 1 30 pm EDT. David Pearson of Spartanburg South Carolina captured the pole position on Thursday.
Inglewood Calif AP Bold Liz, a 2 year old filly, seeks the $82,250 James Hylton prize amid a field of male rivals. The daughter of Jacinto has shown sharp speed in six starts, with a recent record-breaking stretch and quick 1 09 2 5 clockings, as owner Weakly and jockey Jorge Tejena aim for top honors and a strong wagering slate.
The Associated Press reports three $100,000 races headlined in New York Chicago and Inglewood California. Autobiography and Executioner duel in the Suburban Handicap at Aqueduct with Autobiography the 2-1 favorite. The day features top contenders from Gulfstream Seminole Metropolitan and more with purses totaling about $113,800.
Ferrari is favored for the upcoming Watkins Glen sixty tour race in New York. Alfa Romeo and Lola teams are seen as potential challengers, with Jo Bonnier and Carlo Pesenti among names linked to the event. The article notes Ferrari’s absence from the 24-hour race and mentions related Formula One context and driver comments.
A scrambled report lists Andretti among front row contenders and mentions several drivers and teams including Redman and Mer leader. The six hour race in Australia is set for Sunday at 2:30 p.m. with several entries and absences noted, reflecting a weekend event in England.
Johnny Sain, veteran pitching coach for the Chicago White Sox, mentors young pitchers with a professor's calm. He emphasizes principles and change in velocity, cites past influences like manager Gilbert, and notes how Baltimore’s Cuellar and McNally pose challenges. His long career and insistence on refining technique define his impact.
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