Lockman Debuts as Cubs Manager With Rules and Plans
Whitey Lockman, 46, named Cubs manager to succeed Leo Durocher, vows curfews and discipline. He plans no drastic changes, intends to meet players individually, discusses pitching rotation, defense, and bench depth, and will assess future tenure after the season.
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Bulls Sold For 3.3 Million Amid Ownership Shuffle
The Chicago Bulls were sold for about 3.3 million to a group led by Arthur Wirtz owner of the Chicago Black Hawks and Chicago Stadium. The nine member owners earlier approved the sale to Chicago Cleveland and Milwaukee investors including Lester Crown and Joseph Cook. The NBA board approval was expected Friday and past bids by Peter Graham and Marvin Fishman were rejected over venue concerns and public outcry.
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Cougars Acquire Brent From Memphis for Ladner
The Carolina Cougars announced the acquisition of 71 David Brent from Memphis for 65 forward Wendell Ladner. Brent, a Jacksonville University product, signed with Memphis last March after his sophomore season and averaged 11.1 points and 8.9 rebounds in 23 games with the Dolphins.
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Carter Promises Strong Arm Comeback For Bengals
Virgil Carter says he will use strong arm tactics to keep his Cincinnati Bengals job. He has worked on improving the long pass at Wilmington College, arguing that zone defenses limit air throws. Carter, 26, led the 1970 Bengals to the Central Division title and posted the league’s best completion percentage last season, despite Greg Cook’s presence and injury woes.
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Quarterback Sees Job Security As Season Approaches
Bergey praises Virgil’s work ethic and film study and says he’s comfortable with him as quarterback. Carter backs the decision and expresses optimism about the team’s second year with Virgil and the challenge from Ken Anderson, highlighting excitement for the upcoming season.
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Pistons Sign Three Year Lease For Cobo Arena
The Detroit Pistons and the City of Detroit ink a three year lease to play 41 games a season at Cobo Arena ending speculation of a move. Pistons owner Fred Zollner in Fort Wayne is reportedly willing to sell if a price is met amid interest from buyers.
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Cardinals seek waivers for Tony Cloninger to release
St Louis Cardinals requested waivers on Tony Cloninger to grant him an unconditional release. The move clears roster space for Dennis Higgins who is 7 2 with a 1 89 ERA at Tulsa after a brief Cardinals stint. Cloninger who is 0 2 in 17 games this season was acquired from Cincinnati in a spring trade for Julian Javier and will join the club in Montreal.
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Sparky Says Reds Not To Be Measured Against 1970 Miracle
Sparky Anderson cautions that this year’s Reds cannot be compared to the 1970 Big Red Machine. Cincinnati holds a six game NL West lead, hosts San Diego after the All Star break, and aims to stay healthy as they pursue more wins while facing Houston and Los Angeles.
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