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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 19, 1977

Page

8

Veteran Hurlers to Start in All Star Game

Don Sutton and Jim Palmer will start for the NL and AL respectively in the 48th All Star Game at Yankee Stadium. Sutton seeks his first start in the event, while Palmer brings a history of solid showings in the park. NL lineup features Morgan Garvey Parker Foster Luzinski Cey Bench Concepcion. AL lineup includes Carew Randolph Brett Yaz Trout Fisk Burleson.

New York Don Sutton Yankee Stadium Jim Palmer Sutton Los Angles Dodgers Palmer Baltimore Seaver Sparky Lyle Bill Campbell Boston Jim Kern Cleveland Dave LaRoche California Jim Slaton Milwaukee Dennis Eckersley Billy Martin Yankees Eckersley Cincinnati Joe Morgan Steve Garvey Los Angeles Dave Parker Pittsburgh Reggie Jackson Richie Fisk Chicago Carlton Fisk Red Sox Rick Burleson

Namath Brings Experience as Rams Face Tough Opponents

Fullerton California AP Joe Namath says defenders will be as tough on him with the Los Angeles Rams as they were with the New York Jets. The 34 year old free agent joined the Rams May 12 and aims to unseat Pat Haden as the starter while learning new signals and terminology. Namath, No 2 QB behind Haden, listened to coaches and linemen talks to adapt to the Rams system during early sessions.

Rams Namath Los Angeles Pat Haden University of Southern California John Had Green Bay

Browns Top Picks Absent In rookie camp at Kent State

Oliver Davis, Browns' top 1977 draft choice in camp, avoids blaming No.1 pick Robert Jackson and No.2 pick Tom Skladany for skipping rookie training. Davis, a 6-2 1 42 pound safety from Tennessee State, discusses impact of missing camp, his own position goals, and coach Forrest Gregg preparing 51 players as veterans filter in.

Kent, Ohio Oliver Davis Robert Jackson Tom Skladany Cleveland Browns Kent State University Davis Browns Jackson Skladany Tennessee State Forrest Gregg David Gregg Mike Pruitt

Knicks Seek Home Court in Nets Move Battle

New York Knicks press to block New Jersey move by Nets under indemnification clause. Judge Carter may decide jurisdiction over disputes from the 1976 ABA to NBA settlement, affecting where Nets can relocate.

NEW York New York Knicks National Basketball Association New York Nets Nets New Jersey NBA Uniondale N.Y Knicks New York City Westchester Robert L. Carter Carter American Basketball Association

DiMaggio and Mays Lead All Star Game Honorary Captains

Hall of fame icons Joe DiMaggio and Willie Mays are named honorary captains for the 48th All Star Game at Yankee Stadium. The pregame lineup conference will feature the two legends to evoke the game’s classic era when passion for baseball outweighed contracts.

Hal Bock Yankee Stadium New York Joe DiMaggio Willie Mays Bowie Kuhn

All Stars DiMaggio and Mays Shine At Heroic Game

The Athens Messenger recalls the All Star Game three years past as DiMaggio and Mays draw praise in New York. Players wrestle with fatigue and pride, but both legends express thrill at returning to the event and the lasting impact of the clubhouse atmosphere.

New York DiMaggio Mays Yankee Lou Boudreau Boudreau Yankees

Jackie Robinson's Shadow Looms Over All-Star Game

AP Special Correspondent recalls Jackie Robinson's impact as Willie Mays and baseball legends discuss the NL dominance in recent All-Star history. The piece notes Robinson's break of the color barrier, Branch Rickey's role, and the ensuing surge of black and Latin players, with Hank Aaron later chasing Ruth's record.

Will Grimsley Jackie Robinson Willie Mays Yankee Stadium Branch Rickey National League Mays Alabama Giants Joe DiMaggio Brooklyn Robin Dodgers Jackie Roy Campanella Don Newcombe Joe Black Monte Irvin Roberto Clemente Juan Marichal Orlando Cepeda Hank Aaron Babe Ruth

Solomon Wins Crown at Western Tennis Championship

Harold Solomon defeated Mark Cox 6-2 6-3 to win the 90th Western Tennis Championships in Cincinnati. The Florida native and third seed cruised without dropping a set in five matches, earning a $16,000 prize as he showcased potent serving and smart placement against Cox's forehand.

Cincinnati Jimmy Connors Harold Solomon Florida Mark Cox Solomon

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