Four Flyers go on trial in Leafs playoff brawl case
Four Philadelphia Flyers Bob Kelly Mel Bridgman Don Saleski and Joe Watson were ordered to stand trial by Ontario court on charges from the April brawl with the Toronto Maple Leafs. Kelly faces assault causing bodily harm for an incident at Maple Leaf Gardens and Bridgman faces a similar charge. Saleski and Watson face counts including possession of a dangerous weapon a hockey stick and assaulting a policeman. Trials likely will be held separately with judge and jury options.
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Erving Deal Nears Trade To 76ers
Julius Erving said he has not been traded from the Nets to the 76ers yet but that a transfer is imminent. An informed source indicated Philadelphia would pay about 3 million dollars to acquire Erving and sign him to a six year 3.5 million contract, making him the game’s highest paid player.
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OJ Simpsons impact eyed in Bills Patriots clash
FOXBORO Mass UPI Bills seek advantage as OJ Simpson has torched the Patriots in the past but coach Jim Ringo notes a changed Patriots with Chuck Fairbanks guiding an enthusiastic group. Simpson averages 3.8 yards per carry while Buffalo limits carries to protect him.
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Giants and Cardinals pull six player trade in major swap
San Francisco Giants and St. Louis Cardinals announce a six player trade centering on catcher Dave Rader and outfielder Willie Crawford. Also headed to St Louis are Mike Caldwell and John D Acquisto while John Curtis Vic Harris join the Giants. Details note Crawford batted .304 with nine homers in 1976 and Rader hit .263 with 22 RBIs in 1975.
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Southern Open Golf predicts high scores in cold weather
In Columbus Georgia the $125 000 Southern Open at Green Island Country Club starts amid cold wet conditions. Bob Dixon and Hubert Green shot 68 to lead after the Pro Am with Forrest Ferler and Ben Crenshaw at 69. Crenshaw seeks top money list position needing a high finish while players expect difficult greens and downhill putts if they overshoot.
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Wiskoski Leads Union Cross Country Rise
Park Street Bennington native Stanley Wiskoski, a Union College senior, has four first and a second this season. He broke the Union course record and serves as captain of a young squad. Wiskoski majors in German and Russian and was a standout athlete at Mt. Anthony where he starred in basketball and track.
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Reds aim to sweep as rain delays World Series
Sparky Anderson warned Yankees that the Reds must press from the start to complete a four game sweep after rain postponed game four. He listed Gary Nolan to close out the series while Yankees manager Billy Martin planned to start Ed Figueroa. Weather forecast predicted clear skies and cool temperatures for 8:30 p.m. EDT.
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World Series talk from dull to dramatic tone
New York based column weighs the 1970s World Series outlook as Reds dominate Yankees. It notes post season trends such as Johnny Bench’s 26 game no steal streak, compares past thrillers like 1954 and 1966, cites free agent salaries including Reggie Jackson and Bobby Grich, and recalls anecdotes about Pete Rose, Elston Howard, Casey Stengel, and Reds President Bob Howsam while previewing potential trades and financial break-even points.
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King's Return Brief as Singles Focus Limited to WTT
Billie Jean King exited the Inaugural women's tournament after one singles match, losing to Dianne Fromholtz 6-2 6-4, and announced she would limit singles play to World Team Tennis. Evert dominated Rosie Casals 6-1 6-0, Wade edged Mona Guerrani 7-6 6-2, Navratilova beat Sue Barker 6-3 6-2, while Richey, Steve, Jansovec, and Durr also advanced in opening-round play.
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Everest Climbing Season Packed Through 1982
Mt Everest, the world’s tallest peak at 29 028 feet, is booked solid through 1982 as climbing parties hope to reach the summit. Authorities report limited permits and high demand from mountaineers, guiding companies, and expedition teams across the region.
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