Whalers edge Aeros to take 1-0 series lead
Tom Webster scored twice in the second period and added a third in the third to fuel the Hartford Whalers to a 4-2 win over the Houston Aeros in Game 1 of the WHA semifinal. Webster, with six playoff goals, led a rally after a scoreless first period as Cap Raeder starred in goal. The Whalers, the lowest playoff seed, seized home-ice advantage with Games 2 and 3 set in Hartford.
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Gilliam signs three year Falcons deal in Atlanta
Atlanta Falcons announce the signing of nine year NFL veteran wide receiver John Gilliam after his option year with the Minnesota Vikings ended. Gilliam, who has lived in Atlanta and owns a local shoe store, says the move fulfills his wish to play for Atlanta and emphasizes it is not about money.
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