Coaches Corner foes mix as Biddeford Thornton meet Westbrook Portland
The article previews football Week with Biddeford at Westbrook and Thornton Academy at Portland. Coach Bob Cote warns against overconfidence while praising Westbrook and Thornton players. Dave Kerry plans fundamentals as Old Orchard Beach eyes Marshwood after a 26-6 win over Wells.
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Pitchers primed to hit as A's and Orioles vie for pennant
Oakland manager Dick Williams says pinch hitters will be ready as the A’s and Orioles pursue the AL title with the designated hitter rule in place. Pitchers Jim Hunter and others have been taking batting practice. Orioles manager Earl Weaver weighs lineups amid Boog Powell’s shoulder and Bobby Tolan’s season-ending suspension.
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Orioles Weigh Davis Bat Help For Roster Spot
The Baltimore Orioles, accustomed to Tommy Davis with the bat, weigh possible spot for him on the roster as spring training continues.
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Reds manager Sparky Anderson eyes Mets in NL playoffs
Reds Cincinnati manager Sparky Anderson said he preferred Pittsburgh or Montreal to the Mets in the National League playoffs. He noted hitters would struggle in the 4 p.m. sun at Riverfront Stadium and facing pitchers Tom Seaver Jerry Koosman and John Matlack. Anderson anticipated Seaver twice in the best.
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Oilers Acquire Bill Thomas From Cowboys on Waivers
Houston Oilers obtain running back Bill Thomas from Dallas Cowboys on waivers. The move shifts depth at backfield as Oilers evaluate the veteran running back. Thomas has prior NFL experience with the Cowboys and contributes immediate depth to Houston's offense.
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Bruins to carry three goalies and trim roster
Boston Bruins plan to use three goalies this season led by Gilbert and Broderick with Ross Brooks in the mix. Dave Reece to be sent to the Boston Braves as the squad trims to 22, while Derek Sanderson nears return from a back injury. The team hosts Montreal tonight in exhibition play.
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Race Day Harness Results and Purses Across Ten Races
A compendium of race results with winners, pay lines, and times. Glen Oaks and Mountain Buckeye lead pace events. trotting winners Charming Chance and others noted. Multiple also-rans listed. exacta and handle figures cited.
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Major League Leaders By The Associated Press
American League leaders include Carew with a .350 batting average and 203 hits, R.Jackson leading in runs and home runs, with run totals near 98 and 32, and North and Harper tied in steals. Pitching standout Hunter leads decisions, while N Ryan and Blyleven top strikeouts. National League leaders show Stargell pacing RBIs and home runs, Rose and Garr high in hits, with Stargell also powering doubles and triples.
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Bugner Faces Ros in London Comeback at Royal Albert Hall
London crowd welcomes European Heavyweight Champion Joe Bugner as he returns to the ring after two losses to challenge Italian foe Bepi Ros. The 23 year old, famed for his past boos, is seen as hot favorite to win and a potential world champion by 25.
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Teheran Challenges Bid For Olympics
At Varna, Russian officials held a news conference to publicize Moscow’s 1980 Olympic bid as Teheran’s challenge gains momentum. Hassan Rassouli of Iran’s Olympic Committee met with U S officials who hinted Tehran may win U S backing and drop Los Angeles for 1980. Moscow prepared an exhibit for the Congress and planned to press its case while Iranian officials courted support.
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Mets win NL East opener 6 4 over Cubs in doubleheader
The New York Mets clinched the National League East with a 6 4 victory over the Chicago Cubs in game one of a doubleheader. Cleon Jones and De Staub provided the bats and Tug cGraw earned the relief win.
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Johnsons Turn to Lead Red Sox in 1974
Darrell Johnson, age 46, named Boston Red Sox manager replacing Eddie Kasko and signed to a two year contract. Johnson, former pitching coach and minor league leader, vows flexible rules and aims to improve the club with retained coaches and new bullpen staff. Aparicio signed for next season before leaving for Venezuela.
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Flying Finn Paavo Nurmi Dies at 76 in Helsinki
Finnish great Paavo Nurmi the Flying Finn died after a long illness at 76 in Helsinki. He set 28 world records and won seven Olympic golds across 1920 1924 and 1928, was banned as a professional before 1932, later ran a construction business, and spoke of athletes needing fewer artificial aids. He had a late-life interview on his 70th birthday and remained a sharp critic of press reporting.
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Lions Beat Falcons On Trick Plays In Stadium Debut
Detroit Turfed Atlanta 31 46 behind two razzle dazzle reverse plays and Mel Farrs strong running. Larry Walton and Ron Jessie scored on reverse TDs while Don McCafferty began his Tigers tenure at Tiger Stadium. Falcons coach Norm Van Brocklin blamed miscues for the loss.
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Renovation Starts At Yankee Stadium
A two year renovation of Yankee Stadium began with a ceremony on the scarred infield. Mayor Lindsay presented Babe Ruth’s widow home plate and Lou Gehrig’s widow first base as workers cut into the sod, promising a reshaped park with fewer seats and improved lighting.
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