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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1978
Page
15
Jeff Stadler starts on the mound for Cedar Rapids as they open Midwest League play against Wisconsin Rapids. Manager Jack Mull and catcher Bob Kearney confer as Stadler holds the ball during final battery instructions.
The Johnson County Club banquet highlights coach Lute Olson bidding farewell to Scott Kelley and Jim Hallstrom who plan to transfer to Evansville after a deadly plane crash. Olson announces Kenny Arnold a top guard prospect from Calumet High and three 6 7 forward targets Mitch Anderson Kevin Boyle Mark Dressler while noting Iowa has extra scholarships and competition from Michigan State Missouri and others for the trio.
Lester Hargrave received top team honors with MVP and leadership accolades. Lester led in points and assists. Hargrave set Big Ten rebounding and defensive marks and was named honorary co captain with Lester. Waite was named Most Promising Freshman and Most Improved. Peth and Norman won Coaches Awards. Drake earned Inspiration Award.
Boston Red Sox pitcher Bill Campbell, the 1977 AL Fireman of the Year, is out for several days due to deep elbow inflammation. Dr. Arthur M. Pappas said the new ailment differs from the prior tendinitis he had in spring training.
Portland notes Bill Walton and Lloyd Neal took part in all drills and a full court scrimmage during a 24 hour practice. Both had returned from injuries on Wednesday and reported progress with some pain. Coach Ramsay called the session encouraging as Portland prepares for the playoff defense at home next week depending on the Seattle vs. Los Angeles series outcome.
Cincinnati Coliseum president Brian Heekin says a Buffalo Braves move to the city is extremely remote. Heekin, who spoke with Braves owner John Y. Brown about four months ago, says no concrete talks have occurred and Cincinnati seeks a primary tenant. Brown considered Toronto Dallas or Hollywood as possible relocation sites.
Cedar Rapids Giants start the Midwest League season tonight with 12 rookies including 10 teens on a 25 player roster. They face the Wisconsin Rapids Twins at 7 30. Harley Steele will throw out the first ball as manager Jack Mull’s club eyes a third straight ML South first half title.
Ko and Bob Kearney share backstop duties after strong Arizona Instructional League numbers. Alfonso Rosario to DH against righties and Davis to DH vs lefties due to back issues. Rosa rio hit .357 at Great Falls. Pitching features 18-year-old Stadler opening, Stember, Pisel, Alexander, and Cosio as only with prior Class A experience. Relievers include Marietta Holman Lopez Omo and Buice as the bullpen.
An opening remains for one more team in the Noelridge Park Church Softball League. Interested churches should contact the C. R. Recreation Commission at 398-5065.
Roger Maris and former teammate Mickey Mantle appeared together during ceremonies at Yankee Stadium in New York. Maris denied any feud between them during their playing days. Story on page 17.
Texas Rangers pitcher Roger Moret remains hospitalized indefinitely for psychiatric treatment after a mysterious incident in the clubhouse following a practice. He walked off the field before a game against Detroit and was later found standing rigid with a shower clog held at arm's length for about an hour.
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