Financial crisis to continue hurting pro sports despite healthier leagues
The AP reports the 1970s sports economy remains fragile as seven franchises fold or face loss. ABA teams incur big salaries and rising travel costs while NHL and NBA face legal battles and potential consolidations. TV rights peak looms and new leagues keep forming amid ongoing franchise moves and mergers.
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Griese says Dolphins can still win despite injuries
Dolphins quarterback Bob Griese, sidelined with a toe injury, says Miami still has a playoff chance but faces an uphill battle. He cites defensive losses, missing top QBs, and relies on Don Shula’s leadership to push the team through crucial games against Buffalo and Baltimore.
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Scouts announce knee surgery for No. 2 pick Don Cairns
Kansas City announces Don Cairns, the No. 2 selection in the amateur draft last year, underwent knee surgery Wednesday. The injury sidelines him as the team moves forward in the NHL season.
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Veeck’s bid for White Sox blocked by league counterproposal
Chicago owner Bill Veeck failed to meet league standards for debt and equity in his 4.55 million Chicago White Sox offer. Amer ican League President Lee MacPhail announced a 10-0 counterproposal vote with seven days to raise 1.2 million in unencumbered equity as the sale faces deadline.
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Dowling and Indiana grid stars highlighted by insiders
Jim Swift, tight end at Dowling, and Rod Walters, senior tackle, receive high praise from coach Jim Williams as top college prospects. Indiana’s Leo Corso faces scrutiny despite a president’s vote of confidence amid a 271 record over three seasons. Nebraska vs Arizona State, and Iowa players top state lists fuel debate on recruiting and bowl outcomes.
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