Continental League seeks leverage in NFL AFL talks
Washington Post sports note by Deve Brady discusses the Continental Football League courting major leagues for use of surplus players. If accepted, salaries would stay with major clubs while Latent rights shift to Continental member clubs, potentially saving teams like Charleston Rockets tens of thousands. The piece notes other WVU and Kanawha Valley sports items and local coaching moves.
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Bristol Finds Nolan Queen Shuffles Reds to Lead
KEW YORK The Cincinnati Reds broke camp in Tampa with new optimism. Manager Bristol Bristol, 34, promoted untested talents Nolan and Mel Queen to major league roles, citing strong arms and youth. Bristol said the team finished seventh last year and needed fresh arms. Queen, 25, shifted from outfield to pitching, while Nolan posted a 5 year record and impressed in exhibitions.
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Nicklaus shoots 62 at Baltusrol in Open tuneup
In Springfield New Jersey Jack Nicklaus tied Baltusrol course record with a 62, birdie run of six straight, eight total birdies and 27 putts. Arnold Palmer shot 73 as Nicklaus and Gordon Jones beat Palmer and Deane Beman in Nassau. Casper, Boros and Hogab noted as Open contenders with Nicklaus aiming for a fifth Open title.
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ABA Seeks Health TV Deal as ABA Eyes NBC Equivalency
Pittsburgh—The fledgling ABA says it has received a healthy and substantial network television proposal. Commissioner George Mikan said the offer would put the ABA on financial footing with the NBA as the 11 trustees review the plan after Wednesday night. Details not disclosed. ABC already under contract with the senior league. The meeting also covers litigation over alleged rival league player claims and a players pension plan equal to the NBA's. Regular season opens November 15 in New York with a star game likely January 9 at an unspecified site.
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Cards Top Pirates as Shaw, Braves Rally
In a doubleheader-esque note, the Cardinals beat the Reds 7-4 with Bob Shaw firing six strong innings while Hank Aaron and Tito Francona highlighted the Braves 4-0 win. McCarver belted a grand slam for St Louis as Pittsburgh’s offense sputtered early. The Mets edged Philadelphia 16-7 with a flurry of early runs.
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PGA Faces Tour Feud Over Control and Scheduling Powers
The PGA ordered touring pros to end their push for greater tour control, threatening suspensions and loss of playing privileges if they do not withdraw a petition. Hosts like Nicklaus and Palmer weigh in as the dispute risks boycotts of the PGA Championship and potential breakaway leagues, with the U.S. Open continuing under USGA governance.
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