OJ Simpson Named Offensive Player Of The Week
OJ Simpson rushed for 219 yards and Buffalo Bills beat New England 37 13 to earn a third AP Offensive Player of the Week honor in one season. With 1 game left he is 19 yards from 5,000 career yards and 61 from Brown’s yardage record. Reggie McKenzie led the cheering as Buffalo eyed a 2,000 yard season.
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Bruce Lowitt
Associated Press
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Reggie McKenzie
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Domres Signals Stay With Colts Beyond This Season
Quarterback Marty Domres says he plans to remain with the Baltimore Colts, praising the team's character and suggesting the club will improve next year. He notes his own solid stats this season despite injuries and states Bert Jones is not on his mind as competition. Domres looks ahead to 1974 and a continued NFL career with Baltimore.
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Larry Siddons
Associated Press
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Flames Coach Says This Is No Tough Year In NHL
Atlanta Flames coach Bernie Geoffrion says the club, in only its second year, has more confidence and experience, expecting a playoff push. GM Cliff Fletcher praises internal depth and Tom Lysiak’s breakout scoring start as the team aims to improve on last year’s near miss.
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Smith Says Happy Over Being Card
Reggie Smith, 28, ex Red Sox outfielder, says he is through knocking baseball in Boston and looks forward to a fresh start with the St. Louis Cardinals after joining in a four player deal on Oct. 26. He passed a physical and reflects on past Boston remarks and renewed NL rookie optimism.
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Paul Leba
Associated Press
ST. Louis
Reggie Smith
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Olsen Warns Rams Not To Collapse In Playoff Run
Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Merlin Olsen predicts no late meltdown after a 40-6 win over the New York Giants. He cites sustained concentration and a mix of veteran and young players as key, noting comparisons to the fatigued 1969 team. Coach Chuck Knox focuses on preparing for Cleveland after clinching the NFC West and a short week ahead.
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NBA Security Probing Report Of Sonics Dump Game
The NBA security division investigates a Sports Illustrated claim that Seattle deliberately lost to Philadelphia on January 7 1973. Coach Tom Nissalke recalls the game and defends his conduct while saying he will not comment further. An observer described the contest as a dump and Philadelphia papers noted the game’s publicity.
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Walter Kennedy
National Basketball Association
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Seattle
Sports Ilustrated
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San Antonio Spurs
Bill Russell
Philadelphia
Jack Kiser
Philadelphia Daily News
Six 49ers sue for 1 million over failed investments
Six members of the San Francisco 49ers Dedrick Hardman Stan Hindman John Isenbarger Frank Nunley Bruce Taylor and Vic Washington filed suit in U S District Court seeking 1 million damages and 233 000 recovery. They claim securities fraud negligence and breach of fiduciary duties in investments into the Miramonte Apartments Mountain View and Airport Plaza Hotel San Mateo projects alleging concealment of encumbrances and mismanagement that left their funds worthless.
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Miramonte
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San Mateo
Hawley Extends 1973 Racing Record With Two Laurel Wins
Canadian jockey Sandy Hawley rode two winners at Laurel boosting his year total to 405 and purse earnings past $2 million for 1973. He won aboard Millfleet and Virtu, with Virtu earning $3,820 for Hawley’s season tally. Jolly John upset in the Back Again Purse, while Summer Festival led wire to wire in the Smart Deb Purse at Aqueduct. Penholder captured the Upper Darby Purse at Liberty Bell, and Victor's Verse edged Myfizz to win the Croton Purse at Calder.
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Santo Traded From Cubs to White Sox in Chicago Deal
Ron Santo accepts move to the White Sox after 14 years with the Cubs. Cubs receive Steve Stone Ken Frailing Steve Swisher and a player to be named later. Santo says he wants to stay in Chicago and plans to contribute with Bill Melton and Dick Allen for a three-man rotation at infield and designated hitter roles.
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Associated Press
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Texas Rangers
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Minnesota
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Athlete-finance scam suit targets self-styled advisor
Defendants named as Robert Bartels accused of posing as an expert financial adviser to professional athletes. The suit alleges he gained the players’ trust and managed their finances including checking accounts and investments for six athletes.
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Effort To Settle Details Of Padres Sale Unclear
Washington AP report says Joseph Danzansky and partners met four hours with C Arnholt Smith to settle details of transferring the San Diego Padres to Washington D C. No statement issued, next meeting to be set. Indemnification and 12 million sale price cited amid San Diego breach suits. league indemnity questions loom.
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Associated Press
Washington (Ap
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C. Arnholt Smith
San Diego Padres
Washington, D.C
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Dangansky
Cowboys protest signals jam by Redskins after win
Dallas coach Tom Landry said the Cowboys filed a protest with the NFL over Washington defenders shouting Hut Hut to jam Staubach’s signals in the 27-7 victory. Landry cited six illegal procedures, noted on-field anger, and said the league critique documented the issue.
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Sonny Jurgensen Skips Redskins Practice on Knee Soreness
Washington AP: Sonny Jurgensen, who played the full game against Dallas with a gimpy knee, did not work out at Tuesday practice and stayed inside the Redskins administrative building due to knee soreness. Punter Mike Bragg missed for a National Guard meeting. running back Duane Thomas remained in Texas to see his probation officer after the Cowboys game.
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