More Monday Night Football Could Move to TV
NFL Commissioner Pete Rozelle floated extending Monday night games to ease Sunday load with CBS contracts up for renewal. He noted high Monday ratings and suggested avoiding AFL doubleheaders while acknowledging ongoing labor questions with a players association led by John Gordy. Rozelle said he favors a strong union and wants to deter outside organizing, as Green Bay and Oakland gear up for the Super Bowl in Miami.
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Methods For Sudden Death Spelled Out
Miami FL AP details the sudden death method for a Super Bowl extension. If tied after 60 minutes, any score ends the game. A coin toss determines kicking or receiving after a three minute intermission. Overtime consists of 15 minute periods with two minute breaks, no halftime, goals change, and no extra point attempt after a touchdown.
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Chisox infielder Causey named to Independence post
Wayne Causey 31, infielder for the Chicago White Sox, is named to handle membership and public relations for the Independence Chamber of Commerce. He will start Monday and serve until Feb 16 before reporting for spring training. The 10 year major league veteran lives in Independence with his wife and two children.
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Antitrust Concerns Highlight Owner Decisions
A fragment notes ongoing antitrust concerns and states the owners expect players to make their own decisions. The text hints at tension between ownership and player autonomy without detailing specific parties or actions.
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Drysdale Signs 1968 Dodgers Contract for 100000
Los Angeles right hander Don Drysdale signed his 1968 contract Friday reportedly for 100000. Drysdale praised the deal from his Hidden Valley home after a 13 16 1967 season with a 275 ERA as the Dodgers faced past disputes with VP Buzzie Bavasi and the Koufax Drysdale tensions of 1966.
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Balding Leads Canadian Team At Mid-Florida Golf Festival
The Balding led Canadi ans team shot 64 Friday to hold a four stroke lead at 191 after 54 holes at Harder Hall in Sebring. Teammates include Wally Crouter Bill Morland and Ted Davey of Toronto. Sebring finishers Marion Heck A J Christo Al Ross and Wayne Knowles tied second at 64 to reach 196.
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Coliseum Relays Split Into High School And College Meets
In Montgomery Alabama the Coliseum Relays will be held as separate events this season. High school divisions split by class 4 A 3 A 2 A and A plus junior high separately. The college and junior college divisions run March 15 16 alongside the Southeastern Conference indoor championships to align with NCAA timing.
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Shannon Signs 1968 Contract With Cardinal Raise
St Louis AP reports Mike Shannon became the third Cardinal to sign his 1968 contract with a raise included. Shannon, who moved to third base, helped the Cards win the NL pennant and World Series last season. He is estimated to earn about 35000 dollars, roughly 10000 more than 1967.
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Charger Claims Grid Tournament
Hollywood Florida(AP) Dick Van Raaphorst of the Chargers won the two day NFL AFL Football Players Golf Tournament with a score of 142. Jim Bakkers of the Cardinals was second with 143 and at 144 were several players including Les Kelly Randy Johnson Steve Sloan Dick Lebeau and Fred Cox.
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Lombardi Talks Future as Coach or GM
Vince Lombardi said it is physically impossible for one man to hold both general manager and head coach roles. He indicated he is undecided about his future with Green Bay and denied Jets interest. Lombardi praised potential backs and hinted at a possible three-back offense next season.
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Tide inks Miami ace Causey to Alabama grant aid
Jesse Causey, Central High School halfback and top rusher in Dade County last season, signed a grant-in-aid football scholarship with the University of Alabama. Alabama head coach Paul Bryant announced the signing on Thursday.
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