A's face rift as unsigned stars threaten 1976 season
Oakland's 9 top players including Reggie Jackson, Joe Rudi, Sal Bando and Vida Blue report unsigned for 1976 spring training. Finley says they can "take a hike" if unhappy, with potential salaries cut 20 percent from 1975. Veterans like Jackson push for at least 175000, amid looming contract tension and coaching changes as Chuck Tanner takes over.
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Dick Bosman
Glenn Abbott
Mike Norris
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Billy Williams
Bert Campanerts
Bando
Bill North
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Charlotte Boxer Wins In Miami
In Miami eleven fighters led by Akron heavyweight Michael Dokes claim Olympic trials spots after Golden Gloves wins. Dokes edged Woody Clark in a split decision for the title as Clark pursues another trials chance. Other champions include Davie Armstrong Clinton Jackson Bernard Taylor Aaron Pryor Louis Curtis Julio Rodrigues and Ronnie Shields with varied results across weight classes.
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Cincinnati
Dokes
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Indiana rivalry and coach of the year quotes in sports text
Former coach reflects on being named national coach of the year while discussing Indiana Michigan tension. All American Scott May chose Indiana over Michigan. A towel-throwing incident with a referee is recalled. Orr comments on tonight's Indiana game and a third meeting. Michigan coach expresses cautious optimism about winning despite the odds.
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All You Got to Do Is Ask Murray Olderman
A compilation of reader questions and responses on sports topics and sports history. Topics include Tampa Bay Buccaneers colors and logo ideas, baseball warmup practices, boxing rule nuances, and a Rose Bowl World Series trivia note referencing Jackie Robinson and other players.
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Quickness Key To Nuggets? ABA Title Race Tightens
The Denver Nuggets beat Indiana 110-98 to clinch at least a tie for the ABA regular season title as a three guard lineup overwhelmed Indiana. Ralph Simpson, David Thompson, Claude Terry, Chuck Williams fueled the win with scoring, and Denver moved five games ahead of the Nets. Julius Erving led New York with 34 points and 17 rebounds in a 107-102 win over Spirits of St. Louis.
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Don Buse
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St. Louis
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Regazzoni Wins In Inaugural Grand Prix West
Switzerland’s Clay Regazzoni led from pole to win the first U S Grand Prix West in Long Beach ahead of Ferrari teammate Niki Lauda by 42.3 seconds amid uncertain prospects for a 1977 return as attendance and finances show signs of strain. Organizers optimistic but figures reveal losses, with a potential date of April 3, 1977 hinted.
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Regazzoni
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