Reggie Jackson braces for clash with A's owner Finley
New York based profile portrays Reggie Jackson as a fearless star who defends his stance against Oakland Athletics owner Charles C. Finley. It notes his public support for teammate Mike Andrews, his reformist drive as player representative, and his commitment to the sport despite owner tensions. Jackson, 27, is highlighted for his 293 batting average 117 RBIs and 32 homers this season, plus his World Series MVP credentials. The piece quotes his readiness to trade or challenge control, and his belief in financial security and personal value beyond baseball.
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Bears edge Packers in 109th NFL meeting
Bears and Packers renew their historic rivalry as Chicago seeks balance in a 2-5 start against Green Bay at home. Oddsmakers favor the Packers by a touchdown while the season pace sits at 58-28-1 for Thomas’s picks.
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Fifth down memory fuels Tulane at Kentucky clash
Tulane eager for revenge against Fran Curci now Kentucky coach as Green Wave seeks seventh win in a row. Curci hopes his Wildcats ignore past Ohio Bowl controversy while facing a Tulane team riding a six game win streak and ranked top 5 nationally in major polls. Other top matchups include LSU at Mississippi in a doubleheader and Ohio State versus Illinois in a daytime slate with several top 20 teams in action.
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Elmore Smith Becomes Lakers Replacing Wilt Chamberlain
Elmore Smith, seven feet, says no one can replace Wilt Chamberlain as he joins the Los Angeles Lakers from Buffalo through a trade that sent Jim McMillian to the Sabres. Smith discusses adapting to Chamberlain’s absence, Lakers defense, and his own scoring and shot blocking. Coach Bill Sharman notes tactical changes and the arrival of Connie Hawkins era as a boost.
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LSU Ole Miss clash set for televised SEC opener
Seventh ranked LSU seeks its first daylight win over Ole Miss since 1934 as it faces Mississippi in Jackson Memorial Stadium. The Bayou Bengals, led by coach Charles McClendon, have thrived by overcoming deficits this season in an SEC doubleheader that starts with the 4 05 p.m. EST kickoff.
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Smith named Yankees executive vice president in front office shakeup
NEW YORK Tal Smith, in the Astros organization for 13 years, was named executive vice president of the New York Yankees amid a broad front-office restructuring. OAKLAND Mike Andrews, the reserve second baseman at the center of World Series controversy, was released unconditionally by the Oakland A's. GOLF SAN ANTONIO Ben Crenshaw led after a six-under-par 65 in the San Antonio Open. TENNIS PARIS Top seed Mic Nastase advanced to the French Open Indoor quarterfinals with a 6 2 6 2 win over Bertolucci. EDINBURGH Julie Heldman beat Coles 6 3 6 to reach the semifinals of the Dewar Cup. JAKARTA John Newcombe defeated Lara 6 2 6 2 to reach Jakarta Open semifinals. RACING ATLANTIC CITY Reatless Rebel won the Wildwood Purse by three lengths as Lucy Lane broke a leg and was destroyed. NEW YORK Highbinder defeated Crafty Khale by a nose in the Firethorn Purse at Aqueduct.
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