Arbitrator ruling frees Messersmith and McNally as free agents
A New York panel led by Peter M. Seitz ruled that Andy Messersmith of the Dodgers and Dave McNally of the Expos are free agents, ending the reserve system for these players. The decision drew praise from the Players Association and denunciation from Commissioner Bowie Kuhn, signaling a broad, ongoing battle in baseball contracts and collective bargaining.
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Cosell inspires Cardinals through playoff hype and Metcalf praise
Terry Metcalf credits Howard Cosell and his TV crew for fire in the Cardinals after a Rams win in the opening NFC playoff game. Metcalf discusses his all purpose yardage record of 2,462 set this season and reflects on pride and a goal to repeat division title.
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Metcalf Reflects On Division Title Win And Ongoing Confidence
Terry Metcalf says the division crown was earned not a fluke and credits the improved young offensive line. He notes strong play against teams like the Rams and Vikings and asserts continued team belief despite doubts from last year.
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Hollingworth recalls breakout year and Dallas upsets
Hall of Fame style interview with Hank Hollingworth reflecting on yardage growth and kickoff returns. He cites the second Dallas game, an 86 yard rushing effort plus a 30 yard reception, as his most satisfying and credits the earlier loss as a pep talk that fueled the rematch.
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49ers Fall 63 67 on Costly Whistle
Long Beach State loses 68 67 to Santa Clara after a late charging foul on 49er forward Tony McGee with four seconds left in the game. Dwight Jones criticizes the officiating as the Broncos secure their fourth win in eight games and the 49ers drop to 3 4.
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Lakers Breeze End Four-Game Skid With Goodrich Scoring Tear
Lakers guard Gail Goodrich scored 28 points on 14 of 25 shooting and 7 of 8 free throws to lead Los Angeles past the Kansas City Kings 111-97, snapping a four-game skid as Kareem Abdul-Jabbar added 23 points and 22 rebounds. Coach Bill Sharman shifted to more running and movement in the second half, aided by Don Ford’s start and Corky Calhoun’s defensive impact.
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Bruins Barely Beat Baylor 96 75 Lacking Killer Instinct
UCLA struggled but defeated Baylor 96 75 as Johnson led with 20 points and 12 rebounds. Washington added 17 points 11 boards while Drol linger had 14 rebounds. Holland scored 14 and 11 assists with strong first half play.
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Pate
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Ralph Drollinger
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Andre McCarter
Holland
Carroll Dawson
Larry Spicer
Dionne nets hat trick as Kings top Bruins in Boston
Marcel Dionne scored his third hat trick of the season lifting the Los Angeles Kings to a 3 2 victory over the Boston Bruins. Dionne's goals gave him the NHL lead with 24 while Los Angeles halted a four game skid and leveled the season series at 1 1.
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Gregg Sheppard
Ex pitcher McGlothlin dies at 32 in Kentucky
Union Kentucky AP Jim McGlothlin former major league pitcher died at his home after a long illness at age 32. He pitched for the Angels Reds and White Sox and was part of the 1970 pennant win with Cincinnati. Funeral services set for Wednesday.
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