Brown’s narrow path to a World Series with Phillies
Ollie Brown, in his 12th big league season, rarely dreams of 30 homers or All Star berths, yet hopes a Phillies playoff run gives him a shot at the World Series. He’s hit just .243 in 53 games as a pinch hitter this season, valued as part of a strong 25-man bench and a winning club ready for the postseason.
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Raiders Rally To Top Chiefs In Monday Night Fight
Oakland Raiders beat Kansas City Chiefs 37-23 as Clarence Davis and Pete Banaszak key the third quarter rally. Mike Livingston tossed two touchdowns to Walter White and a connection with Henry Marshall helped seize a 27-21 lead. The Chiefs had led 21-13 at halftime before the late surge.
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Dodgers edge into playoffs amid late surge and injuries
Dodgers star players Garvey, Cey and Baker powered a strong late run to secure a playoff berth, with Baker notching his 30th homer in his final regular season at bat. The team split six games with the Phillies, while Carlton and Johnstone offered mixed results against key rivals as Dodgers coach Lasorda eyed weaknesses to exploit in the postseason.
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Raiders Beat Chiefs 38 in TV Thriller After Halftime Comeback
In a nationally televised game the Raiders overcome a 21 point deficit at halftime to surge past the Chiefs. Ken Stabler connects with Fred Biletnikoff for a 21 yard TD and Errol Mann adds key field goals sealing the win as Oakland dominates after intermission.
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Rams Namath and Tarkenton spark bold sports musing
An AFL style of sports cross talk surveys Frank Sinatra’s influence on the Dodgers, Joe Namath’s escape from fans, and Fran Tarkenton’s controversial NBC moments. It notes NFL bidders like the Rams and Cardinals, mentions Leeman Bennett and Atlanta, and profiles Long Beach boxing mentor Roderick Harris while calling for equipment for the Westside Boys’ Club.
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Proposals to bar air ads during Coliseum football games
Board of Supervisors asks FAA to bar helicopters and fixed wing ads over the Coliseum citing noise and crowd hazards. Mentions Tom Fears assisting at San Bernardino JC and Zarate Batista title bout notes. Pro Football Writers Association ranks Rams, Cowboys, Raiders with awards and Mile High attendance figures cited.
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