Namath Tarkenton Meet in First Regular Season Duel
The Jets and Vikings meet in Bloomington as Joe Namath and Fran Tarkenton face off in a regular season game. Tarkenton, a mobile passer, opposes Namath, who is less mobile but prolific, with Caster and Barkum as targets and the Jets aiming to stay undefeated.
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Jets at Vikings Highlight Pro Football Sunday Menu
Jimmy The Greek predicts Minnesota at home against the Jets in a first ever regular season meeting. Namath remains dangerous with the Jets offense while Tarkenton fights pressure as the Vikings seek win number 11 on a favorable schedule.
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Reds win pennant as Sparky Anderson shows loyalty
In Pittsburgh, Sparky Anderson struggles with emotion as the Cincinnati Reds clinch the National League pennant with a 5 3 win in 10 innings over the Pirates and head to the World Series against Boston. He praises his players’ effort while revealing personal pride and distance from the celebration.
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Sparky Anderson Honors Supporter Milt Blish After Reds Win
Sparky Anderson dedicates the victory over the Pirates to his friend Milt Blish, who is paralyzed and ailing, recalling Blish’s help in tough times. Anderson recalls past tributes to mentors, noting Blish’s role in his career and loans of car sales deals in 1964 after leaving Toronto.
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Sparky Anderson Reflects on Reds Triumph and Honoring Miltie
Sparky Anderson defends fans after a riot at Shea two years earlier while praising the Reds as the greatest kids. He shares loyalty to family, team, country, and his reluctance to celebrate postgame revelry after a tense season. He hints at lineup plans and recalls Pete Rose and Morgan’s Hall of Fame future.
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Kennedy Seeks World Series Win For Red Sox in Senate
In Washington the Senate passes a playful resolution by Edward Kennedy urging the Boston Red Sox to defeat the Cincinnati Reds in the World Series. Senator Glenn signals a potential misdirection while humor fills chamber as bets circulate on a four straight Cincinnati victory.
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Bench Won't Play Next Year With That Aching Shoulder
Cincinnati Reds catcher Johnny Bench says he will not play with an aching shoulder next season. He injured his left shoulder in a collision with Gary Matthews and notes his emotions and desire to win keep him in the lineup for the World Series. He would seek time off if pain persists and would consult doctors and specialists to cure the problem.
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Broadcast Schedule Snippet With Sports Channels Listed
Listings show 9 30 world series Cincinnati at Boston on channel 3 and 9 30 NFL Dallas at N Y Giants on channel 8. College football 75 at noon on channel 13 followed by Los Angeles at San Diego and Kansas City at Oakland on channel 8 and 00 cou Rebel with Ron Meyer. Rebel Report at 5 with Ireland and Gregg on channel 3. Monday NFL St Louis at Washington on unspecified channel.
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Braves Hire Dave Bristol to Lead Turnaround at Atlanta
Atlanta brings in 42 year old Dave Bristol as manager to spark a Brav es image overhaul. Bristol, former Cincinnati and Milwaukee skipper, signed for one year with a plan to inject enthusiasm and guide trades, with shortstop listed as Braves' top trade priority.
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