NFL Chief Urges Congress To Expand Powers In Antitrust Debate
NFL Commissioner Paul Tagliabue faced a skeptical House Judiciary Committee urging federal law changes to curb city-attracting moves by team owners. Testimony highlighted antitrust questions and a $50 million loss in court cases as reasons for stronger league authority. Fans from Cleveland and city leaders warned of ongoing stadium and relocation pressures affecting communities and future sports negotiations.
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Redskins get OK for new stadium near Landover
The Washington Redskins won tentative approval from Prince George's County Council for a 78,600 seat stadium on the Wilson Farm site inside the Beltway after a 6-2 vote and over 50 conditions. The lengthy session included extensive debate before consent was granted Tuesday night.
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Expansion moves and Browns fate dominate NFL owners meeting
NFL owners meet in Chicago to weigh expansion while Cleveland seeks to move to Baltimore with Browns name and colors staying in Cleveland. Seattle’s recent move sparks talk of market shifts, with Tagliabue treated as key decision maker amid anti trust concerns and calls to cap a 32-city, 30-team league.
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Pebble Beach Pro-Am Lost to Weather Woes
The Pebble Beach National Pro-Am was wiped out by a wet hole, costing pros no prize money amateurs their $3500 entry, fans refunds, and the Monterey Peninsula Golf Foundation $900,000. CBS paid for time and six hours of TV. weather again shapes golf, from Kite at Pebble Beach to bellwether Open memories.
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No Tournament at Pebble Beach 1996 Pro-Am Due to Wet Course
The 1996 AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am faced decision points as No 16 at Spyglass Hill yielded to rain soaked fairways. PGA Tour official David Eger noted casual water would alter play, with players unable to meet the rule about ball lies.
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Baseball spring training report date and debut
Spring training details note teams preparing in Florida and Arizona with schedules for arrivals and workouts. Report covers expected report dates for pitchers and catchers and the broader roster readiness ahead of the regular season.
Indians expect Hershiser to report for spring training
The Indians anticipate Orel Hershiser reporting Feb 15 for spring training despite an LA interview with Fox Sports. The 37-year-old right hander signed a 1997 extension for 2.7 million, with 1.5 million due this year, risking 4.2 million if he joins Fox now.
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