Patriots Start Anew In 62,000 Seat Schaefer Stadium
New England tackles a tough 1970 season with a rebuilt front office and the No 1 draft pick Jim Plunkett. Coach Johnny Mazur seeks enthusiasm and improved offense led by Carl Garrett Jim Nance and a revived passing game despite Joe Kapps departure and Kapp's contract dispute.
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Falcons Face Rugged 1973 Schedule in Hunt for .500
Atlanta's Norm Van Brocklin builds a tougher 1973 slate with a stronger defense led by Tommy Nobis and Claude Humphrey. QB battle between Bob Berry and Randy Johnson continues as seven runners compete for two starting spots. Rookie Joe Profit and Willie Belton join the backfield alongside promising receivers Burrow Jarvis and Wes Chesson.
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Ray Brown
Patient Merritt Finally Breaks Slump With Reds Victory
Cincinnati pitcher Jim Merritt, after a season of 1-11, earned his first win since 1970 in relief against the Pirates. He credited his snapping fastball and regained control, saying the arm strength is returning after a long, frustrating span.
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Bills Seen As Young Contenders In 1971 NFL
Buffalo’s 1970 record of 3 10 1 prompts analysts to call the Bills young but potentially potent. Dennis Shaw, O J Simpson, and Marlin Briscoe headline a unit with 321 passes, 2 507 yards, 10 TDs and 57 receptions for 1 036 yards. The defense shows promise with Dunaway Cowlings Guidry leading the front and linebackers steady, though the team remains a few years from title contention.
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Second Grid Championship Unlikely Says Husker Coach
Nebraska coach Bob Devaney, boasting a 803 winning percentage, says repeating 1970 success is unlikely but vows Nebraska will fight. He recalls an 11-0-1 season, 19-game unbeaten streak, and six Big Eight titles, ahead of a home opener vs Oregon.
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Falcon Stats Corrected for Frederick Carroll County Game
The corrected Freder ick Carroll County statistics show the Falcons with 13 first downs including 11 rushing, 28 passes with 6 completions for 41 yards, 113 rushing yards and 51 penalty yards, 28 yard punting, 3 interceptions and 4 fumbles lost. Chargers recorded 6 first downs, 4 rushing and 2 passing, 4 of 28 passes complete for 31 yards, 50 rushing yards, 50 penalty yards, 6 interceptions, and a 29.2 punting average.
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Charles Town Racing Cashouts and Exacta Payouts Listed
The page lists racing entries and payouts from Charles Town. Names include Coral Prince and My Lady Disne with DAILY DOUBLE and EXACTA figures. Pairs such as Amber and Mark's Flask show specific paid amounts and ticket counts, followed by other horse names and payout lines.
World Series ticket prices announced for 1969 season
Travel days are set around the postseason start. The World Series opens October 9 at the home park of the AL champion in a best of seven with travel days October 11 and 15. League championship tickets cost 7 dollars for boxes, 5 for reserves, 3 for general admission and standing room, with bleacher prices set by clubs. World Series pricing lists 15 for boxes, 10 for reserves, 8 for pavilion, 6 for standing room, and 4 for bleachers.
Phillies topple Padres 3-1 as McCarver drives win
Tim McCarver doubled in two runs in the fifth inning to lift the Philadelphia Phillies to a 3-1 victory over the San Diego Padres. Rick Wise pitched well, and Philadelphia added an insurance run in the sixth when Roger Freed scored on Willie Montanez's RBI hit.
Steve Smith Wins 50-Lap Super Sprint at Hagerstown
Steve Smith of Hanover Pa won the 50-lap Summer Championship feature for super sprints at Hagerstown Raceway on Sunday. He held the lead through four cautions and beat Smokey Snellbaker in the final laps, then ran out of fuel as he crossed the checkered flag for his 1971 Hub City victory.
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