Yanks Key Additions Bonds and Hunter Shape 1975 Tilt
Yankees secure Bobby Bonds and Catfish Hunter as key additions to rebuild after 1964 collapse. Bonds arrives from San Francisco after a 64% season span with 182 homers, while Hunter, a Cy Young winner, joins after a contract loophole made him a free agent. Other outfielders Maddox Piniella White and Chambliss contribute uncertain throws and batting for spring battles.
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Astros Seeks Surprises for 1975 in Pennant Bid
The Houston Astros shake up the 1975 plan with manager Preston Gomez pressing for a pennant run after a fourth place finish in 1974. Key changes include replacing Don Wilson’s pitching, moving Greg Gross to left, Jose Cruz and Enos Cabell added in right, and questions at second base. Core stars Cesar Cedeno Milt May Doug Rader Roger Metzger anchor the offense and defense while youngsters Rob Andrews Jim Crawford vie for rotation spots.
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Cosgrove
Heritage Golf Classic attracts golf legends at Hilton Head
Hilton Head Island AP reports a $200,000 Heritage Golf Classic with 102 entrants led by Jack Nicklaus, Johnny Miller, Lee Trevino, Arnold Palmer, and Gary Player plus Hale Irwin Weiskopf and Cramp-ton. The 72-hole event at Harbour Town starts Thursday with Miller defending and Irwin seeking another crown.
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Rnold Palmer
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Harbour Town
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Former WFL president starts bartending in Birmingham
Carol Stallworth, ex-president of the Birmingham Americans, now tends bar at a local spot while continuing to face financial and personal challenges. She moved from Atlanta with Bill Putnam to seek a lease on Legion Field, but failed to secure backing.
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Woodsboro Girl Betsy Broadwater Places Fourth in Hoop Shoot Finals
Betsy Broadwater of Woodsboro and Northeast Region winner traveled to Kansas City Missouri for the national Hoop Shoot finals. She placed fourth among 10 11 year old regional winners, sponsored by Frederick Ellis Lodge 684. More than 2 500 000 children ages 9 13 competed nationally. Betsy is the daughter of Mrs Grover Broadwater.
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Thompson Stars in Ayden Grifton Barnstorming Tour
North Carolina State star David Thompson, AP college basketball Player of the Year, drew crowds in Ayden N C as he barnstormed with senior teammates after the Wolfpack season. Admission was 2 dollars, and Thompson showcased his scoring feats before turning pro later this spring.
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