Robertson Hints ABA Move Potential for Big O
Oscar Robertson, Cincinnati star and Royals standout, said he might join an American Basketball Association team next season. The 31 year old indicated he had not thought much about the ABA but could not rule out the possibility. Rumors linked him to the Indianapolis Pacers, with reports valuing his current Royals pay at about $125000.
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Royals eye Oscar Robertson trade talks with ABA interest
May switch to ABA, Oscar Robertson expresses cautious openness while attorney Jake Brown may issue a statement next week. Royals GM Axelson notes no trades before playoffs and expansion draft, and discusses contract option and possible court injunction if Robertson jumps leagues.
Shannon Kidder Faces Uncertain Baseball Future
Mike Shannon of the St. Louis Cardinals, 30, is hospitalized in St. Louis with a kidney disorder found in a routine exam. If his tests allow, he could return by June, but rest is required. the club will discuss his future, though a job may remain with the team. Shannon reflects on possible career end and hopes to come back.
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Pistol Pete Signed Record Contract With Hawks
LSU star Pete Maravich joined the Atlanta Hawks on a five year deal. Attorneys suggested a value between 1.5 and 2 million dollars, with a figure around 300000 dollars per year, making him the highest paid US athlete. He joked about earning 85 dollars a week plus a horse and tractor.
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Knicks Edge Bullets In Double OT Opener Of Playoff Series
New York defeated Baltimore 120 117 in double overtime as Willis Reed scored 30. Kevin Loughery played through rib injuries and knee pain while Earl Monroe led with 39 points and Wes Unseld grabbed 31 rebounds for the Bullets in the Eastern Division series opener.
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Sparky Trims Reds Roster Ahead of Northward Trip
Cincinnati Reds manager George Sparky Anderson reduced the roster by eight players on Thursday. Five players were released from the eight, plus three fighting for spots. Non-roster releases included Dooley Womak Ross Grimsley Pat House. Anderson plans to head north with ten pitchers and begins a game plan with 12 on the roster. Cincinnati had two non roster personnel among the 29. Rain delayed games with Mets and Phillies, with Houston on tap.
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Wilson Signs with Los Angeles Stars in ABA
Ashland College star Kevin Wilson a 6-5 guard from Silver Lake Ohio signed with the Los Angeles Stars of the ABA for an undisclosed salary and bonus. Wilson was named to UPI's Little All-America list twice and was Los Angeles' eighth round draft choice this week.
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