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Newspaper
Pecos Enterprise
Location
Pecos, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1979
Page
9
AP Special Correspondent Will Grimsley surveys the World Series after a harsh season. He notes the event’s problems and proposes options to restore appeal, including scheduling tweaks and crowd-pleasing changes. Multiple ideas range from shortening the schedule to targeting October’s first week for better weather and attendance.
A memo urges returning Friday night games to earlier 7 30 p m starts to avoid midnight finishes. It suggests neutral site venues with reliable weather in subtropical cities or enclosed arenas, similar to pro football planning, for Thursday sports analysis.
The AP transactions show Angels naming Al Goldis as full time scout. Twins sign Jerry Koosman to a three year deal. Blue Jays appoint Bobby Mattick as manager on a one year contract. Braves hire John Sullivan as bullpen coach. Expos announce Jim Brewer resigns to join Oral Roberts University athletic dept. Phillies sign Dallas Green as manager for one year. WNBA style noting Giants? Gems name Howie Landa as head coach. Chargers sign Mike Wood at NFL camp.
The piece argues against shortening the 162 game schedule and supports expansion. It notes 16 major league teams and divisional playoffs extending decisions, with night games staying and prime time TV shaping but not forcing change. It recalls the 1979 World Series chaos in Baltimore and rain delays that damaged field play and TV ratings.
ISMAEL MENDOZA reports selections by Pecos Enterprise staff for weekend high school college and pro football games. The list features multiple readers including Alice Nichols Lupe Villela Sue Ramsey Sylvia Vasquez Barbara McKeown Sofia Abila Linda Daniels and others with teams such as Pecos Ector Balmorhea Abilene Cooper Notre Dame Texas UCLA Dallas Philadelphia Chicago and Houston among entries.
Tate manager Ace Miller says John Tate is determined to defend the World Boxing Association heavyweight title against Gerrie Coetzee despite a sore left wrist. Doctors found muscle lubrication issues, not a serious injury, but the concern remains over Tate’s willingness to endure pain.
Bill Kratzert and Morris Hatalsky share the first day lead at the Pensacola Open after Kratzert shot an 8 under 64 at Perdido Bay. Kratzert, sidelined by tendinitis, says the wrists forced him to alter his style, a change he may not reverse as he eyes top 60 money list placement.
California Angels place four players on the AP 1979 American League All-Star team led by Rod Carew, Bobby Grich, Brian Downing, and Don Baylor. Baltimore Orioles add Ken Singleton and Mike Flanagan to the lineup. The rest include George Brett, Roy Smalley, Fred Lynn, Jim Rice, Dennis Eckersley, and Jim Kern. Dallas Green signs a one year deal to manage the Philadelphia Phillies in 1980 after interim duties.
TORONTO AP Bob Mattick, 63, Iowa native and longtime scout, was named Toronto's new manager. He replaces Roy Hartsfield who was fired after the club finished last in the AL East for the third straight season. Mattick has served as director of player development for two years.
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