Baseball directors seek earlier World Series and stronger postseason control
An AP survey shows baseball leaders favor moving the World Series earlier to avoid late October cold and restoring Sunday afternoon games. They also discuss increased ownership role in post-season decisions, amid criticism of the 1976 series and prime time game shifts.
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Landry wary of quick turnaround for Washington tilt
Dallas coach Tom Landry said the short turn from Monday night’s 20-10 win over St Louis could hurt the Cowboys in Sunday’s pivotal NFC East clash. Dallas sits at 6-1 and leads Washington and St Louis by a game. Landry noted Washington’s strong crowd at RFK and the possibility that an 11-3 record might be needed for a playoff berth.
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SWC Coaches pick Arkansas as front runner for race
Eight of nine Southwest Conference coaches name Arkansas coach Eddie Sutton and the Razorbacks as the team to beat in the upcoming race. Coaches also cite Houston Baylor Tech and Texas among potential contenders as the season nears the SWC tournament in March at The Summit.
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McGinnis tops Jazz as 76ers win in New Orleans
George McGinnis poured in 37 points to power the 76ers past the New Orleans Jazz 111 101 at the Louisiana Superdome before 27,383 fans, while Julius Erving scored only 10. Pete Maravich led the Jazz with 28 points and Aaron James added 22. Other NBA results include Knicks over Braves 118 104 and Hawks over Spurs 122 114.
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