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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1977
Page
9
The Reds' Rose signed a multi year contract topping 400000 per year amid media fanfare. Opening day in frigid Riverfront Stadium saw subdued crowds despite Rose's return and a 5 3 Reds win over the Padres. Managerial notes highlighted attendance figures and Woodie Fryman earned the win.
Frank Tanana pitched seven shutout innings to lead the Angels past the Seattle Mariners 7-0 at the Kingdome before a 57,762 crowd. Joe Rudi delivered a two run homer and a two run double as Seattle starter Diego Segui struggled early. Mariners manager Darrell Johnson praised Tanana while noting his club will rebound, and Angels skipper Johnson projected a strong season with their new acquisitions.
Dan Resnik reports subscribers complain Beckley TeleCable favors Johnson City over Pittsburgh and Atlanta broadcasts while Weston and Parkersburg get Pirates games. A Norfolk office reply notes no action taken, and mentions optional Home Box Office as an alternative for extra sports programming.
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