Big Red camp finds calm under Wilkinson at Cardinals
St Louis Cardinals training camp under Bud Wilkinson has been notably tranquil two weeks in, aided by the legendary coach’s steady hand. The mood shifts with the season now shadowed by J W Cain’s torn Achilles ending his year. Wilkinson emphasizes consistency in players and the return to football’s core motivation, despite Cain’s loss and Metcalf’s departure to Canada.
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Rookie files grievance against football Cards
St Louis AP An unsigned rookie Johnny Barefield’s attorney Greg Lustig filed a grievance against the Cardinals claiming violations of good faith bargaining. Monetary damages and free agent status sought. Arizona must respond in 20 days before arbitration. Barefield, a second round pick from Texas A&I, may seek a trade or sit out.
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Franklin named Cardinals top tight end after Cain injury
Frankin rises to No 1 tight end for the St Louis Cardinals replacing J W Cain who is out for the season with a torn Achilles. Coach Bud Wilkinson announced at Lindenwood College during NFL training camp. Franklin, 6 foot 3 and 225 pounds, converted from running back after scrimmage with the Kansas City Chiefs. Cain suffered the season ending injury in practice last week and Wilkinson says the team starts anew.
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Rose Extends NL Hit Streak Tally To 44 Games
Pete Rose tied the National League record with 44 consecutive games reaching safely, then knotted the mark at 44 with a single off Phil Niekro in Atlanta. He faces Larry McWilliams next, trying to top Joe DiMaggio’s 56 game mark as the Reds battle the Braves amid a packed night crowd of 45,007 in a stormy forecast.
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Saluki tennis courts face costly repair after water damage
SIUC Simon Salukis court complex north of the arena deteriorates with extensive cracks blamed on subsoil water freezing and expanding. Engineering firm Holcomb Testing Labs will bore holes Saturday to assess drainage and stability. University officials weigh repair versus resurfacing and potential relocation, with estimates like $78,000 for on-site fixes.
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