Hoffberger rejects plan for permanent Baltimore Washington rights
Baltimore Orioles board chairman Jerold C. Hoffberger told the Baltimore Sun the club will not consider a temporary Baltimore Washington plan without permanent exclusive rights to the territory. He urged a firm long term commitment before any games in Washington and criticized past expectations as not yet decided. Hoffberger suggested the Dodgers’ Los Angeles arrangement as a model and challenged the National League to place a Washington franchise.
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Sisk Helps Baseball Return to Washington in 1978
California Congressman Bernie Sisk is credited with pushing to bring major league baseball back to Washington DC. The plan envisions the Orioles playing a 26 game schedule at RFK Stadium, pending a stadium lease, DC approval, and potential interleague arrangements. The article details league divisions, post season timing debates, and financial support for minors and umpire development.
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Pirates beef up bullpen with Gossage and Forster
LOS ANGELES AP Pirates acquire Rich Gossage and Terry Forster from the Chicago White Sox for Richie Zisk and Silvio Martinez as they reshape the bullpen under new manager Chuck Tanner. Tanner touts depth with Candelaria Medich Demery Kison Reuss Rooker starters and hints at third baseman pursuit.
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Maine Nordiques Shut Out as Blazers Top Nordiques
Newcomer Gerry Teeple debuted with Syracuse Blazers scoring the deciding goal in a 2-0 win over the Maine Nordiques at the War Memorial before 3,593. Bernie Johnston opened scoring, Tom Milani assisted Teeple, and Jacques Caran earned his first shutout. West injures knee and may miss games. Blazers travel to Mohawk Valley and Erie Blades.
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Hofstra Faces Salukis Tonight In Pittsburgh Classic Final
Hofstra aims to upset 17th ranked Southern Illinois in the Pittsburgh Classic final after routing Duquesne 76-70 to reach the title game. Rich Laurel scored 28 as John Irving returned with 12 rebounds for Hofstra, while SIU guard poured in 22 to halt Pitt.
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Dolphins face Cortland as multiple players rest and recover
LeMoyne coach Tom Cooney says the near four month layoff before tonight's road game at Cortland State and the January 8 visit to St. Michael's could help the Dolphins despite a light practice week. Senior Pete Rogan heals from an ankle injury while star John Lauer plays through a bruised thigh. Jene Grey sits out with shingles. Cortland, 4-18 last season and coming off a loss to Ithaca, matches LeMoyne with similar records.
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Flames seek $750000 aid through emergency ticket plan
Atlanta officials and business leaders, including Gov. Busbee and Mayor Jackson, announced an emergency campaign to raise 750000 for the Atlanta Flames. Thirty eight corporations would prepay 25000 worth of tickets to cover payroll and keep the NHL club solvent through the season.
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Orange five at Canisius warmups amid guard concerns
Syracuse coach Boeheim backs senior Larry Kelley as the guard rotation debate tightens with Jimmy Williams in a slump. Syracuse (5-1) aims to extend a four game win streak against Canisius (1-3) at Aud, with Penn State looming Monday. Canisius relies on three double figure scorers Rene Stephens Mike Walton and John Sommers as they struggle for rebounding and height.
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Arizona names Mason as Arizona football coach
Tony Mason was named the University of Arizona football coach replacing Jim Young who left for Purdue. Mason, 46, directed Cincinnati to a 25-18 record in four seasons and helped make the Bearcats a top defensive unit nationally. He hails from Sharon, Pennsylvania, is married, and has a one year old daughter.
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Knight demeaned IU player quits basketball team
Bloomington Ind AP Mike Midday says he left the Indiana University basketball team after Bobby Knight demeaned him. Midday admired Knight’s knowledge but could not stand being treated as a human being or an object in public as a player on the NCAA champions.
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