No victory in grid dispute ends long bargaining saga
New York reports the NFL owners and the Players Association agreed to a four year contract worth 19.1 million after a 22 hour session under pressure from Commissioner Rozelle. Neither side calls it a victory, with cautious quotes from John Mackey and Ken Bowman. The deal adds pension contributions, disability payments, and increased preseason and road trip allowances, totaling an 11 million rise from 1969 levels but still short of players’ hopes. One owner expressed exhaustion and dissatisfaction with the settlement.
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Jenkins Good Bet for 20 Wins Again
Cubs ace Ferguson Jenkins remains the NL's steady force as he eyes a fourth straight 20 win season. After early shakiness he regained form with a 13-12 record following a three hit win over the Mets. His personal troubles, including his wife’s miscarriage and his mother's illness, briefly sidelined him but he now leads Chicago as they chase Pittsburgh and New York. Montreal routed Pittsburgh 8-0 as the Expos show life, while St. Louis beat Philadelphia 4-1 and San Diego crushed Cincinnati 10-3. Red Schoendienst notes the Cards remain in the race despite slim chances.
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Tiant Returns to Twins in Split With Brewers
The Minnesota Twins split a Monday night doubleheader with the Milwaukee Brewers as Luis Tiant returned from a fractured shoulder to pitch five innings and allow one run. Ace Jim Perry earned the opener win, while Dave Boswell went on the 21 day injured list. The Twins led the AL West by seven games amid other league results.
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Players end strike as camps open for 1970 season
In Elyria Ohio on Tuesday August 4 1970 the long labor talks ended and players began joining training camps. About 21 of 1300 Players Association members crossed picket lines but most clubs expected full rosters in camp by day’s end. The settlement averted postponement of the first round of exhibition games.
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Browns return to work after settlement and Rams game changes
Browns veterans reunited at John Carroll University as NFL players and owners settle the five month contract dispute. Art Modell said the Browns may move the exhibition from Friday to Saturday and the team will fly to Los Angeles Friday. Coach Blanton Collier welcomed back returning players to prepare for the game.
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Bengals game in jeopardy by stadium dispute
In Cincinnati a dispute over who may erect and dismantle the outfield fence and stands at Riverfront Stadium threatens the Bengals Redskins exhibition. Carpenters walked out halting progress as unions claim jurisdiction, jeopardizing completion before the game. Redskins planned to practice Friday. Bengals coach Paul Brown eyed rapid prep amid strike resolution.
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Tribe's relief pitchers under review amid 500 push
Cleveland Indians plan a shakeup in relief pitching as they chase a .500 finish. Hank Peters and Alvin Dark will meet at Cleveland Stadium to discuss bullpen needs after four-game split with the White Sox. Peters hinted at possible moves including Wichita farm club help before facing the Yankees. Steve Hargan starts against Fritz Peterson.
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Elyria fails to reach Williamsport after Ashtabula win
Ashtabula American erupts for four runs in the fourth and defeats Elyria North Majors 3 to 4 at West Park. Arp fans three hitless innings but Elyria s defense and errors allow the fourth inning rally. Westenski homer helps West Senior salvage, but Elyria s bid ends. North Senior remains the town s last hope as district play continues.
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