Staubach backs NFL owners on free agent rule
Roger Staubach said owners are not conspiring against players under the free agent rule and supports the current CBA limits. He warned million-dollar contracts could hurt pro football, citing loyalty and ticket costs, while noting room to improve player salaries. He spoke in New York after receiving a quarterback of the year award.
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Shero Resignation Sparks Flyers Coach GM Speculation
The Flyers face Fred Shero's possible resignation as coach and GM, with Ed Snider pressuring terms and a potential Rangers move. The piece compares Shero to Charlie Finley era holds and notes Shero's past world titles and recent playoff exits amid market maneuvers and draft trade talk.
Rocking Colavito Feels Cleveland Love Before Yankees Series
Rocky Colavito, longtime Cleveland Indians first base coach, is a crowd favorite at Cleveland Municipal Stadium. The former star, who belted 41 and 42 homers in 1958 and 1959 and played seven seasons for Cleveland, said Cleveland is a great town for him as he heads to New York for a three game series with the Yankees. Colavito recalled his rise from minor league ball in 1951 to majors after powerful seasons in 1954 and 1955 with Indianapolis.
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Indians Open Yank series without Kern's services
New York NYAP- The Cleveland Indians start a three game set with the Yankees without right hand reliever Jim Kern who strained the back of his shoulder in the Orioles doubleheader. Dennis Kinney will handle most of the short relief duties as Kern is replaced by a rookie role. Don Hood will start for Cleveland against Ron Guidry. The series continues with Paxton Tidrow and Beatty/Waight matches.
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Shero resigns as Flyers coach after seven years
Fred Shero announces he has exhausted his effectiveness as Flyers coach and resigns, saying he can no longer motivate the team to a Stanley Cup. He denies links to the New York Rangers and hints at possible sabbatical or a temporary exit from hockey.
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L A council hardens bid stance over 1984 Olympics
Los Angeles Mayor Tom Bradley testified before the City Council amid a push to exit or constrain the bid. The council moved to withdraw unless the IOC accepts terms absolving LA of financial liability, with July deadlines set for acceptance.
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Los Angeles
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