Empty Seats For Series Worries Insiders Is Baseball Interest Declining
AP notes sagging World Series crowds at Baltimore Memorial Stadium with 44 174 in game six and 47 291 in game seven amid talk that pro football may be overtaking baseball. Analysts debate season length and fan enthusiasm as Orioles vie for title against the Pirates.
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Pirates Murtaugh Eyes Return Decision
Pittsburgh manager Danny Murtaugh, 54, said he will decide in the next month whether to return next season. He cited health concerns after the World Series and indicated a decision would be made only if his health permits.
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Young Talent Expected to Boost Orioles in 1972
Baltimore stars a talent-rich farm system with at least two players likely to join the 1972 roster. The Orioles aim for a fourth straight American League pennant as three Baltimore farm clubs develop promising youngsters for the major league club.
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Bears Prep Douglass as Last QB Behind Center
Chicago coach Jim Dooley plans to move in with quarterback Bobby Douglass this week to prepare the left handed passer for a looming game against the Detroit Lions. Nix suffered an injury leaving Douglass as the sole available QB.
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Grand Jury Indicts Sample Former NFL Player
Federal grand jury charges John ny Sample 34 a former defensive back for the Baltimore Colts and New York Jets with possession of stolen U S Treasury checks in an 11 count indictment covering 25 checks worth over 7000 dollars. He was arrested last July 13 and released on 2500 bail after bank tellers identified him cashing the checks.
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Worthy May Start At Laurel in Washington International
Twice Worthy eyes a possible start in the $150,000 Washington International at Laurel after rapid recovery from a tendon injury. Run The Gantlet opened 5-2 favorite for the 1 1/16 mile turf race, with foreign entrants and delays noted as plans solidified.
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Petty Extends Earnings Lead With Delaware 500 Win
Richard Petty won the Delaware 500 for his 18th victory of the season boosting his year earnings to 252610 and raising his Cup points total to 3937. He became the first NASCAR driver to surpass 250000 in a year and to reach 1 million in career earnings. James Hylton finished second in points with 3642.
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NBA Standings At A Glance
NBA standings show teams and results with scattered scores and upcoming games. Notable figures include New York Chicago and Cleveland in recent play, plus schedule notes for Sunday Monday and today featuring Baltimore Seattle Cleveland Golden State and Los Angeles matchups.
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Tamarac JV Gridders Dominate Coxsackie 24 0
Tamarac juniors stretched win streak to four by blanking Coxsackie Athens 24 to 0 in a Southern Conference game. Wilbur Haris scored on 7 and 30 yard runs, Chuck Christianson returned a fumble for six, Scott Frederickson connected on a 72 yard pass to Carmody. Craig Hunzilker with five unassisted tackles and seven assists anchored the defense. Coach Ron Schott’s Gengals set to host Maple Hill next Monday at 4 p.m.
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Blass Hometown Prepares Welcome
North Canaan Connecticut plans Steve Blass Day with a half holiday. A motorcade, speeches, and a ceremony mark the homecoming of the Pirates pitcher who helped win Pittsburgh a World Series title. Governor Meskill may attend. locals recall Blass’s roots in Falls Village nearby.
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Clever Scot to Run in Colonial Cup Steeplechase
Camden South Carolina race officials announced that Clever Scot, an American-owned and English-trained horse, will start in the $100 000 Colonial Cup International Steeplechase at Camden on November 20.
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Mechanicville Pop Warners Win 12-0 Over Ballston Spa
Mechanicville Red Devils remain hot with a 12-0 victory against Ballston Spa, moving to 3-1 in league play and 4-2 overall. Tom Brown rushed five yards for the first score, followed by Butch Izzo from ten yards late in the game. Next visit Watervliet for the final midget division game at 2 p.m. Saturday.
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