Washington Cuts Hauss Mandich To Reach Limit
The Redskins waive veteran center Len Hauss and tight end Jim Mandich along with five others as coach Jack Pardee prepares a 45 man roster for Sunday's opener. Several players are in limbo while Pardee considers claims from other teams and possible additions Tuesday.
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Handley Emphasizes Passing Ahead of James Wood Showdown
Handley builds its offense around the pass with quarterback strengths and targets like Randy Stickley Nick Sweeney and Tom Radle. Coach Ron Linden notes the team plans to throw 15 to 20 times per game while aiming to score quickly and keep the defense fresh. James Wood counters with a weaker secondary as Handley seeks a city county title victory.
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Knicks Set to Sign Marvin Webster at Madison Square Garden
The New York Knicks plan to announce the signing of Marvin Webster a 7 foot 1 former Sonic at Madison Square Garden. The center who helped Seattle reach the NBA finals last season will fill a longstanding Knicks need and was reportedly flown in for a news conference with Knicks President Mike Burke. Details of the deal remain undisclosed as Webster renews discussions with Seattle.
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Plunkett Dropped As 49ers Trim To 43 Man Roster
San Francisco cut eight players including quarterback Jim Plunkett as it reduced its roster to 43. Coach Bill Walsh reshaped the squad with Steve DeBerg named starter and Gene Washington placed on injured waivers while drills for Atlanta Cincinnati and Baltimore also produced new opening decisions.
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Pirates End Reds Winning Streak In Rain Delay Show
The Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the Cincinnati Reds 3-1, extending Cincinnati’s skid to five losses and 15 in 21 games after a 2 hour 46 minute delay. Los Angeles led the West after beating Montreal 4-0 as Philadelphia topped San Diego 6-1 and Atlanta edged Chicago 4-3.
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