Baseball Summer Free Agent Draft Underway Today
New York AP reports major league teams pursue top two sport athletes in a summer free agent draft. Michigan State's Kirk Gibson, a blazing 4.3 speed 40 and 17 football TDs, draws heavy interest and may be drafted for baseball, while interest from football remains strong. Dale Henry of Warren County also eyes a late draft spot after a standout season.
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Stone Records 3 Hit Shutout to Lift White Sox
Steve Stone pitched a three hit shutout in Chicago's 2-0 win over Cleveland, striking out six and not allowing an Indian past second. The White Sox have won eight of nine, while Rick Waits took the loss in the Indians game.
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Costello Returns as Bulls Head Coach
Larry Costello, 47, a nine season NBA veteran with 407 career wins, is hired to coach the Chicago Bulls. He replaces Ed Badger as the Bulls move to appoint Costello after resigning from Milwaukee in 1976-77 and previously guiding the Bucks to the 1971 NBA title.
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Temporary Setback for SuperSonics
The Seattle SuperSonics trailed in the series after a 117 82 loss to the Washington Bullets in an NBA playoff game. Washington coach Dick Motta altered the lineup last minute due to Kevin Gravey’s wrist, a move he says they will practice for future play. Bullets players like Elvin Hayes praised the victory while Sonics faced a potential ninth straight road defeat.
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Front Royal Post 53 Eyes Strong Season in Northern Region League
Front Royal Post 53 prepares for a seven team Northern Region League schedule with deep pitching depth. Notables include Dale Henry and Jeff Bowers as top arms, plus Handley pair Tom Radle and Mike Prelip. Regular season opens June 16 at Harrisonburg after practice starts May 5 at Bing Crosby Stadium.
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