Willie Mays Quits Baseball For Bally Job In Atlantic City
Willie Mays announces he is leaving baseball to join Bally Manufacturing as a tourism and promotion executive at Park Place Hotel in Atlantic City. He will be paid 100000 a year for three years rising to 150000 by 1989, with restrictions on wearing a uniform and representing a team.
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Walton gambled away seven million for uncertain return
Veteran center Bill Walton, lured by the Clippers with a seven million dollar deal, has not played in an NBA game that counts this season due to a stubborn left foot injury. The Clippers sit last in the Pacific Division after ten games, Walton sprained the foot in late September and four orthopedists warn he may miss most or all of the season.
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Seahawks rally to edge Falcons 31 28 on Monday night
Seattle outlasted Atlanta 31 28 after three fourth down gambles and a late Falcons rally. Dan Doornink scored a 26 yard TD early in the fourth and Jim Zorn plus Efren Herrera keyed Seattle, while Dave Brown sealed the win with a late interception of Steve Bartkowski.
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Pardee Sees Redskins Needing 9 or 10 Wins for Playoff Bid
Washington coach Jack Pardee warned that ten victories are likely needed to reach the NFC playoffs, though nine could suffice in a tight race. He cited contender teams and ahead schedules, noting Sunday's tough test versus the defending champion Pittsburgh.
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Yankees Name Dick Howser New Manager in Surprise Move
New York AP Howser replaces Billy Martin after Bloomington hotel brawl. Gene Michael expected as GM. Michael tied to front office post. Steinbrenner moved timetables to place Howser and shift Martin out. Roy White expressed surprise at the decision.
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