'The lovable Old Perfesser.' (racism in baseball; former manager Casey Stengel) (Column)

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Former baseball manager Casey Stengel is remembered fondly by many for his humorous phrases, but Stengel was a racist as evidenced by his refusal to integrate the New York Yankees until 1955. Little has changed in baseball since then. In 45 years there have been only five black managers.

Social aspects, History, Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Baseball managers, Professional baseball, Baseball (Professional), African American baseball players, Stengel, Casey

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A second-guesser's guide to basketball

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Canadians are not familiar enough with basketball to second guess the failures of head coaches or teams. According to basketball guru Jack Donohue, second guessing should begin right when the coach is chosen and the players are drafted.

Humor and anecdotes, Professional basketball, Basketball coaches, Basketball (Professional)

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The Jays' Beest of baseball

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Paul Beeston dispels rumors that he will succeed Fay Vincent as baseball commissioner. Beeston also discusses his opinion of the salaries of baseball players, efforts to change baseball and his love of the sport.

Interview, Personalities, Toronto Blue Jays, Beeston, Paul

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