I think the four major leagues ought to set up a j... -Frank Deford

I think the four major leagues ought to set up a joint commission - say, of retired judges - to rule on athletes who are accused of doing bad things away from the game. Then each league would retain its independence in determining what penalties their players should get for infractions committed within the sport.

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Frank Deford was an American sportswriter and novelist, known for his insightful sports commentaries and his contributions to sports journalism.

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