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Tigers Lose Heartbreaker
The Tigers scored three runs in the top of the ninth to take the lead against the Twins last night… only to have Minnesota rally for two runs in the bottom of the inning to hand them a 4-3 loss. J.D. Martinez was the hero in the top of the ninth… blasting a two-out, three-run homer to put Detroit up 3-2. Joe Nathan couldn’t complete the game, though… although he was hurt when Ezequiel Carrera tried to make a diving catch of a soft line drive to center field by Kurt Suzuki. The ball got past him… allowing the tying run to score from first, and giving Suzuki a double. Suzuki moved to third on a ground out… and scored when Aaron Hicks just beat shortstop Andrew Romine’s throw to first on a slow infield ground ball.
The Tigers wrap up that series at Minnesota tonight. David Price will start against Kyle Gibson. Hear the first pitch at 8:10 on FM 99.3 and AM 1400, WCCY.
The Royals also lost, so the Tigers continue to lead Kansas City by a game-and-a-half in the American League Central Division.
Brewers Edge Cardinals in Extras
Hector Gomez’ bloop single in the top of the 12th inning drove in Carlos Gomez with the winning run, as the Brewers edged the Cardinals 3-2 last night. Hector had entered the game in the ninth inning as a pinch-runner, and scored the tying run on Matt Clark’s sacrifice fly.
The Brewers continue that series at Saint Louis tonight. Mike Fiers will pitch against Adam Wainwright.
The win moves the Brewers to within four games of the Cardinals in the National League Central Division. Pittsburgh won, so they’re still a game-and-a-half behind the Pirates… who continue to hold the second wild card playoff berth.
Lions Sign Cornerback
With their cornerback corps diluted by injuries, the Detroit Lions signed veteran free agent Danny Gorrer yesterday. Gorrer is a journeyman who has played for the Rams, Ravens, Seahawks and Buccaneers. With Bill Bentley and Nevin Lawson out for the season, Detroit may also promote rookie Mohammed Seisay from the practice squad for Sunday’s game against the Packers.
Finlandia Soccer Teams Fall
The Finlandia University women’s soccer team gave up two second-half goals, and fell to Wisconsin-Superior 2-0 yesterday afternoon. Adrianna Osuna saved 19 of 21 shots for the Lions. Finlandia was held to just six shots on goal.
The Finlandia men’s soccer team took the defending WIAC champion Yellowjackets into overtime, before falling 1-0 yesterday. The Lions were outshot 17-2 in the game, but keeper Brandon Roeske turned in a fine performance in net to keep the Lions in it.
The women’s soccer team heads to Milwaukee today, for a game against Blackburn College.
Suthijindawong Honored by GLIAC Again
For the second week in a row, Michigan Tech women’s tennis player Kwang Suthijindawong has been named GLIAC Player of the Week. Suthijindawong is undefeated in singles and doubles play this season.
High School Volleyball
In high school volleyball yesterday…
– Calumet blanked Hancock 3-0.
– L’Anse defeated Chassell 3-1.
– Ontonagon shut out Baraga 3-0.
Hurley Coach Honored
A Great Western Conference football coach has been honored by the Green Bay Packers. Hurley coach Scott Erickson was named Coach of the Week after the Midgets pulled out a last-minute victory at Crystal Falls Friday night. Erickson is in his 23rd season as head coach of the Midgets, who reached the semi-finals of the Wisconsin state tournament last season. The Packers will contribute a thousand dollars to the Hurley athletic program.
Our high school football coverage continues Friday night, as Houghton entertains Calumet. On Saturday, we’ll bring you Lake Linden-Hubbell’s game at Gogebic. Hear both broadcasts on the Keweenaw’s High School Sports leader, KBear 102.3 and KBear102.com.
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