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Tigers Host Chisox Tonight
The Tigers had yesterday off, and open a set against the White Sox tonight. Anibal Sanchez will start against Jose Quintana. Hear the first pitch at 7:08 on AM 1400, WCCY.
Detroit leads Kansas City in the American League Central Division by five games.
Brewers Shaded by Rays
The Brewers collected only three hits, and fell to the Rays 2-1. Milwaukee’s only run came on a third-inning homer by Mark Reynolds. Kyle Lohse pitched five shutout innings… but faltered in the sixth, giving up a two-run, bases-loaded single to James Loney.
The Brewers continue that series at Tampa Bay tonight. Matt Garza will start against Alex Cobb.
Saint Louis was idle yesterday, and Pittsburgh won… so Milwaukee’s lead in the National League Central Division is now a game-and-a-half over the Cardinals… and two games over the Pirates.
Copper Country Twilight League
In Copper Country Twilight League baseball play tonight…
– At the Dollar Bay field, BlueSky Health hosts Mosquito Inn.
– At the Wolverine Field, Wolverine-Orbit entertains the Stanton Wildcats.
Copper Country Horseshoe League
In Copper Country Horseshoe League action last night…
– Calumet One blanked Gasoline Alley 9-0.
– Borings Bargain Barn shut out No Name 9-0.
– L and L stopped North End Two 8-1.
– Ahmeek Fire Department outscored Drift Inn 7-2.
– North End One defeated Calumet Two 7-2.
– Dreamland edged Loading Zone 5-4.
Red Wings Extend Tatar
The Detroit Red Wings have signed left wing Tomas Tatar to a three-year contract. Reports say it’s worth a little less than a million per season.
NMU’s Rogers to Coach LSSU Women’s Hoops
Northern Michigan University assistant basketball coach Kristen Rogers has accepted the head coaching position at Lake Superior State University. Rogers spent the past three years with the Wildcats. Before that, she was on the staff at Wayne State… where she also played her college ball. Rogers replaces Shannon Eggers… who resigned earlier this year after two seasons.
Copperman Triathlon Registration Still Open
Registration remains open for Saturday’s Copperman Triathlon at Fort Wilkins State Park in Copper Harbor. Swim a half-mile in tranquil Lake Fanny Hooe, bike 23 miles along the rocky shores of Lake Superior, and run five miles through the wilderness on shaded roads. For full details and registration information, click here. If you’re already registered, you can pick up your packet today from 4:00 until 7:00 at the Aspirus Keweenaw Fitness Center in Laurium.
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