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MLB
The Detroit Tigers snapped two losing streaks last night, with a 10-5 victory over the Cleveland Indians. Detroit fell behind early, as Michael Fulmer gave up five runs over three innings. The Tigers roared back with seven runs in the fourth inning. The big blow was Isaac Paredes’ first career home run – a grand slam. Jonathan Schoop and Victor Reyes also homered for Detroit, while five Tigers relievers combined to toss six shutout innings.
It was Detroit’s first win in their last 10 games, and the first win after 20 consecutive losses to the Indians.
The Tigers play in Cleveland again tonight. Matthew Boyd will start against Triston McKenzie, who will make his major league debut.
Cleveland manager Terry Francona missed last night’s game after undergoing surgery for a gastrointestinal ailment. Francona had skipped the Indians’ recent road trip because of the condition, and it’s hoped this procedure will enable him to rejoin the club soon. He has undergone multiple surgeries for the condition over the past year.
The Milwaukee Brewers fell to the Pittsburgh Pirates 7-2 last evening. Adrian Houser gave up four runs over seven innings, and took the loss. Ben Gamel and Christian Yelich homered.
The Brewers play at Pittsburgh again this afternoon. Josh Lindblom will pitch against Derek Holland.
The New York Mets’ entire weekend series against the Yankees has been called off. Two people in the Mets organization recently tested positive for COVID-19.
Twilight League
The Copper Country Twilight Baseball League will hold its championship tournament tomorrow at the Stanton field. Regular-season champion Superior National Bank-Stanton will face Dean Kangas-State Farm in the first semifinal at 11:00. Garnet Garage-Subway will take on REL-Mohawk Technology at 1:30. The championship game will begin at 4:00. Coverage of all three contests will begin at 10:45 on KBear 102.3.
NHL
The first round of the NHL playoffs is in the books. Last night, in the Eastern Conference at Toronto, the Flyers edged the Canadiens 3-2, to win their opening-round series 4-2. In the Western Conference at Edmonton, the Canucks outskated the Blues 6-2, to claim a 4-2 series win.
The second round begins tonight, as the Stars meet the Avalanche in Edmonton.
NBA
In the opening round of the NBA playoffs yesterday…
In the Eastern Conference…
• The Raptors downed the Nets 117-92. Toronto leads that series 3-0.
• The Celtics got past the 76ers 102-94. Boston leads that set 3-0.
Today…
• The Bucks face the Magic. That series is tied 1-1.
• The Pacers meet the Heat. Miami leads that series 2-0.
In the Western Conference…
• The Jazz pounded the Nuggets 127-84. Utah leads that series 2-1.
• The Clippers outscored the Mavericks 130-122. Los Angeles leads that set 2-1.
Today…
• The Rockets take on the Thunder. Houston is up 2-0 in that series.
• The Lakers face the Trail Blazers. That series is tied 1-1.
NFL
The Detroit Lions will open the 2020 season without fans in attendance. The Ford Field stands will be empty for the first two games. The third home game isn’t until November 1st, and a decision about that and future contests will be made later.
IWA
The first Jeff Moyle Memorial Lake Linden WaterX takes place this weekend, with snowmobile racing on Torch Lake. Competition begins at 10:00 this morning, and wraps up tomorrow. Spectators are invited to watch the competition at the Lake Linden Park. Admission is $15.00 for today, or $25.00 for both days. Food will be available, but bring your own chair. The event is sponsored by the Lake Linden Volunteer Fire Department. For details, click here.
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