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MLB – All Star Game Tonight
The Tigers and Brewers are both off until Friday, for the All-Star break. The All-Star game will be played tonight in Cincinnati. The Tigers will send outfielder J.D. Martinez, shortstop Jose Iglesias, and pitcher David Price. First baseman Miguel Cabrera was voted into the starting lineup, but is on the disabled list.
The Brewers will be represented by reliever Francisco Rodriguez, and outfielder Ryan Braun.
Todd Frazier of the hometown Reds won last night’s Home Run Derby, edging out Dodgers rookie Joc Pederson 15-14 on his final swing.
Copper Country Slow Pitch Softball
In Copper Country Slow Pitch Softball play last night, just one result was reported. Matt’s Auto Glass defeated Marley Bar 22-10.
Copper Country Fast Pitch Softball
In Copper Country Fast Pitch Softball play last night…
– At Chassell, Mattila Rock and Dock won their game against Northern Michigan Land Brokers by forfeit. The result of the game between Auto Pro Glass and Family Chiropractic was not reported.
– The game between Pat’s Foods and North Star BP scheduled for Lake Linden was postponed because of poor field conditions.
Pistons Add Blake
The Detroit Pistons added some depth at point guard by obtaining veteran Steve Blake from the Brooklyn Nets yesterday. In 12 seasons in the league, this will be Blake’s ninth team. He’ll provide some insurance as Brandon Jennings recovers from Achilles tendon surgery. In exchange, Detroit sent forward Quincy Miller to the Nets.
