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MLB
The Cleveland Indians scored three runs after a rain delay in the seventh inning, and went on to defeat the Detroit Tigers 8-6 last night. Starter Daniel Norris pitched into the sixth, and was charged with five runs. Christin Stewart, Jordy Mercer and Jeimer Candelario homered.
The Tigers continue that series in Cleveland tonight. Ryan Carpenter will pitch against Zach Plesac. Pregame coverage will start at 6:45 on 99.3 The Lift.
Trevor Rosenthal made his debut for the Tigers last night. The former Cardinals closer has battled control problems since undergoing Tommy John surgery. He was signed after his release from the Washington Nationals. He was wild to start the eighth inning, and gave up a hit, but struck out two.
The Milwaukee Brewers’ struggles continued with a 4-2 loss to the Atlanta Braves last evening. Ryan Braun homered. Adrian Houser gave up four runs over six innings, and took the loss. Milwaukee has lost eight of its last 10 games, and has dropped into third place in the National League Central.
Milwaukee has placed reliever Corbin Burnes on the injured list with shoulder inflammation. Burch Smith has been brought up to fill in.
The Brewers host the Braves again tonight. Brandon Woodruff will start against Bryse Wilson.
Slow Pitch Softball
In Copper Country Slow Pitch Softball League action last evening…
– Auto Pro/ThermoAnalytics v Harter’s Carquest, and v Pat’s Foods/Bucko’s – no reports.
– Coca Cola/Monte Carlo v Downtowner Two – no report.
– Koppers v Lake Superior Design – no report.
– A and S Industrial v McGann’s/Northern Auto, and v Luigi’s – no report.
Horseshoes
In Copper Country Horseshoe League competition last evening – no results reported.
– Dreamland One v Dreamland Two.
– Rocky’s Bar v Calumet Electronics.
– 41 Lumber v Bucko’s Party Store.
– Loading Zone v Ahmeek Fire Department.
– L and L v Harter’s Party Store.
– Calumet One v Drift Inn.
Canal Run
Online registration continues through tomorrow for Saturday’s Canal Run. There will also be an onsite sign-up session Friday evening. This year’s run includes a half marathon; 10-mile, five-mile and two-mile runs and walks; and a kids dash. For full details, click here.
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