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MLB
The Tigers scored three runs in the top of the eighth inning, and came from behind to edge the Royals 3-2 last night. Detroit had been held to just three hits over the first seven innings. Trailing 2-0 in the eighth, they loaded the bases with two outs. Kerry Carpenter’s walk forced home one run, and Matt Vierling’s two-run double proved to be the game-winner. Starter Matt Manning pitched into the sixth, and gave up both Kansas City runs – both unearned.
The Tigers visit the Royals again tonight. Tarik Skubal will start against Daniel Lynch. Coverage will begin at 7:45 on 99.3 The Lift.
The Tigers have signed their top pick from the recent MLB draft. High school outfielder Max Clark was the third overall pick in the draft. He will forego his college commitment to Vanderbilt, and report to the Tigers’ training complex in Lakeland, Florida. The deal is reportedly worth $7.7 million.
The Brewers had yesterday off, and visit the Phillies tonight. Julio Teheran will pitch against Aaron Nola.
Milwaukee starter Wade Miley is back on the injured list, after experiencing discomfort in his throwing elbow.
The Brewers have signed deals with their top two picks in the recent draft – $3.15 million for former Wake Forest third baseman Brock Wilken, who was taken at number-18; and $2 million for high school pitcher Josh Knoth, who was selected 33rd overall.
Fast Pitch Softball
In Copper Country Fast Pitch Softball League play last night…
• JB’s downed Gold Standard 8-2. Kaelyn Ruelou and Stella Soumis each had a double and a single for JB’s. Sarah Audette had a triple for Gold Standard.
• Superior Service defeated Tervo Agency 19-8. Josie Connors was the winning pitcher. For Superior Service, Josie Connors had a home run and four singles, Raili Therrian had a home run, a double and a single, and Harlee Froberg had a double and three singles. For Tervo, Alana Nolan had three singles, Sofie Remey had a triple and a single.
• Superior National Bank got past REL 12-10. Jonna Tolkinen was the winning pitcher with relief from Rosalie Kangas. For SNB, Meg Ruohonen had a double and a single and Naomi Frahm had two singles. For REL, Ashley Lehto had a double and two singles, Hannah Asiala had a double and a single and Maddie Johnson had two singles.
Slow Pitch Softball
In Copper Country Slow Pitch Softball League action last night…
• Downtowner Two v Superior Lube – no report.
• Amy J’s v Pat’s Foods/Bucko’s – no report.
• McGann’s/Northern Auto outscored Koppers 18-12, then defeated Auto Pro/Thermoanalytics 34-19.
Twilight League
On tonight’s Twilight Baseball League schedule…
• Garnet Garage plays Craig Heinonen Coldwell Banker at the Hancock Driving Park.
• Houghton Building Supply-Stanton takes on REL-Mohawk Technology at the Wolverine field.
Horseshoes
In Copper Country Horseshoe League play last evening…
• Harter’s Party Store outscored Calumet Electronics 6-3.
• L and L got past Luigi’s Bar 6-3.
• Eva’s Hideaway shut down Ahmeek Fire Department 8-1.
• Dreamland One edged Bucko’s Party Store 5-4.
• Calumet One blanked Mohawk Superette 9-0.
NFL
The Lions have signed their top pick in the recent NFL draft. Former Alabama running back Jahmyr Gibbs was taken 12th overall. It’s a four-year contract worth nearly $18 million.
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