Yanks Blank Tigers – Saturday Sports Wrap

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MLB

The Tigers fell to the Yankees 3-0 last evening. Opener Beau Brieske gave up a run in the first inning, and took the loss. Brant Hurter took over in the fourth, and allowed two runs on four hits over the duration.

The Tigers host the Yankees this afternoon. Keider Montero will start against Carlos Rodón. Coverage will begin at 12:45 on 99.3 The Lift.

In their major league debuts, Jace Jung drew two walks, and Trey Sweeney had a single.

To make room for Jung on the roster, infielder Gio Urshela was designated for assignment. To open a spot for Sweeney, Akil Baddoo was sent back to Toledo.

The Brewers built an early lead, then held off the Guardians 5-3 last night. Willy Adames launched a three-run homer in the first inning. Aaron Civale gave up four hits over six shutout innings. Bryce WIlson served up a pair of home runs in the eighth.

The Brewers host the Guardians again tonight. Freddy Peralta will pitch against Tanner Bibee.

Milwaukee outfielder Christian Yelich underwent season-ending back surgery yesterday. Doctors say the procedure was successful, and he should be ready by next spring.

Twilight League

The Copper Country Twilight Baseball League tournament will conclude at the Houghton field tomorrow…
• Craig Heinonen Coldwell Banker faces top-seed Garnet Garage at 11:00.
• Northern Driveline plays REL-Mohawk Technology at 1:30.
• The winners will play for the title at 4:00, with the broadcast on KBear 102.3.

NFL

The Lions visit the Chiefs for their second NFL preseason game today at 4:00. We’ll join the game after Tigers baseball on 99.3 The Lift.

The Packers continue their exhibition schedule tomorrow night at Denver.

Local Sports Broadcasts

• Tomorrow – Copper Country Twilight Baseball League championship – 3:45 pregame on KBear 102.3.
• Thursday, August 29th – Football – West Iron County at Calumet – 6:40 pregame on the Voice of the Copper Kings, KBear 102.3.
• Thursday, August 29th – Football – Iron Mountain at Houghton – 6:40 pregame on the Voice of the Gremlins, 97.7 The Wolf.

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