Van Slyke takes two days off amid swing slump for Pirates
Pittsburgh star Andy Van Slyke sits out two straight games after a severe slump drop to .228 after an 8-for-9 May 8 doubleheader. He grounded out as a pinch hitter in a 4-3 loss to San Francisco and will rest as manager Jim Leyland evaluates his stroke.
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Ford signs with Yankees after Cedar Rapids high school reunion
Ben Ford, a 6-7 pitcher from Indian Hills CC, signed Sunday with the New York Yankees and will report Wednesday to the Gulf Coast League in Tampa. He was a former Cedar Rapids Washington teammate of Brock Steinke, now with the Astros, who also plays in the GCL. Ford, a 20th round pick, aims to advance step by step and chase a major league rise while adjusting to pro baseball life.
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Iowa targets strong backcourt with Woolridge transfer
Woolridge from Nebraska to Iowa shows point guard potential as coach Davis praises his leadership and instincts. He averaged 4.9 points and two assists at Nebraska and will join the Hawks after summer events including the U.S. Sports Festival.
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Correction notice on Lis-Shon wrestling camp contact
A correction clarifies the Lis Shon wrestling camp contact Chris Lembeck and a published wrong telephone number. The Gazette commits to correcting accuracy fairness and completeness and will publish corrections or clarifications in this space with a provided phone number for complaints.
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