Maher’s walk-off homer lifts Kernels to 2 0 win
Cedar Rapids Kernels left fielder Caleb Maher hit a dramatic two-out walk-off homer in the bottom of the ninth for a 2-0 victory over the Clinton LumberKings at Memorial Stadium. Teammates and fans celebrated a postgame fireworks show as Alberto Callaspo and Maher helped the Kernels snap a losing trend with strong defense and pitching.
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Kernels Face LumberKings in Memorial Stadium Tilt
Cedar Rapids Kernels meet Clinton LumberKings at Memorial Stadium at 5 p.m. with 18-year-old right hander Kevin Jepsen slated to start. Jepsen is 6-2 with a 2.80 ERA in nine starts, has 40 strikeouts and a .176 opponent average through 45 innings. Tickets range $4 to $7, reservations required for most seats.
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Sorenstam Struggles at Colonial in Memorial Day Test
Annika Sorenstam failed to make the cut at Colonial after rain delayed rounds and a nervous start. She carded just one birdie and finished with plus four on the back nine, while 50,000 fans urged her on. Teammate Dean Wilson praised her composure as others, including Tom Lehman and Sergio Garcia, also missed the cut.
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Friesen's late goal sends Devils to Cup final
Jeff Friesen recovered from an early third period turnover to score at 2:14, lifting the New Jersey Devils past the Ottawa Senators 3-2 in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference finals. The win advances New Jersey to the Stanley Cup Final with Anaheim looming, after the Devils led 3-1 in the series.
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Spurs Roll Past Mavericks as Nowitzki Injures Knee
San Antonio pulled away in the fourth quarter behind Tim Duncan 34 points to beat Dallas 96-83 and take a 2-1 lead in the Western Conference finals. Dirk Nowitzki sprained his left knee after colliding with Manu Ginobili and exited after two minutes. An x-ray was planned after the game.
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Humanitarian Bowl to move date and shape TV matchups
Boise notes the Humanitarian Bowl shifts to the Saturday after New Year’s Day for next season, becoming the final bowl before the national title game. Officials say a two year deal will pair a top WAC team with ACC’s No 6 pick, aiming to lift ratings and sales with ESPN coverage.
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Ca triona Matthew takes lead at Corning Classic
Corning New York Char Katriona Matthew shot an 8 under 64 to finish the second round at 138 while Lorie Kane was one stroke back at 138. Meg Mallon Romanes 66 to sit two behind Cain. Alfredsson Inkster and Stupples tied for fourth at 10 under as Beth Daniel stood at 135.
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Dougherty Wadkins share Champions lead in first round
Ed Dougherty and Bobby Wadkins shot 65s to lead the Columbus Southern Open first round at Green Island Country Club. One stroke back are Des Smyth Tom Kite Walter Hall Dana Quigley Morris Hatalsky in the Champions Tour event.
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Miller reshapes pit crew and mindset for ASA season surge
Veteran racer Miller, linked with owner Ken Smith and crew chief Dean Deneau since 2002, highlights improved pit stops and testing. He recalls three ASA championships and 48 all-time ASA wins while aiming for a top five from the trailer at Hawkeye Downs after a Glass City 300 pole and late leadership at Toledo.
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