Kernels Fall Behind Royals After Postseason Home Run Rally
Rockford Royals build early lead with solo and two-run blasts. Carl Brown struggles as Kernels answer with Moeder Meeder and Sweeney key hits, but Rockford extends advantage to 8 3 in seventh. Meeder’s three-run shot later trims deficit to six.
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Atkinson seals post season save in decisive eighth ninth
Atkinson retired the Kernels in order in the eighth and ninth innings for his first post season save setting up tomorrow’s fourth game. He praised the team for a great year after a 31-38 first half and a 46-24 second half, urging players to stay focused and have fun.
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Jordan Prefers Baseball While Enjoying Final Bulls Sendoff
Michael Jordan says his energy will stay with baseball and not organized basketball. He completed his first Birmingham Barons season with 202 hits, 51 RBIs, 30 steals and 114 strikeouts, noting strong late improvement as fans chanted his name in a farewell stadium moment.
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