Baseball gay rumors spark talk amid players' silence
AP Sports writer notes that no active MLB star has publicly come out. Mike Piazza denies being gay as discussions note rare prior openness by two players who transitioned after retirement. The piece cites Glenn Burke and Billy Bean and cites managers' cautious reactions about an active star revealing orientation.
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Hugoton Faces Hayden In 4A Softball State Opener
Hugoton, 22-1, lands the top seed for the Class 4A state tournament and draws 11-12 Topeka Hayden in the first round at Mulvane. Hayden, coached by Lee Schmidt, has staged upsets and boasts two of the last three state titles, while Hugoton seeks its first regional crown after a 40-0 win over Larned. Hamblin’s Eagles fear no. Hayden’s schedule includes several strong 5A and 6A foes, and the Wildcats hope to prove they can beat a higher seed on neutral turf.
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Walker Rally Rockies to 7 6 Victory Over Padres
Larry Walker powered the Colorado Rockies with a two run single in the seventh as Colorado erased a 6 4 deficit to beat the San Diego Padres 7 6. Zeile drove in the winning run after a passed ball and a late rally capped by Walker's clutch hit in the seventh.
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Angels keep rolling as Royals fall 5 1 in Anaheim
The Anaheim Angels beat the Kansas City Royals 5-1 for their 20th win in 23 games. Manager Mike Scioscia lauds the team’s balance of pitching defense and timely hitting as they chase their first pennant in 42 years. Starters and role players share credit as Erstad notes everyone contributing on different nights.
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Celtics Tie East Final With 93 86 Win Over Nets
Celtics coach Jim O Brien's defensive plan paid off as Boston limited New Jersey to 86 points and controlled the boards. Despite poor shooting by Paul Pierce and Antoine Walker who combined for 44, Boston won 93 86 in Rutherford.
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Broncs ready to defend 3A title run at state
Lakin Broncs enter the Class 3A state baseball tournament at Norwall Field in Manhattan with last year’s surprise run and overall strong season including an undefeated basketball title. Coach Steve Davidson says the cross sport success fuels this team as they face Southeast of Saline in the opening matchup after byes and wins over Healy-Scotia, Russell.
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