Whitecaps top River Bandits in 9-5 opener at Fifth Third Ballpark
West Michigan used two four-run innings to beat Quad City 9-5 before 5,595 fans. Dayton Dugas hit a grand slam for four RBIs, the first Whitecaps homer this season, as the team snapped a four-game skid and led 4-0 early then added four more in the sixth.
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Baseball's Ball Problem Adds to MLB Decline
The surge in home runs fuels debate over the ball and the game. MLB officials cite tests and drag reductions while players and pitchers claim the ball feels different, with analytics shifting batters to launch angles and power. Manfred signals possible ball changes, but seeks transparency. Attendance and ratings dip as concerns over pace, costs, and overall play endure.
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Wimbledon Women and Men Semifinals Result Highlights
Serena Williams and Simona Halep advanced to the Wimbledon women’s semifinals with straight-set wins over Strycova and Svitolina. In doubles, Mahut/Roger-Vasselin and Farah/Cabal won their semifinal matches, while Middelkoop/Yang and Lindstedt/Ostapenko joined hairline comebacks in mixed and other doubles results.
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Sports and racing television and radio schedule summary
NBCSN airs NASCAR final practice Xfinity and Cup qualifying with race coverage later. MLB games include Pittsburgh at Chicago Cubs and Washington at Philadelphia. MLS New England at D.C. United. Wimbledon men semifinals. cycling stages in Tour de France. golf majors and seniors events. Bellator 224 MMA. NBA Summer League in Las Vegas. Numerous radio stations listed across events.
Pro Baseball and Soccer Schedule Mixed Across Leagues
A busy slate shows the All-Star result Cleveland 4, National League 3 with Houston at Texas coming up. Baseball games feature many pairs across Tampa Bay Baltimore Toronto New York Dodgers Boston and more with multiple late starts and weekend doubleheaders. Soccer listings cover MLS NWSL and international fixtures including Atlanta Seattle Chicago and Portland through July 21 with regional times and venues.
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