Indians Beat Royals 5-1 to Sweep Series
Jake Westbrook pitched a six hitter to lift Cleveland above .500 for first time since 2003. Ronnie Belliard Omar Vizquel and Casey Blake made key plays as the Indians swept Kansas City 5-1 at Jacobs Field. Grady Sizemore hit his first major league homer and Westbrook improved to 8-5.
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Ward wins Amateur final over Krsnich in 36-hole final
Kevin Ward defeated Pete Krsnich 9 and 7 in the finals of the Amateur with a late surge after a 36 hole final. Ward built a five hole lead, matched rounds, and sealed the win with strong play and clutch chips, amid a packed gallery.
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Outlaws earn state berth in baseball playoffs
Lawrence Outlaws rebounded from a loss in the first title game to defeat top seed Topeka Post 74 8-5 in the second championship and earn a trip to the American Legion AAA state tournament. Cole Massey went 2-for-4 with a double and five RBIs, and Nathan Hardman earned the win. The Outlaws next meet host Chanute in a first‑round state game around 8 p.m. Thursday.
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Raiders rally past Huskies to reach state as Wingert shines
Raiders built a four run surge in the middle innings to take a 9-4 lead over Lawrence. Wingert pitched into the eighth, struck out four, and allowed three hits in a strong outing. Paul Metzler and a ninth inning error added insurance runs as Raiders bullpen closed it out. Coach Christieansen praised Wingert’s performance. Earlier, Lansing beat Blue Valley 3-1 with Madill on the mound and Martin driving in two. Lansing then edged the Raiders 8-7 to force a winner take all ninth, with Tom Kohl driving in the final run.
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Raiders Advance To State With Extra Game Victory
Raiders defeated Lansing 12 to 3 and Lansing 7 to 1 to clinch a state berth. Tysan Corley led Lawrence with multiple hits and stolen bases, while Aaron Madill contributed strong pitching and fielding. Christiansen praised the extra at bats gained before facing Hays at noon Thursday in Chanute.
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Tonganoxie claims 14-under title with gutsy comeback
Tonganoxie triumphs 4-0 in the final as pitcher returns from early exit to throw a complete-game four-hit shutout. Raines, Pratt, Grizzle, and Hileman drive runs while Heartbreakers and other teams compete across 14 and 16-under brackets at Clinton Lake Softball Complex.
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