Panter’s Catch Sparks Jays Lead as Pinkham Prompts Confidence
Bill Pinkham, 21, reflects on his aggressive hitting and nerves at the plate as he belted his third homer to lift the Toronto Blue Jays affiliate Medicine Hat Jays to a 9-4 lead over Helena. Pinkham, batting .325 with eight RBIs, mentors team and eyes a possible call to higher levels while balancing personal goals and family plans.
Tatis lifts Blue Jays past Phillies in 15-4 romp
Medicine Hat shortstop Bernardo Tatis drilled a grand slam in the second inning as the Blue Jays pounded Philadelphia for 15 runs on 12 hits. John Cerutti earned his first pro win over eight innings, with Bill Pinkham homering and Fred Mead adding a late team blast as Helena cruised to victory before 925 fans at Athletic Park.
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Ball strike hurts Las Vegas bettors
Las Vegas bettors face baseball strike impact as one book at the El Cortez closes until football season, with owner Jackie Gaughan estimating a $50,000 loss and six jobs affected. Stardust keeps the book open by shifting staff to the race book while boxing bets continue.
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