Seneca blasts MVK 19-0 as Jenkins throws perfect game
MVK's Mike Jenkins pitched a near no hitter in a perfect game until one run in the middle, as Seneca bombarded the Fighting Irish 19-0 in the Braidwood Reed-Custer Regional opener. Fred Hogue took the loss for Seneca, with Gene Hettelle relieving. Seneca built two runs in the first two innings and exploded for eight and seven in the third and fourth. MVK's top hitters included Bob Murray, Dave Crane, Dave Platt, Kirk Houchin, and Mike Murray who homered. MVK advances to face Yorkville on Thursday with a semifinal berth on the line.
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GSW tops Odell in makeup game at the diamond
GSW improves to 10-3 with a 3-1 win over Odell on Tuesday at the GSW diamond. Winning pitcher Ray Lee struck out seven to move to 2-2, while Russ Thalman took the loss. Panthers coach Chuck McClain praised the well-played game as both teams prepare for regional action and potential semifinals.
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Morris High School nets fourth in LSC tournament
Morris High School placed fourth in the Little Seven Conference tennis tournament at Geneva. Oswego won the event with Geneva second and Batavia third. Morris secured third places in junior varsity singles and doubles, while varsity players Mark Collins Dave Diederich Bob Howen earned fourth. Morris heads to Bradley today and districts Saturday at Ottawa.
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Daily want ads urge readers to check listings regularly and act quickly on opportunities. Readers are advised to use the classified section to find jobs, housing, and merchandise, with emphasis on frequent updates and practical decisions.
Atlanta signs Bouton to Savannah farm contract
Atlanta signs pitcher Jim Bouton to a contract with the Savannah farm club. Oakland recalls shortstop Rob Picciolo from Vancouver of the Pacific Coast League and places catcher Earl Williams on waivers. Chicago AL trades Bobby Bonds to Texas for Claudell Washington, Rusty Torres and a to be named minor leaguer, recalls Ken Kravec, and buys catcher Larry Johnson from Iowa. Miami linebacker Mike Kolen retires. Mississippi State names Don Beasley as assistant basketball coach.
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Redskins cruise past Batavia 9-2 in regional prep
Morris High School baseball beat Batavia 9-2 at Lighted Ball Park in its last Little Seven Conference game, improving to 12-11 overall. Steve Ciota earned his fifth win on an undefeated season, while Kevin Callahan started and would be used again if Thursday’s regional game against Pontiac goes as hoped. The Redskins outhitted Batavia 12-3 and built an 8-2 lead by the fifth inning before sealing the win with late scoring and solid defense. They next face Minooka, with a potential LaSalle-Peru showdown to follow if they win.
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MVK Advances After 9-2 Softball Win Over Marseilles
MVK rolls to a 9-2 victory over Marseilles in its spring softball opener in the Seneca Sub Regional. Johanna Ely drives in the first run with a double, Barb Besson belts a bases loaded triple for a 4-0 lead, and MVK adds five in the fifth as Lisa Wettering forces in a run with a bases loaded walk.
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Bonds trade sends Bonds to Rangers for Claudell Washington
Brad Corbett, owner of the Texas Rangers, traded Claudell Washington to the Chicago White Sox for superstar outfielder Bobby Bonds. Bonds, 32, aims to test free agency after plans to leave Chicago, while Washington awaits a clearer deal. Corbett also noted Washington would be the only player he previously vowed not to trade. The move comes as Texas pursues a pennant run, having earlier added Doc Medich, Richie Zisk, Al Oliver, and Jon Matlack via free agency and multi-team deals.
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