Niekro Struggles as Indians Top Royals 9-5
Cleveland starter Phil Niekro allowed eight hits and five runs through five innings as the Indians defeated the Kansas City Royals 9-5, extending KC’s skid to six losses in a row. Brook Jacoby and Mel Hall led the Indians with four and three hits respectively, while Bret Saberhagen struggled early before leaving after the fourth.
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McRae Dropped From Royals Active Roster
Hal McRae, 42, was removed from the Kansas City Royals roster after Monday night’s game with Cleveland, replaced by minor leaguer Bill Pecota. The veteran expressed interest in playing again if a right offer comes, recalling a storied 18 plus season career with a .290 average, 191 HR, 1,097 RBI, and leadership as a Royals captain and coach.
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Arrows Open Postseason Play In District Sub Zone
Ottawa Arrows finish regular season 19 16 and open District IIAA Sub Zone Tourney Thursday at Yates Center against Osage City at 8 30 PM. The day also features Yates Center versus Garnett at 6 PM with other first round games Friday night.
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Did You Know Facts From Golf To Auto History
Interesting trivia about 18 hole standard in golf tracing to St Andrews 18 holes in 1860 and Prestwick 12 holes earlier. notes on 1930 Phillies batting averages, 1895 Chicago auto race speed, and Franklin County Fair 122nd year with July 22 25 events including 4-H, rodeo, and demolition derby.
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