Local Babe Ruth tryouts seek teens at Ottawa center
Boys ages 16 to 18 interested in playing Senior Babe Ruth baseball this summer should contact the Ottawa Recreation Center at (785) 242-1939 or the Don Woodward Community Commission at 517 E Third St. Signup deadline is Monday.
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Oilers lose Roloson to knee injury in opener
In Raleigh, Dwayne Roloson, who started every minute of Edmonton's playoff run, was sidelined for the rest of the series after a knee injury in the first game against the Hurricanes. Andrew Ladd was hit into him by Marc-Andre Bergeron with 5:54 left, and Ty Conklin allowed the deciding goal with 31.1 seconds remaining.
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Nadal extends clay winning streak with Hewitt win at Roland Garros
Rafael Nadal defeated Lleyton Hewitt 6-2 5-7 6-4 6-2 to reach the Paris quarterfinals and extend his clay-court run to 57, improving to 11-0 against Hewitt at Roland Garros. Martina Hingis also advanced to the women's quarterfinals after beating Shahar Peer 6-3 2-6 6-3 in a match completed overnight.
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Royals tap Moore to lead 2008 draft wrapped in uncertainty
Moore, 39, officially assumes duties after five year deal as Kansas City prepares for the 2008 draft. The Royals, entering with the worst record in the majors, plan to select No 1 overall and target North Carolina lefty Andrew Miller or Washington righty Tim Lincecum with later picks. Deric Ladnier and acting GM Muzzy Jackson lead scouting decisions as Moore asserts broad authority while signaling trust in his staff.
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Atlanta
Royals Frustration Mounts Over Wasted Talent And Poor Planning
The Royals faced a steady decline since 2000 after David Glass bought the team and Allard Baird became GM. Budget cuts hit scouting and development, top prospects stalled, and big signings flopped. A 104-loss 2004 season followed a 2003 energy boost, with Raul Ibanez allowed to depart and fans souring as Moore faces a possible coaching overhaul.
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Wie misses Open bid in Canoe Brook qualifier
Michelle Wie fails to reach the U S Open after finishing 1 over at Canoe Brook with a late push, bogeys on Nos. 4 5 6 and a key 60 foot chip for birdie. The 16 year old vows to try again next year while heading to the LPGA Championship.
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