Appier Delivers Seventh Straight Win as Royals Top Indians
Kevin Appier pitched seven innings allowing three runs for the third straight win this year as Kansas City beat Cleveland 5–3. Wilkerson hit a three run homer, boosting a 4–0 lead while Dan Cook struggled, and the Royals honored late club president Joe Burke with a moment of silence before the game.
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Orioles Sink Rangers in 4-2 Win
Baltimore beat Texas 4-2 as Kevin Brown allowed four runs on two pitches before the Rangers rallied some. Rick Sutcliffe earned the win for Baltimore with seven innings of four hit ball, while Rafael Palmeiro and Ruben Sierra homered for Texas. Free-for-all day across leagues included Toronto win over Oakland and Chicago over Milwaukee.
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Huron League track champs feature Joe Clark pole vault attempt
Herald preview notes Cyclones like Brian Clark entering a new event at Steve Grogan Stadium for Friday's Huron League championships. Clark will pole vault as part of a larger lineup competing for titles and team points.
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Baseball history highlights May 14 a century ago and today
May 14 1913 Walter Johnson yielded a run in the fourth as the Senators defeated the Browns 10-5 ending a 6 inning scoreless streak. 1914 Jim Scott no-hit Washington until the 10th, losing 1-0. 1920 Johnson earned his 300th win in a 9-8 Senators victory over Detroit. 1972 Willie Mays homered in his Mets debut, a 4-3 win over San Francisco. 1988 Jose Oquendo broke a 20 season streak by getting a decision. Today’s birthdays include Pat Borders and Dennis Martinez.
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NBA playoff odds tilt as Blazers Jazz Bulls seek finals
The Blazers and Jazz hold 3-1 leads after wins on the road while the Bulls take a 3-2 edge over the Knicks into Game 6 at Madison Square Garden. Chicago rebuilt momentum with a 96-88 win, outrebounding New York, and players stressed toughness and urgency for the decisive games ahead.
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Giants Williams, Litton Power San Francisco Past Phillies
Matt Williams walloped two early tape measure shots and Greg Litton added two riffs as the Giants defeated Philadelphia 5 3 at Veterans Stadium. Williams and Litton exchanged congratulatory remarks after the win marking San Francisco s first sweep at Philadelphia since 1987.
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Williams Powers Phillies With Long Drives At Veterans Stadium
Trevor Williams delivered two towering home runs extending a power streak as the Phillies beat the Pirates. Litton, not a frequent power hitter, joined in with a homer, while Williams lashed a 413 foot shot into the upper deck and a 416 foot drive to center as Philadelphia dropped a close game.
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