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MLB – Tigers Collapse in Ninth
The Minnesota Twins scored seven runs in the bottom of the ninth inning, and came from behind to beat the Detroit Tigers 8-6 last night. Detroit’s lead seemed secure as the final frame opened, but Bruce Rondon gave up a single, a double, and an RBI single. Joakim Soria replaced him, and issued a walk to load the bases. He hit a batter to drive in a run, gave up an RBI single to Danny Santana, and then the game-winning homer to Brian Dozier.
The stunning loss spoiled Justin Verlander’s finest start of the season. Verlander pitched seven shutout innings, then left after allowing a single run in the eighth. The Tigers had built an early lead on homers by Yoenis Cespedes, J.D. Martinez and Victor Martinez.
The Tigers continue that series at Minnesota this evening. Alfredo Simon will pitch against Phil Hughes. Hear the first pitch at 2:05 on AM 1400 and FM 99.3 WCCY.
Before last night’s game, the Tigers granted reliever Joba Chamberlain his unconditional release. Detroit recently designated Chamberlain for assignment. He now becomes a free agent, and can sign with any team.
Jimmy Nelson carried a no-hitter into the sixth inning, but the Los Angeles Dodgers scored three times to beat the Milwaukee Brewers 3-2 last night. All three runs were unearned, following a two-out error by Hernan Perez.
The Brewers continue that west coast series against the Dodgers tonight. Taylor Jungmann will start against Brandon Beachy.
Red Wings Sign Nyquist
The Detroit Red Wings have signed forward Gustav Nyquist to a four year, 19-million dollar contract. Nyquist was a restricted free agent who had filed for arbitration.
Copper Country Twilight League Baseball
The 15th Annual Leo Durocher Memorial Baseball Tournament will be held at the Stanton field today and tomorrow. The tournament will be a two division, three team round robin format.
Today, Dean Kangas State Farm will face Wolverine/Orbit at 10:00. Pat’s Foods/Mosquito Inn will met the Tri-City North Stars from Negaunee at 12:30. Wolverine/Orbit will play the Channing Railroaders at 3:00, and the Stanton Wildcats will take on Pat’s Foods/Mosquito Inn at 5:30.
Tomorrow, Dean Kangas State Farm will play the Channing Railroaders at 11:00. The Stanton Wildcats will take on the Tri-City North Stars at 1:30. The winners of the two divisions will meet in the championship game at 4:15.
Run the Keweenaw This Weekend
The annual Run the Keweenaw trail running event will take place today and tomorrow in and near Copper Harbor. Events include the Mt. Baldy Summit Run, the Junior Trail Run, the 12K Copper Harbor Trails Challenge, and the Copper Harbor Trails Non-Competitive Run/Hike today, and the 25K Carl Olson Memorial Adventure Run tomorrow. For the full schedule, click here.
Chassell Race Today
The Chassell Lions Club 5K and 2K Run will be held this morning, as part of the Copper Country Strawberry Festival. Registration opens at 7:00, and the races begin at 8:00 on the Chassell Trails. For registration information and a copy of the registration form, click here.
