ST. LOUIS -- Tyler Naquin hit a go-ahead double in the 12th inning, then Yadier Molina made a baserunning blunder and got trapped for the final out Saturday to give the Cleveland Indians a 2-1 win over the St. Louis Cardinals.

A day after getting 20 hits in a rout, the Indians totaled just five in winning their fourth in a row.

"It is a lot of fun. It's a good energy," Indians starter Carlos Carrasco said of the winning vibe. "Everyone is kind of together right now."

Naquin doubled off Alex Reyes (1-1) to drive in pinch runner Mike Freeman, who started the inning at second base. That was Cleveland's only hit after the eighth inning.

Molina, who grounded into an inning-ending double play in the 11th with runners on first and second, began the 12th at second base as the automatic runner under MLB's extra-inning rule.

The slow-footed Molina moved to third on a wild pitch by Brad Hand, and stayed there when Dexter Fowler grounded out.

Matt Carpenter followed with a grounder that first baseman Carlos Santana fielded near the bag. He touched the base for an out, then bobbled the ball for a moment.

Molina was partly down the line toward home, and Santana cut across the diamond with the ball. Molina put up his hands, appearing to indicate he thought Carpenter's grounder was foul, and was easily tagged out in a rundown to complete a double play.

"When he hit the ball to first base, it looked like it was fair from the dugout," Indians acting manager Sandy Alomar Jr. said. "Automatically we went back to the bag and Molina just stood there, I don't know if he knew that the ball was fair or foul but from the dugout it was way fair."

Said Cardinals manager Mike Shildt: "He broke and realized he probably couldn't make it and then stopped and felt like he called it foul and clearly he did not."

St. Louis had the bases loaded with two outs in the 10th inning, but Nick Wittgren (2-0) induced Paul DeJong to pop out to end the inning.

Carrasco allowed two hits and two walks with six strikeouts in six scoreless innings for his quality start since Aug. 6 versus Cincinnati.

The Indians limited the Cardinals to four hits, none after the Carpenter's RBI single on the seventh.

"We had a lot of opportunities and we couldn't get the hit," Shildt said. "I know the effort's there but it's the execution lacking. We didn't help ourselves in a couple areas."

Cardinals starter Jack Flaherty allowed one run on three hits and two walks in five innings.

Jose Ramirez connected in the Cleveland first for his seventh home run of the season.

Both clubs wore their No. 42 jerseys that they wore Friday for Jackie Robinson Day. Flaherty, who is Black and has been at the forefront of speaking about racial injustice, wore cleats supporting the Black Lives Matter movement and the names of victims of violence.

Prior to the game, St. Louis recalled RHPs Seth Elledge and Ryan Meisinger, LHP Rob Kaminsky, and 1B John Nogowski from the club's Springfield, Missouri, alternate site camp. and optioned RHPs Daniel Ponce de Leon and Junior Fernandez and INF Max Schrock. The club also placed LHP Ricardo Sanchez (left elbow pain) on the 10-day injured list.

Indians: Cleveland is the only team in Major League Baseball without a player on the injured list.

Cardinals: Reliever Genesis Cabrera left the game with a cracked fingernail on his left middle finger shortly after taking the mound to warmup in the seventh inning after striking out the side in the sixth.

Indians: RHP Aaron Civale (3-3, 3.15) will be making his third career interleague start and first career appearance against the Cardinals. He is 1-1 with a 1.84 ERA in interleague action after tossing a nine-inning shutout on Aug. 19 vs. Pittsburgh.

Cardinals: RHP Adam Wainwright (2-0, 2.88) is slated to make his first career start versus Cleveland. Wainwright allowed one run in two innings in his only prior appearance against the Indians on June 27, 2016.

Associated PressST. LOUIS -- Tyler Naquin hit a go-ahead double in the 12th inning, then Yadier Molina made a baserunning blunder and got trapped for the final out Saturday to give the Cleveland Indians a 2-1 win over the St. Louis Cardinals.A day after getting 20 hits in a rout, the Indians totaled just five in winning their fourth in a row."It is a lot of fun. It's a good energy," Indians starter Carlos Carrasco said of the winning vibe. "Everyone is kind of together right now."Naquin doubled off Alex Reyes (1-1) to drive in pinch runner Mike Freeman, who started the inning at second base. That was Cleveland's only hit after the eighth inning.Molina, who grounded into an inning-ending double play in the 11th with runners on first and second, began the 12th at second base as the automatic runner under MLB's extra-inning rule.The slow-footed Molina moved to third on a wild pitch by Brad Hand, and stayed there when Dexter Fowler grounded out.Matt Carpenter followed with a grounder that first baseman Carlos Santana fielded near the bag. He touched the base for an out, then bobbled the ball for a moment.Molina was partly down the line toward home, and Santana cut across the diamond with the ball. Molina put up his hands, appearing to indicate he thought Carpenter's grounder was foul, and was easily tagged out in a rundown to complete a double play."When he hit the ball to first base, it looked like it was fair from the dugout," Indians acting manager Sandy Alomar Jr. said. "Automatically we went back to the bag and Molina just stood there, I don't know if he knew that the ball was fair or foul but from the dugout it was way fair."Said Cardinals manager Mike Shildt: "He broke and realized he probably couldn't make it and then stopped and felt like he called it foul and clearly he did not."St. Louis had the bases loaded with two outs in the 10th inning, but Nick Wittgren (2-0) induced Paul DeJong to pop out to end the inning.Hand wound up with his 10th save.Carrasco allowed two hits and two walks with six strikeouts in six scoreless innings for his quality start since Aug. 6 versus Cincinnati.The Indians limited the Cardinals to four hits, none after the Carpenter's RBI single on the seventh."We had a lot of opportunities and we couldn't get the hit," Shildt said. "I know the effort's there but it's the execution lacking. We didn't help ourselves in a couple areas."Cardinals starter Jack Flaherty allowed one run on three hits and two walks in five innings.Jose Ramirez connected in the Cleveland first for his seventh home run of the season.HONORING JACKIE ROBINSONBoth clubs wore their No. 42 jerseys that they wore Friday for Jackie Robinson Day. Flaherty, who is Black and has been at the forefront of speaking about racial injustice, wore cleats supporting the Black Lives Matter movement and the names of victims of violence.SPRINGFIELD SHUTTLEPrior to the game, St. Louis recalled RHPs Seth Elledge and Ryan Meisinger, LHP Rob Kaminsky, and 1B John Nogowski from the club's Springfield, Missouri, alternate site camp. and optioned RHPs Daniel Ponce de Leon and Junior Fernandez and INF Max Schrock. The club also placed LHP Ricardo Sanchez (left elbow pain) on the 10-day injured list.TRAINER'S ROOMIndians: Cleveland is the only team in Major League Baseball without a player on the injured list.Cardinals: Reliever Genesis Cabrera left the game with a cracked fingernail on his left middle finger shortly after taking the mound to warmup in the seventh inning after striking out the side in the sixth.UP NEXT:Indians: RHP Aaron Civale (3-3, 3.15) will be making his third career interleague start and first career appearance against the Cardinals. He is 1-1 with a 1.84 ERA in interleague action after tossing a nine-inning shutout on Aug. 19 vs. Pittsburgh.Cardinals: RHP Adam Wainwright (2-0, 2.88) is slated to make his first career start versus Cleveland. Wainwright allowed one run in two innings in his only prior appearance against the Indians on June 27, 2016.

Cardinals lose to Indians 2-1 in 12 innings

KANSAS CITY, MO (August 29, 2020) – The Kansas City Royals acquired outfielder Edward Olivares and a player to be named from the San Diego Padres Saturday in exchange for pitcher Trevor Rosenthal.

Olivares, 24, has played 13 games with the Padres this season, after making his big league debut on July 25. In 127 games with Amarillo (AA) last season, the right-handed hitter batted .283 (138-for-488) with 25 doubles, two triples, 18 homers and 85 runs scored. He swiped 35 bases to finish third in the Texas League, behind Royals’ outfielders Khalil Lee (53) and Nick Heath (50). He also finished 10th in the league in on-base percentage (.349), drawing 43 walks. 

Olivares recorded 103 stolen bases in his minor league career, after he was originally signed by the Toronto Blue Jays as an international free agent on July 2, 2014 out of Caracas, Venezuela. He was acquired by the Padres from Toronto on January 6, 2018, with pitcher Jared Carkuff in exchange for third baseman Yangervis Solarte. 

Rosenthal, 30, has made 14 appearances with the Royals this season, collecting a team-high seven saves with a 3.29 ERA (5 ER in 13.2 IP), after signing with Kansas City as a minor league free agent this offseason.

KANSAS CITY, MO (August 29, 2020) – The Kansas City Royals acquired outfielder Edward Olivares and a player to be named from the San Diego Padres Saturday in exchange for pitcher Trevor Rosenthal.Olivares, 24, has played 13 games with the Padres this season, after making his big league debut on July 25. In 127 games with Amarillo (AA) last season, the right-handed hitter batted .283 (138-for-488) with 25 doubles, two triples, 18 homers and 85 runs scored. He swiped 35 bases to finish third in the Texas League, behind Royals’ outfielders Khalil Lee (53) and Nick Heath (50). He also finished 10th in the league in on-base percentage (.349), drawing 43 walks. Olivares recorded 103 stolen bases in his minor league career, after he was originally signed by the Toronto Blue Jays as an international free agent on July 2, 2014 out of Caracas, Venezuela. He was acquired by the Padres from Toronto on January 6, 2018, with pitcher Jared Carkuff in exchange for third baseman Yangervis Solarte. Rosenthal, 30, has made 14 appearances with the Royals this season, collecting a team-high seven saves with a 3.29 ERA (5 ER in 13.2 IP), after signing with Kansas City as a minor league free agent this offseason.--- Royals Press Release ---

Kansas City trades Trevor Rosenthal to Padres

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Area High School Football Scores - Friday, August 28

CHICAGO -- Yasmani Grandal hit his third career game-ending home run in the ninth after a defensive miscue as the Chicago White Sox beat the Kansas City Royals 6-5 on Friday night.

Yoan Moncada had an RBI single in the seventh, Eloy Jimenez added a two-run homer and Luis Robert also homered for the White Sox who have won 10 of their last 11 games and eight straight at home.

Trailing 5-4 in the ninth, Ryan O'Hearn drew a one-out walk off White Sox closer Alex Colome. Maikel Franco followed with a liner to left-center. The White Sox caught Franco in between first and second. First baseman Jose Abreu tried to run him down but Franco got to second base before Abreu's diving attempt of a tag. While Abreu was sitting on the ground near second base, Abreu threw to the plate. Grandal wasn't looking for the throw and the ball got by Grandal, allowing pinch-runner Bubba Starling to score to tie the score.

"A very bizarre play. As I am thinking, it's a dead ball as soon as Abreu falls on the ground. I am looking at the runner at third and he is standing at third, he's not going anywhere," Grandal said. "Right after that, I have to figure out if the dugout wants to challenge or not and let the umpire know we're trying to challenge the play. As that happens, I turn around and see the ball going through my legs. Like I said before, it's something to learn from, make sure I am aware as to when the play is over and when the umpire is actually calling timeout."

Grandal made up for everything when he broke a 5-5 tie with a leadoff homer off Ian Kennedy (0-2) in the bottom of the inning.

"I've caught Kennedy before and I had plenty of AB's against him. I kind of had a pretty good idea of what I wanted off of him in order to take a good swing at it," said Grandal.

Colome (1-0) finished the game by getting the final four outs after blowing his first save attempt.

The White Sox moved into a tie with the Twins for first place in the AL Central.

Jorge Soler hit a two-run home run and Whit Merrifield added a solo shot for the Royals, who have lost all four of their games to the White Sox this season.

"We fought so hard to get back, every time in that game, multiple times. ... That's one of the worst feelings as a reliever, getting walked off," said Kennedy.

Royals manager Mike Matheny wants to see his team take advantage of situations when opponents give them a break.

"For our team to take that next step, we have to be relentless in those situations," Matheny said. "We can't let teams off the hook as often as we have. We're facing major league-caliber pitching. I get it. It's just that it's going to continue to be the conversation. They're going to get sick and tired of hearing about it, but it's too big of a piece of the puzzle for us, to not make a mark early, to not figure out how to get it done late."

Royals reliever Tyler Zuber, activated from the bereavement list before the game, walked Jimenez to start the seventh on four straight pitches. He gave up a single to Grandal, One out later, he was relieved by Scott Barlow, who walked Edwin Encarnacion to load the bases. After Franco was unable to make a running overhead catch in foul territory, Moncada ripped a single to right to put the White Sox ahead 5-4. Barlow escaped further damage by getting Robert to line out and Danny Mendick swinging.

Trailing 2-1 in the fifth inning with two outs, Tim Anderson hit a liner off the right thigh of Royals starter Danny Duffy. Duffy didn't appear hurt despite getting a visit from the team trainer. Two pitches later, Jimenez teed off on a fastball, driving it deep into the ivy in center-field to give the White Sox a 3-2 lead. It was Jimenez's 11th of the season and it measured at 452-feet.

Moncada chased Duffy with a two-out single in the sixth inning. Robert reached on a single off Royals reliever Jesse Hahn and Mendick struck out but reached on a passed ball by catcher Cam Gallagher to load the bases. Pinch-hitter Nomar Mazara added another run by drawing a bases-loaded walk to extend the lead.

The White Sox lead was short-lived. Reliever Matt Foster allowed a one-out walk in the seventh, then Soler followed with a two-run shot on an 0-2 pitch to tie the game at four it was his eighth of the season.

With two outs in the second, Robert hit an opposite-field home run into the Royals' right-field bullpen. It was the rookie's 8th of the season.

Merrifield tied the game in the third with a leadoff shot on a high 2-1 fastball. It was his sixth of the season. White Sox starter Reynaldo Lopez then surrendered three consecutive hits. Ryan O'Hearn hit an RBI single to put the Royals ahead 2-1.

Lopez was pitching in and out of trouble all night. Lopez allowed two runs on six hits in four innings. He struck out four and walked two.

Before the game, the White Sox acquired speedy outfielder Jarrod Dyson in a trade with Pittsburgh to boast their depth as they make a run for the postseason. Dyson came in as a defensive replacement in the ninth for Jimenez in left.

Duffy allowed four runs, three earned on seven hits. He struck out six and walked one in the no-decision.

Grandal and his teammates weren't looking to make a statement by not playing on Friday. Grandal pointed to the significance of Jackie Robinson Day. If you don't play today than what is the point? We thought today was the day to play. If it wouldn't have been Jackie Robinson Day today we could've possibly taken a different route, but we thought today was definitely the one day we needed to play."

INF Nick Madrigal, one of Chicago's top prospects, returned to the White Sox. He separated his left shoulder in his fifth game with the team. The 23-year-old second baseman was selected by the White Sox with the fourth overall pick in the 2018 draft. Catcher Zack Collins was optioned to Schaumburg to create a spot for Madrigal. Madrigal did not play on Friday night.

Brady Singer (1-3) is scheduled to start for the Royals against the White Sox on Saturday. The right-hander is 0-1 in three road starts this season with a 4.02 ERA.

RHP Dylan Cease (4-2) is scheduled to start for the White Sox on Saturday. He is 4-1 with a 2.15 ERA in his last five starts. He is 1-1 with a 4.50 ERA against the Royals in his career.

Associated PressCHICAGO -- Yasmani Grandal hit his third career game-ending home run in the ninth after a defensive miscue as the Chicago White Sox beat the Kansas City Royals 6-5 on Friday night.Yoan Moncada had an RBI single in the seventh, Eloy Jimenez added a two-run homer and Luis Robert also homered for the White Sox who have won 10 of their last 11 games and eight straight at home.Trailing 5-4 in the ninth, Ryan O'Hearn drew a one-out walk off White Sox closer Alex Colome. Maikel Franco followed with a liner to left-center. The White Sox caught Franco in between first and second. First baseman Jose Abreu tried to run him down but Franco got to second base before Abreu's diving attempt of a tag. While Abreu was sitting on the ground near second base, Abreu threw to the plate. Grandal wasn't looking for the throw and the ball got by Grandal, allowing pinch-runner Bubba Starling to score to tie the score."A very bizarre play. As I am thinking, it's a dead ball as soon as Abreu falls on the ground. I am looking at the runner at third and he is standing at third, he's not going anywhere," Grandal said. "Right after that, I have to figure out if the dugout wants to challenge or not and let the umpire know we're trying to challenge the play. As that happens, I turn around and see the ball going through my legs. Like I said before, it's something to learn from, make sure I am aware as to when the play is over and when the umpire is actually calling timeout."Grandal made up for everything when he broke a 5-5 tie with a leadoff homer off Ian Kennedy (0-2) in the bottom of the inning."I've caught Kennedy before and I had plenty of AB's against him. I kind of had a pretty good idea of what I wanted off of him in order to take a good swing at it," said Grandal.Colome (1-0) finished the game by getting the final four outs after blowing his first save attempt.The White Sox moved into a tie with the Twins for first place in the AL Central.Jorge Soler hit a two-run home run and Whit Merrifield added a solo shot for the Royals, who have lost all four of their games to the White Sox this season."We fought so hard to get back, every time in that game, multiple times. ... That's one of the worst feelings as a reliever, getting walked off," said Kennedy.Royals manager Mike Matheny wants to see his team take advantage of situations when opponents give them a break."For our team to take that next step, we have to be relentless in those situations," Matheny said. "We can't let teams off the hook as often as we have. We're facing major league-caliber pitching. I get it. It's just that it's going to continue to be the conversation. They're going to get sick and tired of hearing about it, but it's too big of a piece of the puzzle for us, to not make a mark early, to not figure out how to get it done late."Royals reliever Tyler Zuber, activated from the bereavement list before the game, walked Jimenez to start the seventh on four straight pitches. He gave up a single to Grandal, One out later, he was relieved by Scott Barlow, who walked Edwin Encarnacion to load the bases. After Franco was unable to make a running overhead catch in foul territory, Moncada ripped a single to right to put the White Sox ahead 5-4. Barlow escaped further damage by getting Robert to line out and Danny Mendick swinging.Trailing 2-1 in the fifth inning with two outs, Tim Anderson hit a liner off the right thigh of Royals starter Danny Duffy. Duffy didn't appear hurt despite getting a visit from the team trainer. Two pitches later, Jimenez teed off on a fastball, driving it deep into the ivy in center-field to give the White Sox a 3-2 lead. It was Jimenez's 11th of the season and it measured at 452-feet.Moncada chased Duffy with a two-out single in the sixth inning. Robert reached on a single off Royals reliever Jesse Hahn and Mendick struck out but reached on a passed ball by catcher Cam Gallagher to load the bases. Pinch-hitter Nomar Mazara added another run by drawing a bases-loaded walk to extend the lead.The White Sox lead was short-lived. Reliever Matt Foster allowed a one-out walk in the seventh, then Soler followed with a two-run shot on an 0-2 pitch to tie the game at four it was his eighth of the season.With two outs in the second, Robert hit an opposite-field home run into the Royals' right-field bullpen. It was the rookie's 8th of the season.Merrifield tied the game in the third with a leadoff shot on a high 2-1 fastball. It was his sixth of the season. White Sox starter Reynaldo Lopez then surrendered three consecutive hits. Ryan O'Hearn hit an RBI single to put the Royals ahead 2-1.Lopez was pitching in and out of trouble all night. Lopez allowed two runs on six hits in four innings. He struck out four and walked two.Before the game, the White Sox acquired speedy outfielder Jarrod Dyson in a trade with Pittsburgh to boast their depth as they make a run for the postseason. Dyson came in as a defensive replacement in the ninth for Jimenez in left.Duffy allowed four runs, three earned on seven hits. He struck out six and walked one in the no-decision.JACKIE ROBINSON DAYGrandal and his teammates weren't looking to make a statement by not playing on Friday. Grandal pointed to the significance of Jackie Robinson Day. If you don't play today than what is the point? We thought today was the day to play. If it wouldn't have been Jackie Robinson Day today we could've possibly taken a different route, but we thought today was definitely the one day we needed to play."TRAINER'S ROOMINF Nick Madrigal, one of Chicago's top prospects, returned to the White Sox. He separated his left shoulder in his fifth game with the team. The 23-year-old second baseman was selected by the White Sox with the fourth overall pick in the 2018 draft. Catcher Zack Collins was optioned to Schaumburg to create a spot for Madrigal. Madrigal did not play on Friday night.UP NEXTBrady Singer (1-3) is scheduled to start for the Royals against the White Sox on Saturday. The right-hander is 0-1 in three road starts this season with a 4.02 ERA.RHP Dylan Cease (4-2) is scheduled to start for the White Sox on Saturday. He is 4-1 with a 2.15 ERA in his last five starts. He is 1-1 with a 4.50 ERA against the Royals in his career.

Royals fall at Chicago 6-5 on Grandal's walk-off home run

ST. LOUIS -- Franmil Reyes homered and drove in five runs, Carlos Santana hit a home run and scored four times and the Cleveland Indians routed the St. Louis Cardinals 14-2 Friday night.

A group of approximately 100 protesters arrived outside Busch Stadium's left field gate during the top of the first inning, chanting, "no justice, no baseball." The crowd dispersed during the top of the second.

Friday was Jackie Robinson Day across the majors. Eleven big league games were postponed this week as teams protested racial injustice in the wake of Jacob Blake, a Black man, being shot by police in Wisconsin last weekend.

Tyler Naquin also homered as the Indians got 20 hits, seven for extra bases. Reyes, Roberto Perez and Delino DeShields each for three hits.

"I liked what we did offensively," Indians catcher Sandy Leon said. "I thought tonight we had great at-bats, we were taking pitches, we had a great game plan. It was nice to see everybody contribute to the W."

The Cardinals hadn't allowed 20 hits in a nine-inning game since 2016. Only one of St. Louis' six pitchers didn't give up a hit -- rookie infielder Max Schrock, who tossed a perfect ninth.

"They're looking to do damage on the plate," Cardinals manager Mike Shildt said. "It's an offense that's clearly very capable, that's designed to do what they did."

Reyes launched a three-run drive in the first inning and the Indians boosted their lead to 6-0 in the second. Reyes, Francisco Lindor and Jose Ramirez each scored three runs.

Triston McKenzie completed four innings for the Indians in his second career start. He allowed two earned runs and three hits, striking out three and walking three.

"I just have to do a better job," he said. "The guys went out there and they put up six runs early, and I feel like I just have to do a better job as a starter to go out there and give them a couple more innings."

Cam Hill (1-0) got the win and Adam Plutko went four innings for his first save.

Daniel Ponce de Leon (0-3) managed to record only two outs, allowing four earned runs.

Dexter Fowler hit a two-run homer in the second inning for the Cardinals, his first career drive against Cleveland in the regular season. Fowler also homered twice against the Indians in the 2016 World Series while with the Cubs.

Indians: Manager Terry Francona is away from the team as he recovers from surgery to address a blood clotting issue. First base coach Sandy Alomar, Jr. continues to act as manager in Francona's absence.

Cardinals: C Matt Wieters (broken left big toe) has rejoined the team in St. Louis. Wieters will work out at Busch Stadium on Saturday and is not eligible to be removed from the injured list until Aug. 30. RHP Ryan Helsley (COVID-19) is set to throw live batting practice this weekend.

Indians: RHP Carlos Carrasco (2-3, 4.50) will start only his second game against the Cardinals -- and first at Busch Stadium -- in his 11-season career.

Cardinals: RHP Jack Flaherty (2-0, 1.98) has been pitching with limitations on his pitch count since the team's 17-day layoff after a COVID-19 outbreak. He allowed only one baserunner in five innings in his most recent start against Kansas City, earning the win for the first time since opening day.

Associated PressST. LOUIS -- Franmil Reyes homered and drove in five runs, Carlos Santana hit a home run and scored four times and the Cleveland Indians routed the St. Louis Cardinals 14-2 Friday night.A group of approximately 100 protesters arrived outside Busch Stadium's left field gate during the top of the first inning, chanting, "no justice, no baseball." The crowd dispersed during the top of the second.Friday was Jackie Robinson Day across the majors. Eleven big league games were postponed this week as teams protested racial injustice in the wake of Jacob Blake, a Black man, being shot by police in Wisconsin last weekend.Tyler Naquin also homered as the Indians got 20 hits, seven for extra bases. Reyes, Roberto Perez and Delino DeShields each for three hits."I liked what we did offensively," Indians catcher Sandy Leon said. "I thought tonight we had great at-bats, we were taking pitches, we had a great game plan. It was nice to see everybody contribute to the W."The Cardinals hadn't allowed 20 hits in a nine-inning game since 2016. Only one of St. Louis' six pitchers didn't give up a hit -- rookie infielder Max Schrock, who tossed a perfect ninth."They're looking to do damage on the plate," Cardinals manager Mike Shildt said. "It's an offense that's clearly very capable, that's designed to do what they did."Reyes launched a three-run drive in the first inning and the Indians boosted their lead to 6-0 in the second. Reyes, Francisco Lindor and Jose Ramirez each scored three runs.Triston McKenzie completed four innings for the Indians in his second career start. He allowed two earned runs and three hits, striking out three and walking three."I just have to do a better job," he said. "The guys went out there and they put up six runs early, and I feel like I just have to do a better job as a starter to go out there and give them a couple more innings."Cam Hill (1-0) got the win and Adam Plutko went four innings for his first save.Daniel Ponce de Leon (0-3) managed to record only two outs, allowing four earned runs.Dexter Fowler hit a two-run homer in the second inning for the Cardinals, his first career drive against Cleveland in the regular season. Fowler also homered twice against the Indians in the 2016 World Series while with the Cubs.TRAINER'S ROOMIndians: Manager Terry Francona is away from the team as he recovers from surgery to address a blood clotting issue. First base coach Sandy Alomar, Jr. continues to act as manager in Francona's absence.Cardinals: C Matt Wieters (broken left big toe) has rejoined the team in St. Louis. Wieters will work out at Busch Stadium on Saturday and is not eligible to be removed from the injured list until Aug. 30. RHP Ryan Helsley (COVID-19) is set to throw live batting practice this weekend.UP NEXTIndians: RHP Carlos Carrasco (2-3, 4.50) will start only his second game against the Cardinals -- and first at Busch Stadium -- in his 11-season career.Cardinals: RHP Jack Flaherty (2-0, 1.98) has been pitching with limitations on his pitch count since the team's 17-day layoff after a COVID-19 outbreak. He allowed only one baserunner in five innings in his most recent start against Kansas City, earning the win for the first time since opening day.

Cardinals get blown out by Cleveland 14-2

TOPEKA, Kan.–&nbsp;The Kansas State High School Activities Association Board of Directors voted to approve an optional alternative fall season for those schools which are unable to offer opportunities for student-athletes during the traditional fall season. This does not disrupt those schools which are offering practice and competitions at this time.&nbsp;It does provide an option for schools whose seasons are now, or later, unable to continue.

The plan was approved by the Board with 45 in favor and 29 opposed.&nbsp; This plan effectively provides:

-An opportunity for student-athletes to participate in their fall activity that is suspended for the traditional fall months;

-Allows those schools with more favorable conditions to continue to practice/play;

-Allows for individual schools to evaluate and decide best course of action for their respective activities;

-Allows for flexibility at the activity specific level as some activities may continue and while others are suspended (only those suspended would be eligible for the alternative fall season);

-Schools have been placed into bands (groupings) according to their classification for the purpose of determining appropriate spring sport start dates;

-Maximum for total number of weeks participating and number of contests (traditional and alternative fall seasons) is congruent to max allowed in traditional fall season;

-In the band of schools in Classes 1A-4A (amended from published agenda), if more than half of the total suspend one or more activities for the season, the spring sport season would have a delayed start and a later conclusion;

-In the band of schools in Classes 5A-6A (amended from published agenda), if more than half of the total schools suspend one or more activities for the season, the spring sport season would have a delayed start and a later conclusion;

-In each band, the spring season will start on time and conclude on time if less than half of the schools need to utilize the alternative fall season;

-Click the linked here for what other parameters and the schedules included with the plan:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.kshsaa.org/Public/PDF/BODSupportMaterials82820.pdf" target="_blank">http://www.kshsaa.org/Public/PDF/ BODSupportMaterials82820.pdf</a>

The KSHSAA will continue to lead and support schools regarding the optimal path moving forward in support of student and community health.

TOPEKA, Kan.–&nbsp;The Kansas State High School Activities Association Board of Directors voted to approve an optional alternative fall season for those schools which are unable to offer opportunities for student-athletes during the traditional fall season. This does not disrupt those schools which are offering practice and competitions at this time.&nbsp;It does provide an option for schools whose seasons are now, or later, unable to continue.The plan was approved by the Board with 45 in favor and 29 opposed.&nbsp; This plan effectively provides:-An opportunity for student-athletes to participate in their fall activity that is suspended for the traditional fall months;-Allows those schools with more favorable conditions to continue to practice/play;-Allows for individual schools to evaluate and decide best course of action for their respective activities;-Allows for flexibility at the activity specific level as some activities may continue and while others are suspended (only those suspended would be eligible for the alternative fall season);-Schools have been placed into bands (groupings) according to their classification for the purpose of determining appropriate spring sport start dates;-Maximum for total number of weeks participating and number of contests (traditional and alternative fall seasons) is congruent to max allowed in traditional fall season;-In the band of schools in Classes 1A-4A (amended from published agenda), if more than half of the total suspend one or more activities for the season, the spring sport season would have a delayed start and a later conclusion;-In the band of schools in Classes 5A-6A (amended from published agenda), if more than half of the total schools suspend one or more activities for the season, the spring sport season would have a delayed start and a later conclusion;-In each band, the spring season will start on time and conclude on time if less than half of the schools need to utilize the alternative fall season;-Click the linked here for what other parameters and the schedules included with the plan:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.kshsaa.org/Public/PDF/BODSupportMaterials82820.pdf" target="_blank">http://www.kshsaa.org/Public/PDF/ BODSupportMaterials82820.pdf</a>The KSHSAA will continue to lead and support schools regarding the optimal path moving forward in support of student and community health.KSHSAA Release

KSHSAA approves optional alternative fall season

Benton High School has announced the hiring of Chris Michaels as the Cardinals new girls' basketball coach.

Michaels, a 2009 Benton graduate, was originally hired this May by the Cardinals to be the top assistant on Kerstyn Bolton's staff, as well as an assistant football coach.

Bolton stepped down this summer and Benton turned to Michaels, who was the head coach of the North Andrew girls' basketball program the last two seasons.

Michaels takes over a Cardinal team that went 11-17 last season and 4-3 in the MEC.

Benton High School has announced the hiring of Chris Michaels as the Cardinals new girls' basketball coach.Michaels, a 2009 Benton graduate, was originally hired this May by the Cardinals to be the top assistant on Kerstyn Bolton's staff, as well as an assistant football coach.Bolton stepped down this summer and Benton turned to Michaels, who was the head coach of the North Andrew girls' basketball program the last two seasons.Michaels takes over a Cardinal team that went 11-17 last season and 4-3 in the MEC.

Benton hires Chris Michaels as new girls' basketball coach

<a href="https://anchor.fm/dave-riggert21/episodes/Aaron-Fritz---Mid-Buchanan-football-coach-eio7p4">CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO MID-BUCHANAN FOOTBALL COACH AARON FRITZ</a>

Dave Riggert had a conversation with Mid-Buchanan head football coach Aaron Fritz to preview the 2020 season.&nbsp; Fritz begins his sixth season in charge of the Dragons and expectations are extremely high for his team.

Mid-Buch returns as many as eight starters on each side of the ball after their 12-2 season last year when they went 12-2.&nbsp; It was the Dragons second straight trip to the Class 1 semifinals.

Mid-Buchanan will open its season Friday on the road at Princeton as the kick off is set for 7:00 p.m.

<a href="https://anchor.fm/dave-riggert21/episodes/Aaron-Fritz---Mid-Buchanan-football-coach-eio7p4">CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO MID-BUCHANAN FOOTBALL COACH AARON FRITZ</a>Dave Riggert had a conversation with Mid-Buchanan head football coach Aaron Fritz to preview the 2020 season.&nbsp; Fritz begins his sixth season in charge of the Dragons and expectations are extremely high for his team.Mid-Buch returns as many as eight starters on each side of the ball after their 12-2 season last year when they went 12-2.&nbsp; It was the Dragons second straight trip to the Class 1 semifinals.Mid-Buchanan will open its season Friday on the road at Princeton as the kick off is set for 7:00 p.m.

Mid-Buchanan, Fritz excited to try and meet high expectations

<a href="https://anchor.fm/dave-riggert21/episodes/Chuck-Davis---Bishop-LeBlond-football-coach-eip2l6">CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO LEBLOND FOOTBALL COACH CHUCK DAVIS</a>

Dave Riggert was able to interview Bishop LeBlond head football coach Chuck Davis to preview the 2020 season for the Golden Eagles.&nbsp; Davis, who is a LeBlond graduate, begins his first season as&nbsp; head coach after being an assistant a year ago.

Bishop LeBlond made the transition to 8-man football last season and went 2-7.&nbsp; Davis and the Eagles will begin year two of 8-man on Friday when they travel to Pattonsburg to open their season at 7:00 p.m.

<a href="https://anchor.fm/dave-riggert21/episodes/Chuck-Davis---Bishop-LeBlond-football-coach-eip2l6">CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO LEBLOND FOOTBALL COACH CHUCK DAVIS</a>Dave Riggert was able to interview Bishop LeBlond head football coach Chuck Davis to preview the 2020 season for the Golden Eagles.&nbsp; Davis, who is a LeBlond graduate, begins his first season as&nbsp; head coach after being an assistant a year ago.Bishop LeBlond made the transition to 8-man football last season and went 2-7.&nbsp; Davis and the Eagles will begin year two of 8-man on Friday when they travel to Pattonsburg to open their season at 7:00 p.m.

LeBlond grad Davis set to guide Eagles into year 2 of 8-man football

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Dave Riggert talked with Benton head football coach Kevin Keeton to preview the 2020 season for the Cardinals.&nbsp; Keeton begins his third season on the Southside as his team will try and bounce back from a 2-9 season last year.

Benton will open the season on Friday at Lincoln Prep at 7:00 p.m.

<a href="https://anchor.fm/dave-riggert21/episodes/Kevin-Keeton---Benton-football-coach-eio7n1">CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO BENTON FOOTBALL COACH KEVIN KEETON</a>Dave Riggert talked with Benton head football coach Kevin Keeton to preview the 2020 season for the Cardinals.&nbsp; Keeton begins his third season on the Southside as his team will try and bounce back from a 2-9 season last year.Benton will open the season on Friday at Lincoln Prep at 7:00 p.m.

Benton's Keeton ready to show improvement in year three

ST. JOSEPH, MO. – Missouri Western State University vice president of intercollegiate athletics Dr. Josh Looney has announced the hiring of Damian Macias as the fourth head soccer coach in MWSU history. 

Macias will come to the Griffons after a three-year stint as an assistant at the University of North Dakota, an NCAA Division 1 institution.   He was elevated to associate head coach in 2019.   During his coaching tenure in Grand Forks, the Fighting Hawks posted their three most successful seasons as a Division 1 member. 

"First and foremost - we have found a great human being," Looney said.  "His positivity, drive and values are through the roof, which makes Damian a perfect fit for our culture.  We take a lot of stock in someone who is building something.  What Damian and the staff have accomplished at North Dakota is impressive and very similar to the trajectory the soccer program has taken here at Missouri Western."

"I would personally like to thank Dr. Josh Looney for giving me this exciting opportunity to be a part of the Missouri Western State University soccer program," Macias said.  "I am very impressed with the overwhelming sense of community within the athletic department, around campus, and throughout the community.  The facilities and academics at MWSU are first class. I am excited to get started and build on the foundation and traditions Chad Edwards established.  I would like to thank the University of North Dakota, Bill Chaves, Chris Logan and all of the athletes that I've shared the last three years with.  The wonderful environment has helped me grow personally and professionally.

Missouri Western will mark Macias' first opportunity as a collegiate head coach, but his coaching experience spans more than two decades at multiple levels – including high school, club and all three NCAA divisions (I, II and III).  Prior to his tenure at North Dakota, Macias spent two year with the prestigious St. Louis Scott Gallagher Soccer Club, serving as premier director for both boys and girls programs. 

As a military spouse, Damian is well traveled, with global experience coaching soccer in Germany and Japan.

"Damian's vast experience has provided him with a unique blend of soccer knowledge that we believe will be very beneficial to our student-athletes," associate director of athletics for compliance and sport administration Eric Kramer said.  "We look forward to Damian continuing to raise the expectations and help build a championship-caliber soccer program at Missouri Western."   

Macias officially replaces Chad Edwards, who resigned in July after nine seasons of guiding the Griffons.  Aaron Avila was hired on July 23rd, but stepped down August 4th due to health concerns.

Macias earned his undergraduate degree in criminal justice from the University of Texas-San Antonio before completing his Masters of Science in sports management at Liberty University in 2014.  Most recently, he earned a second Masters of Science degree in 2017 from Ohio University in recreation and sports sciences with an emphasis on soccer coaching. 

ST. JOSEPH, MO. – Missouri Western State University vice president of intercollegiate athletics Dr. Josh Looney has announced the hiring of Damian Macias as the fourth head soccer coach in MWSU history. Macias will come to the Griffons after a three-year stint as an assistant at the University of North Dakota, an NCAA Division 1 institution. He was elevated to associate head coach in 2019. During his coaching tenure in Grand Forks, the Fighting Hawks posted their three most successful seasons as a Division 1 member. "First and foremost - we have found a great human being," Looney said. "His positivity, drive and values are through the roof, which makes Damian a perfect fit for our culture. We take a lot of stock in someone who is building something. What Damian and the staff have accomplished at North Dakota is impressive and very similar to the trajectory the soccer program has taken here at Missouri Western.""I would personally like to thank Dr. Josh Looney for giving me this exciting opportunity to be a part of the Missouri Western State University soccer program," Macias said. "I am very impressed with the overwhelming sense of community within the athletic department, around campus, and throughout the community. The facilities and academics at MWSU are first class. I am excited to get started and build on the foundation and traditions Chad Edwards established. I would like to thank the University of North Dakota, Bill Chaves, Chris Logan and all of the athletes that I've shared the last three years with. The wonderful environment has helped me grow personally and professionally.Missouri Western will mark Macias' first opportunity as a collegiate head coach, but his coaching experience spans more than two decades at multiple levels – including high school, club and all three NCAA divisions (I, II and III). Prior to his tenure at North Dakota, Macias spent two year with the prestigious St. Louis Scott Gallagher Soccer Club, serving as premier director for both boys and girls programs. As a military spouse, Damian is well traveled, with global experience coaching soccer in Germany and Japan."Damian's vast experience has provided him with a unique blend of soccer knowledge that we believe will be very beneficial to our student-athletes," associate director of athletics for compliance and sport administration Eric Kramer said. "We look forward to Damian continuing to raise the expectations and help build a championship-caliber soccer program at Missouri Western." Macias officially replaces Chad Edwards, who resigned in July after nine seasons of guiding the Griffons. Aaron Avila was hired on July 23rd, but stepped down August 4th due to health concerns.Macias earned his undergraduate degree in criminal justice from the University of Texas-San Antonio before completing his Masters of Science in sports management at Liberty University in 2014. Most recently, he earned a second Masters of Science degree in 2017 from Ohio University in recreation and sports sciences with an emphasis on soccer coaching. --- MWSU Athletics ---

Missouri Western hires Damian Macias as new women's soccer coach

KANSAS CITY, MO (August 27, 2020) – The Kansas City Royals acquired infielder Lucius Fox from the Tampa Bay Rays Thursday in exchange for outfielder Brett Phillips. Fox will join the 40-man roster but be assigned to the Royals alternate site. Fox, 23, has been working at the Rays alternate site since July 18. The switch-hitter is a native of Nassau, Bahamas, but played his high school baseball at American Heritage in Delray Beach, FL, before returning to his native Nassau where he was an International free agent signee by the San Francisco Giants on July 2, 2015.&nbsp; He was traded to Tampa Bay on August 1, 2016 with infielder Matt Duffy and right-handed pitcher Michael Santos in exchange for left-handed pitcher Matt Moore. Fox, 6-1, 185 lbs., spent the majority of 2019 with Montgomery (AA) in the Rays chain, though he did play in 15 games for Durham (AAA) during the middle part of the season. While with Montgomery, the speedster swiped a Southern League leading 37 bases, and posted a .340 on-base pct., while hitting .230 in 104 games. He has accumulated 123 thefts during his four-year minor league career. Phillips, 26, was hitting .226 (7-for-31) in 18 games for the Royals this season. He was in his third season with Kansas City after being acquired at the trade deadline in 2018 from Milwaukee with Jorge Lopez in exchange for Mike Moustakas. --- Royals Press Release ---

KANSAS CITY, MO (August 27, 2020) – The Kansas City Royals acquired infielder Lucius Fox from the Tampa Bay Rays Thursday in exchange for outfielder Brett Phillips. Fox will join the 40-man roster but be assigned to the Royals alternate site. Fox, 23, has been working at the Rays alternate site since July 18. The switch-hitter is a native of Nassau, Bahamas, but played his high school baseball at American Heritage in Delray Beach, FL, before returning to his native Nassau where he was an International free agent signee by the San Francisco Giants on July 2, 2015.&nbsp; He was traded to Tampa Bay on August 1, 2016 with infielder Matt Duffy and right-handed pitcher Michael Santos in exchange for left-handed pitcher Matt Moore. Fox, 6-1, 185 lbs., spent the majority of 2019 with Montgomery (AA) in the Rays chain, though he did play in 15 games for Durham (AAA) during the middle part of the season. While with Montgomery, the speedster swiped a Southern League leading 37 bases, and posted a .340 on-base pct., while hitting .230 in 104 games. He has accumulated 123 thefts during his four-year minor league career. Phillips, 26, was hitting .226 (7-for-31) in 18 games for the Royals this season. He was in his third season with Kansas City after being acquired at the trade deadline in 2018 from Milwaukee with Jorge Lopez in exchange for Mike Moustakas. --- Royals Press Release ---

Royals acquire INF Lucius Fox from Tampa Bay for Brett Phillips 

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (August 27, 2020) -&nbsp;The MIAA announced it will create a Conference Community Culture Task Force and will begin work immediately.&nbsp;The MIAA office is currently accepting self-nominations from student-athletes, coaches, administrators, and faculty members to construct the representatives of the group. The newly formed task force will be an advisory group to the conference office, focused on the goals in the new MIAA strategic plan, which are noted below. The group will be asked to interact directly with coaches and student-athletes regarding important issues and initiatives within the conference. Any recommendations from the Task Force will need approval by the MIAA Institutional Representatives Council (IRC) and the MIAA CEO Council, as the Association's primary policy groups. The MIAA’s Strategic Plan states that the Association asserts the value of equitable participation and treatment of men and women in intercollegiate athletics through its structure, programs, legislation, and policies.&nbsp; MIAA members also strive to conduct events within a respectful, welcoming, and family-friendly environment. OUR MIAA GOALS Goal 1:&nbsp;The MIAA will explore ways to celebrate its diversity and identify resources for member institutions to enhance diversity and inclusion in intercollegiate athletics. Goal 2:&nbsp;The MIAA will identify strategies to create first-class, family-friendly events that reflect our values as an Association. To see the full MIAA Strategic Plan,&nbsp;<a href="https://themiaa.com/services/go.ashx/d7fd3b82-f2e5-4d3a-88fe-df76c1334239?elinkdata=149611" target="_blank">click here.</a>

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (August 27, 2020) -&nbsp;The MIAA announced it will create a Conference Community Culture Task Force and will begin work immediately.&nbsp;The MIAA office is currently accepting self-nominations from student-athletes, coaches, administrators, and faculty members to construct the representatives of the group. The newly formed task force will be an advisory group to the conference office, focused on the goals in the new MIAA strategic plan, which are noted below. The group will be asked to interact directly with coaches and student-athletes regarding important issues and initiatives within the conference. Any recommendations from the Task Force will need approval by the MIAA Institutional Representatives Council (IRC) and the MIAA CEO Council, as the Association's primary policy groups. The MIAA’s Strategic Plan states that the Association asserts the value of equitable participation and treatment of men and women in intercollegiate athletics through its structure, programs, legislation, and policies.&nbsp; MIAA members also strive to conduct events within a respectful, welcoming, and family-friendly environment. OUR MIAA GOALS Goal 1:&nbsp;The MIAA will explore ways to celebrate its diversity and identify resources for member institutions to enhance diversity and inclusion in intercollegiate athletics. Goal 2:&nbsp;The MIAA will identify strategies to create first-class, family-friendly events that reflect our values as an Association. To see the full MIAA Strategic Plan,&nbsp;<a href="https://themiaa.com/services/go.ashx/d7fd3b82-f2e5-4d3a-88fe-df76c1334239?elinkdata=149611" target="_blank">click here.</a>--- MIAA Press Release ---

MIAA to create Conference Community Culture Task Force

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Dave Riggert had a chance to talk with East Buchanan head football coach Dan Ritter to preview the 2020 season.&nbsp; Ritter begins his first season with the Bulldogs after being an assistant coach at Mid-Buchanan and Central.

Ritter graduated from Central High School and played football at Missouri Western before getting into coaching.&nbsp; He takes over for Kevin Bryan, who retired at the end of last season after 12 years at East Buchanan.

Ritter takes over a Bulldog team that went 4-7 last season and they were 2-5 in the MEC.&nbsp; East Buchanan opens the season at home Friday at 7:00 p.m. against South Harrison.

<a href="https://anchor.fm/dave-riggert21/episodes/Dan-Ritter---East-Buchanan-Football-Coach-eio436">CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO EAST BUCHANAN FOOTBALL COACH DAN RITTER</a>Dave Riggert had a chance to talk with East Buchanan head football coach Dan Ritter to preview the 2020 season.&nbsp; Ritter begins his first season with the Bulldogs after being an assistant coach at Mid-Buchanan and Central.Ritter graduated from Central High School and played football at Missouri Western before getting into coaching.&nbsp; He takes over for Kevin Bryan, who retired at the end of last season after 12 years at East Buchanan.Ritter takes over a Bulldog team that went 4-7 last season and they were 2-5 in the MEC.&nbsp; East Buchanan opens the season at home Friday at 7:00 p.m. against South Harrison.

Dan Ritter era begins Friday for East Buchanan football

The Northwest Missouri State University Department of
Athletics has entered into a partnership with Athlete Network to provide social
media engagement, participation and stewardship for current student-athletes
and Bearcat alumni. 
&nbsp; 
Bearcat athletics asks that all former and current student-athletes create an
account on the OABABB Network to
bolster our database and check out the platform.&nbsp; 
&nbsp; 
<a href="https://www.athletenetwork.com/cn/bearcatsports/landing">https://www.athletenetwork.com/cn/bearcatsports/landing</a>&nbsp;&nbsp; 
&nbsp; 
Founded by former college athletes, Athlete Network is the No. 1 engagement
platform for current and alumni athletes. With the mission of helping athletes
advance after their playing days through community, internships, and careers,
Athlete Network partners with companies and graduate schools to connect them
more efficiently with this elite network of athletes that positively impact
their goals and naturally fit into their organization's culture. 
&nbsp; 
Athlete Network provides a branded software solution to organize, promote, and
track the programs and services offered to both current and former
student-athletes. It will enhance the student-athlete experience and create
life-long relationships between athletic departments and their athletes. The
goal of Athlete Network is simple, keep athletes competing by uniting them in
an ecosystem built by athletes for athletes through connections, resources,
mentoring, and careers. 
&nbsp; 
"I'm really proud of this partnership with Athlete Network and what it can
do for us," Northwest Director of Athletics Andy Peterson said.
"Their expertise and platform allow us to reach out and connect with
former Bearcat student-athletes in ways we have not been able to do before. It
operates more like a social media platform in that our alumni can be as
involved as they want to be and seek out as much information about their
program without us force feeding everything. The opportunities for engagement,
development, branding, communications and interaction is exciting for all of
our programs. I hope that all of our alumni can join and be a part of the OABAAB Network so we can let them know
what is going on in Bearcat Nation on their own terms."

The Northwest Missouri State University Department of
Athletics has entered into a partnership with Athlete Network to provide social
media engagement, participation and stewardship for current student-athletes
and Bearcat alumni. 
&nbsp; 
Bearcat athletics asks that all former and current student-athletes create an
account on the OABABB Network to
bolster our database and check out the platform.&nbsp; 
&nbsp; 
<a href="https://www.athletenetwork.com/cn/bearcatsports/landing">https://www.athletenetwork.com/cn/bearcatsports/landing</a>&nbsp;&nbsp; 
&nbsp; 
Founded by former college athletes, Athlete Network is the No. 1 engagement
platform for current and alumni athletes. With the mission of helping athletes
advance after their playing days through community, internships, and careers,
Athlete Network partners with companies and graduate schools to connect them
more efficiently with this elite network of athletes that positively impact
their goals and naturally fit into their organization's culture. 
&nbsp; 
Athlete Network provides a branded software solution to organize, promote, and
track the programs and services offered to both current and former
student-athletes. It will enhance the student-athlete experience and create
life-long relationships between athletic departments and their athletes. The
goal of Athlete Network is simple, keep athletes competing by uniting them in
an ecosystem built by athletes for athletes through connections, resources,
mentoring, and careers. 
&nbsp; 
"I'm really proud of this partnership with Athlete Network and what it can
do for us," Northwest Director of Athletics Andy Peterson said.
"Their expertise and platform allow us to reach out and connect with
former Bearcat student-athletes in ways we have not been able to do before. It
operates more like a social media platform in that our alumni can be as
involved as they want to be and seek out as much information about their
program without us force feeding everything. The opportunities for engagement,
development, branding, communications and interaction is exciting for all of
our programs. I hope that all of our alumni can join and be a part of the OABAAB Network so we can let them know
what is going on in Bearcat Nation on their own terms."

Northwest Missouri State begins new partnership with Athlete Network

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Dave Riggert had a chance to catch up with Lafayette head football coach Eric McDowell as he previews the 2020 season for the Fighting Irish.&nbsp; McDowell enters his third season as head coach at LHS.

Lafayette went 5-5 last season and they'll open their season Friday at Harrisonville.&nbsp; The Irish were scheduled to play Carnahan High School from St. Louis in week one, but Carnahan wasn't able to play the game due to their COVID-19 regulations.&nbsp; Lafayette then had to search for a new opponent and they found Harrisonville in a similar situation so they were able to finalize a deal on Sunday.

The Fighting Irish will kick off at Harrisonville Friday at 7:00 p.m.

<a href="https://anchor.fm/dave-riggert21/episodes/Eric-McDowell---Lafayette-Football-Coach-ein3ke">CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO LAFAYETTE FOOTBALL COACH ERIC MCDOWELL</a>Dave Riggert had a chance to catch up with Lafayette head football coach Eric McDowell as he previews the 2020 season for the Fighting Irish.&nbsp; McDowell enters his third season as head coach at LHS.Lafayette went 5-5 last season and they'll open their season Friday at Harrisonville.&nbsp; The Irish were scheduled to play Carnahan High School from St. Louis in week one, but Carnahan wasn't able to play the game due to their COVID-19 regulations.&nbsp; Lafayette then had to search for a new opponent and they found Harrisonville in a similar situation so they were able to finalize a deal on Sunday.The Fighting Irish will kick off at Harrisonville Friday at 7:00 p.m.

Lafayette's McDowell has big expectations for 2020 season

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Dave Riggert sat down with Central head football coach Regi Trotter as he enters his third year in charge of the Indians.

Central struggled with injuries last season and played a lot of freshmen and sophomores as they went 0-10.&nbsp; The Indians will begin their 2020 season on Friday as they entertain Ruskin at Noyes Field at 7:00 p.m.

<a href="https://anchor.fm/dave-riggert21/episodes/Regi-Trotter---Central-HS-Football-Coach-ein35k">CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO CENTRAL FOOTBALL COACH REGI TROTTER</a>Dave Riggert sat down with Central head football coach Regi Trotter as he enters his third year in charge of the Indians.Central struggled with injuries last season and played a lot of freshmen and sophomores as they went 0-10.&nbsp; The Indians will begin their 2020 season on Friday as they entertain Ruskin at Noyes Field at 7:00 p.m.

Central's Trotter expects Indians to bounce back in 2020

ST. LOUIS -- Kolten Wong drew a bases-loaded walk to cap off a four-run rally in the ninth inning that lifted the St. Louis Cardinals over the Kansas City Royals 6-5 on Wednesday night.

Tyler O'Neill tied the game at 5 with a two-out, two-run single with the bases loaded off the glove of third baseman Maikel Franco.

Wong coaxed a five-pitch walk off Randy Rosario (0-1)

Ryan McBroom and Cam Gallagher homered for Kansas City, which has lost 13 of its last 17 to its cross-state rival.

St. Louis outfielder Dexter Fowler and pitcher Jack Flaherty opted to sit out the game in solidarity with other players around the league in protest of the shooting in Kenosha, Wiscoinsin. Jacob Blake, a Black man, was shot multiple times by police Sunday. Three major league games were postponed Wednesday in decisions driven by players.

Fowler was originally in the starting lineup, but decided not to play right before the game. Team management issued a statement in support of both players.

Dylan Carlson tied it at 2 with an RBI double in the fourth. He also added a key hit in the ninth inning.

St. Louis starter Dakota Hudson allowed two runs on three hits over six innings. He retired the last 10 batters he faced.

Kansas City starter Jakob Junis gave up two runs and four hits over 3 2/3 innings in first start since Aug. 7. He struck out six and walked one.

Junis had been slowed by back spasms and came off the 10-day injury list prior to the contest.

Royals: Sent RHP Chance Adams to their alternate camp to make room for Junis.

Cardinals: RHP Carlos Martinez will pitch to teammates at the Cardinals alternate site in Springfield, Missouri on Friday. He has missed the last 15 games.

Royals: LHP Danny Duffy (2-2, 3.99) will face Chicago White Sox RHP Reynaldo Lopez (0-1, 13.50) in the first of a three-game series on Friday in Chicago. Duffy was pushed back a couple days after suffering left elbow fatigue in his last start against Minnesota.

Cardinals: LHP Kwang Hyun Kim (1-0, 1.69) will start against Pittsburgh RHP Chad Kuhl (1-1, 2.84) in the first game of a doubleheader in St. Louis.

RHP Johan Oviedo (0-0, 3.60) will start the second game.for St. Louis. Pittsburgh has yet to name a starter.

Associated PressST. LOUIS -- Kolten Wong drew a bases-loaded walk to cap off a four-run rally in the ninth inning that lifted the St. Louis Cardinals over the Kansas City Royals 6-5 on Wednesday night.Tyler O'Neill tied the game at 5 with a two-out, two-run single with the bases loaded off the glove of third baseman Maikel Franco.Wong coaxed a five-pitch walk off Randy Rosario (0-1)Alex Reyes (1-0) got the win.Ryan McBroom and Cam Gallagher homered for Kansas City, which has lost 13 of its last 17 to its cross-state rival.St. Louis outfielder Dexter Fowler and pitcher Jack Flaherty opted to sit out the game in solidarity with other players around the league in protest of the shooting in Kenosha, Wiscoinsin. Jacob Blake, a Black man, was shot multiple times by police Sunday. Three major league games were postponed Wednesday in decisions driven by players.Fowler was originally in the starting lineup, but decided not to play right before the game. Team management issued a statement in support of both players.Dylan Carlson tied it at 2 with an RBI double in the fourth. He also added a key hit in the ninth inning.St. Louis starter Dakota Hudson allowed two runs on three hits over six innings. He retired the last 10 batters he faced.Kansas City starter Jakob Junis gave up two runs and four hits over 3 2/3 innings in first start since Aug. 7. He struck out six and walked one.Junis had been slowed by back spasms and came off the 10-day injury list prior to the contest.TRAINER'S ROOMRoyals: Sent RHP Chance Adams to their alternate camp to make room for Junis.Cardinals: RHP Carlos Martinez will pitch to teammates at the Cardinals alternate site in Springfield, Missouri on Friday. He has missed the last 15 games.UP NEXTRoyals: LHP Danny Duffy (2-2, 3.99) will face Chicago White Sox RHP Reynaldo Lopez (0-1, 13.50) in the first of a three-game series on Friday in Chicago. Duffy was pushed back a couple days after suffering left elbow fatigue in his last start against Minnesota.Cardinals: LHP Kwang Hyun Kim (1-0, 1.69) will start against Pittsburgh RHP Chad Kuhl (1-1, 2.84) in the first game of a doubleheader in St. Louis.RHP Johan Oviedo (0-0, 3.60) will start the second game.for St. Louis. Pittsburgh has yet to name a starter.

Royals blow 3-run lead in the ninth inning, lose at St. Louis 6-5

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — All three NBA playoff games scheduled for Wednesday have been postponed, with players around the league choosing to boycott in their strongest statement yet against racial injustice. 

Called off: Games between Milwaukee and Orlando, Houston and Oklahoma City and the Los Angeles Lakers and Portland. The NBA said all three games would be rescheduled, yet did not say when. The dramatic series of moves began when the Bucks — the NBA’s team from Wisconsin, a state rocked in recent days by the shooting by police officers of Jacob Blake, a Black man — didn’t take the floor for their game against the Magic.

&nbsp;Former Kansas Jayhawk Frank Mason, is a member of the Bucks.&nbsp;

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — NBA players made their strongest statement yet against racial injustice when the Milwaukee Bucks didn’t take the floor for their scheduled playoff game against the Orlando Magic. 

The teams were set to begin Game 5 of their series shortly after 4 p.m. EST, with the Bucks needing a win to advance to the second round. Players had been discussing boycotting games in the bubble after the shooting of Jacob Blake, a Black man, by police in Kenosha, Wisconsin. 

More discussions were expected Wednesday, but even before that the Bucks apparently decided they would act. Magic players and referees were on the floor for the game but Milwaukee never took the floor.&nbsp; Former Kansas Jayhawk Frank Mason, is a member of the Bucks.&nbsp;

Following the Bucks decision, the other two playoff games Houston vs. Oklahoma City and Los Angeles vs. Portland have been postponed, according to the NBA.

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — All three NBA playoff games scheduled for Wednesday have been postponed, with players around the league choosing to boycott in their strongest statement yet against racial injustice. <div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">&quot;It is a great challenge to have an appreciation and a desire to want change. To want something different and better in Kenosha, Milwaukee and Wisconsin and then to go out and play a game.&quot; <a href="https://t.co/BCmHZdFf1P">pic.twitter.com/BCmHZdFf1P</a>&mdash; Milwaukee Bucks (@Bucks) <a href="https://twitter.com/Bucks/status/1298706183499513859?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 26, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>Called off: Games between Milwaukee and Orlando, Houston and Oklahoma City and the Los Angeles Lakers and Portland. The NBA said all three games would be rescheduled, yet did not say when. The dramatic series of moves began when the Bucks — the NBA’s team from Wisconsin, a state rocked in recent days by the shooting by police officers of Jacob Blake, a Black man — didn’t take the floor for their game against the Magic.&nbsp;Former Kansas Jayhawk Frank Mason, is a member of the Bucks.&nbsp;LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — NBA players made their strongest statement yet against racial injustice when the Milwaukee Bucks didn’t take the floor for their scheduled playoff game against the Orlando Magic. The teams were set to begin Game 5 of their series shortly after 4 p.m. EST, with the Bucks needing a win to advance to the second round. Players had been discussing boycotting games in the bubble after the shooting of Jacob Blake, a Black man, by police in Kenosha, Wisconsin. More discussions were expected Wednesday, but even before that the Bucks apparently decided they would act. Magic players and referees were on the floor for the game but Milwaukee never took the floor.&nbsp; Former Kansas Jayhawk Frank Mason, is a member of the Bucks.&nbsp;<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">The NBA and the NBPA today announced that in light of the Milwaukee Bucks’ decision to not take the floor today for Game 5 against the Orlando Magic, today’s three games – MIL-ORL, HOU-OKC and LAL-POR have been postponed. Game 5 of each series will be rescheduled.&mdash; NBA (@NBA) <a href="https://twitter.com/NBA/status/1298729514403594240?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 26, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>Following the Bucks decision, the other two playoff games Houston vs. Oklahoma City and Los Angeles vs. Portland have been postponed, according to the NBA.

Boycott: NBA playoff games called off amid player protest

<a href="https://anchor.fm/dave-riggert21/episodes/Troy-Schenk---St--Joseph-Christian-Football-Coach-ein30v">CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO SJCS FOOTBALL COACH TROY SCHENK</a>

Dave Riggert had a chance to talk with St. Joseph Christian head football coach Troy Schenk as he enters his third year as the head coach of the Lions.

This will be the second year for Christian playing 11-man football after&nbsp; they were an 8-man contender for nearly 20 years, which included a state championship in 2006.&nbsp; SJCS co-oped with Northland Christian School last season and made the jump to the 11-man ranks, but did struggle in year one as they went 0-8.

St. Joseph Christian will open the 2020 season on Friday as they play host to Maysville at 7:00 p.m.

<a href="https://anchor.fm/dave-riggert21/episodes/Troy-Schenk---St--Joseph-Christian-Football-Coach-ein30v">CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO SJCS FOOTBALL COACH TROY SCHENK</a>Dave Riggert had a chance to talk with St. Joseph Christian head football coach Troy Schenk as he enters his third year as the head coach of the Lions.This will be the second year for Christian playing 11-man football after&nbsp; they were an 8-man contender for nearly 20 years, which included a state championship in 2006.&nbsp; SJCS co-oped with Northland Christian School last season and made the jump to the 11-man ranks, but did struggle in year one as they went 0-8.St. Joseph Christian will open the 2020 season on Friday as they play host to Maysville at 7:00 p.m.

St. Joe Christian's Schenk excited about year two of 11-man football

ST. LOUIS -- Ryan McBroom had two hits and drove in the winning run with a single in the eight inning, Ryan O'Hearn added a solo homer, and the Kansas City Royals beat the St. Louis Cardinals 5-4 on Tuesday night.

In the eighth, Hunter Dozier reached on an infield single to lead off. With two outs, McBroom singled to left, scoring Dozier for the winning run.

The Royals had lost six of their previous eight games before getting the victory. The Cardinals had won five of their previous seven games.

Josh Staumont (1-1) pitched one inning of relief to earn his first major league win. Trevor Rosenthal pitched the ninth, earning his seventh save in seven opportunities. Rosenthal gave up a one-out triple and then hit a batter before getting out of the jam.

In his six years with St. Louis, Rosenthal recorded 65 saves at Busch Stadium. The Cardinals were the only team Rosenthal had yet to face in his career.

St. Louis gambled in the eighth, sending Paul DeJong home on a double to left center by Yadier Molina, but DeJong was out easily at the plate.

O'Hearn, who also had two singles, tied the game 4-4 with a leadoff homer in the sixth off St. Louis starter Adam Wainwright. In his 320th career start, Wainwright went seven innings. It also marked the 268th time Wainwright and Molina were a starting battery. That puts the duo in seventh place, two games behind Montreal's Steve Rogers and Gary Carter.

The Cardinals chased Kansas City starter Matt Harvey with a four-run third inning. All the runs came home with two outs. Tommy Edman hit a ground-rule double to score two runs. Brad Miller and DeJong each added RBI singles.

The 31-year-old Harvey was making his second start for the Royals and lasted 2 2/3 innings. The former Mets right-hander, who had Tommy John surgery in 2015, has a 9.00 ERA covering 5 2/3 innings this season.

Kansas City led 2-0 after McBroom drove in a run on a fielder's choice in the second and O'Hearn singled home a run in the third. The Royals added a run in the fifth when Cam Gallagher scored on a throwing error by Edman on an infield single by Whit Merrifield to cut the lead to 4-3.

Associated PressST. LOUIS -- Ryan McBroom had two hits and drove in the winning run with a single in the eight inning, Ryan O'Hearn added a solo homer, and the Kansas City Royals beat the St. Louis Cardinals 5-4 on Tuesday night.In the eighth, Hunter Dozier reached on an infield single to lead off. With two outs, McBroom singled to left, scoring Dozier for the winning run.The Royals had lost six of their previous eight games before getting the victory. The Cardinals had won five of their previous seven games.Josh Staumont (1-1) pitched one inning of relief to earn his first major league win. Trevor Rosenthal pitched the ninth, earning his seventh save in seven opportunities. Rosenthal gave up a one-out triple and then hit a batter before getting out of the jam.In his six years with St. Louis, Rosenthal recorded 65 saves at Busch Stadium. The Cardinals were the only team Rosenthal had yet to face in his career.John Gant (0-1) took the loss.St. Louis gambled in the eighth, sending Paul DeJong home on a double to left center by Yadier Molina, but DeJong was out easily at the plate.O'Hearn, who also had two singles, tied the game 4-4 with a leadoff homer in the sixth off St. Louis starter Adam Wainwright. In his 320th career start, Wainwright went seven innings. It also marked the 268th time Wainwright and Molina were a starting battery. That puts the duo in seventh place, two games behind Montreal's Steve Rogers and Gary Carter.The Cardinals chased Kansas City starter Matt Harvey with a four-run third inning. All the runs came home with two outs. Tommy Edman hit a ground-rule double to score two runs. Brad Miller and DeJong each added RBI singles.The 31-year-old Harvey was making his second start for the Royals and lasted 2 2/3 innings. The former Mets right-hander, who had Tommy John surgery in 2015, has a 9.00 ERA covering 5 2/3 innings this season.Kansas City led 2-0 after McBroom drove in a run on a fielder's choice in the second and O'Hearn singled home a run in the third. The Royals added a run in the fifth when Cam Gallagher scored on a throwing error by Edman on an infield single by Whit Merrifield to cut the lead to 4-3.THESE SPIKES ARE MADE FOR WALKINGPaul Goldschmidt walked for a personal-best 10th conseuctive game. He then scored in the third on an infield single by DeJong.ROSTER MOVESThe Royals added RHP Jake Newberry on Tuesday. Rookie RHP Tyler Zuber was placed on the bereavement list following the death of his grandmother.TRAINER'S ROOMRoyals: LHP Danny Duffy will not make his scheduled start Wednesday because of left forearm fatigue.Cardinals: OF Austin Dean and OF Lane Thomas have been cleared to go to Springfield, Missouri, and take part in a rehab assignment at the alternate training site. They were the last two players of the 10 Cardinals placed on the COVID-19 injured list to clear MLB protocols.UP NEXTRoyals: RHP Jakob Junis (0-0, 4.00) is making his first start since Aug. 2 and his third start this season. The Royals will have to make a roster move prior to Wednesday's game to make room for Junis, who was eligible to come off the injured list (back spasms) on Sunday before they activate him.Cardinals: Dakota Hudson (0-2, 3.46) allowed just one hit and two walks over 4 2/3 scoreless innings against Cincinnati, while striking out six in his last outing. He made one career appearance in relief at Kansas City in 2018.

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