Mid-Missouri and National Sports
Royals fall to Angels
Mike Trout had his 21st multi-hit game, Jason Vargas pitched into the eighth inning and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Kansas City Royals 5-2 on Friday night to extend their winning streak to six games.
Friday's American League Capsules
Games played May 24, 2013
AMERICAN LEAGUE ROUNDUP: Anibal Sanchez took a no-hitter into the ninth inning before Minnesota’s Joe Mauer broke it up with a one-out single, and that was the only hit the Detroit right-hander allowed in the Tigers’ 6-0 victory over the Twins on Friday night.
Friday's National League Capsules
Games played May 24, 2013
NATIONAL LEAGUE ROUNDUP: Jordan Zimmermann became the National League’s first eight-game winner, and the Washington Nationals followed a calamitous road trip with a winning start to a homestand, beating the Philadelphia Phillies 5-2 Friday night.
Friday's Golf Capsules
Tournaments played May 24, 2013
GOLF ROUNDUP: Heather Bowie Young made five straight birdies while jumping from one side of the golf course to the other. Silvia Cavalleri was hitting the ball so well Friday she was sorry the Bahamas Classic was held on only 12 holes.
Lady Jays aiming for history
It would be special for the Jefferson City Lady Jays to advance to the Class 3 soccer Final Four. But Lady Jays coach Matt Stacey doesn’t think his team needs to do anything special today to get there. “We just need to keep playing the way we’ve been playing,” Stacey said as Jefferson City prepares to host the Nixa Lady Eagles in a quarterfinal contest at 5:30 p.m. today at the 179 Soccer Park.
Burkett overcomes injury, ready to defend in pole vault
Joey Burkett is hoping to save his best for the very last minute.
Area athletes aim for strong finish at state track
If the seeds are to be believed, there could be several state medals heading the way of area track and field athletes.
Lincoln in good shape after first day of DII championships
The Lincoln track and field teams did just what you’re ideally supposed to do on the first day of the national meet — advance.
Tied at Senior PGA
Haas, Waldorf share lead in St. Louis
ST. LOUIS — Jay Haas is familiar with Bellerive Country Club — and it showed in the first round of the Senior PGA Championship.
Manchester City tops Chelsea 4-3
Manchester City’s plane touched down late in the afternoon, just in time for the players to suit up. A few hours later, a team coming off bitter disappointment kept pushing until its rivals broke.
McCluster hurt hamstring
At Chiefs camp
KANSAS CITY — Chiefs wide receiver Dexter McCluster hurt his hamstring early in Thursday’s voluntary workout, while defensive back Neiko Thorpe and linebacker Mike Catapano also picked up minor injuries.
Angels hit four home runs, beat Royals 5-4
Mike Trout and Albert Pujols hit solo home runs, and Mark Trumbo hit a two-run shot to help the Los Angeles Angels beat the Kansas City Royals 5-4 Thursday night.
Chiefs sign another draft pick
Sanders Commings
KANSAS CITY — The Kansas City Chiefs have signed safety Sanders Commings, the fifth of their eight draft choices to agree to terms on a contract.
Area state track qualifiers
In Class 3 and 4
Here are the area qualifiers for the Missouri State High School Activities Association Class 3-4 Track and Field Championships, which will be held Friday and Saturday at Dwight T. Reed Stadium:
Thursday's American League Capsules
Games played May 23, 2013
AMERICAN LEAGUE ROUNDUP: Drew Stubbs and Mark Reynolds drove in three runs each and Cleveland had 16 hits in the Indians’ 12-3 win over the Boston Red Sox in manager Terry Francona’s return to Fenway Park on Thursday night.
Thursday's NHL Playoff Capsules
Games played May 23, 2013
NHL ROUNDUP: Jakub Kindl scored on a power play in the second period, Daniel Cleary had an empty-net goal and Jimmy Howard made 27 saves to help the Detroit Red Wings hold on for a 2-0 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks on Thursday night.
Thursday's Golf Capsules
Tournaments played May 23, 2013
GOLF ROUNDUP: Colonial member Ryan Palmer shot an 8-under 62 on Thursday to match the first-round record at Hogan’s Alley and take a one-stroke lead over John Rollins.
McCutchen, Pirates beat Cubs for 4th straight win
It was hard to tell whether the Pittsburgh Pirates were heading on a road trip or getting ready for a Stanley Cup playoff game after beating the Chicago Cubs 4-2 on Thursday for their fourth straight win.
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