DODGE CITY – The No. 14-ranked and top-seeded Hutchinson Community College softball team tied the program's all-time record for wins in a season on Friday in a Region VI Tournament opening-round victory over Pratt at Legends Park.

The top five batters in Hutchinson's order combined to go 11 for 17 with 13 RBIs as the Blue Dragons run-ruled eighth-seeded Pratt 15-4 in the opening game of the tournament.

The Blue Dragons will play fourth-seeded Barton in a winner's bracket semifinal on Field 4 at Noon on Saturday. The Blue Dragons will play a second game on Saturday, either at 2 p.m. or 4 p.m. on Field 4.

Now 42-6 after Friday's victory, the Blue Dragons tie the 1987 Blue Dragons for the program's all-time season record for wins. The 2023 Blue Dragons are just the fourth team in Blue Dragon program history to reach the 40-win plateau, the third time under head coach Jaime Rose.

The Blue Dragons extended their season-high winning streak to 13 games.

Blue Dragon freshman third baseman&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/sball/2022-23/bios/sandoval_olivia_qojo">Olivia Sandoval</a>&nbsp;broke a single-season Blue Dragon record for doubles. With two doubles on Friday, Sandoval now has 22 doubles and moved past Stephanie Balthazor (2007) and Kelcee Thompson (2016) for that season record.

Hutchinson broke the game open with a seven-run second inning and put the game away with a five-run fourth inning. The Blue Dragons out-hit Pratt 13-7.

Sophomore&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/sball/2022-23/bios/goetz_aspen_qe50">Aspen Goetz</a>&nbsp;drove in four runs – she now has a total of 94 for the season – going 2 for 4 with a double. Goetz had an RBI single in the first inning and had a three-run double in the second. Now with 78 hits for the season, Goetz ranks No. 3 on the single-season hits list.

Sophomore&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/sball/2022-23/bios/grimes_madison_371p">Madison Grimes</a>&nbsp;went 2 for 3 with a double, triple and three RBIs. She also drove in a run with a bases-loaded walk in the second. Grimes now has 211 career hits.

Sandoval was 2 for 4 with two doubles, three runs scored and two RBIs. Now with 73 hits, Sandoval is fourth on the Dragon single-season hits list.

Sophomore&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/sball/2022-23/bios/dougherty_ella_9103">Ella Dougherty</a>&nbsp;went 2 for 3 with a double, three RBIs and three runs. She had an RBI single in the second and a two-run double in the fourth. Now with 130 career hits, Dougherty tied Jenn Tanno (2006-07) for third on the career hits list.

Freshman&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/sball/2022-23/bios/mastin_alexis_xhvz">Alexis Mastin</a>&nbsp;went 2 for 3 with two doubles and an RBI.

Sophomore pitcher&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/sball/2022-23/bios/weitze_kiersten_naju">Kierstan Weitze</a>&nbsp;earned her 10th win of the season and 19th of her career with 1 2-3 innings of relief work. She allowed two hits and two runs with three strikeouts. Weitze is now seventh on the career pitching wins list.

<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/sball/2022-23/bios/blakesley_delaney_sqgd">Delaney Blakesley</a>&nbsp;went 2 1-3 innings in her first postseason start. She allowed four hits and two earned runs with two strikeouts.&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/sball/2022-23/bios/wertz_riley_hm55">Riley Wertz</a>&nbsp;pitched a scoreless fifth inning with two strikeouts to close out the game in the fifth inning.

Region VI Tournament – No. 1 Hutchinson vs. No. 4 Barton

When: Saturday, May 6, 2023 Where: Legends Park, Dodge City Round: Winner's Bracket Semifinal Time: Noon Field: No. 4 Next Game if a win: 4 p.m. Saturday (Field 4) Next Game if a loss: 2 p.m. Saturday (Field 4) Video:&nbsp;<a href="https://kjccc.org/sports-network">KJCCC Network (PPV), Noon</a> <a href="https://goconqs.com/sports/2023/4/21/region-vi-softball-tournament.aspx" target="_blank">REGION VI TOURNAMENT INFORMATION</a>

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1683366632682.jpeg" alt="Shortstop Madison Grimes turns a pivot at second in No. 14 Hutchinson's 15-4 run-rule victory over Pratt in the opening round of the Region VI Tournament on Friday in Dodge City. (Steve Carpenter/Blue Dragon Sports Information) " />
 <figcaption>Shortstop Madison Grimes turns a pivot at second in No. 14 Hutchinson's 15-4 run-rule victory over Pratt in the opening round of the Region VI Tournament on Friday in Dodge City. (Steve Carpenter/Blue Dragon Sports Information) </figcaption>
 </figure>Hutchinson CC Sports InformationDODGE CITY – The No. 14-ranked and top-seeded Hutchinson Community College softball team tied the program's all-time record for wins in a season on Friday in a Region VI Tournament opening-round victory over Pratt at Legends Park.The top five batters in Hutchinson's order combined to go 11 for 17 with 13 RBIs as the Blue Dragons run-ruled eighth-seeded Pratt 15-4 in the opening game of the tournament.The Blue Dragons will play fourth-seeded Barton in a winner's bracket semifinal on Field 4 at Noon on Saturday. The Blue Dragons will play a second game on Saturday, either at 2 p.m. or 4 p.m. on Field 4.Now 42-6 after Friday's victory, the Blue Dragons tie the 1987 Blue Dragons for the program's all-time season record for wins. The 2023 Blue Dragons are just the fourth team in Blue Dragon program history to reach the 40-win plateau, the third time under head coach Jaime Rose.The Blue Dragons extended their season-high winning streak to 13 games.Blue Dragon freshman third baseman&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/sball/2022-23/bios/sandoval_olivia_qojo">Olivia Sandoval</a>&nbsp;broke a single-season Blue Dragon record for doubles. With two doubles on Friday, Sandoval now has 22 doubles and moved past Stephanie Balthazor (2007) and Kelcee Thompson (2016) for that season record.Hutchinson broke the game open with a seven-run second inning and put the game away with a five-run fourth inning. The Blue Dragons out-hit Pratt 13-7.Sophomore&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/sball/2022-23/bios/goetz_aspen_qe50">Aspen Goetz</a>&nbsp;drove in four runs – she now has a total of 94 for the season – going 2 for 4 with a double. Goetz had an RBI single in the first inning and had a three-run double in the second. Now with 78 hits for the season, Goetz ranks No. 3 on the single-season hits list.Sophomore&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/sball/2022-23/bios/grimes_madison_371p">Madison Grimes</a>&nbsp;went 2 for 3 with a double, triple and three RBIs. She also drove in a run with a bases-loaded walk in the second. Grimes now has 211 career hits.Sandoval was 2 for 4 with two doubles, three runs scored and two RBIs. Now with 73 hits, Sandoval is fourth on the Dragon single-season hits list.Sophomore&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/sball/2022-23/bios/dougherty_ella_9103">Ella Dougherty</a>&nbsp;went 2 for 3 with a double, three RBIs and three runs. She had an RBI single in the second and a two-run double in the fourth. Now with 130 career hits, Dougherty tied Jenn Tanno (2006-07) for third on the career hits list.Freshman&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/sball/2022-23/bios/mastin_alexis_xhvz">Alexis Mastin</a>&nbsp;went 2 for 3 with two doubles and an RBI.Sophomore pitcher&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/sball/2022-23/bios/weitze_kiersten_naju">Kierstan Weitze</a>&nbsp;earned her 10th win of the season and 19th of her career with 1 2-3 innings of relief work. She allowed two hits and two runs with three strikeouts. Weitze is now seventh on the career pitching wins list.<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/sball/2022-23/bios/blakesley_delaney_sqgd">Delaney Blakesley</a>&nbsp;went 2 1-3 innings in her first postseason start. She allowed four hits and two earned runs with two strikeouts.&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/sball/2022-23/bios/wertz_riley_hm55">Riley Wertz</a>&nbsp;pitched a scoreless fifth inning with two strikeouts to close out the game in the fifth inning.<h2>Region VI Tournament – No. 1 Hutchinson vs. No. 4 Barton</h2>When: Saturday, May 6, 2023 Where: Legends Park, Dodge City Round: Winner's Bracket Semifinal Time: Noon Field: No. 4 Next Game if a win: 4 p.m. Saturday (Field 4) Next Game if a loss: 2 p.m. Saturday (Field 4) Video:&nbsp;<a href="https://kjccc.org/sports-network">KJCCC Network (PPV), Noon</a> <a href="https://goconqs.com/sports/2023/4/21/region-vi-softball-tournament.aspx" target="_blank">REGION VI TOURNAMENT INFORMATION</a><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

🥎 Blue Dragons tie wins record in Region VI opener

LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — All-American forward Hunter Dickinson, arguably the top player in the transfer portal after deciding to leave Michigan, said in a social media post Thursday that he was headed to Kansas for the upcoming season.

Dickinson chose the Jayhawks after visits to Villanova, Kentucky, Maryland and Georgetown.

The 7-foot-1 center led the Wolverines to a No. 1 seed in the NCAA Tournament and a trip to the Elite Eight as a freshman during the 2020-21 season. Dickinson averaged 18.6 points in helping them reach the Sweet 16 two years ago and 18.5 points and a career-best 9.0 rebounds last season, when he was voted an honorable mention All-American.

“The initial decision for me to enter the portal was the hardest decision I’ve ever had to make,” Dickinson said in confirming Wednesday night that he would not return to Michigan, which had been a possibility. “The thought of potentially leaving the place I love and called home for three years was and is extraordinarily difficult to process. After conversations with my family and a lot of time in thought, I realized entering the portal was the best decision for myself and my future."

Dickinson had been quiet throughout his closely watched recruitment, though he did say on the “RoundBall” podcast this week that deciding where he would play next season had been weighing heavily on him.

“If I knew where I was going, I would have happily made the decision sooner,” he said. “I really am struggling trying to pick a school. The good thing about all this is, all my options, I feel like if I went there, I would succeed. But it’s just trying to figure out which one out of them is the best and the one I’m most comfortable at, stuff like that.”

With him in the fold, the Jayhawks suddenly become one of the national title favorites heading into next season. They return starting point guard Dajuan Harris Jr., versatile forward KJ Adams and have added former five-star guard Arterio Morris from Texas and Towson sharp-shooter Nick Timberlake to go with one of the nation's best freshman classes.

Elmarko Jackson and Jamari McDowell are 6-foot-3 guards capable of running the point or playing off the ball, Chris Johnson is a touted 6-6 wing and Markus Adams Jr. is a 6-8 inside-outside forward. Jackson and Johnson are both top-10 prospects.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1683367801301.jpeg" alt="Hunter Dickinson signs with KU. Via KU Sports" />
 <figcaption>Hunter Dickinson signs with KU. Via KU Sports</figcaption>
 </figure>LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — All-American forward Hunter Dickinson, arguably the top player in the transfer portal after deciding to leave Michigan, said in a social media post Thursday that he was headed to Kansas for the upcoming season.Dickinson chose the Jayhawks after visits to Villanova, Kentucky, Maryland and Georgetown.The 7-foot-1 center led the Wolverines to a No. 1 seed in the NCAA Tournament and a trip to the Elite Eight as a freshman during the 2020-21 season. Dickinson averaged 18.6 points in helping them reach the Sweet 16 two years ago and 18.5 points and a career-best 9.0 rebounds last season, when he was voted an honorable mention All-American.“The initial decision for me to enter the portal was the hardest decision I’ve ever had to make,” Dickinson said in confirming Wednesday night that he would not return to Michigan, which had been a possibility. “The thought of potentially leaving the place I love and called home for three years was and is extraordinarily difficult to process. After conversations with my family and a lot of time in thought, I realized entering the portal was the best decision for myself and my future."Dickinson had been quiet throughout his closely watched recruitment, though he did say on the “RoundBall” podcast this week that deciding where he would play next season had been weighing heavily on him.“If I knew where I was going, I would have happily made the decision sooner,” he said. “I really am struggling trying to pick a school. The good thing about all this is, all my options, I feel like if I went there, I would succeed. But it’s just trying to figure out which one out of them is the best and the one I’m most comfortable at, stuff like that.”Turns out that answer was Kansas.With him in the fold, the Jayhawks suddenly become one of the national title favorites heading into next season. They return starting point guard Dajuan Harris Jr., versatile forward KJ Adams and have added former five-star guard Arterio Morris from Texas and Towson sharp-shooter Nick Timberlake to go with one of the nation's best freshman classes.Elmarko Jackson and Jamari McDowell are 6-foot-3 guards capable of running the point or playing off the ball, Chris Johnson is a touted 6-6 wing and Markus Adams Jr. is a 6-8 inside-outside forward. Jackson and Johnson are both top-10 prospects.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

🏀 Michigan transfer Dickinson headed to Kansas next season

Tatum, Brown spark Celtics past 76ers 114-102 in Game 3

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Jayson Tatum scored 27 points, Jaylen Brown had 23 and the Boston Celtics spoiled Joel Embiid's MVP coronation, beating the Philadelphia 76ers 114-102 Friday night to take a 2-1 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinal series. Game 4 is Sunday in Philadelphia. Embiid had 30 points and 13 rebounds in his second game back from a sprained right knee. Embiid accepted his MVP trophy before the game.

Booker scores 47, Durant adds 39, Suns beat Nuggets 121-114

PHOENIX (AP) — Devin Booker scored 47 points, Kevin Durant added 39 and the Phoenix Suns beat the Nuggets 121-114 to cut Denver's lead to 2-1 in their Western Conference semifinal series. Booker — who came into the game averaging 35.4 points in these playoffs — had another massive offensive effort, shooting 20 of 25 from the field, including 5 of 8 from 3-point range. Durant shot just 12 of 31 from the field, but made 14 of 16 free throws. Denver's Nikola Jokic finished with 30 points, 17 assists and 17 rebounds. The Suns will try to even the series in Game 4 on Sunday in Phoenix.

Hurricanes top Devils, go up 2-0 in 2nd-round playoff series

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Jesperi Kotkaniemi scored twice in a roughly 2 1/2-minute span during Carolina's four-goal second period that helped the Hurricanes beat the New Jersey Devils 6-1 on Friday night. That gave the Hurricanes a 2-0 lead in their second-round playoff series. Jordan Staal and Martin Necas also scored in the decisive second period. Jordan Martinook and Stefan Noesen added clinching third-period goals. Frederik Andersen finished with 28 saves for Carolina. Miles Wood scored for New Jersey, which saw goaltender Akira Schmid chased early for the second straight game. The Devils will host Game 3 in the best-of-seven series on Sunday.

Spectator tumbles over railing into bullpen in Philly

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A spectator fell over a protective railing and into the Red Sox bullpen in the first inning of Boston's game against Philadelphia at Citizens Bank Park. The fan was taken to the trauma center at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, according to medical personnel on the scene. He tumbled one level from an open concourse into the Boston bullpen in right-center field. Security personnel immediately cleared fans from the railing in Ashburn Alley, which sits close to the visiting bullpen, as medical personnel attended to the fan. The spectator was strapped to a backboard and taken from the bullpen and field on a stretcher and a cart.

19 horses to tangle in wide-open 149th Kentucky Derby

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — The cast of characters for the 149th Kentucky Derby was rewritten in the days leading up to Saturday's race. What didn't change is Forte is the early 3-1 favorite in a seemingly wide-open field of 19 horses. Four horses were scratched and three moved into the field. A crowd of about 150,000 is expected to jam Churchill Downs to wager and watch the 1 1/4-mile Derby. Todd Pletcher trains Forte, and two other horses. Brad Cox has a leading four entries, including early 8-1 third choice Angel of Empire. Saturday's forecast calls for partly sunny skies and a high of 77 degrees Fahrenheit.

Column: Stench of death hangs over the Kentucky Derby

AP Sports Columnist Paul Newberry says the stench of death hangs over this year's Kentucky Derby and its magnificent athletes. Four horses perished in the past week at Churchill Downs. That raises troubling questions about the sport of kings ahead of the 149th run for the roses. Newberry asks: If this can happen at the world's most famous track, how safe can the sport be? And what is the interest in making changes to protect the horses?

A's broadcaster apologizes after apparent racial slur

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Oakland Athletics broadcaster Glen Kuiper has apologized after uttering what sounded like a racial slur while describing a trip to the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum. In a pregame segment on NBC Sports California before the A's played the Kansas City Royals. Kuiper talked about a trip to the museum with colleague Dallas Braden. Kuiper seemingly mispronounced the word "negro," making it sound instead like a slur. Later in the game, Kuiper apologized on the air without getting into specifics. The A's later issued a statement, calling the language used by Kuiper "unacceptable" and saying the team would "address the situation."

Heat, Lakers head home, seek 2-1 leads over Knicks, Warriors

MIAMI (AP) — Miami and New York are wondering who will be able to play. Golden State and the Los Angeles Lakers are wondering which team will land the next punch. A pair of Game 3s await as the NBA's conference semifinals continue Saturday. The Knicks visit the Heat. The Warriors visit the Lakers. Both series are knotted at a game apiece. Both have followed the same script. The road team stole home-court advantage by winning Game 1. Those victories went to Miami and the Lakers. The home team then answered with wins in Game 2 to even the series.

No place like road: Visiting teams thriving in NHL playoffs

The road is the place to be so far in the NHL playoffs. Visiting teams have matched their best start in league history with 34 wins in the first 56 games. That .607 winning percentage is by far the highest of any playoff year since 1966, not counting 2020 when games were played at neutral sites with no fans. Theories on the road success range from better preparation and more depth to the amount of parity around the league. Home-ice advantage still has its benefits because of crowd noise and matchups.

Will gambling case at Alabama ripple across college sports?

Alabama fired its baseball coach in what appears to be the first gambling-related scandal in college sports since a Supreme Court decision paved the way for state to legalize wagering five years ago. The NCAA still prohibits athletes and athletic department employees from gambling. And college conferences and schools have been monitoring for improprieties even before legal wagering became widespread. Is this an ominous sign for college sports or an example of the benefits of regulation?

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1683366121627.jpeg" alt="Sports Headlines for Saturday Morning, May 6th, 2023" />
 <figcaption>Sports Headlines for Saturday Morning, May 6th, 2023</figcaption>
 </figure>AP Sports Headlines for Saturday.Tatum, Brown spark Celtics past 76ers 114-102 in Game 3PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Jayson Tatum scored 27 points, Jaylen Brown had 23 and the Boston Celtics spoiled Joel Embiid's MVP coronation, beating the Philadelphia 76ers 114-102 Friday night to take a 2-1 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinal series. Game 4 is Sunday in Philadelphia. Embiid had 30 points and 13 rebounds in his second game back from a sprained right knee. Embiid accepted his MVP trophy before the game.Booker scores 47, Durant adds 39, Suns beat Nuggets 121-114PHOENIX (AP) — Devin Booker scored 47 points, Kevin Durant added 39 and the Phoenix Suns beat the Nuggets 121-114 to cut Denver's lead to 2-1 in their Western Conference semifinal series. Booker — who came into the game averaging 35.4 points in these playoffs — had another massive offensive effort, shooting 20 of 25 from the field, including 5 of 8 from 3-point range. Durant shot just 12 of 31 from the field, but made 14 of 16 free throws. Denver's Nikola Jokic finished with 30 points, 17 assists and 17 rebounds. The Suns will try to even the series in Game 4 on Sunday in Phoenix.Hurricanes top Devils, go up 2-0 in 2nd-round playoff seriesRALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Jesperi Kotkaniemi scored twice in a roughly 2 1/2-minute span during Carolina's four-goal second period that helped the Hurricanes beat the New Jersey Devils 6-1 on Friday night. That gave the Hurricanes a 2-0 lead in their second-round playoff series. Jordan Staal and Martin Necas also scored in the decisive second period. Jordan Martinook and Stefan Noesen added clinching third-period goals. Frederik Andersen finished with 28 saves for Carolina. Miles Wood scored for New Jersey, which saw goaltender Akira Schmid chased early for the second straight game. The Devils will host Game 3 in the best-of-seven series on Sunday.Spectator tumbles over railing into bullpen in PhillyPHILADELPHIA (AP) — A spectator fell over a protective railing and into the Red Sox bullpen in the first inning of Boston's game against Philadelphia at Citizens Bank Park. The fan was taken to the trauma center at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, according to medical personnel on the scene. He tumbled one level from an open concourse into the Boston bullpen in right-center field. Security personnel immediately cleared fans from the railing in Ashburn Alley, which sits close to the visiting bullpen, as medical personnel attended to the fan. The spectator was strapped to a backboard and taken from the bullpen and field on a stretcher and a cart.19 horses to tangle in wide-open 149th Kentucky DerbyLOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — The cast of characters for the 149th Kentucky Derby was rewritten in the days leading up to Saturday's race. What didn't change is Forte is the early 3-1 favorite in a seemingly wide-open field of 19 horses. Four horses were scratched and three moved into the field. A crowd of about 150,000 is expected to jam Churchill Downs to wager and watch the 1 1/4-mile Derby. Todd Pletcher trains Forte, and two other horses. Brad Cox has a leading four entries, including early 8-1 third choice Angel of Empire. Saturday's forecast calls for partly sunny skies and a high of 77 degrees Fahrenheit.Column: Stench of death hangs over the Kentucky DerbyAP Sports Columnist Paul Newberry says the stench of death hangs over this year's Kentucky Derby and its magnificent athletes. Four horses perished in the past week at Churchill Downs. That raises troubling questions about the sport of kings ahead of the 149th run for the roses. Newberry asks: If this can happen at the world's most famous track, how safe can the sport be? And what is the interest in making changes to protect the horses?A's broadcaster apologizes after apparent racial slurKANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Oakland Athletics broadcaster Glen Kuiper has apologized after uttering what sounded like a racial slur while describing a trip to the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum. In a pregame segment on NBC Sports California before the A's played the Kansas City Royals. Kuiper talked about a trip to the museum with colleague Dallas Braden. Kuiper seemingly mispronounced the word "negro," making it sound instead like a slur. Later in the game, Kuiper apologized on the air without getting into specifics. The A's later issued a statement, calling the language used by Kuiper "unacceptable" and saying the team would "address the situation."Heat, Lakers head home, seek 2-1 leads over Knicks, WarriorsMIAMI (AP) — Miami and New York are wondering who will be able to play. Golden State and the Los Angeles Lakers are wondering which team will land the next punch. A pair of Game 3s await as the NBA's conference semifinals continue Saturday. The Knicks visit the Heat. The Warriors visit the Lakers. Both series are knotted at a game apiece. Both have followed the same script. The road team stole home-court advantage by winning Game 1. Those victories went to Miami and the Lakers. The home team then answered with wins in Game 2 to even the series.No place like road: Visiting teams thriving in NHL playoffsThe road is the place to be so far in the NHL playoffs. Visiting teams have matched their best start in league history with 34 wins in the first 56 games. That .607 winning percentage is by far the highest of any playoff year since 1966, not counting 2020 when games were played at neutral sites with no fans. Theories on the road success range from better preparation and more depth to the amount of parity around the league. Home-ice advantage still has its benefits because of crowd noise and matchups.Will gambling case at Alabama ripple across college sports?Alabama fired its baseball coach in what appears to be the first gambling-related scandal in college sports since a Supreme Court decision paved the way for state to legalize wagering five years ago. The NCAA still prohibits athletes and athletic department employees from gambling. And college conferences and schools have been monitoring for improprieties even before legal wagering became widespread. Is this an ominous sign for college sports or an example of the benefits of regulation?<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

📢📰 Sports Headlines for Saturday

HUTCHINSON, Kan.&nbsp;— The Hutchinson Salthawks baseball team are back at Hobart-Detter Field today to host the Maize Eagles on Thursday, May 5th. First pitch of the doubleheader is scheduled for 4 p.m.

The Salthawks are now 1-13 after getting their first win of the season last Tuesday versus Goddard Eisenhower, while the Mustangs are 8-8 on the season and come in to today's games after getting a victory over Liberal yesterday.

All home and road games can be heard on Hutch Post, while all home games will also have live video on Hutch Post and on the NFHS Network Hutch Channel. Pregame coverage with Sean Boston begins at 3:55 p.m.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1683283869672.png" alt="Game day vs Maize May 5th, 2023" />
 <figcaption>Game day vs Maize May 5th, 2023</figcaption>
 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan.&nbsp;— The Hutchinson Salthawks baseball team are back at Hobart-Detter Field today to host the Maize Eagles on Thursday, May 5th. First pitch of the doubleheader is scheduled for 4 p.m.The Salthawks are now 1-13 after getting their first win of the season last Tuesday versus Goddard Eisenhower, while the Mustangs are 8-8 on the season and come in to today's games after getting a victory over Liberal yesterday.All home and road games can be heard on Hutch Post, while all home games will also have live video on Hutch Post and on the NFHS Network Hutch Channel. Pregame coverage with Sean Boston begins at 3:55 p.m.<div><iframe src="https://player.nfhsnetwork.com/#/events/hutchinson-high-school-hutchinson-ks/gam9a79bb9cdf" allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0" width="640" height="360"></iframe>

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⚾🎙LISTEN and WATCH: Salthawk Baseball hosts Maize

The Wichita Wind Surge game vs the Arkansas Naturals was postponed due to rain on Thursday and will be played as a double-header in Arkansas on Friday beginning at 5pm.

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<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1683285430028.jpeg" alt="Game Postponed. Will be played as a double-header on Friday" />
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 </figure>The Wichita Wind Surge game vs the Arkansas Naturals was postponed due to rain on Thursday and will be played as a double-header in Arkansas on Friday beginning at 5pm.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

⚾ Wichita Wind Surge game postponed

May 5 1PM -&nbsp;#1 Hutchinson vs #8 Pratt 3PM&nbsp;- #4 Barton vs #5 Garden City 5PM&nbsp;- #2 Butler vs #7 Seward County 7PM&nbsp;- #3 Colby vs #6 Dodge City&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>May 5 1PM -&nbsp;#1 Hutchinson vs #8 Pratt 3PM&nbsp;- #4 Barton vs #5 Garden City 5PM&nbsp;- #2 Butler vs #7 Seward County 7PM&nbsp;- #3 Colby vs #6 Dodge City&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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🥎 2023 NJCAA Region VI Division I Softball Playoffs

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs signed offensive tackle Donovan Smith to a contract for the upcoming season Thursday, adding a veteran to compete for playing time with two open jobs on the offensive line.

The Chiefs were unable to sign franchise left tackle Orlando Brown Jr. to a long-term deal, allowing him to become a free agent, and right tackle Andrew Wylie also signed elsewhere in free agency. The Chiefs countered by signing Jawaan Taylor to handle one of the tackle jobs, but that still left an opening at the other tackle position.

Taylor was expected to move from the right side to the left side to protect the blindside of quarterback Patrick Mahomes, and that would have allowed oft-injured Lucas Niang to compete with third-round pick Wanya Morris for the right tackle position.

Smith's acquisition could change those plans.

The 29-year-old Smith, who was released by the Buccaneers on March 7, started 124 regular-season games from the moment he became a second-round pick in 2015 through last season. But Smith struggled much of last season, partly due to elbow and foot injuries that caused him to miss four games, and that helped Tampa Bay reach the decision to let him go.

Smith will have to earn the job, of course, but his experience will be a significant factor. Taylor has played just 18 snaps on the left side in his entire career; Smith has played 8,473 during his eight seasons in the NFL.

Niang earned the starting right tackle job in 2021 but struggled with injuries, first a shoulder problem and then a rib injury that caused him to miss four games. He then tore a patellar tendon in Week 17 and was placed on injured reserve.

Morris was a five-star recruit to Tennessee before transferring to Oklahoma, where he played his last two seasons. He also dealt with injuries, missing time with a shoulder problem, before opting out of the Sooners' bowl game this past season.

“I think we’ll have good competition between Niang (and) Wanya, and then I think (Darian) Kinnard has some flexibility, too,” Chiefs general manager Brett Veach said earlier this week, in discussing the competition along the offensive line.

“I think all three of those guys will bounce in there. Kinnard will go back and forth to tackle and guard, and I think Wanya has some tackle guard-flex,” Veach said. "So I think you’ll see (offensive line) coach (Andy) Heck do a great job of just mixing and matching. Then we get to training camp (and) just let the competition speak for itself.”

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1683284564151.jpeg" alt="Chiefs sign Donovan" />
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 </figure>KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs signed offensive tackle Donovan Smith to a contract for the upcoming season Thursday, adding a veteran to compete for playing time with two open jobs on the offensive line.The Chiefs were unable to sign franchise left tackle Orlando Brown Jr. to a long-term deal, allowing him to become a free agent, and right tackle Andrew Wylie also signed elsewhere in free agency. The Chiefs countered by signing Jawaan Taylor to handle one of the tackle jobs, but that still left an opening at the other tackle position.Taylor was expected to move from the right side to the left side to protect the blindside of quarterback Patrick Mahomes, and that would have allowed oft-injured Lucas Niang to compete with third-round pick Wanya Morris for the right tackle position.Smith's acquisition could change those plans.The 29-year-old Smith, who was released by the Buccaneers on March 7, started 124 regular-season games from the moment he became a second-round pick in 2015 through last season. But Smith struggled much of last season, partly due to elbow and foot injuries that caused him to miss four games, and that helped Tampa Bay reach the decision to let him go.Smith will have to earn the job, of course, but his experience will be a significant factor. Taylor has played just 18 snaps on the left side in his entire career; Smith has played 8,473 during his eight seasons in the NFL.Niang earned the starting right tackle job in 2021 but struggled with injuries, first a shoulder problem and then a rib injury that caused him to miss four games. He then tore a patellar tendon in Week 17 and was placed on injured reserve.Morris was a five-star recruit to Tennessee before transferring to Oklahoma, where he played his last two seasons. He also dealt with injuries, missing time with a shoulder problem, before opting out of the Sooners' bowl game this past season.“I think we’ll have good competition between Niang (and) Wanya, and then I think (Darian) Kinnard has some flexibility, too,” Chiefs general manager Brett Veach said earlier this week, in discussing the competition along the offensive line.“I think all three of those guys will bounce in there. Kinnard will go back and forth to tackle and guard, and I think Wanya has some tackle guard-flex,” Veach said. "So I think you’ll see (offensive line) coach (Andy) Heck do a great job of just mixing and matching. Then we get to training camp (and) just let the competition speak for itself.”<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

🏈 Chiefs sign tackle Donovan Smith to 1-year deal

Via Hutchinson CC Sports Information

COLBY – After being walked off in extra innings in Game 1 on Thursday, the Hutchinson Community College baseball team jumped out fast in Game 2 to earn a Jayhawk West split in the first two games of a four-game series with the Colby Trojans.

<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/bsb/2022-23/bios/smith_justin_u248">Justin Smith</a>&nbsp;tossed five strong innings while&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/bsb/2022-23/bios/henderson_ryan_sab3">Ryan Henderson</a>&nbsp;and A.J. Mustow combined for seven RBIs as Hutchinson defeated Colby 8-3 in Game 1. The Blue Dragons scored a run in the seventh to force extra innings in Game 1, but lost 6-5 in nine innings in Game 1.

The Blue Dragons (28-26, 16-14) and Trojans (14-37, 6-24) play Games 3 and 4 of the final series of the regular season at 1 p.m. on Saturday at Hobart-Detter Field. Sophomore Recognition ceremonies will take place between games.

GAME 2 RECAP After being limited to five hits in the first game, the Blue Dragons scored four runs in their first two at-bats in the second game.

Mustow hit a two-run triple in Hutchinson's three-run first inning.&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/bsb/2022-23/bios/childress_max_4ayg">Max Childress</a>&nbsp;added an RBI single in the top of the second that gave the Dragons a 4-0 lead.

Smith allowed single runs in the second and third innings to pull Colby within 4-2. But the Blue Dragons answered with back-to-back sacrifice flies from Mustow and Henderson t make it 6-2 after five innings. Henderson ripped a two-run single in the seventh for an 8-3 lead.

<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/bsb/2022-23/bios/edmunson_will_rdcc">Will Edmunson</a>&nbsp;went 3 for 3 with three runs scored. Henderson was 2 for 4 with four RBIs.&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/bsb/2022-23/bios/bradford_blake_qa9v">Blake Bradford</a>&nbsp;went 2 for 4 with a double and two runs scored. Mustow was 1 for 3, but he had three RBIs.

Smith scattered six hits over five innings. He allowed two earned runs with one walk and he struck out six.

<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/bsb/2022-23/bios/wickersham_kaden_64wc">Kaden Wickersham</a>&nbsp;allowed a run in the sixth and&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/bsb/2022-23/bios/beverman_brady_cf7n">Brady Beverman</a>&nbsp;got three flyball outs in a perfect seventh inning.

GAME 1 RECAP The Blue Dragons rallied twice in the series opener.

Trailing 3-1 entering the sixth inning, Henderson hit a game-tying two-run home run, his 10th of the season, in the sixth inning. Then down 4-3 in the seventh, the Dragons tied the game when&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/bsb/2022-23/bios/gunderson_cody_4bzo">Cody Gunderson</a>'s sacrifice fly to right scored&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/bsb/2022-23/bios/powell_christian_dv61">Christian Powell</a>, knotting the score at 4-all.

After a scoreless eighth inning, Colby walked off with the victory when Gavin Shary singled home Lucas Vincent with the game-winning run.

Edmunson went 2 for 3 to lead Hutchinson, which had five hits. Henderson, Childress and Powell had the other hits, all singles.

<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/bsb/2022-23/bios/scott_reed_03bo">Reed Scott</a>&nbsp;(3-4) took the loss with 3 1-3 innings of relief work. He allowed four hits and two runs.&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/bsb/2022-23/bios/ojeda_sam_8hjt">Sam Ojeda</a>&nbsp;started and worked the first five innings. He allowed six hits and three runs with six strikeouts and one walk.

Henderson's home run was the 20th of his career. He is now the 16th Blue Dragon in program history with at least 20 career home runs.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1683284608123.jpeg" alt="Ryan Henderson hits his career 20th home run in Game 1 and drives in four runs in an 8-3 victory in Game 2 over Colby on Thursday afternoon to lead the Blue Dragon baseball team. (Andrew Carpenter/Blue Dragon Sports Information) " />
 <figcaption>Ryan Henderson hits his career 20th home run in Game 1 and drives in four runs in an 8-3 victory in Game 2 over Colby on Thursday afternoon to lead the Blue Dragon baseball team. (Andrew Carpenter/Blue Dragon Sports Information) </figcaption>
 </figure>Via Hutchinson CC Sports InformationCOLBY – After being walked off in extra innings in Game 1 on Thursday, the Hutchinson Community College baseball team jumped out fast in Game 2 to earn a Jayhawk West split in the first two games of a four-game series with the Colby Trojans.<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/bsb/2022-23/bios/smith_justin_u248">Justin Smith</a>&nbsp;tossed five strong innings while&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/bsb/2022-23/bios/henderson_ryan_sab3">Ryan Henderson</a>&nbsp;and A.J. Mustow combined for seven RBIs as Hutchinson defeated Colby 8-3 in Game 1. The Blue Dragons scored a run in the seventh to force extra innings in Game 1, but lost 6-5 in nine innings in Game 1.The Blue Dragons (28-26, 16-14) and Trojans (14-37, 6-24) play Games 3 and 4 of the final series of the regular season at 1 p.m. on Saturday at Hobart-Detter Field. Sophomore Recognition ceremonies will take place between games.GAME 2 RECAP After being limited to five hits in the first game, the Blue Dragons scored four runs in their first two at-bats in the second game.Mustow hit a two-run triple in Hutchinson's three-run first inning.&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/bsb/2022-23/bios/childress_max_4ayg">Max Childress</a>&nbsp;added an RBI single in the top of the second that gave the Dragons a 4-0 lead.Smith allowed single runs in the second and third innings to pull Colby within 4-2. But the Blue Dragons answered with back-to-back sacrifice flies from Mustow and Henderson t make it 6-2 after five innings. Henderson ripped a two-run single in the seventh for an 8-3 lead.<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/bsb/2022-23/bios/edmunson_will_rdcc">Will Edmunson</a>&nbsp;went 3 for 3 with three runs scored. Henderson was 2 for 4 with four RBIs.&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/bsb/2022-23/bios/bradford_blake_qa9v">Blake Bradford</a>&nbsp;went 2 for 4 with a double and two runs scored. Mustow was 1 for 3, but he had three RBIs.Smith scattered six hits over five innings. He allowed two earned runs with one walk and he struck out six.<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/bsb/2022-23/bios/wickersham_kaden_64wc">Kaden Wickersham</a>&nbsp;allowed a run in the sixth and&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/bsb/2022-23/bios/beverman_brady_cf7n">Brady Beverman</a>&nbsp;got three flyball outs in a perfect seventh inning.GAME 1 RECAP The Blue Dragons rallied twice in the series opener.Trailing 3-1 entering the sixth inning, Henderson hit a game-tying two-run home run, his 10th of the season, in the sixth inning. Then down 4-3 in the seventh, the Dragons tied the game when&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/bsb/2022-23/bios/gunderson_cody_4bzo">Cody Gunderson</a>'s sacrifice fly to right scored&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/bsb/2022-23/bios/powell_christian_dv61">Christian Powell</a>, knotting the score at 4-all.After a scoreless eighth inning, Colby walked off with the victory when Gavin Shary singled home Lucas Vincent with the game-winning run.Edmunson went 2 for 3 to lead Hutchinson, which had five hits. Henderson, Childress and Powell had the other hits, all singles.<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/bsb/2022-23/bios/scott_reed_03bo">Reed Scott</a>&nbsp;(3-4) took the loss with 3 1-3 innings of relief work. He allowed four hits and two runs.&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/bsb/2022-23/bios/ojeda_sam_8hjt">Sam Ojeda</a>&nbsp;started and worked the first five innings. He allowed six hits and three runs with six strikeouts and one walk.Henderson's home run was the 20th of his career. He is now the 16th Blue Dragon in program history with at least 20 career home runs.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

⚾ Blue Dragons rally for split with Colby

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs signed offensive tackle Donovan Smith to a contract for the upcoming season Thursday, adding a veteran to compete for playing time with two open jobs on the offensive line. The Chiefs were unable to sign franchise left tackle Orlando Brown Jr. to a long-term deal, allowing him to become a free agent, and right tackle Andrew Wylie also signed elsewhere in free agency. The Chiefs countered by signing Jawaan Taylor to handle one of the tackle jobs, but that still left an opening at the other tackle position.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Pinch-hitter Ramon Urias hit a go-ahead two-run single in the eighth inning, then added a two-run double in the ninth, helping the Baltimore Orioles overcome a blown seven-run lead in a 13-10 victory over the Kansas City Royals. Gunnar Henderson and Anthony Santander hit homers and Cedric Mullins also drove in three for the Orioles, who led 8-1 when their bullpen began to struggle. Kansas City went ahead on Bobby Witt Jr.'s single in the seventh, but then reliever Aroldis Chapman walked two batters and gave up Urias's single in the eighth. Yennier Cano earned the win in relief for Baltimore.

ST. LOUIS (AP) — Luis Rengifo homered, drove in four runs and finished a triple shy of the cycle, as the Los Angeles Angels beat the St. Louis Cardinals 11-7 on Thursday to complete a three-game sweep. The Angels won their fourth straight while the Cardinals lost their sixth in a row. Griffin Canning gave up five runs in five innings to earn his second-straight decision for the Angels. Rengifo’s three-run homer capped a four-run second inning. The Angels blew the game open with a six-run third powered by seven singles. Cardinals starter Jack Flaherty gave up a career-high 10 runs in just 2 1/3 innings.

LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — All-American forward Hunter Dickinson, arguably the top player in the transfer portal after deciding to leave Michigan, says he is headed to Kansas for the upcoming season. Dickinson announced his next school Thursday on social media. He chose the Jayhawks after visits to Villanova, Kentucky, Maryland and Georgetown. The 7-foot-1 center led the Wolverines to a No. 1 seed in the NCAA Tournament and a trip to the Elite Eight as a freshman during the 2020-21 season. Dickinson averaged 18.6 points in helping them reach the Sweet 16 two years ago and 18.5 points and a career-best 9.0 rebounds last season, when he was voted an honorable mention All-American.

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Klay Thompson scored 30 points with eight 3-pointers, Golden State limited Anthony Davis while allowing LeBron James 23 points, and the defending champion Warriors evened their Western Conference semifinal with the Los Angeles Lakers at one game apiece with a 127-100 win. Stephen Curry added 20 points 12 assists and four rebounds as Splash Brother Thompson shined to help Golden State make 21 more 3-pointers — giving the Warriors an NBA record for most in the first two games of a playoff series at 42. James’ Cavaliers hit 40 against Atlanta in the 2016 second round.

MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Milwaukee Bucks have fired coach Mike Budenholzer just over a week after their stunning first-round playoff loss to the Miami Heat spoiled a season in which they owned the NBA’s best record. Budenholzer’s ouster comes just two years after he directed the Bucks to their first NBA title in half a century. The move also comes three weeks after the NBA finalized Cleveland Browns owner Jimmy Haslam’s purchase of a 25% stake in the team.

DALLAS (AP) — Joe Pavelski scored his fifth goal in two games since returning from concussion protocol as the Dallas Stars beat the Seattle Kraken 4-2 to even the second-round series at a game each. Wyatt Johnston, the 19-year-old rookie who has lived with Pavelski's family this season, had a goal and assisted on the goal by the 38-year-old Pavelski. Game 3 is Sunday night in Seattle. Evgenii Dadonov and Tyler Seguin also scored for the Stars. Tye Kartye and Jordan Eberle had goals for the Kraken.

TORONTO (AP) — Sergei Bobrovsky made 35 saves and the Florida Panthers defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 3-2 on Thursday night to take a 2-0 lead in their second-round playoff series. Anton Lundell had a goal and an assist, and Aleksander Barkov and Gustav Forsling also scored for Florida. Ryan O’Reilly and Alexander Kerfoot scored for Toronto, which blew an early 2-0 lead. Ilya Samsonov stopped 26 shots. The best-of-seven series shifts to Sunrise, Florida, for Game 3 on Sunday. Game 4 is scheduled for Wednesday.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — A little time away from golf proved helpful for birthday boy Rory McIlroy. The world’s third-ranked player shot a 3-under 68 at the Wells Fargo Championship on Thursday in his first tournament since missing the cut at the Masters, leaving him three shots behind first-round leader Tommy Fleetwood. Fleetwood’s 65 was one shot better than Xander Schauffele, Kevin Streelman, Taylor Moore, K.H. Lee and Ryan Palmer, who are tied for second at 5 under. Patrick Cantlay, with Tiger Woods’ former caddie Joe LaCava on his bag, shot 67. McIlroy withdrew from the HBC Heritage following a disappointing second round 77 at Augusta National that left him three shots off the cut line.

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Churchill Downs has suspended trainer Saffie Joseph Jr. indefinitely and Lord Miles, who is trained by Joseph, has been scratched from the Kentucky Derby days after the sudden death of two of his horses at the track. The suspension prohibits Joseph, or any trainer directly or indirectly employed by him, from entering horses in races or applying for stalls at all Churchill Downs Inc.-owned tracks. The decision comes after the deaths of Parents Pride on Saturday and Chasing Artie on Tuesday. Both collapsed on the track and died after races.

AUSTIN. Texas (AP) — University of Texas President Jay Hartzell says he’ll attend the Southeastern Conference’s annual meeting later this month with a goal of building relationships, and not trying to assert influence in the league Texas joins in 2024. Hartzell said he’s particularly interested in how the league wants to schedule football and its potential impact on future media rights contracts. The SEC meets May 30 in Destin, Florida. Texas and Oklahoma reached a deal with the Big 12 to leave for the SEC in July 2024, a year earlier than originally planned.

NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION PLAYOFFS

Final Golden State 127 L.A. Lakers 100, Series tied 1-1

Final Florida 3 Toronto 2, Florida leads series 2-0

Final Dallas 4 Seattle 2, Series tied 1-1

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1681297613631.jpeg" alt="Sports Headlines for Friday Morning, May 5th, 2023" />
 <figcaption>Sports Headlines for Friday Morning, May 5th, 2023</figcaption>
 </figure>KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs signed offensive tackle Donovan Smith to a contract for the upcoming season Thursday, adding a veteran to compete for playing time with two open jobs on the offensive line. The Chiefs were unable to sign franchise left tackle Orlando Brown Jr. to a long-term deal, allowing him to become a free agent, and right tackle Andrew Wylie also signed elsewhere in free agency. The Chiefs countered by signing Jawaan Taylor to handle one of the tackle jobs, but that still left an opening at the other tackle position.KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Pinch-hitter Ramon Urias hit a go-ahead two-run single in the eighth inning, then added a two-run double in the ninth, helping the Baltimore Orioles overcome a blown seven-run lead in a 13-10 victory over the Kansas City Royals. Gunnar Henderson and Anthony Santander hit homers and Cedric Mullins also drove in three for the Orioles, who led 8-1 when their bullpen began to struggle. Kansas City went ahead on Bobby Witt Jr.'s single in the seventh, but then reliever Aroldis Chapman walked two batters and gave up Urias's single in the eighth. Yennier Cano earned the win in relief for Baltimore.ST. LOUIS (AP) — Luis Rengifo homered, drove in four runs and finished a triple shy of the cycle, as the Los Angeles Angels beat the St. Louis Cardinals 11-7 on Thursday to complete a three-game sweep. The Angels won their fourth straight while the Cardinals lost their sixth in a row. Griffin Canning gave up five runs in five innings to earn his second-straight decision for the Angels. Rengifo’s three-run homer capped a four-run second inning. The Angels blew the game open with a six-run third powered by seven singles. Cardinals starter Jack Flaherty gave up a career-high 10 runs in just 2 1/3 innings.LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — All-American forward Hunter Dickinson, arguably the top player in the transfer portal after deciding to leave Michigan, says he is headed to Kansas for the upcoming season. Dickinson announced his next school Thursday on social media. He chose the Jayhawks after visits to Villanova, Kentucky, Maryland and Georgetown. The 7-foot-1 center led the Wolverines to a No. 1 seed in the NCAA Tournament and a trip to the Elite Eight as a freshman during the 2020-21 season. Dickinson averaged 18.6 points in helping them reach the Sweet 16 two years ago and 18.5 points and a career-best 9.0 rebounds last season, when he was voted an honorable mention All-American.SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Klay Thompson scored 30 points with eight 3-pointers, Golden State limited Anthony Davis while allowing LeBron James 23 points, and the defending champion Warriors evened their Western Conference semifinal with the Los Angeles Lakers at one game apiece with a 127-100 win. Stephen Curry added 20 points 12 assists and four rebounds as Splash Brother Thompson shined to help Golden State make 21 more 3-pointers — giving the Warriors an NBA record for most in the first two games of a playoff series at 42. James’ Cavaliers hit 40 against Atlanta in the 2016 second round.MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Milwaukee Bucks have fired coach Mike Budenholzer just over a week after their stunning first-round playoff loss to the Miami Heat spoiled a season in which they owned the NBA’s best record. Budenholzer’s ouster comes just two years after he directed the Bucks to their first NBA title in half a century. The move also comes three weeks after the NBA finalized Cleveland Browns owner Jimmy Haslam’s purchase of a 25% stake in the team.DALLAS (AP) — Joe Pavelski scored his fifth goal in two games since returning from concussion protocol as the Dallas Stars beat the Seattle Kraken 4-2 to even the second-round series at a game each. Wyatt Johnston, the 19-year-old rookie who has lived with Pavelski's family this season, had a goal and assisted on the goal by the 38-year-old Pavelski. Game 3 is Sunday night in Seattle. Evgenii Dadonov and Tyler Seguin also scored for the Stars. Tye Kartye and Jordan Eberle had goals for the Kraken.TORONTO (AP) — Sergei Bobrovsky made 35 saves and the Florida Panthers defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 3-2 on Thursday night to take a 2-0 lead in their second-round playoff series. Anton Lundell had a goal and an assist, and Aleksander Barkov and Gustav Forsling also scored for Florida. Ryan O’Reilly and Alexander Kerfoot scored for Toronto, which blew an early 2-0 lead. Ilya Samsonov stopped 26 shots. The best-of-seven series shifts to Sunrise, Florida, for Game 3 on Sunday. Game 4 is scheduled for Wednesday.CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — A little time away from golf proved helpful for birthday boy Rory McIlroy. The world’s third-ranked player shot a 3-under 68 at the Wells Fargo Championship on Thursday in his first tournament since missing the cut at the Masters, leaving him three shots behind first-round leader Tommy Fleetwood. Fleetwood’s 65 was one shot better than Xander Schauffele, Kevin Streelman, Taylor Moore, K.H. Lee and Ryan Palmer, who are tied for second at 5 under. Patrick Cantlay, with Tiger Woods’ former caddie Joe LaCava on his bag, shot 67. McIlroy withdrew from the HBC Heritage following a disappointing second round 77 at Augusta National that left him three shots off the cut line.LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Churchill Downs has suspended trainer Saffie Joseph Jr. indefinitely and Lord Miles, who is trained by Joseph, has been scratched from the Kentucky Derby days after the sudden death of two of his horses at the track. The suspension prohibits Joseph, or any trainer directly or indirectly employed by him, from entering horses in races or applying for stalls at all Churchill Downs Inc.-owned tracks. The decision comes after the deaths of Parents Pride on Saturday and Chasing Artie on Tuesday. Both collapsed on the track and died after races.AUSTIN. Texas (AP) — University of Texas President Jay Hartzell says he’ll attend the Southeastern Conference’s annual meeting later this month with a goal of building relationships, and not trying to assert influence in the league Texas joins in 2024. Hartzell said he’s particularly interested in how the league wants to schedule football and its potential impact on future media rights contracts. The SEC meets May 30 in Destin, Florida. Texas and Oklahoma reached a deal with the Big 12 to leave for the SEC in July 2024, a year earlier than originally planned.THURSDAY SCORESINTERLEAGUEFinal Detroit 2 N.Y. Mets 0Final Tampa Bay 3 Pittsburgh 2Final L.A. Angels 11 St. Louis 7AMERICAN LEAGUEFinal Baltimore 13 Kansas City 10Final Minnesota 7 Chicago White Sox 3Final Seattle 5 Oakland 3Final Boston 11 Toronto 5NATIONAL LEAGUEFinal Washington 4 Chicago Cubs 3Final Colorado 9 Milwaukee 6Final Atlanta 6 Miami 3NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION PLAYOFFSFinal Golden State 127 L.A. Lakers 100, Series tied 1-1NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE PLAYOFFSFinal Florida 3 Toronto 2, Florida leads series 2-0Final Dallas 4 Seattle 2, Series tied 1-1<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

📢📰 Sports Headlines for Friday

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Baltimore Orioles have come from behind for 11 of their 21 wins this season.

Their victory Thursday in Kansas City was a little unique.

The Orioles raced to a seven-run lead before watching the Royals wipe it out, then pull ahead in the seventh inning. But once more embodying poise under pressure, Ramon Urias hit a go-ahead, two-run single in the eighth inning and added a two-run double in the ninth, allowing Baltimore to escape with a 13-10 victory and its seventh straight series win.

“We fight. We fight every game” said Urias, who entered as a pinch hitter. “Every guy is involved with what we're doing.”

That includes Gunnar Henderson and Anthony Santander, who hit homers, and Cedric Mullins, who had a bases-loaded double that helped the Orioles run out to an 8-1 lead by the bottom of the third inning.

The Royals fought back and pulled ahead on Bobby Witt Jr.'s single in the seventh, but Aroldis Chapman (1-2) promptly walked the first two batters in the eighth. Adam Frazier moved up on a balk and joined Jorge Mateo in stealing bases before Urias hit a single through the left side of a drawn-in infield to give the Orioles the lead again.

Yennier Cano (1-0) pitched two scoreless innings for Baltimore, one of the few solid outings by a reliever. Felix Bautista coughed up a run in the ninth before striking out Witt and Hunter Dozier to end the game with runners at second and third.

“The offense did a great job, especially starting off the game,” said Orioles starter Grayson Rodriguez, who allowed six runs in 3 2/3 innings. “This team has a lot of fight in it."

Freddy Fermin hit his first career homer, Salvador Perez added a two-run shot and Kyle Isbel went deep for Kansas City before his tying bunt in the seventh inning, when he beat out the throw but strained his hamstring crossing the bag.

He was undergoing an MRI exam after the game, adding injury to another insulting loss for the Royals.

“Somebody has to take it,” Royals manager Matt Quatraro said of the back-and-forth game. “They did.”

The Orioles jumped to their big early lead by capitalizing on mistakes.

The first came when Ryan Mountcastle hit a high two-out popup down the right-field line in the first inning. Three Royals converged on it, but MJ Melendez, who has stopped catching so he can focus on playing the outfield, was unable to make the basket catch. Santander followed the error with his homer off Jordan Lyles over the right-field wall.

In the third, Lyles loaded the bases on a single, walk and hit batter before Mullins cleared them with a double.

Then in the fifth, after Lyles once again got the first two outs, he walked Frazier and uncorked a wild pitch that led to Mateo's run-scoring single. Henderson followed with his two-run shot to give Baltimore its 8-1 lead.

Rodriguez served up Fermin's leadoff homer in the third and another to Perez, the 100th for the veteran catcher at Kauffman Stadium, moving him into a tie with Mike Sweeney and trailing only George Brett for the most in club history.

In the fourth, Isbel went deep before Vinnie Pasquantino followed Fermin's first career triple with a run-scoring single that pulled the Royals within 8-6. They got within a run in the fifth on Michael Massey's double, Isbel tied the game in the seventh on his bunt, and Witt drove in the go-ahead run for Kansas City two batters later.

Orioles manager Brandon Hyde said C Luis Torrens, acquired from the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday, will likely join the team “sometime this weekend,” when they play a series in Atlanta.

Orioles LF Austin Hays was out of the starting lineup for the second straight day, though Hyde said he was available off the bench. Hays has been dealing with a sore right middle finger. Kyle Stowers again took his place.

The Orioles face the Braves with RHP Dean Kremer (2-1, 6.67 ERA) on the mound for Friday night's opener. The Royals remain at Kauffman Stadium fora three-game set against Oakland with RHP Brad Keller (2-2, 3.56) getting the Friday night start.

<figure>
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 </figure>KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Baltimore Orioles have come from behind for 11 of their 21 wins this season.Their victory Thursday in Kansas City was a little unique.The Orioles raced to a seven-run lead before watching the Royals wipe it out, then pull ahead in the seventh inning. But once more embodying poise under pressure, Ramon Urias hit a go-ahead, two-run single in the eighth inning and added a two-run double in the ninth, allowing Baltimore to escape with a 13-10 victory and its seventh straight series win.“We fight. We fight every game” said Urias, who entered as a pinch hitter. “Every guy is involved with what we're doing.”That includes Gunnar Henderson and Anthony Santander, who hit homers, and Cedric Mullins, who had a bases-loaded double that helped the Orioles run out to an 8-1 lead by the bottom of the third inning.The Royals fought back and pulled ahead on Bobby Witt Jr.'s single in the seventh, but Aroldis Chapman (1-2) promptly walked the first two batters in the eighth. Adam Frazier moved up on a balk and joined Jorge Mateo in stealing bases before Urias hit a single through the left side of a drawn-in infield to give the Orioles the lead again.Yennier Cano (1-0) pitched two scoreless innings for Baltimore, one of the few solid outings by a reliever. Felix Bautista coughed up a run in the ninth before striking out Witt and Hunter Dozier to end the game with runners at second and third.“The offense did a great job, especially starting off the game,” said Orioles starter Grayson Rodriguez, who allowed six runs in 3 2/3 innings. “This team has a lot of fight in it."Freddy Fermin hit his first career homer, Salvador Perez added a two-run shot and Kyle Isbel went deep for Kansas City before his tying bunt in the seventh inning, when he beat out the throw but strained his hamstring crossing the bag.He was undergoing an MRI exam after the game, adding injury to another insulting loss for the Royals.“Somebody has to take it,” Royals manager Matt Quatraro said of the back-and-forth game. “They did.”The Orioles jumped to their big early lead by capitalizing on mistakes.The first came when Ryan Mountcastle hit a high two-out popup down the right-field line in the first inning. Three Royals converged on it, but MJ Melendez, who has stopped catching so he can focus on playing the outfield, was unable to make the basket catch. Santander followed the error with his homer off Jordan Lyles over the right-field wall.In the third, Lyles loaded the bases on a single, walk and hit batter before Mullins cleared them with a double.Then in the fifth, after Lyles once again got the first two outs, he walked Frazier and uncorked a wild pitch that led to Mateo's run-scoring single. Henderson followed with his two-run shot to give Baltimore its 8-1 lead.Rodriguez served up Fermin's leadoff homer in the third and another to Perez, the 100th for the veteran catcher at Kauffman Stadium, moving him into a tie with Mike Sweeney and trailing only George Brett for the most in club history.In the fourth, Isbel went deep before Vinnie Pasquantino followed Fermin's first career triple with a run-scoring single that pulled the Royals within 8-6. They got within a run in the fifth on Michael Massey's double, Isbel tied the game in the seventh on his bunt, and Witt drove in the go-ahead run for Kansas City two batters later.TRANSACTIONSOrioles manager Brandon Hyde said C Luis Torrens, acquired from the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday, will likely join the team “sometime this weekend,” when they play a series in Atlanta.TRAINER'S ROOMOrioles LF Austin Hays was out of the starting lineup for the second straight day, though Hyde said he was available off the bench. Hays has been dealing with a sore right middle finger. Kyle Stowers again took his place.UP NEXTThe Orioles face the Braves with RHP Dean Kremer (2-1, 6.67 ERA) on the mound for Friday night's opener. The Royals remain at Kauffman Stadium fora three-game set against Oakland with RHP Brad Keller (2-2, 3.56) getting the Friday night start.

⚾ Orioles blow 7-run lead, rally for 13-10 win over Royals

LAWRENCE, Kan.&nbsp;— The college basketball world woke up to big news on Thursday, as former Michigan star Hunter Dickinson announced he will be transferring to Kansas.&nbsp;

Dickinson is regarded as the best player in the transfer portal. He has been one of the most dominant centers in the country over the past three years. He averaged 18.5 points and a career-high 9.0 rebounds this past season.

The 7-foot-1 center played in 94 career games with the Wolverines, averaging 17.2 points and 8.4 rebounds, while shooting 57% from the floor.&nbsp;

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 </figure>LAWRENCE, Kan.&nbsp;— The college basketball world woke up to big news on Thursday, as former Michigan star Hunter Dickinson announced he will be transferring to Kansas.&nbsp;<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><a href="https://t.co/nDiA50wjJg">pic.twitter.com/nDiA50wjJg</a>&mdash; Hunter Dickinson (@H_Dickinson24) <a href="https://twitter.com/H_Dickinson24/status/1654128673698766850?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 4, 2023</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>Dickinson is regarded as the best player in the transfer portal. He has been one of the most dominant centers in the country over the past three years. He averaged 18.5 points and a career-high 9.0 rebounds this past season.The 7-foot-1 center played in 94 career games with the Wolverines, averaging 17.2 points and 8.4 rebounds, while shooting 57% from the floor.&nbsp;

🏀 MBB: KU lands top player in transfer portal

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Chiefs are re-signing Jerick McKinnon and declined the fifth-year option on fellow running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire on Tuesday, solidifying their backfield behind incumbent Isiah Pacheco heading into offseason workouts.

McKinnon, who turns 31 this week, ran 72 times for 291 yards and a touchdown but was at his best out of the backfield, catching 56 passes for 512 yards and nine scores. McKinnon ended the regular season by reaching the end zone in six straight games, helping the Chiefs secure the No. 1 seed and first-round playoff bye.

McKinnon helped the Chiefs reach the Super Bowl and could have scored there, but he gave himself up at the 2-yard line in the closing minutes. That allowed the Chiefs to hit the winning field goal in a 38-35 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles.

“He's certainly a guy that we love and greatly admire,” Chiefs general manager Brett Veach said Monday.

Edwards-Helaire, a first-round pick in 2020, was the starter heading into last season, but injuries that have held him back throughout his career resurfaced. He missed much of the season with a high ankle sprain, forcing Pacheco to step into the role of lead running back, and the seventh-round draft pick never gave it up.

Edwards-Helaire came off injured reserve for the Super Bowl, but was inactive for the game.

In other news, Veach acknowledged that the Chiefs will begin working with All-Pro defensive tackle Chris Jones on a contract extension. He's entering the final year of an $80 million, four-year deal, and his salary cap hit is $28 million for this season.

The 28-year-old Jones is coming off perhaps his best season. The four-time Pro Bowl pick matched a career high with 15 1/2 sacks in the regular season, then ended a maddeningly playoff oh-for by picking up his first two postseason sacks.

“I think that's on the list of things to do,” Veach said. “We get into the offseason, and you know, you’re into combine meetings, and then you’re into free agency, and then you’re into the draft. And then after the draft, let the dust settle and start working on the future and things we can get accomplished in the spring.”

Veach indicated that he would like to get an extension done before the Chiefs report to training camp in July.

“We'll get to work and see what we can do,” he said.

There isn't nearly the same time pressure to rework the deal of MVP quarterback Patrick Mahomes, though that could be on the agenda soon. He just completed the first season of a 10-year, $450 million contract, but recent deals — including one signed by the Eagle's Jalen Hurts — already have pushed Mahomes to seventh in the league in average yearly salary.

The benefits of working on Mahomes' contracts are twofold: The Chiefs want to keep him happy by paying him among the top tier of QBs, but they also can create some salary cap flexibility by altering the structure of the deal going forward.

“We're a few years into a long deal,” Veach said, “but at the same time, we have great communication with Pat, so that'll be a situation where we work through all those things. There's no timing from our end because we're in constant communication.”

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 </figure>KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Chiefs are re-signing Jerick McKinnon and declined the fifth-year option on fellow running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire on Tuesday, solidifying their backfield behind incumbent Isiah Pacheco heading into offseason workouts.McKinnon, who turns 31 this week, ran 72 times for 291 yards and a touchdown but was at his best out of the backfield, catching 56 passes for 512 yards and nine scores. McKinnon ended the regular season by reaching the end zone in six straight games, helping the Chiefs secure the No. 1 seed and first-round playoff bye.McKinnon helped the Chiefs reach the Super Bowl and could have scored there, but he gave himself up at the 2-yard line in the closing minutes. That allowed the Chiefs to hit the winning field goal in a 38-35 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles.“He's certainly a guy that we love and greatly admire,” Chiefs general manager Brett Veach said Monday.Edwards-Helaire, a first-round pick in 2020, was the starter heading into last season, but injuries that have held him back throughout his career resurfaced. He missed much of the season with a high ankle sprain, forcing Pacheco to step into the role of lead running back, and the seventh-round draft pick never gave it up.Edwards-Helaire came off injured reserve for the Super Bowl, but was inactive for the game.In other news, Veach acknowledged that the Chiefs will begin working with All-Pro defensive tackle Chris Jones on a contract extension. He's entering the final year of an $80 million, four-year deal, and his salary cap hit is $28 million for this season.The 28-year-old Jones is coming off perhaps his best season. The four-time Pro Bowl pick matched a career high with 15 1/2 sacks in the regular season, then ended a maddeningly playoff oh-for by picking up his first two postseason sacks.“I think that's on the list of things to do,” Veach said. “We get into the offseason, and you know, you’re into combine meetings, and then you’re into free agency, and then you’re into the draft. And then after the draft, let the dust settle and start working on the future and things we can get accomplished in the spring.”Veach indicated that he would like to get an extension done before the Chiefs report to training camp in July.“We'll get to work and see what we can do,” he said.There isn't nearly the same time pressure to rework the deal of MVP quarterback Patrick Mahomes, though that could be on the agenda soon. He just completed the first season of a 10-year, $450 million contract, but recent deals — including one signed by the Eagle's Jalen Hurts — already have pushed Mahomes to seventh in the league in average yearly salary.The benefits of working on Mahomes' contracts are twofold: The Chiefs want to keep him happy by paying him among the top tier of QBs, but they also can create some salary cap flexibility by altering the structure of the deal going forward.“We're a few years into a long deal,” Veach said, “but at the same time, we have great communication with Pat, so that'll be a situation where we work through all those things. There's no timing from our end because we're in constant communication.”<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp;

🏈 Chiefs re-sign McKinnon, decline 5th year on Edwards-Helaire

Baseball Wednesday Oklahoma Wesleyan 5, Ottawa 2 Friends 10, Tabor 4 Oklahoma Wesleyan 10, Kansas Wesleyan 5

Thursday Schedule 11:00 Friends vs McPherson 3:00 Tabor vs Kansas Wesleyan 7:00 Ottawa vs Friends/McPherson loser Softball Wednesday Ottawa 7, York 3 Avila 3, Bethany 1 Oklahoma Wesleyan 2, Kansas Wesleyan 0 McPherson 3, Friends 1 (9-inn) Winners Bracket Ottawa 4, Avila 2 Oklahoma Wesleyan 2, McPherson 1 (13-inn) Losers Bracket Friends 9, Kansas Wesleyan 4 Bethany 4, York 2 Thursday Schedule 12:00 Ottawa vs Friends 12:00 McPherson vs Bethany 2:30 Avila vs Oklahoma Wesleyan 2:30 Ottawa/Friends winner vs McPherson/Bethany winner 5:00 Avila/Ok. Wesleyan loser vs Consolation bracket winner Friday Schedule 1:30 Championship game 4:00 2nd Championship game if necessary

All ticketing will be done through HomeTown Ticketing digitally, and can be purchased on the KCAC Tickets page. NO TICKETS WILL BE SOLD ON-SITE.

Single-Day Pricing (wristbands will be used for re-entry):

$6 - Faculty and Staff (With KCAC Member Institution ID)

Free – KCAC Students (with valid KCAC Institution student ID), Children 5 &amp; Under

Championship Pass Pricing (pass good for the full event):

$11 - Championship Senior (55 &amp; Up) Pass

$11 - Championship Faculty and Staff (With KCAC Member Institution ID) Pass

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 </figure>Baseball Wednesday Oklahoma Wesleyan 5, Ottawa 2 Friends 10, Tabor 4 Oklahoma Wesleyan 10, Kansas Wesleyan 5Thursday Schedule 11:00 Friends vs McPherson 3:00 Tabor vs Kansas Wesleyan 7:00 Ottawa vs Friends/McPherson loser Softball Wednesday Ottawa 7, York 3 Avila 3, Bethany 1 Oklahoma Wesleyan 2, Kansas Wesleyan 0 McPherson 3, Friends 1 (9-inn) Winners Bracket Ottawa 4, Avila 2 Oklahoma Wesleyan 2, McPherson 1 (13-inn) Losers Bracket Friends 9, Kansas Wesleyan 4 Bethany 4, York 2 Thursday Schedule 12:00 Ottawa vs Friends 12:00 McPherson vs Bethany 2:30 Avila vs Oklahoma Wesleyan 2:30 Ottawa/Friends winner vs McPherson/Bethany winner 5:00 Avila/Ok. Wesleyan loser vs Consolation bracket winner Friday Schedule 1:30 Championship game 4:00 2nd Championship game if necessaryAll ticketing will be done through HomeTown Ticketing digitally, and can be purchased on the KCAC Tickets page. NO TICKETS WILL BE SOLD ON-SITE.Single-Day Pricing (wristbands will be used for re-entry):$12 - Adults$6 - Seniors (55 &amp; Up)$6 - Faculty and Staff (With KCAC Member Institution ID)$3 - Children 6 – 17Free – KCAC Students (with valid KCAC Institution student ID), Children 5 &amp; UnderChampionship Pass Pricing (pass good for the full event):$22 - Championship Adult Pass$11 - Championship Senior (55 &amp; Up) Pass$11 - Championship Faculty and Staff (With KCAC Member Institution ID) Pass<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

⚾🥎  KCAC Baseball/Softball Tournament Scores and Schedule

LAWRENCE, Kan.&nbsp;– Guards Arterio Morris and Nicolas Timberlake have transferred to Kansas, KU men’s basketball coach Bill Self announced today. Both student-athletes will be immediately eligible for the 2023-24 season.

Morris, 6-foot-3, 190 pounds, comes to Kansas from Texas, where he was a freshman in 2022-23. The Dallas native came off the bench in all 38 games for the Longhorns, who won the Big 12 Tournament and advanced to the NCAA Tournament Midwest Regional final. Morris averaged 11.7 minutes and 4.6 points per game, and made 29 three-point field goals as a freshman. He recorded six games of 10 points or more, including a career-high 25 points on 9-of-11 shooting, 5-for-7 threes, in just 18 minutes versus Louisiana (Dec. 21).

Morris was a 2022 McDonald’s All-American while at Kimball High School in Dallas. A five-star recruit, Morris was ranked as the No. 15 prospect nationally by Rivals.com and No. 17 by 247Sports.com and ESPN100.

“Arterio was highly recruited coming out of high school and we watched him a ton his senior year at Kimball,” Self said. “When he entered the portal, we went right after him. Arterio is one of the most talented guards in the country who hasn’t scratched the surface of his potential. He can defend. He can slide. His explosiveness and versatility will be a great addition to our team.”

Timberlake, 6-foot-4, 205 pounds, from Braintree, Massachusetts, will be a super senior in 2023-24 after transferring to Kansas from Towson.

“Shooting was one of the things we needed to replace from last year’s team and with Nicolas we feel like we’ve done that,” Self said. “He’s a proven shooter. He shot 42 percent from three last year which ranked high nationally, while averaging 18 points a game, which shows his scoring ability. Being a four-year guy at Towson, Nicolas comes here with a lot of experience.”

A two-time All-Colonial Athletics Association (CAA) First Team selection in 2022 and 2023, Timberlake led Towson in scoring at 17.7 points per game in 2022-23, which ranked third in the CAA. He shot 45.5 percent from the field, including 41.6 percent from three-point range, which was second in the CAA and 13th nationally. Timberlake led the CAA with an 84.5 free throw percentage, had 12 games of 20-plus points and three 30-point performances, including a career-high 34 points against Charleston on Feb. 23. Additionally, Timberlake was named to the 2023 CAA All-Tournament Team after averaging 18.0 points in two tourney games.

The 2020 CAA Sixth Man of the Year, Timberlake started 90-of-122 games played at Towson, including every game for the last three seasons. He is the school’s all-time leader in three-point field goal made with 233 and three pointers attempted with 614. Timberlake comes to Kansas with career totals of 1,522 points (12.5 ppg), 470 rebounds (3.9 rpg), 193 assists (1.6) and 100 steals (2.5).

Prior to Towson, Timberlake played the 2017-18 season at Kimball Union Academy prep school in New Hampshire. He graduated from Braintree High School in 2017.

With the additions of Morris and Timberlake, Kansas now has six newcomers set to join the program for the 2023-24 season. The duo joins Marcus Adams Jr. (G, 6-8, 205, Torrance, California), Elmarko Jackson (G, 6-3, 185, Marlton, New Jersey, South Kent School [Conn.]), Chris Johnson (G, 6-4, 180, Fort Bend, Texas, Montverde Academy [Fla.]) and Jamari McDowell (G, 6-4, 180, Manvel, Texas, Manvel High School).

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<figure>
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 </figure>LAWRENCE, Kan.&nbsp;– Guards Arterio Morris and Nicolas Timberlake have transferred to Kansas, KU men’s basketball coach Bill Self announced today. Both student-athletes will be immediately eligible for the 2023-24 season.Morris, 6-foot-3, 190 pounds, comes to Kansas from Texas, where he was a freshman in 2022-23. The Dallas native came off the bench in all 38 games for the Longhorns, who won the Big 12 Tournament and advanced to the NCAA Tournament Midwest Regional final. Morris averaged 11.7 minutes and 4.6 points per game, and made 29 three-point field goals as a freshman. He recorded six games of 10 points or more, including a career-high 25 points on 9-of-11 shooting, 5-for-7 threes, in just 18 minutes versus Louisiana (Dec. 21).Morris was a 2022 McDonald’s All-American while at Kimball High School in Dallas. A five-star recruit, Morris was ranked as the No. 15 prospect nationally by Rivals.com and No. 17 by 247Sports.com and ESPN100.“Arterio was highly recruited coming out of high school and we watched him a ton his senior year at Kimball,” Self said. “When he entered the portal, we went right after him. Arterio is one of the most talented guards in the country who hasn’t scratched the surface of his potential. He can defend. He can slide. His explosiveness and versatility will be a great addition to our team.”<figure>
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 </figure>Timberlake, 6-foot-4, 205 pounds, from Braintree, Massachusetts, will be a super senior in 2023-24 after transferring to Kansas from Towson.“Shooting was one of the things we needed to replace from last year’s team and with Nicolas we feel like we’ve done that,” Self said. “He’s a proven shooter. He shot 42 percent from three last year which ranked high nationally, while averaging 18 points a game, which shows his scoring ability. Being a four-year guy at Towson, Nicolas comes here with a lot of experience.”A two-time All-Colonial Athletics Association (CAA) First Team selection in 2022 and 2023, Timberlake led Towson in scoring at 17.7 points per game in 2022-23, which ranked third in the CAA. He shot 45.5 percent from the field, including 41.6 percent from three-point range, which was second in the CAA and 13th nationally. Timberlake led the CAA with an 84.5 free throw percentage, had 12 games of 20-plus points and three 30-point performances, including a career-high 34 points against Charleston on Feb. 23. Additionally, Timberlake was named to the 2023 CAA All-Tournament Team after averaging 18.0 points in two tourney games.The 2020 CAA Sixth Man of the Year, Timberlake started 90-of-122 games played at Towson, including every game for the last three seasons. He is the school’s all-time leader in three-point field goal made with 233 and three pointers attempted with 614. Timberlake comes to Kansas with career totals of 1,522 points (12.5 ppg), 470 rebounds (3.9 rpg), 193 assists (1.6) and 100 steals (2.5).Prior to Towson, Timberlake played the 2017-18 season at Kimball Union Academy prep school in New Hampshire. He graduated from Braintree High School in 2017.<figure>
 <img src="https://kuathletics.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Timberlake-graphic.jpg" alt="Via KU Sports" />
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 </figure>With the additions of Morris and Timberlake, Kansas now has six newcomers set to join the program for the 2023-24 season. The duo joins Marcus Adams Jr. (G, 6-8, 205, Torrance, California), Elmarko Jackson (G, 6-3, 185, Marlton, New Jersey, South Kent School [Conn.]), Chris Johnson (G, 6-4, 180, Fort Bend, Texas, Montverde Academy [Fla.]) and Jamari McDowell (G, 6-4, 180, Manvel, Texas, Manvel High School).<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp;&nbsp;

🏀 MBB: Kansas adds two transfers - Morris and Timberlake

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LAWRENCE, Kan. —&nbsp;Freshman Lizzy Ludwig tossed a gem Wednesday night, throwing her second complete game of the season to lift Kansas to a 3-1 victory over No. 18 Wichita State at Arrocha Ballpark.

Ludwig allowed just one run on four hits, while striking out a pair to help the Jayhawks improve to 23-24 on the season heading into a pivotal three-game home series against Iowa State. The Shockers suffered just their ninth loss of the season and fell to 43-9.

“This was huge for us. It was the start of what we’ve talked about all week long,” said Head Coach Jennifer McFalls. “We wanted to focus on this game tonight and not get ahead of ourselves. We took care of business tonight and now we have three more we have to take care of this weekend. They know what’s on the line. They’re very locked in, and that’s what I love the most about them. They’re ready to compete, had great energy today and were focused. We have to bring that this weekend, and I think if we do that, we’ll be in good shape.”

Ludwig got her fourth start of the season in the circle. She was dominant throughout against one of the top hitting teams in the country. In the seventh inning, she pitched around a leadoff walk and got a fly out to left to end the game and improve to 4-7 on the season.

Both pitchers opened the game throwing three scoreless innings. However, Kansas was able to break the scoreless tie in the bottom of the fourth. The scoring started when sophomore designated player Olivia Bruno drew a walk. McFalls brought in junior Angela Price to pinch run, and she stole second in the next at-bat.

With a runner in scoring position, senior third baseman Ashlyn Anderson singled through the left side and advanced to second to put another runner in scoring position. Freshman second baseman Hailey Cripe followed suit, singling up the middle to score the second run of the game and give Kansas a 2-0 lead heading to the fifth.

After a scoreless half inning from Ludwig, the Jayhawks added another run to their tally in the bottom of the fifth. Senior shortstop Haleigh Harper garnered her second single of the game and made her way to third, setting up a potential sacrifice fly. Senior right fielder Peyton Renzi answered and hit the sacrifice fly to left, giving Kansas a 3-0 lead.

The Shockers were finally able to get on the board in the top of the sixth. After opening the frame with a single, WSU drew a walk, putting runners on first and second. Wichita State singled to right to cut it to 3-1. With runners on the corners, Anderson made a great running play to end the inning and keep the lead at two. The Jayhawks still held a 3-1 lead as they went to the bottom half of the sixth.

The Kansas defense held strong in the top of the seventh to earn the win.

Cripe finished the night going 2-for-3 with one RBI at the dish and Harper finished a perfect 2-for-2 with one RBI.

Win: Lizzy Ludwig (4-7) Final line: 7.0 IP, 4 H, 1 R, 1 ER, 3 BB, 2 SO Loss: Lauren Howell (18-3) Final line: 4.0 IP, 4 H, 3 R, 3 ER, 2 BB, 3 SO

Kansas will host Big 12 foe Iowa State this weekend, May 5-7, at Arrocha Ballpark. All three games will be streamed via Big 12 Now on ESPN+. Fans can also listen to the live action on the Jayhawk Radio Network.

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 </figure><a href="https://kuathletics.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=3846a6408b9536a51afeabac1&amp;id=40e9ecb116&amp;e=33e05464a3" target="_blank">Box Score</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://kuathletics.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=3846a6408b9536a51afeabac1&amp;id=045a77b5a1&amp;e=33e05464a3" target="_blank">Season Stats</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://kuathletics.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=3846a6408b9536a51afeabac1&amp;id=ad53b93413&amp;e=33e05464a3" target="_blank">Gallery</a>LAWRENCE, Kan. —&nbsp;Freshman Lizzy Ludwig tossed a gem Wednesday night, throwing her second complete game of the season to lift Kansas to a 3-1 victory over No. 18 Wichita State at Arrocha Ballpark.Ludwig allowed just one run on four hits, while striking out a pair to help the Jayhawks improve to 23-24 on the season heading into a pivotal three-game home series against Iowa State. The Shockers suffered just their ninth loss of the season and fell to 43-9.“This was huge for us. It was the start of what we’ve talked about all week long,” said Head Coach Jennifer McFalls. “We wanted to focus on this game tonight and not get ahead of ourselves. We took care of business tonight and now we have three more we have to take care of this weekend. They know what’s on the line. They’re very locked in, and that’s what I love the most about them. They’re ready to compete, had great energy today and were focused. We have to bring that this weekend, and I think if we do that, we’ll be in good shape.”Ludwig got her fourth start of the season in the circle. She was dominant throughout against one of the top hitting teams in the country. In the seventh inning, she pitched around a leadoff walk and got a fly out to left to end the game and improve to 4-7 on the season.Both pitchers opened the game throwing three scoreless innings. However, Kansas was able to break the scoreless tie in the bottom of the fourth. The scoring started when sophomore designated player Olivia Bruno drew a walk. McFalls brought in junior Angela Price to pinch run, and she stole second in the next at-bat.With a runner in scoring position, senior third baseman Ashlyn Anderson singled through the left side and advanced to second to put another runner in scoring position. Freshman second baseman Hailey Cripe followed suit, singling up the middle to score the second run of the game and give Kansas a 2-0 lead heading to the fifth.After a scoreless half inning from Ludwig, the Jayhawks added another run to their tally in the bottom of the fifth. Senior shortstop Haleigh Harper garnered her second single of the game and made her way to third, setting up a potential sacrifice fly. Senior right fielder Peyton Renzi answered and hit the sacrifice fly to left, giving Kansas a 3-0 lead.The Shockers were finally able to get on the board in the top of the sixth. After opening the frame with a single, WSU drew a walk, putting runners on first and second. Wichita State singled to right to cut it to 3-1. With runners on the corners, Anderson made a great running play to end the inning and keep the lead at two. The Jayhawks still held a 3-1 lead as they went to the bottom half of the sixth.The Kansas defense held strong in the top of the seventh to earn the win.Cripe finished the night going 2-for-3 with one RBI at the dish and Harper finished a perfect 2-for-2 with one RBI.PITCHERS OF RECORDWin: Lizzy Ludwig (4-7) Final line: 7.0 IP, 4 H, 1 R, 1 ER, 3 BB, 2 SO Loss: Lauren Howell (18-3) Final line: 4.0 IP, 4 H, 3 R, 3 ER, 2 BB, 3 SONOTES<ul>
 <li>The Jayhawks are 18-5 when scoring first in the game,</li><li>Kansas is 8-4 when scoring three runs or more.</li><li>KU is 3-3 when it comes to 2-run victories.</li><li>This is the Jayhawks fifth time this season holding its opponent to one run in a game.</li><li>In her 26th&nbsp;appearance this season with her third start,&nbsp;Lizzy Ludwig improves her ERA to&nbsp; 2.25, ranking 11th&nbsp;in the Big 12 and earns her fourth win pitching a complete game.</li><li>Haley Cripe had two hits and an RBI vs. Wichita State. This is Cripe’s second multi-hit game on the season.</li><li>Haleigh Harper went 2-for-2, with a run vs. Wichita State. She has five multi-hit games on the season, which ties for the third best on the team.</li><li>Ashlyn Anderson went 1-for-3 with an RBI, earning her 18th&nbsp;RBI on the season and her 80th&nbsp;RBI in her career. She has 30 hits the season and has 124 hits in her career.</li><li>In her fourth start of the season, Peyton Renzi earns her fourth RBI of the season.</li>
 </ul>UP NEXTKansas will host Big 12 foe Iowa State this weekend, May 5-7, at Arrocha Ballpark. All three games will be streamed via Big 12 Now on ESPN+. Fans can also listen to the live action on the Jayhawk Radio Network.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

🥎 Kansas freshman Ludwig tosses gem to beat Wichita State

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Vinnie Pasquantino homered and drove in three runs, Zack Greinke won for the first time since last August and the Kansas City Royals snapped a 10-game home losing streak by beating the Baltimore Orioles 6-0. Greinke won for the first time in 14 starts. He allowed just three singles in five innings and striking out three. He threw only 44 pitches —- his fewest in a start since tossing 43 for Arizona at Boston on Aug. 14, 2016. The Royals won their second home game of the season to improve to 2-13 at Kauffman Stadium. The Royals knocked Kyle Gibson out of the game with four runs in the seventh.

ST. LOUIS (AP) — Mike Trout and Jake Lamb hit solo homers in the 9th inning, Shohei Ohtani tied a career-high with 13 strikeouts and the Los Angeles Angels rallied to beat the St. Louis Cardinals 6-4. Los Angeles has won six of its last eight games, while the Cardinals have lost five in a row. Ohtani didn’t get the decision, but did become the second player in MLB history to record 500 career strikeouts and hit at least 100 home runs, joining Babe Ruth. Brandon Drury also homered for the Angels. Ryan Tepera (2-1) earned the win and Carlos Estevez picked up his seventh save of the season. Dylan Carlson and Nolan Gorman homered for St. Louis, which at 10-21 is off to its worst start since the 1973 squad opened the season 8-23.

DENVER (AP) — Kyle Freeland pitched five scoreless innings, Kris Bryant and Charlie Blackmon homered and the Colorado Rockies beat the Milwaukee Brewers 7-1 on Wednesday night for their season-best third straight win. Alan Trejo hit a three-run double and Elías Díaz had an RBI single for Colorado, which improved to 9-3 in its last 12 games against the Brewers. Already ahead 4-0, the Rockies added to their lead in the seventh when Jurickson Profar doubled off Tyson Miller and Bryant launched his fourth homer. Blackmon connected for a solo shot off Jake Cousins in the eighth.

DETROIT (AP) — New York Mets ace Max Scherzer struggled in his return from a suspension Wednesday night, allowing six runs on eight hits in 3 1/3 innings against the Detroit Tigers during the second game of a doubleheader. Scherzer was suspended for 10 games by Major League Baseball on April 20 after getting ejected for having a foreign substance on his pitching hand during his April 19 start against the Los Angeles Dodgers. The three-time Cy Young Award winner was facing the Tigers for the third time since leaving the team after the 2014 season. He gave up home runs to Eric Haase and Matt Vierling before getting lifted in the fourth. The right-hander received a drama-free check for sticky substances by first base umpire Adam Beck after the second inning.

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Max Muncy hit a game-ending grand slam and the Los Angeles Dodgers rallied from an early five-run deficit to beat the Philadelphia Phillies 10-6, extending their winning streak to a season-high six games. Bryce Harper doubled to start a four-run third inning and reached base five times in his second game of the season for the Phillies, who lost their fourth straight. Los Angeles swept the three-game series, outscoring the defending NL champions 36-11 and reaching double digits in every game. Pinch-hitter Austin Barnes gave the Dodgers a 6-5 lead with a two-run single in the eighth, but Philadelphia tied it in the ninth on Bryson Stott's RBI single. Muncy connected off Craig Kimbrel for his major league-leading 12th home run.

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 </figure>KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Vinnie Pasquantino homered and drove in three runs, Zack Greinke won for the first time since last August and the Kansas City Royals snapped a 10-game home losing streak by beating the Baltimore Orioles 6-0. Greinke won for the first time in 14 starts. He allowed just three singles in five innings and striking out three. He threw only 44 pitches —- his fewest in a start since tossing 43 for Arizona at Boston on Aug. 14, 2016. The Royals won their second home game of the season to improve to 2-13 at Kauffman Stadium. The Royals knocked Kyle Gibson out of the game with four runs in the seventh.ST. LOUIS (AP) — Mike Trout and Jake Lamb hit solo homers in the 9th inning, Shohei Ohtani tied a career-high with 13 strikeouts and the Los Angeles Angels rallied to beat the St. Louis Cardinals 6-4. Los Angeles has won six of its last eight games, while the Cardinals have lost five in a row. Ohtani didn’t get the decision, but did become the second player in MLB history to record 500 career strikeouts and hit at least 100 home runs, joining Babe Ruth. Brandon Drury also homered for the Angels. Ryan Tepera (2-1) earned the win and Carlos Estevez picked up his seventh save of the season. Dylan Carlson and Nolan Gorman homered for St. Louis, which at 10-21 is off to its worst start since the 1973 squad opened the season 8-23.DENVER (AP) — Kyle Freeland pitched five scoreless innings, Kris Bryant and Charlie Blackmon homered and the Colorado Rockies beat the Milwaukee Brewers 7-1 on Wednesday night for their season-best third straight win. Alan Trejo hit a three-run double and Elías Díaz had an RBI single for Colorado, which improved to 9-3 in its last 12 games against the Brewers. Already ahead 4-0, the Rockies added to their lead in the seventh when Jurickson Profar doubled off Tyson Miller and Bryant launched his fourth homer. Blackmon connected for a solo shot off Jake Cousins in the eighth.DETROIT (AP) — New York Mets ace Max Scherzer struggled in his return from a suspension Wednesday night, allowing six runs on eight hits in 3 1/3 innings against the Detroit Tigers during the second game of a doubleheader. Scherzer was suspended for 10 games by Major League Baseball on April 20 after getting ejected for having a foreign substance on his pitching hand during his April 19 start against the Los Angeles Dodgers. The three-time Cy Young Award winner was facing the Tigers for the third time since leaving the team after the 2014 season. He gave up home runs to Eric Haase and Matt Vierling before getting lifted in the fourth. The right-hander received a drama-free check for sticky substances by first base umpire Adam Beck after the second inning.LOS ANGELES (AP) — Max Muncy hit a game-ending grand slam and the Los Angeles Dodgers rallied from an early five-run deficit to beat the Philadelphia Phillies 10-6, extending their winning streak to a season-high six games. Bryce Harper doubled to start a four-run third inning and reached base five times in his second game of the season for the Phillies, who lost their fourth straight. Los Angeles swept the three-game series, outscoring the defending NL champions 36-11 and reaching double digits in every game. Pinch-hitter Austin Barnes gave the Dodgers a 6-5 lead with a two-run single in the eighth, but Philadelphia tied it in the ninth on Bryson Stott's RBI single. Muncy connected off Craig Kimbrel for his major league-leading 12th home run.OVERLAND PARK, Kan. (AP) — Jackson Mahomes, the brother of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, was briefly jailed on aggravated sexual battery charges over an alleged altercation at a restaurant in late February. Online court records show that 22-year-old Jackson Mahomes was charged Tuesday with three counts of aggravated sexual battery and one count of battery. He was released on Wednesday after posting $100,000 bond. During a brief virtual court appearance, a judge set another court date for May 11. His lawyer said in a statement that the court prohibited him and his client from commenting. The investigation stems from accusations against Jackson Mahomes regarding an alleged Feb. 25 incident at a restaurant in the Kansas City suburb of Overland Park, Kansas.BOSTON (AP) — Jaylen Brown scored 25 points and the Boston Celtics rolled past the Philadelphia 76ers 121-87, spoiling the return of reigning league MVP Joel Embiid. The Celtics tied the series at one game apiece as the Eastern Conference semifinals series shifts to Philadelphia for Game 3 on Friday. Malcolm Brogdon added 23 points, connecting on six of Boston’s 20 3-pointers. Derrick White and Marcus Smart added 15 points apiece. Jayson Tatum played most of the game in foul trouble and was held to seven points. Boston ratcheted up its defense and limited a 76ers team that hit 17 3-pointers in its Game 1 win to just 6 of 30 from beyond the arc on Wednesday.BOSTON (AP) — Joel Embiid finally said that winning the NBA’s Most Valuable Player award has been a dream ever since he belatedly started playing basketball. Embiid says the award validates all the work that he's put into learning the sport after belatedly taking it up at the age of 15. Embiid missed Game 1 of Philadelphia’s second-round series against Boston and is officially listed as doubtful with a sprained knee for Game 2. Embiid said “it’s a possibility” he would play on Wednesday night. He did some light shooting with the team in the morning.LAS VEGAS (AP) — Ivan Barbashev scored two goals and the Golden Knights overcame Leon Draisaitl’s four goals to beat the Edmonton Oilers 6-4 in Game 1 of the second-round series. It was the second night in a row a team had won despite allowing an opposing player to score four goals. In addition to Barbashev, the Knights also received goals from Chandler Stephenson, Michael Amadio, Mark Stone and Jack Eichel. Eichel and Stone also each had an assist. Zach Whitecloud had two assists. Evan Bouchard, Mattias Ekholm, Zach Lyman and Connor McDavid each had two assists for the Oilers.RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Hurricanes got goals from Brett Pesce and Seth Jarvis alongside a suffocating defensive performance in the opening period to jump quickly on the New Jersey Devils for a 5-1 win Wednesday night to open their second-round playoff series. Jesperi Kotkaniemi, Brady Skeji and Jesper Fast added scores for the Hurricanes. Carolina allowed just one shot on goal in the opening period. Frederik Andersen finished with 18 saves for Carolina. Nathan Bastian scored the Devils' lone goal. Devils netminder Akira Schmid lasted just a few minutes into the second period after giving up three goals for New Jersey.LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — The death of four horses at Churchill Downs has overshadowed preparations for the Kentucky Derby. Two horses trained by Saffie Joseph Jr. collapsed on the track and died over the past week. Two others also died as either a result of racing or training, including Derby entrant Wild On Ice. Joseph is set to saddle Lord Miles in the first jewel of the Triple Crown on Saturday. But he has said he’s unsure of plans after the two deaths from his barn. Churchill Downs, in a statement, expressed concern over the deaths and said officials would press for answers.STARKVILLE, Miss. (AP) — Mississippi State basketball coach Chris Jans has signed a contract extension through the 2026-27 season. The school announced the move Wednesday. It comes after Jans led the Bulldogs to the NCAA Tournament in his first season. That marked only the program’s second appearance since 2009, the other coming in 2019. Mississippi State spent four weeks in The Associated Press men’s college basketball poll, peaking at No. 15 shortly before Christmas. The Bulldogs won 21 games for their best win total since winning 23 games in 2019. They fell to Pittsburgh in the NCAA First Four.WEDNESDAY SCORESINTERLEAGUEFinal Detroit 6 N.Y. Mets 5Final San Francisco 4 Houston 2Final Arizona 12 Texas 7Final Detroit 8 N.Y. Mets 1Final Tampa Bay 8 Pittsburgh 1Final L.A. Angels 6 St. Louis 4AMERICAN LEAGUEFinal Kansas City 6 Baltimore 0Final N.Y. Yankees 4 Cleveland 3Final Chicago White Sox 6 Minnesota 4Final Boston 8 Toronto 3Final Seattle 7 Oakland 2NATIONAL LEAGUEFinal San Diego 7 Cincinnati 1Final L.A. Dodgers 10 Philadelphia 6Final Atlanta 14 Miami 6Final Washington 2 Chicago Cubs 1Final Colorado 7 Milwaukee 1NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION PLAYOFFSFinal Boston 121 Philadelphia 87, Series tied 1-1NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE PLAYOFFSFinal Carolina 5 New Jersey 1, Carolina leads 1-0Final Vegas 6 Edmonton 4, Vegas leads 1-0<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;