HAYSVILLE, Kan. – In a wild finish that featured 15 runs scored between the two teams over the final two innings, the Hutchinson Monarchs held off a furious ninth-inning rally to outlast the Haysville Aviators 11-8 on Wednesday night at Plagens-Carpenter Stadium.

The win improves Hutchinson to 7-1 on the season.

The game was deadlocked at 2-2 through seven innings before the Monarchs’ bats exploded for nine runs in the eighth and ninth innings combined. Hutchinson plated three in the eighth and six more in the ninth to seemingly put the game out of reach, only to see Haysville score six of its own in the bottom of the ninth.

Braydn McClure earned the win in relief, tossing four innings while allowing just two runs on three hits. McClure struck out six but worked around five walks. Haysville's Caleb Ebert took the loss in relief.

The Monarchs appeared to slam the door shut in the top of the ninth, sending 10 batters to the plate. Big hits included a two-run double by Derek Bell and RBI singles from Jaxon Knox and Jalen Spafford. Hutchinson entered the bottom of the ninth with an 11-2 lead.

But Haysville refused to go away quietly.

The Aviators stormed back with six runs in the ninth, fueled by three doubles and a single, including a three-run double by Cayden Rabe and RBI knocks from Cameron Ortner and Gavin Jones. With two runners still on base and only one out, the Monarchs turned to closer Russell Copous.

Copous slammed the door with back-to-back strikeouts to preserve the win and squash Haysville’s comeback hopes.

The Monarchs took an early 1-0 lead in the fourth on a Braden Bradford RBI double. They added another in the sixth on a sacrifice fly from Jordan Legg. After Haysville tied the game in the bottom of the seventh on a steal of home, Hutchinson’s offense erupted.

Bradford led the Monarchs with two doubles and three RBIs. Knox added three hits and two runs driven in, while Senstock and Bell each had key run-scoring hits during the late-inning surge.

The Monarchs (7-1) return to action Friday night in Great Bend (6-2) with a 7 p.m. first pitch. Video and play-by-play will be available on the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@greatbendbatcatsbaseballclub">Bat Cat's YouTube Channel.</a>

The Monarchs will be back at Hobart-Detter Field on Saturday for Cancer Awareness Night, benefiting the Cancer Council of Reno County. Great Bend will be Saturday’s opponent as well. Admission on Saturday night is free, but a good-will donation will be accepted with all proceeds going to support the Cancer Council. Numerous items will be available to bid on including your favorite Monarch players game jerseys.

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 </figure>HAYSVILLE, Kan. – In a wild finish that featured 15 runs scored between the two teams over the final two innings, the Hutchinson Monarchs held off a furious ninth-inning rally to outlast the Haysville Aviators 11-8 on Wednesday night at Plagens-Carpenter Stadium.The win improves Hutchinson to 7-1 on the season.The game was deadlocked at 2-2 through seven innings before the Monarchs’ bats exploded for nine runs in the eighth and ninth innings combined. Hutchinson plated three in the eighth and six more in the ninth to seemingly put the game out of reach, only to see Haysville score six of its own in the bottom of the ninth.Braydn McClure earned the win in relief, tossing four innings while allowing just two runs on three hits. McClure struck out six but worked around five walks. Haysville's Caleb Ebert took the loss in relief.The Monarchs appeared to slam the door shut in the top of the ninth, sending 10 batters to the plate. Big hits included a two-run double by Derek Bell and RBI singles from Jaxon Knox and Jalen Spafford. Hutchinson entered the bottom of the ninth with an 11-2 lead.But Haysville refused to go away quietly.The Aviators stormed back with six runs in the ninth, fueled by three doubles and a single, including a three-run double by Cayden Rabe and RBI knocks from Cameron Ortner and Gavin Jones. With two runners still on base and only one out, the Monarchs turned to closer Russell Copous.Copous slammed the door with back-to-back strikeouts to preserve the win and squash Haysville’s comeback hopes.The Monarchs took an early 1-0 lead in the fourth on a Braden Bradford RBI double. They added another in the sixth on a sacrifice fly from Jordan Legg. After Haysville tied the game in the bottom of the seventh on a steal of home, Hutchinson’s offense erupted.Bradford led the Monarchs with two doubles and three RBIs. Knox added three hits and two runs driven in, while Senstock and Bell each had key run-scoring hits during the late-inning surge.The Monarchs (7-1) return to action Friday night in Great Bend (6-2) with a 7 p.m. first pitch. Video and play-by-play will be available on the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@greatbendbatcatsbaseballclub">Bat Cat's YouTube Channel.</a>The Monarchs will be back at Hobart-Detter Field on Saturday for Cancer Awareness Night, benefiting the Cancer Council of Reno County. Great Bend will be Saturday’s opponent as well. Admission on Saturday night is free, but a good-will donation will be accepted with all proceeds going to support the Cancer Council. Numerous items will be available to bid on including your favorite Monarch players game jerseys.

⚾ Hutch Monarchs outslug Aviators in late-inning fireworks

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Aaron Judge homered for the third consecutive game, Clarke Schmidt allowed just two hits over six innings, and the New York Yankees cruised to a 6-3 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Wednesday night.

Paul Goldschmidt added a pair of RBIs during a five-run second inning for New York, which improved to 5-0 against the Royals this season. The Yankees are are 12-3 against them since the start of last season, including their playoff series win.

Salvador Perez hit a two-run homer during a three-run ninth for Kansas City.

Schmidt (3-3) allowed one runner to reach second base, and that was courtesy of his own balk that advanced Maikel Garcia in the first inning. He also struck out seven to remain unbeaten in six regular-season appearances against the Royals. Devin Williams got the final two outs for his eighth save.

Kris Bubic (5-4) looked like he might be in for a duel with Schmidt after a perfect first inning. But he proceeded to allow five runs on four hits and two walks during the second, and ultimately six hits and four walks in just 4 1/3 innings.

Judge’s homer off Steven Cruz came on the heels of a two-homer game Sunday against Boston and a 469-foot shot in the series opener against Kansas City on Tuesday night. The two-time MVP has eight RBIs over the three-game span.

Until Perez’s homer, the biggest highlight for the Royals came in the fifth inning, when the Yankees loaded the bases with one out. DJ LeMahieu hit a sharp grounder to third base, where Garcia fielded it while falling to his rump. He threw to second from his back side, and a relay by Jonathan India to first base resulted in an inning-ending double play.

Jazz Chisholm, who later left the game with left groin tightness, drew a walk in the second inning after plate umpire Lance Barrett called what would have been the third strike a questionable ball. The Yankees capitalized on their fortunes, sending 10 batters to the plate in what became the decisive inning.

The Royals (34-34) are 10-18 after going on a 16-2 run in April and May.

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 </figure>KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Aaron Judge homered for the third consecutive game, Clarke Schmidt allowed just two hits over six innings, and the New York Yankees cruised to a 6-3 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Wednesday night.Paul Goldschmidt added a pair of RBIs during a five-run second inning for New York, which improved to 5-0 against the Royals this season. The Yankees are are 12-3 against them since the start of last season, including their playoff series win.Salvador Perez hit a two-run homer during a three-run ninth for Kansas City.Schmidt (3-3) allowed one runner to reach second base, and that was courtesy of his own balk that advanced Maikel Garcia in the first inning. He also struck out seven to remain unbeaten in six regular-season appearances against the Royals. Devin Williams got the final two outs for his eighth save.Kris Bubic (5-4) looked like he might be in for a duel with Schmidt after a perfect first inning. But he proceeded to allow five runs on four hits and two walks during the second, and ultimately six hits and four walks in just 4 1/3 innings.Judge’s homer off Steven Cruz came on the heels of a two-homer game Sunday against Boston and a 469-foot shot in the series opener against Kansas City on Tuesday night. The two-time MVP has eight RBIs over the three-game span.Until Perez’s homer, the biggest highlight for the Royals came in the fifth inning, when the Yankees loaded the bases with one out. DJ LeMahieu hit a sharp grounder to third base, where Garcia fielded it while falling to his rump. He threw to second from his back side, and a relay by Jonathan India to first base resulted in an inning-ending double play.<h2>Key moment</h2>Jazz Chisholm, who later left the game with left groin tightness, drew a walk in the second inning after plate umpire Lance Barrett called what would have been the third strike a questionable ball. The Yankees capitalized on their fortunes, sending 10 batters to the plate in what became the decisive inning.<h2>Key stat</h2>The Royals (34-34) are 10-18 after going on a 16-2 run in April and May.<h2>Up next</h2>

⚾ Schmidt tosses 6 scoreless as Yankees beat Royals for second straight night

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WICHITA, Kan. (June 11, 2025)&mdash;<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/joel-cesar-666802">Joel Cesar</a>&nbsp;retired all six men that he faced in the latter moments of an 11-0 shutout loss for the Wichita Wind Surge against the Corpus Christi Hooks at Equity Bank Park. In the final midweek matinee of the season, Corpus Christi scored seven times in the third to build up the bulk of their lead and later even the series.
Edwin D&iacute;az homered in his first at-bat for the second consecutive game with a two-run shot in the top of the first for a 2-0 Hooks lead.
That lead ballooned after seven runs scored on six hits: two two-run home runs, two RBI doubles, and a run-scoring single, in the top of the third. Another two-run jack from Bryan Lavastida in the next inning made the score 11-0 Corpus Christi. Donuts got hung up on the scoreboard on all sides for the rest of the day.
<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/mike-paredes-702474">Mike Paredes</a>&nbsp;provided some strong effort out of the bullpen, giving up just two earned runs on three hits with a walk and two strikeouts over four innings of work. Cesar followed and set down all six batters he faced over two frames.
POSTGAME NOTES
<ul>
<li>Rubel Cespedes moves into a three-way tie for second on the team in doubles (11) alongside Kala&rsquo;i Rosario and Aaron Sabato.</li>
<li>Aaron Sabato&rsquo;s on base streak ends at 27 games.</li>
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Wichita continues the series with the Corpus Christi Hooks on June 12 at 7:05 PM on Thirsty Thursday, presented by LDF, Standard Beverages, and House of Schwan. Come on down to Equity Bank Park for a variety of discounted drinks! You can listen to Wind Surge games on ESPN Wichita 92.3 FM and&nbsp;<a href="http://windsurge.com/">windsurge.com</a>&nbsp;or watch online at&nbsp;<a href="http://milb.tv/">MiLB.TV</a>&nbsp;and Bally Sports Live. For ticket information, please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://windsurge.com/tickets">windsurge.com/tickets</a>.</div>

⚾ Wind Surge shut out by Hooks

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Royals put left-hander Cole Ragans back on the injured list after one dismal start against the Cardinals, this time with a left rotator cuff strain, and activated reliever Lucas Erceg from the IL before Wednesday night’s game against the Yankees.

Right-hander Jonathan Bowlan also was recalled from Triple-A Omaha to provide some extended depth in the bullpen, and right-hander Trevor Richards was designated for assignment.

The 27-year-old Ragans, an All-Star for Kansas City last season,&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/royals-ragans-lugo-ffd6b1c360ba9e87a9657956ea838658">went on the IL in mid-May</a>&nbsp;with a left groin strain. He returned three weeks later at St. Louis, where he allowed five runs on five hits and three walks in just three innings, dropping him to 2-3 with a 5.18 ERA through his first 10 starts this season.

“It’s very frustrating. I feel badly for him,” Royals manager Matt Quatraro said. “He’s a diligent worker. He prepares like crazy to get out here. It’s not a lack of preparation or work ethic. Sometimes you get hurt. You throw 95, 98 miles an hour, it’s something that puts a ton of strain on your body and especially your arm. So it’s very unfortunate. It’s disappointing.”

Ragans, who was 11-9 with a 3.14 ERA last season, was undergoing more tests to determine the severity of the injury.

“I shouldn’t speculate,” Quatraro said, “but if I was going to be pressed on it, I would say we’re optimistic.”

The Royals have the luxury of six starters in their rotation, which means losing Ragans for a while does not dramatically alter their plans. Kris Bubic and Noah Cameron have been revelations early in the season, while veterans Seth Lugo, Michael Wacha and Michael Lorenzen have been able to give the club dependable innings.

Erceg, who closed games last season but had mostly been used as a setup man for Carlos Estevez, had been on the injured list since May 27 because of a lower back strain. He’s appeared in 24 games with a 1.96 ERA across 23 innings, and his return gives the Royals two of the best late-inning relievers in the American League this season.

“He’s a huge part of what we do not only in the bullpen but as a whole team,” Quatraro said.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1716411828410.jpeg" alt="Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Cole Ragans throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the Detroit Tigers Wednesday, May 22, 2024, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)" />
 <figcaption>Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Cole Ragans throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the Detroit Tigers Wednesday, May 22, 2024, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</figcaption>
 </figure>KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Royals put left-hander Cole Ragans back on the injured list after one dismal start against the Cardinals, this time with a left rotator cuff strain, and activated reliever Lucas Erceg from the IL before Wednesday night’s game against the Yankees.Right-hander Jonathan Bowlan also was recalled from Triple-A Omaha to provide some extended depth in the bullpen, and right-hander Trevor Richards was designated for assignment.The 27-year-old Ragans, an All-Star for Kansas City last season,&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/royals-ragans-lugo-ffd6b1c360ba9e87a9657956ea838658">went on the IL in mid-May</a>&nbsp;with a left groin strain. He returned three weeks later at St. Louis, where he allowed five runs on five hits and three walks in just three innings, dropping him to 2-3 with a 5.18 ERA through his first 10 starts this season.“It’s very frustrating. I feel badly for him,” Royals manager Matt Quatraro said. “He’s a diligent worker. He prepares like crazy to get out here. It’s not a lack of preparation or work ethic. Sometimes you get hurt. You throw 95, 98 miles an hour, it’s something that puts a ton of strain on your body and especially your arm. So it’s very unfortunate. It’s disappointing.”Ragans, who was 11-9 with a 3.14 ERA last season, was undergoing more tests to determine the severity of the injury.“I shouldn’t speculate,” Quatraro said, “but if I was going to be pressed on it, I would say we’re optimistic.”The Royals have the luxury of six starters in their rotation, which means losing Ragans for a while does not dramatically alter their plans. Kris Bubic and Noah Cameron have been revelations early in the season, while veterans Seth Lugo, Michael Wacha and Michael Lorenzen have been able to give the club dependable innings.Erceg, who closed games last season but had mostly been used as a setup man for Carlos Estevez, had been on the injured list since May 27 because of a lower back strain. He’s appeared in 24 games with a 1.96 ERA across 23 innings, and his return gives the Royals two of the best late-inning relievers in the American League this season.“He’s a huge part of what we do not only in the bullpen but as a whole team,” Quatraro said.

⚾ Royals place All-Star pitcher Cole Ragans back on the IL and activate reliever Lucas Erceg

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — College basketball coaches will be able to challenge officials’ calls next season for the first time, and the NCAA also said there is “positive momentum” toward switching the men’s game from halves to quarters.

The NCAA announced several minor rule changes Tuesday that affect both men’s and women’s basketball.

Men’s coaches will be able to challenge out-of-bounds calls, basket interference or goaltending, and whether a secondary defender was in the restricted area. Coaches will get at least one challenge per game but must have a timeout to use one. A successful challenge means a coach gets another one; if the challenge is unsuccessful, the coach may not challenge another call.

On the women’s side, coaches will be able to challenge out-of-bounds calls, backcourt violations, whether the correct player was called for a foul and whether a change in possession occurred before the ruling of a foul that leads to free throws.

Women’s coaches won’t need a timeout to challenge a call, but an unsuccessful challenge would lead to a technical foul for the excessive timeout.

The women’s game already is played in quarters instead of halves, while the men’s game with its 20-minute halves remains an outlier in basketball. An NCAA rules committee “recommended NCAA Division I conferences create a joint working group to provide feedback on the potential change from halves to quarters.”

On the men’s side, the NCAA also implemented several points of emphasis for officials that it said would “improve the flow of the game.” Those include telling officials “to address delay-of-game tactics, limit time spent at the monitor, improve game administration efficiency and reduce physicality.”

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1742305399084.jpeg" alt="A Wilson basketball is shown during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game between Michigan State and Oregon in the quarterfinals of the Big Ten Conference tournament in Indianapolis, Friday, March 14, 2025. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)" />
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 </figure>INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — College basketball coaches will be able to challenge officials’ calls next season for the first time, and the NCAA also said there is “positive momentum” toward switching the men’s game from halves to quarters.The NCAA announced several minor rule changes Tuesday that affect both men’s and women’s basketball.Men’s coaches will be able to challenge out-of-bounds calls, basket interference or goaltending, and whether a secondary defender was in the restricted area. Coaches will get at least one challenge per game but must have a timeout to use one. A successful challenge means a coach gets another one; if the challenge is unsuccessful, the coach may not challenge another call.On the women’s side, coaches will be able to challenge out-of-bounds calls, backcourt violations, whether the correct player was called for a foul and whether a change in possession occurred before the ruling of a foul that leads to free throws.Women’s coaches won’t need a timeout to challenge a call, but an unsuccessful challenge would lead to a technical foul for the excessive timeout.The women’s game already is played in quarters instead of halves, while the men’s game with its 20-minute halves remains an outlier in basketball. An NCAA rules committee “recommended NCAA Division I conferences create a joint working group to provide feedback on the potential change from halves to quarters.”On the men’s side, the NCAA also implemented several points of emphasis for officials that it said would “improve the flow of the game.” Those include telling officials “to address delay-of-game tactics, limit time spent at the monitor, improve game administration efficiency and reduce physicality.”

🏀 NCAA will allow coaches’ challenges in men’s and women’s basketball

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🎧⚾ Royals pounded by Yankees in Game 1; ⚾ Wind Surge wins series opener over Hooks

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 </figure><div>WICHITA, Kan. (June 10, 2025)&mdash;<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/andrew-cossetti-681355">Andrew Cossetti</a>&nbsp;homered twice as the Wichita Wind Surge powered their way to an 8-2 win in the series opener over the Corpus Christi Hooks at Equity Bank Park. The Wind Surge scored in four straight frames between the fourth and seventh for seven of their eight scores.
Edwin D&iacute;az lifted a solo home run into the Wind Surge bullpen in the top of the first for Corpus Christi to get on the board early. Cossetti responded with a round-tripper to center in the home half of the second to tie the game.
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John Garcia homered in the top of the fourth, and then&nbsp;<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/aaron-sabato-693306">Aaron Sabato</a>&nbsp;did so to knot the game up again in the bottom half of the frame.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/ben-ross-805346">Ben Ross</a>&nbsp;then singled to center to drive in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/rubel-cespedes-686438">Rubel Cespedes</a>&nbsp;to give Wichita a 3-2 lead through four innings. The two runs in the fourth marked the first of four straight frames.
Cespedes and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/kyler-fedko-693459">Kyler Fedko</a>&nbsp;singled home a baserunner each in the fifth and sixth innings. Cespedes later pulled a two-run long ball to right center after the stretch in the seventh, and Cossetti crushed one to left to mark back-to-back home runs and an 8-2 Wichita lead that held the rest of the way.
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<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/cole-percival-676931">Cole Percival</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/jacob-wosinski-814291">Jacob Wosinski</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/michael-martinez-681597">Michael Martinez</a>&nbsp;held the Hooks to just two hits over the final five innings, with Percival earning the victory in his debut with the Wind Surge after two innings of one-hit baseball with a punch out.
POSTGAME NOTES
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<li>Before today&rsquo;s game, Trent Baker and Noah Cardenas got called up to Triple-A St. Paul. Nate Baez joined Wichita from High-A Cedar Rapids as the corresponding move within the Twins system.</li>
<li>Aaron Sabato is up to a 27 game on base streak.</li>
<li>Andrew Cossetti has hit home runs in back-to-back games dating back to Sunday.</li>
<li>Rubel Cespedes and Andrew Cossetti are the third different pair of Wichita teammates to hit home runs in back-to-back at-bats this season (Aaron Sabato/Tyler Dearden on April 18, Tanner Schobel and Ricardo Olivar on May 1), but they are the first two to record the feat at Equity Bank Park.</li>
<li>The 16 home wins by the Wind Surge tie for the most in the Texas League North with Tulsa</li>
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Wichita continues the series with the Corpus Christi Hooks on June 11 at 12:05 PM on Summer Splash Day. You can listen to Wind Surge games on ESPN Wichita 92.3 FM and&nbsp;<a href="http://windsurge.com/">windsurge.com</a>&nbsp;or watch online at&nbsp;<a href="http://milb.tv/">MiLB.TV</a>&nbsp;and Bally Sports Live. For ticket information, please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://windsurge.com/tickets">windsurge.com/tickets</a>.</div>

⚾ Wind Surge hit four home runs in win over Hooks

<a href="http://glen.grunwald@eaglemedia.com">By Glen Grunwald</a>

HAYSVILLE, Kan. — The Hutchinson Monarchs saw their undefeated streak come to an end Tuesday night, falling 6-5 to the Haysville Aviators in a tightly contested matchup.

The Monarchs (6-1) outhit the Aviators 10-7 but were unable to overcome key moments that tilted the game in Haysville’s favor. The Aviators capitalized on a wild fifth inning and a critical home run to secure the win at home.

Haysville’s starting pitcher Cooper Senne earned the win, while Hutchinson’s starting pitcher, Cole Toureau took the loss.

The Monarchs struck first in the top of the fourth with back-to-back RBI singles from Jace Legg and Bryson Bradford to tie the game at 2-2. However, the Aviators responded with a four-run bottom half, highlighted by a two-run double from Owen Rush and a wild pitch that allowed Cale Ortner to score.

Hutchinson clawed back in the fifth inning with a two-run single by Legg, bringing the Monarchs within one. But in the bottom of the fifth, Quincy Groebl extended the Aviators’ lead to 6-4 with a solo home run to left field.

Bradford later scored on a wild pitch in the top of the eighth to make it a one-run game, and Kade Demmer followed with a double, but the Monarchs couldn't push across the tying run.

Hutchinson finished with 10 hits and no errors, while Haysville managed 7 hits and committed one error.

The Monarchs&nbsp;will look to bounce back tonight as they again match up with the Aviators in Haysville with the first pitch at 7 p.m. tonight. Hutchinson hopes to start a new winning streak, while the Aviators (6-2) gain momentum with a big win over one of the league's hottest teams.

<a href="https://web.gc.com/teams/J87f4HorVhAi/2025-summer-haysville-aviators/schedule/07f15092-e86c-44d4-ad54-80019fa8592e/box-score">BOXSCORE</a>

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 </figure><a href="http://glen.grunwald@eaglemedia.com">By Glen Grunwald</a>HutchpostHAYSVILLE, Kan. — The Hutchinson Monarchs saw their undefeated streak come to an end Tuesday night, falling 6-5 to the Haysville Aviators in a tightly contested matchup.The Monarchs (6-1) outhit the Aviators 10-7 but were unable to overcome key moments that tilted the game in Haysville’s favor. The Aviators capitalized on a wild fifth inning and a critical home run to secure the win at home.Haysville’s starting pitcher Cooper Senne earned the win, while Hutchinson’s starting pitcher, Cole Toureau took the loss.The Monarchs struck first in the top of the fourth with back-to-back RBI singles from Jace Legg and Bryson Bradford to tie the game at 2-2. However, the Aviators responded with a four-run bottom half, highlighted by a two-run double from Owen Rush and a wild pitch that allowed Cale Ortner to score.Hutchinson clawed back in the fifth inning with a two-run single by Legg, bringing the Monarchs within one. But in the bottom of the fifth, Quincy Groebl extended the Aviators’ lead to 6-4 with a solo home run to left field.Bradford later scored on a wild pitch in the top of the eighth to make it a one-run game, and Kade Demmer followed with a double, but the Monarchs couldn't push across the tying run.Hutchinson finished with 10 hits and no errors, while Haysville managed 7 hits and committed one error.The Monarchs&nbsp;will look to bounce back tonight as they again match up with the Aviators in Haysville with the first pitch at 7 p.m. tonight. Hutchinson hopes to start a new winning streak, while the Aviators (6-2) gain momentum with a big win over one of the league's hottest teams. <a href="https://web.gc.com/teams/J87f4HorVhAi/2025-summer-haysville-aviators/schedule/07f15092-e86c-44d4-ad54-80019fa8592e/box-score">BOXSCORE</a>

⚾ Hutch Monarchs suffer first loss of season in battle against Haysville Aviators

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Austin Wells hit a three-run homer and finished with five RBIs, Aaron Judge hit&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/new-york-yankees-kansas-city-royals-2ea322cc91d74f45eb79b63a232dc463">the third-longest homer</a>&nbsp;in the majors this season, and the New York Yankees routed the Kansas City Royals 10-2 on Tuesday night.

Max Fried (9-1) bounced back from his first loss of the season, pitching seven innings of two-run ball for New York.

Wells homered on a full-count pitch from Noah Cameron (2-2) with two outs in the fourth inning, then added a two-run double in the sixth after a 10-pitch duel with Taylor Clarke. He matched his career high for RBIs in a game.

Judge's two-run homer in the first had an exit velocity of 117.9 mph and traveled 469 feet, landing on the roof of the Royals Hall of Fame in left field. Only the Angels' Mike Trout and Logan O'Hoppe have hit longer home runs this season.

Judge added a bloop RBI single in the sixth inning, when the Yankees put the game away with five more runs off the Kansas City bullpen. Cody Bellinger drove in one of them with the 1,000th hit of his career.

Cameron wound up allowing six runs and seven hits over 5 2/3 innings. It was the first time in the left-hander's first six big league starts that he allowed more than one run or failed to make it through six innings.

Jac Caglianone singled and had an RBI groundout in&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/kansas-city-royals-jac-caglianone-b91fc63d53d5aa12ec0283b72e8f7f14">his home debut</a>&nbsp;for Kansas City. Jonathan India homered in the sixth, and Tyler Tolbert singled in the eighth for his first big league hit.

Judge's homer sent a shock through a star-studded crowd. Among those at Kauffman Stadium were Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, Hall of Famers George Brett and Reggie Jackson, and actor and noted Yankees fan Alfonso Ribeiro.

Judge has reached safely in 61 of 65 games this season, including every game the Yankees have played on the road.

RHP Clarke Schmidt (2-3, 4.04 ERA) starts Tuesday night for New York. LHP Kris Bubic (5-3, 1.43 ERA) gets the nod for Kansas City.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Austin Wells hit a three-run homer and finished with five RBIs, Aaron Judge hit&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/new-york-yankees-kansas-city-royals-2ea322cc91d74f45eb79b63a232dc463">the third-longest homer</a>&nbsp;in the majors this season, and the New York Yankees routed the Kansas City Royals 10-2 on Tuesday night.Max Fried (9-1) bounced back from his first loss of the season, pitching seven innings of two-run ball for New York.Wells homered on a full-count pitch from Noah Cameron (2-2) with two outs in the fourth inning, then added a two-run double in the sixth after a 10-pitch duel with Taylor Clarke. He matched his career high for RBIs in a game.Judge's two-run homer in the first had an exit velocity of 117.9 mph and traveled 469 feet, landing on the roof of the Royals Hall of Fame in left field. Only the Angels' Mike Trout and Logan O'Hoppe have hit longer home runs this season.Judge added a bloop RBI single in the sixth inning, when the Yankees put the game away with five more runs off the Kansas City bullpen. Cody Bellinger drove in one of them with the 1,000th hit of his career.Cameron wound up allowing six runs and seven hits over 5 2/3 innings. It was the first time in the left-hander's first six big league starts that he allowed more than one run or failed to make it through six innings.Jac Caglianone singled and had an RBI groundout in&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/kansas-city-royals-jac-caglianone-b91fc63d53d5aa12ec0283b72e8f7f14">his home debut</a>&nbsp;for Kansas City. Jonathan India homered in the sixth, and Tyler Tolbert singled in the eighth for his first big league hit.<h2>Key moment</h2>Judge's homer sent a shock through a star-studded crowd. Among those at Kauffman Stadium were Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, Hall of Famers George Brett and Reggie Jackson, and actor and noted Yankees fan Alfonso Ribeiro.<h2>Key stat</h2>Judge has reached safely in 61 of 65 games this season, including every game the Yankees have played on the road.<h2>Up next</h2>RHP Clarke Schmidt (2-3, 4.04 ERA) starts Tuesday night for New York. LHP Kris Bubic (5-3, 1.43 ERA) gets the nod for Kansas City.

⚾ Judge's 469-foot homer powers Yankees to rout of Royals in series opener

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LAWRENCE, Kan. &ndash;&nbsp;On the heels of one of the finest seasons in Kansas baseball history, including a program record 42 regular season wins, Director of Athletics&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://kuathletics.com/staff-directory/travis-goff/166" rel="smarttag" rev="166">Travis Goff</a></dfn>&nbsp;announced Tuesday that 2025 Big 12 Coach of the Year&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://kuathletics.com/sports/baseball/roster/coaches/dan-fitzgerald/871" rel="smarttag" rev="871">Dan Fitzgerald</a></dfn>&nbsp;has signed an amended six-year contract with the Jayhawks. Fitzgerald led Kansas to its first NCAA Tournament appearance since 2014 this past season, while overseeing a truly historic season in Lawrence. The Jayhawks set program records in Big 12 wins (20), conference wins (20), conference series wins (seven), conference series sweeps (five), road wins (20), come-from-behind wins (26) and home runs (104). "This contract is a reflection of&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://kuathletics.com/sports/baseball/roster/coaches/dan-fitzgerald/871" rel="smarttag" rev="871">Dan Fitzgerald</a></dfn>'s remarkable impact during his time in Lawrence," Goff said. "The program's progression on the field is well documented and certainly unprecedented. And this extension demonstrates our belief that we can compete for conference championships and CWS appearances under his leadership. Dan is an elite leader and mentor for the student-athletes in his program, creating a culture of accountability, holistic excellence and strong character." "Fitz and his wonderful family have been an ideal fit for our department and the community, and we are excited for the future of Kansas Baseball under one of the very best leaders in the country." The investment in the coaching staff for KU baseball is part of a broader investment in the sport of baseball at Kansas. An increase in scholarships, plans to implement revenue sharing for student-athletes in the program, and the prioritization of facility investment present an opportunity for Kansas baseball to be a leader in the Big 12 and nationally. Prior to the 2025 season, Hoglund Ballpark saw several upgrades, including a new field surface installed by Mammoth Sports Construction. Kansas Athletics and Mammoth Sports Construction are continuing to evaluate and analyze future facility investments at Hoglund Ballpark. "Kelly and I would like to thank Chancellor Girod,&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://kuathletics.com/staff-directory/travis-goff/166" rel="smarttag" rev="166">Travis Goff</a></dfn>,&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://kuathletics.com/staff-directory/sean-lester/170" rel="smarttag" rev="170">Sean Lester</a></dfn>&nbsp;and the entire administration for the opportunity to continue to build Kansas Baseball," Fitzgerald said. "I am so appreciative to my staff who have worked relentlessly to recruit and develop the right student-athletes. This past season was a major step forward &ndash; one that gives us a great road map for the journey ahead." Fitzgerald was introduced as the Kansas coach in June of 2022 and wasted no time turning around a team that finished last in the Big 12 the season before his arrival. He and his coaching staff of&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://kuathletics.com/sports/baseball/roster/coaches/brandon-scott/872" rel="smarttag" rev="872">Brandon Scott</a></dfn>,&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://kuathletics.com/sports/baseball/roster/coaches/tyler-hancock/873" rel="smarttag" rev="873">Tyler Hancock</a></dfn>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://kuathletics.com/sports/baseball/roster/coaches/jon-coyne/874" rel="smarttag" rev="874">Jon Coyne</a></dfn>&nbsp;quickly overhauled the roster, announcing the addition of a transfer class that was ranked in the Top 25 nationally by Baseball America and D1Baseball. Fitzgerald, who has 99 victories over his first three seasons as the Kansas coach, won his debut in February of 2023 with a 5-1 victory over Valparaiso. Fitzgerald's fingerprints were all over KU's early success in his first season. The Jayhawks ultimately won 25 games and doubled their conference win total and improved their overall win total by five games. Kansas also tied a program record with 75 home runs, taking advantage of Fitzgerald's offensive background. The first season under Fitzgerald also boasted a seven-game winning streak, which included a series win at No. 19 West Virginia.&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://kuathletics.com/sports/baseball/roster/kodey-shojinaga/141" rel="smarttag" rev="141">Kodey Shojinaga</a></dfn>&nbsp;was named Big 12 Co-Freshman of the Year under Fitzgerald's tutelage and the Jayhawks upset No. 1 seed and nationally ranked Texas in the opening round of the Big 12 Championship. The Jayhawks took another positive step in Fitzgerald's second season. Landing the No. 1 junior college recruiting class for the second straight year, Kansas assembled the No. 9 overall transfer class in the country per D1Baseball and the best class in the Big 12 Conference. &nbsp; Kansas finished year two of the Fitzgerald era with a 31-23 (15-15 Big 12) record and made it to the semifinals of the Big 12 Championship for the first time in 11 years. &nbsp;Fitzgerald and his staff once again produced the Big 12 Freshman of the Year in&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://kuathletics.com/sports/baseball/roster/dominic-voegele/16130" rel="smarttag" rev="16130">Dominic Voegele</a></dfn>. Shojinaga and Voegele won the award in back-to-back years after the Jayhawks had never had a prior winner. KU won a series against No. 3 TCU, marking the first series win against a top-five ranked opponent since 2010 and the 15 Big 12 wins tied a program record. &nbsp; Following the season, Kansas produced six draft picks, which marked the most KU players selected in the top 20 rounds of an MLB Draft in program history. Two others signed professional contracts, giving KU eight players from the 2024 roster moving on to play professional baseball, marking the most players in a single year in program history. &nbsp; All that set up an incredibly memorable season in Lawrence in 2025. &nbsp;The Jayhawks opened the year by winning their first eight games of the season to equal their best start to a season in 11 years. Kansas then tied an NCAA record in March when it hit five consecutive home runs at Minnesota en route to a 17-3 start&mdash;the best 20-game start in 135 seasons of Kansas baseball. &nbsp; Five days after the five homers at Minnesota, Kansas was ranked No. 22 in the NCBWA Top 25 poll, marking the first national ranking for the Jayhawks since 2014. The Jayhawk faithful rewarded the team's efforts by setting a Hoglund Ballpark attendance record on March 28 against Oklahoma State with 2,660 fans. That game came in the middle of a nine-game winning streak, which is tied for the longest winning streak of the Fitzgerald era to this point. &nbsp; &nbsp; The Jayhawks never relented the rest of the season, winning five of their final six conference games, including a three-game sweep at No. 14 West Virginia to close the regular season and finish with a 20-10 record in the Big 12 to lead all conference teams in Big 12 victories. The sweep on the road against a ranked West Virginia team was the first sweep on the road against a Top 25 opponent since 2003 and gave Kansas 42 regular season wins, four more than its previous best. &nbsp; &nbsp; Fitzgerald, who was named the first Big 12 Coach of the Year in program history following the West Virginia trip, led the Jayhawks to the Big 12 Championship semifinals for the second straight year. Kansas was then selected for the Fayetteville Regional in the NCAA Tournament, making its first regional appearance in 11 years and continuing to show the rapid rise of the Jayhawks under Fitzgerald. &nbsp; "Travis and I have a shared vision and excitement for the future of Jayhawk Baseball," Fitzgerald explained. "His leadership and trust have been a major foundational piece of our success. I am very honored and blessed to be the head baseball coach at the University of Kansas and confidently look forward to the future of KU Baseball."</div>

⚾ KU inks Fitzgerald to new 6-year deal

<a href="mailto:sean.boston@eaglemedia.com">SEAN BOSTON</a> Hutch Post

HAVEN, Kan. —&nbsp;Haven High School graduate Nash Wray etched his name into Kansas baseball history this spring, finishing his prep career as the state’s all-time leader in base hits.

Wray recorded 155 hits over four seasons, breaking the Kansas State High School Activities Association career record. He surpassed the previous mark of 140, set earlier this spring by Hayden Kearney of Valley Falls.

“It means a lot,” Wray said. “It’s crazy to think about, but my coaches, my dad, and everyone around me helped me to accomplish what I got done.”

A left-handed batter and right-handed thrower, Wray was a four-year starter at shortstop and a mainstay in the Wildcats’ lineup. He was named a unanimous first-team All-Central Kansas League selection at shortstop and earned first-team all-state honors in Class 3A as a middle infielder.

Wray plans to continue his career at Hutchinson Community College, where he’ll play for head coach Brock Nehls. He is spending his summer with the Kingman Islanders, a member of the Jayhawk Collegiate League, to prepare for the jump to college baseball.

“It’s going pretty good so far,” Wray said. “It’s just going to get me ready for this fall and spring next year, to see college arms and stuff.”

Known for his speed and versatility, Wray batted left-handed to give himself an edge out of the box, particularly on bunts and infield hits. While he initially tried switch-hitting as a youngster, he quickly committed to the left side.

“I feel like I can get faster out of the box,” he said. “It’s easier to lay down a bunt to third and beat it out.”

Though the Wildcats never broke through to the state tournament, Wray said the experience playing alongside his teammates was unforgettable.

“It was really fun playing with the guys I played with throughout the four years,” he said. “They made it fun. My coaches and family and everyone else around me made it fun.”

A three-sport athlete, Wray also served as the Wildcats’ quarterback in football and point guard in basketball. He believes his multi-sport background was key to his success.

“Playing multiple sports helped me by making me stronger mentally and physically,” Wray said. “It helped me become faster, have better IQ, and be more savvy about baseball. It just made me a better athlete and a better person.”

At Hutchinson, Wray expects to play primarily shortstop but is also open to seeing time in the outfield, anywhere he can contribute.

“I just want to play,” he said. “Wherever I get put next year, I’ll be ready.”

Nash's younger brother, Brogan, also had a stellar season as a sophomore, earning first-team All-Central Kansas League third base and honorable mention all-state honors.&nbsp;

You can see the complete list of all high school records in the state, by <a href="https://www.kshof.org/state-records">clicking here</a>.

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 </figure><a href="mailto:sean.boston@eaglemedia.com">SEAN BOSTON</a> Hutch PostHAVEN, Kan. —&nbsp;Haven High School graduate Nash Wray etched his name into Kansas baseball history this spring, finishing his prep career as the state’s all-time leader in base hits.Wray recorded 155 hits over four seasons, breaking the Kansas State High School Activities Association career record. He surpassed the previous mark of 140, set earlier this spring by Hayden Kearney of Valley Falls.“It means a lot,” Wray said. “It’s crazy to think about, but my coaches, my dad, and everyone around me helped me to accomplish what I got done.”A left-handed batter and right-handed thrower, Wray was a four-year starter at shortstop and a mainstay in the Wildcats’ lineup. He was named a unanimous first-team All-Central Kansas League selection at shortstop and earned first-team all-state honors in Class 3A as a middle infielder.Wray plans to continue his career at Hutchinson Community College, where he’ll play for head coach Brock Nehls. He is spending his summer with the Kingman Islanders, a member of the Jayhawk Collegiate League, to prepare for the jump to college baseball.“It’s going pretty good so far,” Wray said. “It’s just going to get me ready for this fall and spring next year, to see college arms and stuff.”Known for his speed and versatility, Wray batted left-handed to give himself an edge out of the box, particularly on bunts and infield hits. While he initially tried switch-hitting as a youngster, he quickly committed to the left side.“I feel like I can get faster out of the box,” he said. “It’s easier to lay down a bunt to third and beat it out.”Though the Wildcats never broke through to the state tournament, Wray said the experience playing alongside his teammates was unforgettable.“It was really fun playing with the guys I played with throughout the four years,” he said. “They made it fun. My coaches and family and everyone else around me made it fun.”A three-sport athlete, Wray also served as the Wildcats’ quarterback in football and point guard in basketball. He believes his multi-sport background was key to his success.“Playing multiple sports helped me by making me stronger mentally and physically,” Wray said. “It helped me become faster, have better IQ, and be more savvy about baseball. It just made me a better athlete and a better person.”At Hutchinson, Wray expects to play primarily shortstop but is also open to seeing time in the outfield, anywhere he can contribute.“I just want to play,” he said. “Wherever I get put next year, I’ll be ready.”Nash's younger brother, Brogan, also had a stellar season as a sophomore, earning first-team All-Central Kansas League third base and honorable mention all-state honors.&nbsp;You can see the complete list of all high school records in the state, by <a href="https://www.kshof.org/state-records">clicking here</a>.<figure>
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MANHATTAN, Kan. &ndash;&nbsp;Kansas State junior&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://www.kstatesports.com/sports/baseball/roster/maximus-martin/12314" rel="smarttag" rev="12314">Maximus Martin</a></dfn>&nbsp;received First Team All-Central Region recognition Tuesday, as the American Baseball Coaches Association revealed the 2025 ABCA/Rawlings All-Region teams. Martin is one of seven players from the Big 12 Conference named to the All-Central Region First Team, a region compiled of 37 schools. First Team All-Region selections are eligible for ABCA/Rawlings All-America honors, which will be announced Friday, June 13 prior to the start of the 2025 NCAA Division I College World Series in Omaha, Nebraska. A native of Edgewater Park, New Jersey, Martin is the fifth player in the&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://www.kstatesports.com/sports/baseball/roster/coaches/pete-hughes/2603" rel="smarttag" rev="2603">Pete Hughes</a></dfn>&nbsp;era to garner All-Region honors, joining MLB Draft picks Zach Kokoska (2021) and&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://www.kstatesports.com/sports/baseball/roster/tyson-neighbors/11470" rel="smarttag" rev="11470">Tyson Neighbors</a></dfn>&nbsp;(2023), and first-rounders Jordan Wicks (2021) and&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://www.kstatesports.com/sports/baseball/roster/kaelen-culpepper/11460" rel="smarttag" rev="11460">Kaelen Culpepper</a></dfn>&nbsp;(2024). In his first season at K-State, the Second Team All-Big 12 selection produced a slash line of .320/.420/.612, compiling 18 doubles and 14 home runs &ndash; tied fourth in the single-season records. Martin was one of the league's top offensive performers, finishing the regular-season in the top-10 in three categories. Martin, who garnered both Big 12 Player and Newcomer of the Week honors, turned in a team-leading 18 games with two or more hits, while he was second with 15 multi-RBI games. On March 10, he became the first Wildcat in school history to be named the Golden Spikes Player of the Week after he registered incredible 2.714 OPS with five home runs and 12 RBI in the Wildcats series sweep of William &amp; Mary. K-State ended its 2025 campaign with a 32-26 overall record, including a record-breaking 17 conference wins to earn its second straight trip to the NCAA Tournament.</div>

⚾ K-State's Martin named first team all-region by ABCA/Rawlings

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🎧⚾ Monarchs stay unbeaten; ⚾ Pasquantino named AL POW; 🏀🏈 HutchCC's Jackson, Jordan Jr. finalists for awards

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Monarchs continued their hot start to the season, improving to 6-0 with an 8-3 win over the Wichita Black Sox on Monday night at Hobart-Detter Field.

Right-hander Carson Harrell was dominant on the mound for Hutchinson, tossing six shutout innings while allowing just two hits and striking out eight. Camden Cornelius closed the door with three innings of relief, giving up three late runs on four hits while fanning three.

The Monarchs’ offense jumped on Wichita starter Colton Crockett early, scoring in each of the first four innings. Crockett took the loss, surrendering seven runs — six earned — on eight hits over four innings of work.

Hutchinson opened the scoring in the first on a three-run homer by designated hitter Dylan Bell, who launched a fly ball over the right-field wall to bring home Jeter Worthley and JJ Spafford.

The Monarchs padded their lead in the third with a run-scoring double from Jake Knox, then broke things open in the fourth. Tyler Mitchell and JJ Spafford each drove in a run with singles before Bell added another RBI on a grounder that was misplayed at first base, making it 6-0. Jackson Legg capped the frame with an RBI single to center.

Worthley added an RBI single in the seventh to push Hutchinson's lead to 8-0.

The Black Sox finally broke through in the top of the eighth with a two-run triple by Nick Rotola, who then scored on a groundout by John Tointigh to cut the deficit to 8-3. But Cornelius retired the final four batters he faced to preserve the win.

The Monarchs will look to stay undefeated when they travel to Haysville to take on the Aviators in action Tuesday and Wednesday night.

The Monarchs will return home for Cancer Awareness Night at Hobart-Detter on Saturday versus the Great Bend Bat Cats with first pitch at 7pm.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Monarchs continued their hot start to the season, improving to 6-0 with an 8-3 win over the Wichita Black Sox on Monday night at Hobart-Detter Field.Right-hander Carson Harrell was dominant on the mound for Hutchinson, tossing six shutout innings while allowing just two hits and striking out eight. Camden Cornelius closed the door with three innings of relief, giving up three late runs on four hits while fanning three.The Monarchs’ offense jumped on Wichita starter Colton Crockett early, scoring in each of the first four innings. Crockett took the loss, surrendering seven runs — six earned — on eight hits over four innings of work.Hutchinson opened the scoring in the first on a three-run homer by designated hitter Dylan Bell, who launched a fly ball over the right-field wall to bring home Jeter Worthley and JJ Spafford.The Monarchs padded their lead in the third with a run-scoring double from Jake Knox, then broke things open in the fourth. Tyler Mitchell and JJ Spafford each drove in a run with singles before Bell added another RBI on a grounder that was misplayed at first base, making it 6-0. Jackson Legg capped the frame with an RBI single to center.Worthley added an RBI single in the seventh to push Hutchinson's lead to 8-0.The Black Sox finally broke through in the top of the eighth with a two-run triple by Nick Rotola, who then scored on a groundout by John Tointigh to cut the deficit to 8-3. But Cornelius retired the final four batters he faced to preserve the win.The Monarchs will look to stay undefeated when they travel to Haysville to take on the Aviators in action Tuesday and Wednesday night.The Monarchs will return home for Cancer Awareness Night at Hobart-Detter on Saturday versus the Great Bend Bat Cats with first pitch at 7pm.

⚾ Monarchs remain perfect with 8-3 win over Wichita Black Sox

DODGE CITY, Kan. — The 2025 Kansas Junior Amateur Championship tees off Tuesday at Mariah Hills Golf Course, with more than 150 of the state’s top youth golfers competing in a 54-hole stroke-play event that runs through Thursday.

Among those in the field are Hutchinson's Race Lusk (Buhler High School) and Miles Blaylock (Trinity Catholic), as well as Anika Paulsrud (Buhler High School) on the girls' side. Naomi Koontz of Newton is also set to compete in the girls’ division.

Lusk is scheduled to tee off Tuesday at 8:45 a.m. on Hole 1, alongside Jackson Taylor (Dodge City) and Owen Young (Wichita). Blaylock begins his first round at 12:39 p.m. on Hole 1, paired with Cohen Hageman (Wichita) and Braeden Masterson (Wichita). Paulsrud will start at 2 p.m. on Hole 1 with Mya Niehues (Concordia) and Ali Perry (St. Joseph, Mo.). Koontz is grouped with Hadley Neese (Overland Park) at 2:09 p.m. on Hole 10.

The championship includes five age divisions for boys and one for girls, with the field cut after Wednesday’s second round to determine Thursday’s final-round qualifiers. An overall boys and girls champion will also be crowned.

In 2024, Wichita’s Asher Whitaker and Emerie Schartz claimed the respective titles. Schartz returns to defend her girls’ crown.

Play begins each day with tee times off both No. 1 and No. 10 at 8 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. The course is set up at approximately 6,900 yards for boys and 5,700 yards for girls.

For more information regarding the Junior Amateur Championship, <a href="https://centrallinksgolf.org/competitions/junior-golf-schedule/ks-junior-amateur-championship/">click here</a>.

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 </figure><a href="mailto:sean.boston@eaglemedia.com">SEAN BOSTON</a> Hutch PostDODGE CITY, Kan. — The 2025 Kansas Junior Amateur Championship tees off Tuesday at Mariah Hills Golf Course, with more than 150 of the state’s top youth golfers competing in a 54-hole stroke-play event that runs through Thursday.Among those in the field are Hutchinson's Race Lusk (Buhler High School) and Miles Blaylock (Trinity Catholic), as well as Anika Paulsrud (Buhler High School) on the girls' side. Naomi Koontz of Newton is also set to compete in the girls’ division.Lusk is scheduled to tee off Tuesday at 8:45 a.m. on Hole 1, alongside Jackson Taylor (Dodge City) and Owen Young (Wichita). Blaylock begins his first round at 12:39 p.m. on Hole 1, paired with Cohen Hageman (Wichita) and Braeden Masterson (Wichita). Paulsrud will start at 2 p.m. on Hole 1 with Mya Niehues (Concordia) and Ali Perry (St. Joseph, Mo.). Koontz is grouped with Hadley Neese (Overland Park) at 2:09 p.m. on Hole 10.The championship includes five age divisions for boys and one for girls, with the field cut after Wednesday’s second round to determine Thursday’s final-round qualifiers. An overall boys and girls champion will also be crowned.In 2024, Wichita’s Asher Whitaker and Emerie Schartz claimed the respective titles. Schartz returns to defend her girls’ crown.Play begins each day with tee times off both No. 1 and No. 10 at 8 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. The course is set up at approximately 6,900 yards for boys and 5,700 yards for girls.For more information regarding the Junior Amateur Championship, <a href="https://centrallinksgolf.org/competitions/junior-golf-schedule/ks-junior-amateur-championship/">click here</a>.

⛳ Area golfers competing in Kansas Junior Amateur Tuesday

KANSAS CITY, Mo.—Major League Baseball announced today that&nbsp;Vinnie Pasquantino&nbsp;has been named the American League Player of the Week presented by Chevrolet for the period of June 2-8. This is Pasquantino’s second career weekly honor, and first since Aug. 8-14, 2022. He is the Royals first AL Player of the Week winner this season, and first since&nbsp;Bobby Witt Jr.&nbsp;won twice last year, from May 20-26 and July 15-21.

Vinnie tied for the Major League lead last week in batting average (.500) and hits (13) with Athletics shortstop&nbsp;Jacob Wilson. He also tied four others for the most go-ahead RBI (3) in the AL, while ranking 2nd in total bases (20), 3rd in on-base percentage (.536) and OPS (1.305), tied for 4th in RBI (7) and 5th in slugging percentage (.769).

Pasquantino hit safely in all 6 games last week, including 4 multi-hit efforts. He drove in at least 1 run in 5 consecutive games from Tuesday-Saturday, including 2 RBI in&nbsp;back-to-back games in St. Louis on Tuesday and Game 1 of Thursday’s doubleheader. He homered in consecutive games Friday and Saturday at Rate Field in Chicago, including back-to-back home runs with&nbsp;Maikel Garcia&nbsp;on Friday night that flipped a 0-1 deficit into a 2-1 lead. Entering play this week, he carries both a 9-game hitting streak and a career-long 24-game on-base streak that dates back to May 12. Only Cleveland’s&nbsp;José Ramírez’s&nbsp;active 34-game on-base streak is longer.

He also played error-free defense, converting 40 total chances in 5 games at first base, including&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://baseballsavant.mlb.com/sporty-videos?playId=fd6fdf5c-eec3-3c9e-942f-882ab0daff51&amp;videoType=AWAY">this web gem</a>&nbsp;in which he robbed former-Royal&nbsp;Andrew Benintendi&nbsp;of a base hit with a dive to his right, before spinning and firing a strike to&nbsp;Seth Lugo&nbsp;covering first base.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Kansas City RoyalsKANSAS CITY, Mo.—Major League Baseball announced today that&nbsp;Vinnie Pasquantino&nbsp;has been named the American League Player of the Week presented by Chevrolet for the period of June 2-8. This is Pasquantino’s second career weekly honor, and first since Aug. 8-14, 2022. He is the Royals first AL Player of the Week winner this season, and first since&nbsp;Bobby Witt Jr.&nbsp;won twice last year, from May 20-26 and July 15-21.Vinnie tied for the Major League lead last week in batting average (.500) and hits (13) with Athletics shortstop&nbsp;Jacob Wilson. He also tied four others for the most go-ahead RBI (3) in the AL, while ranking 2nd in total bases (20), 3rd in on-base percentage (.536) and OPS (1.305), tied for 4th in RBI (7) and 5th in slugging percentage (.769).Pasquantino hit safely in all 6 games last week, including 4 multi-hit efforts. He drove in at least 1 run in 5 consecutive games from Tuesday-Saturday, including 2 RBI in&nbsp;back-to-back games in St. Louis on Tuesday and Game 1 of Thursday’s doubleheader. He homered in consecutive games Friday and Saturday at Rate Field in Chicago, including back-to-back home runs with&nbsp;Maikel Garcia&nbsp;on Friday night that flipped a 0-1 deficit into a 2-1 lead. Entering play this week, he carries both a 9-game hitting streak and a career-long 24-game on-base streak that dates back to May 12. Only Cleveland’s&nbsp;José Ramírez’s&nbsp;active 34-game on-base streak is longer.He also played error-free defense, converting 40 total chances in 5 games at first base, including&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://baseballsavant.mlb.com/sporty-videos?playId=fd6fdf5c-eec3-3c9e-942f-882ab0daff51&amp;videoType=AWAY">this web gem</a>&nbsp;in which he robbed former-Royal&nbsp;Andrew Benintendi&nbsp;of a base hit with a dive to his right, before spinning and firing a strike to&nbsp;Seth Lugo&nbsp;covering first base.&nbsp;&nbsp;

⚾ Pasquantino named AL Player of the Week

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Monarchs (5-0) will host the Wichita Black Sox at Hobart-Detter Field in Carey Park tonight with the first pitch scheduled for 7 p.m.

The Monarchs are slated for 19 home games with all of those games set to be video streamed on <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/8dc5bdf3-e9a7-4011-9b4a-2b453688d13f">hutchpost.com</a> as well as on the <a href="http://www.monarchslive.tv">monarchslive.tv</a> channel. Eagle Media's Glen Grunwald will have the play-by-play call tonight with Matt Peterson providing the video stream..&nbsp;

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Monarchs (5-0) will host the Wichita Black Sox at Hobart-Detter Field in Carey Park tonight with the first pitch scheduled for 7 p.m.The Monarchs are slated for 19 home games with all of those games set to be video streamed on <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/8dc5bdf3-e9a7-4011-9b4a-2b453688d13f">hutchpost.com</a> as well as on the <a href="http://www.monarchslive.tv">monarchslive.tv</a> channel. Eagle Media's Glen Grunwald will have the play-by-play call tonight with Matt Peterson providing the video stream..&nbsp;<div><iframe src="https://vcloud.hudl.com/broadcast/embed/2458352?autoplay=1" width="640" height="360" allow="fullscreen;" style="border:0;overflow:hidden;"></iframe></div>

🎥⚾ WATCH LIVE: Hutch Monarchs host Wichita Black Sox

<a href="mailto:sean.boston@eaglemedia.com">SEAN BOSTON </a>Hutch Post

WICHITA, Kan. — Several area standouts from Hutchinson Community College, Hesston High School and McPherson College are among the honorees and finalists for the 2025 Greater Wichita Sports Banquet, scheduled for Thursday, June 26, at INTRUST Bank Arena.

The annual event, hosted by the Wichita Sports Commission, coincides with the presentation of the Buster Posey National Collegiate Catcher of the Year Award. The three finalists for the national award include Caden Bodine (Coastal Carolina), Rylan Galvan (Texas) and Carson Tinney (Notre Dame).

Hutchinson Community College is once again well-represented following a dominant year in athletics. Sophomore Hailey Jackson, a key contributor on the Blue Dragons’ women’s basketball team, is one of three finalists for Junior College Female Athlete of the Year. On the men’s side, HutchCC football standout Waymond Jordan Jr. is a finalist for Junior College Male Athlete of the Year.

Last year, HutchCC earned major honors at the banquet, as Kiki Smith was named Junior College Female Athlete of the Year after guiding the Blue Dragons to the NJCAA national championship. Head coach John Ontjes received the Gene Stephenson Coach of the Year Award.

Hesston High School senior Kendal Brueggen, a multi-sport standout in volleyball and basketball, is a finalist for the Lynette Woodard High School Female Athlete of the Year. Brueggen helped lead the Swathers to strong postseason runs in both sports this past year.

McPherson College volleyball standout Hadley Waldren is one of three finalists for College Female Athlete of the Year. Waldren, a consistent leader for the Bulldogs, is joined in the category by Wichita State’s Sara Duque Jiménez (bowling) and Friends University’s Riley Wertz (softball).

Other award winners and finalists include:

To learn more about the event, <a href="https://wichitasports.com/events/wichita-sports-banquet/">click here</a>.

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 </figure><a href="mailto:sean.boston@eaglemedia.com">SEAN BOSTON </a>Hutch PostWICHITA, Kan. — Several area standouts from Hutchinson Community College, Hesston High School and McPherson College are among the honorees and finalists for the 2025 Greater Wichita Sports Banquet, scheduled for Thursday, June 26, at INTRUST Bank Arena.The annual event, hosted by the Wichita Sports Commission, coincides with the presentation of the Buster Posey National Collegiate Catcher of the Year Award. The three finalists for the national award include Caden Bodine (Coastal Carolina), Rylan Galvan (Texas) and Carson Tinney (Notre Dame).Hutchinson Community College is once again well-represented following a dominant year in athletics. Sophomore Hailey Jackson, a key contributor on the Blue Dragons’ women’s basketball team, is one of three finalists for Junior College Female Athlete of the Year. On the men’s side, HutchCC football standout Waymond Jordan Jr. is a finalist for Junior College Male Athlete of the Year.Last year, HutchCC earned major honors at the banquet, as Kiki Smith was named Junior College Female Athlete of the Year after guiding the Blue Dragons to the NJCAA national championship. Head coach John Ontjes received the Gene Stephenson Coach of the Year Award.Hesston High School senior Kendal Brueggen, a multi-sport standout in volleyball and basketball, is a finalist for the Lynette Woodard High School Female Athlete of the Year. Brueggen helped lead the Swathers to strong postseason runs in both sports this past year.McPherson College volleyball standout Hadley Waldren is one of three finalists for College Female Athlete of the Year. Waldren, a consistent leader for the Bulldogs, is joined in the category by Wichita State’s Sara Duque Jiménez (bowling) and Friends University’s Riley Wertz (softball).Other award winners and finalists include:<ul>
 <li>Gene Stephenson Coach of the Year: Steven Gream, Cowley College volleyball
</li><li>High School Boys Coach of the Year: Derek Tuttle, Andover Central football
</li><li>High School Girls Coach of the Year: Greg Rauch, Bishop Carroll soccer
</li><li>Junior College Female Athlete of the Year finalists: Hailey Jackson (HutchCC), Laura Bonomi (Cowley), Ashley Singhateh (Butler)
</li><li>Junior College Male Athlete of the Year finalists: Waymond Jordan Jr. (HutchCC), Seven Cloud (Butler), Evan Rodriguez (Cowley)
</li><li>College Female Athlete of the Year finalists: Hadley Waldren (McPherson), Sara Duque Jiménez (Wichita State), Riley Wertz (Friends)
</li><li>College Male Athlete of the Year finalists: Xavier Bell (Wichita State), Jace Fisher (Newman), KJ Spiller (Friends)
</li><li>Professional Athlete of the Year finalists: Zebby Matthews (Wichita Wind Surge), Peter Bates (Wichita Thunder)
</li><li>Lynette Woodard High School Female Athlete of the Year finalists: Kendal Brueggen (Hesston), Kinslea Jones (Maize), Sophie Stockam (Maize South)
</li><li>Barry Sanders High School Male Athlete of the Year finalists: Da’Saahn Brame (Derby), Josh Burdick (Cheney), Jack Guthridge (Kapaun Mt. Carmel)</li>
 </ul>To learn more about the event, <a href="https://wichitasports.com/events/wichita-sports-banquet/">click here</a>.

Hutch Post-area well-represented among Wichita Sports Banquet award finalists

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 </figure>Kansas Volleyball Association<div>The Kansas Volleyball Association held its 39th annual AllStar Match on June 7 at Washburn Rural High School in Topeka. The Blue Team defeated the Red Team in five sets by the scores of 26-24, 25-27, 19-25, 27-25, 15-11.
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The Red Team was led in kills by Ava Esser of Seaman High School with 15 and Layla Collins of Washburn Rural High School with 11. Jordyn Washington of Andover Central High School added seven kills and Kennedy Behnke of Ellinwood High School added six. Campbell Chabot of Seaman High School led the Red Team in assists with 22, followed by Dalaina Schutte of Halstead High School with 20. Defensively, the Red Team was led by Chloe Traffas of Attica High School with 19 digs, with Collins recording 15 and Kate Hinck of Washburn Rural High School adding 10. Behnke led the Red Team with 10 blocks, Washington with three, and both Ayla Klingenberg of Rock Creek High School and Emily Bainter of Hoxie High School contributed two blocks each. Collins led the Red Team in aces with five, while Hinck served three, and Traffas, Schutte, and Ella Bolin of Silver Lake High School each had two.
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Leading the Blue Team in kills was Maegan Mills of Seaman High School with 23, Bria Dawson of Olathe North High School and Harlee Randall of Flinthills High School with five each, and Sophia Thompson of Beloit High School and Cali Honeyman of Nemaha Central High School each recording four kills. Bella Holcomb of Andover Central High School led the Blue Team with 25 assists, followed by Hallie Holthaus of Nemaha Central with 15. Kinley Wilhelm of Seaman High School had 27 digs, with Samantha Klotz of Royal Valley High School adding 10, Saige Hadley of Lebo High School with eight, and Holcomb seven. Harlee Randall of Flinthills High School led the Blue Team with five blocks, Thompson contributed four, and Holcomb, Mills, and Hadley each recorded two blocks. Leaders in aces for the Blue Team were Mills and Holcomb with six each, with Wilhelm, Holthaus, and Hadley serving two aces apiece.
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The KVA also presented four of its annual awards at the conclusion of the match. Maegan Mills of Seaman High School received the Joan Lundstrom Wells Award of Excellence. The Flo Hyman Scholarship was awarded to Hallie Holthaus of Nemaha Central High School. Andover Central High School&rsquo;s Jordyn Washington received the Judy Bellomo Most Inspirational Award. The Don Bechard Memorial Award was presented to Ava Esser of Seaman High School.</div>

🏐 Blue Team defeats Red Team in 39th annual KVA all-star match

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WICHITA, Kan. &mdash;&nbsp;The Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference (KCAC) announced Monday that Ted Breidenthal will conclude his time as commissioner of the conference on August 22, 2025, after submitting his resignation last week.&nbsp; Breidenthal joined the KCAC as commissioner in September 2023 after serving as commissioner of the Continental Athletic Conference from 2008-2023. "On behalf of the KCAC institutions&nbsp;and their leaders, I want to thank Ted for his guidance and work for our conference and its student-athletes", said KCAC Board of Presidents Chairperson and Bethel College president Jon C. Gering. &nbsp;"He brought many years of experience to his post, and it showed in the way in which he thought about our functions and interacted with our students, fans, and constituents." "The members of the KCAC will be working with Ted over the next couple of months to ensure a smooth leadership transition." &nbsp;Gering indicated that the conference will immediately launch a national search for its next commissioner. &nbsp;
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 ABOUT THE KANSAS COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC CONFERENCE The Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference (KCAC) is a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) and sponsors 28 varsity sports. Founded in 1890, the KCAC is the second oldest intercollegiate athletic conference in the country. As the conference home to 14&nbsp;member institutions, the KCAC emphasizes commitment, cooperation, high achievement, and working towards a common goal in the act of competition. To keep up with the latest conference news, follow the KCAC on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/kcacsports">Facebook</a>,&nbsp;<a href="http://twitter.com/kcacsports">Twitter/X</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/kcacsports/">Instagram</a>&nbsp;using the handle @kcacsports.</div>

KCAC commissioner resigns

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 </figure>Standings as of June 8, 2025<div><h1>Team, Record, Games Back</h1>
<h3>1. Hutchinson Monarchs, 5-0, 0.0 2. Great Bend Bat Cats, 4-1, 1.0 3. Kansas Cannons, 5-3, 1.5 4. Haysville Aviators, 3-2, 2.0 T5. Junction City Brigade, 4-4, 2.5 T5. Derby Twins, 3-3, 2.5 7. Wichita Wildcats, 2-5, 4.0 8. Newton Rebels, 1-5, 4.5 9. Kingman Islanders, 1-5, 4.5</h3>
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Monday, June 9
Wichita Black Sox at Hutchinson Monarchs, 7 p.m. (non-league)
Derby Twins at Great Bend Bat Cats, 7 p.m.
Wichita Wildcats at Kingman Islanders, 7 p.m.
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Tuesday, June 10
Hutchinson Monarchs at Haysville Aviators, 7 p.m.
Derby Twins at Kingman Islanders, 7 p.m.
Junction City Brigade at Great Bend Bat Cats, 7 p.m.
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Wednesday, June 11
Hutchinson Monarchs at Haysville Aviators, 7 p.m.
Kingman Islanders at Derby Twins, 7 p.m.
Wichita Wildcats at Newton Rebels, 7 p.m.
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Thursday, June 12
Kingman Islanders at Haysville Aviators, 7 p.m.
Great Bend Bat Cats at Junction City Brigade, 7 p.m.
Newton Rebels at Wichita Wildcats, 7 p.m.
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Friday, June 13
Hutchinson Monarchs at Great Bend Bat Cats, 7 p.m.
Kingman Islanders at Newton Rebels, 7 p.m.
Derby Twins at Kansas Cannons, 7 p.m.&nbsp;
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Saturday, June 14
Hutchinson Monarchs vs. Great Bend Bat Cats, 7 p.m. (Cancer Awareness Night)
Haysville Aviators at Junction City Brigade, 5 p.m. (doubleheader)
Newton Rebels at Kingman Islanders, 7 p.m.
Kansas Cannons at Derby Twins, 7 p.m.
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Sunday, June 15
Hutchinson Monarchs at Derby Twins, 7 p.m.
Junction City Brigade at Newton Rebels, 6 p.m.
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⚾ Jayhawk Collegiate League standings & schedule for this week

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🎧⚾ Royals avoid sweep in Chicago; ⚾ Wind Surge splits series with Naturals; 🏀 OKC ties NBA Finals

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 34 points, Alex Caruso added 20 off the bench and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Indiana Pacers 123-107 on Sunday night to tie the NBA Finals at one game apiece.

Jalen Williams scored 19, Aaron Wiggins had 18 and Chet Holmgren finished with 15 for the Thunder. It was the franchise’s first finals game win since the opener of the 2012 series against Miami.

Tyrese Haliburton scored 17 for Indiana, which erased a 15-point, fourth-quarter deficit in Game 1 but never made a push on Sunday. Myles Turner scored 16 and Pascal Siakam added 15 for the Pacers, the first team since Miami in 2013 to not have a 20-point scorer in the first two games of the finals.

Game 3 is Wednesday at Indianapolis, in what will be the first finals game in that city in 25 years.

Gilgeous-Alexander’s first basket of the night was a history-maker: It gave him 3,000 points on the season, including the regular season and playoffs. And later in Game 2, he passed New York’s Jalen Brunson (514) as the leading overall scorer in these playoffs.

But the real milestone for the MVP came a couple hours later, when he and most everybody else on the Thunder got a finals win for the first time.

A 19-2 run in the second quarter turned what was a six-point game into a 23-point Thunder lead. It might have seemed wobbly a couple of times — an immediate 10-0 rebuttal by the Pacers made it 52-39, and Indiana was within 13 again after Andrew Nembhard’s layup with 7:09 left in the third — but the Thunder lead was never in serious doubt.

With the noise level in the building often topping 100 decibels — a chainsaw is 110 dB, for comparison purposes — the Thunder did what they’ve done pretty much all season. They came off a loss,&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/nba-finals-2025-thunder-pacers-8966a303b1059b4e11b3b178dcea0567">this time a 111-110 defeat in Game 1,</a>&nbsp;and blew somebody out as their response.

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 </figure>OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 34 points, Alex Caruso added 20 off the bench and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Indiana Pacers 123-107 on Sunday night to tie the NBA Finals at one game apiece.Jalen Williams scored 19, Aaron Wiggins had 18 and Chet Holmgren finished with 15 for the Thunder. It was the franchise’s first finals game win since the opener of the 2012 series against Miami.Tyrese Haliburton scored 17 for Indiana, which erased a 15-point, fourth-quarter deficit in Game 1 but never made a push on Sunday. Myles Turner scored 16 and Pascal Siakam added 15 for the Pacers, the first team since Miami in 2013 to not have a 20-point scorer in the first two games of the finals.Game 3 is Wednesday at Indianapolis, in what will be the first finals game in that city in 25 years.Gilgeous-Alexander’s first basket of the night was a history-maker: It gave him 3,000 points on the season, including the regular season and playoffs. And later in Game 2, he passed New York’s Jalen Brunson (514) as the leading overall scorer in these playoffs.But the real milestone for the MVP came a couple hours later, when he and most everybody else on the Thunder got a finals win for the first time.A 19-2 run in the second quarter turned what was a six-point game into a 23-point Thunder lead. It might have seemed wobbly a couple of times — an immediate 10-0 rebuttal by the Pacers made it 52-39, and Indiana was within 13 again after Andrew Nembhard’s layup with 7:09 left in the third — but the Thunder lead was never in serious doubt.With the noise level in the building often topping 100 decibels — a chainsaw is 110 dB, for comparison purposes — the Thunder did what they’ve done pretty much all season. They came off a loss,&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/nba-finals-2025-thunder-pacers-8966a303b1059b4e11b3b178dcea0567">this time a 111-110 defeat in Game 1,</a>&nbsp;and blew somebody out as their response.

🏀 Thunder open another big lead and keep control, topping Pacers to even NBA Finals

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SPRINGDALE, Ark. (June 8, 2025)&mdash;<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/kala-i-rosario-693850">Kala&rsquo;i Rosario</a>&nbsp;tallies multiple RBIs for the second straight game as the Wichita Wind Surge fell 6-5 in walk-off fashion to the Northwest Arkansas Naturals at Arvest Ballpark. The Wind Surge ended up splitting their penultimate series with the Naturals this season, and the last for the two teams to take place in Springdale.
After&nbsp;<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/gabriel-gonzalez-694224">Gabby Gonzalez</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/aaron-sabato-693306">Aaron Sabato</a>&nbsp;walked in the top of the first, Rosario tripled to left to bring them both around to score. Rosario has tallied multiple RBIs in consecutive games dating back to Saturday.
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<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/ben-ross-805346">Ben Ross</a>&nbsp;cranked a solo home run, his fourth of the season, to left field for a 3-0 Wichita lead in the top of the second inning.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/andrew-cossetti-681355">Andrew Cossetti</a>&nbsp;then blasted one out two innings later.
Sam Ruta put Northwest Arkansas on the board and the home run column with a solo shot to right in the home half of the fourth. Besides that long ball accounting for an earned run,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/aaron-rozek-702065">Aaron Rozek</a>&nbsp;ended his day with five innings of three-hit baseball with three walks and three strikeouts.
Gavin Cross left the yard for the second straight game to put the Naturals within two at 4-2 on the first pitch in the bottom of the sixth. Brett Squires coming home on an infield error later on in the frame made it a one-run game.
Sabato doubled off the base of the centerfield wall before the seventh-inning stretch to score&nbsp;<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/kyler-fedko-693459">Kyler Fedko</a>&nbsp;and give the Wind Surge a 5-3 lead. Northwest Arkansas loaded the bases in the bottom of the eighth before Cossetti snagged a line drive out of the air to leave them stranded.
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Dustin Dickerson connected on a walk-off three-run home run that crept over the top of the left field wall in the bottom of the ninth to win the game for the Naturals at 6-5.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/joel-cesar-666802">Joel Cesar</a>&nbsp;got pinned with the loss and now stands at 1-3 on the year after giving up the long ball.
POSTGAME NOTES
<ul>
<li>Aaron Sabato is up to a 26 game on base streak.</li>
<li>Kyler Fedko and Kala&rsquo;i Rosario both reached the double-digit steals mark with Wichita.</li>
<li>The Wind Surge have lost three times in walk-off fashion to Northwest Arkansas this season.</li>
<li>Three Wichita batters record multi-hit performances.</li>
<li>The Wind Surge moves back to Equity Bank Park to begin an interdivisional series with the Corpus Christi Hooks on Tuesday.</li>
</ul>
Wichita returns to Equity Bank Park for a series with the Corpus Christi Hooks on June 10 at 7:05 PM for Youth Sports Night. You can listen to Wind Surge games on ESPN Wichita 92.3 FM and&nbsp;<a href="http://windsurge.com/">windsurge.com</a>&nbsp;or watch online at&nbsp;<a href="http://milb.tv/">MiLB.TV</a>&nbsp;and Bally Sports Live. For ticket information, please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://windsurge.com/tickets">windsurge.com/tickets</a>.</div>

⚾ Wind Surge walked off by Naturals in finale

CHICAGO (AP) — Jonathan India hit a tiebreaking double in Kansas City's two-run seventh inning, and the Royals beat the Chicago White Sox 7-5 on Sunday to avoid a series sweep.

Salvador Perez and Bobby Witt Jr. each hit a two-run homer for Kansas City, which had lost three of four. Jac Caglianone went 4 for 4 in&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/royals-jac-caglianone-7cf37caa0c43f86a4cfb462cb8689512">his sixth major league game</a>.

The Royals also got a big lift from Michael Lorenzen (4-6), who pitched six effective innings for his first win since April 29. The right-hander went 0-3 with a 6.89 ERA in his previous six starts.

Miguel Vargas homered and drove in three runs for Chicago, which had won three in a row, matching a season high.

Vargas drew a bases-loaded walk and Edgar Quero added an RBI single as the White Sox rallied for three runs in the ninth. But then Witt robbed Austin Slater of a run-scoring hit with a terrific diving catch at shortstop.

With two out and the bases loaded, Carlos Estévez earned his 19th save when he struck out Tim Elko swinging.

White Sox right-hander Mike Vasil allowed two runs and five hits over 3 1/3 innings in his first major league start.

Perez's fifth homer tied it at 2 in the fourth, and the Royals went ahead to stay in the seventh.

India drove in pinch-runner Drew Waters with a grounder down the third base line. After Witt popped out, Maikel Garcia made it 4-2 with an RBI single off Jordan Leasure.

India tacked on a run-scoring single in the ninth.

Tyler Alexander (3-6) took the loss in his first game with Chicago, allowing one run and five hits in three innings. The lefty&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/white-sox-mlb-5177234aef93c9fe46b1288e176e1ec2">signed a one-year deal</a>&nbsp;with the White Sox before the game.

The Royals finished with 16 hits, but they hit into five double plays.

Witt made it 7-2 when he connected for his eighth homer in the ninth against Bryse Wilson.

Caglianone went 2 for 21 in his first five games with Kansas City.

Royals: Following an off day, LHP Noah Cameron (2-1, 0.85 ERA) starts Tuesday night in the opener of a three-game series at home against the New York Yankees.

White Sox: RHP Shane Smith (2-3, 2.45 ERA) takes the mound Tuesday night at Houston. RHP Lance McCullers Jr. (1-1, 4.44) starts for the Astros.

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 </figure>CHICAGO (AP) — Jonathan India hit a tiebreaking double in Kansas City's two-run seventh inning, and the Royals beat the Chicago White Sox 7-5 on Sunday to avoid a series sweep.Salvador Perez and Bobby Witt Jr. each hit a two-run homer for Kansas City, which had lost three of four. Jac Caglianone went 4 for 4 in&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/royals-jac-caglianone-7cf37caa0c43f86a4cfb462cb8689512">his sixth major league game</a>.The Royals also got a big lift from Michael Lorenzen (4-6), who pitched six effective innings for his first win since April 29. The right-hander went 0-3 with a 6.89 ERA in his previous six starts.Miguel Vargas homered and drove in three runs for Chicago, which had won three in a row, matching a season high.Vargas drew a bases-loaded walk and Edgar Quero added an RBI single as the White Sox rallied for three runs in the ninth. But then Witt robbed Austin Slater of a run-scoring hit with a terrific diving catch at shortstop.With two out and the bases loaded, Carlos Estévez earned his 19th save when he struck out Tim Elko swinging.White Sox right-hander Mike Vasil allowed two runs and five hits over 3 1/3 innings in his first major league start.Perez's fifth homer tied it at 2 in the fourth, and the Royals went ahead to stay in the seventh.India drove in pinch-runner Drew Waters with a grounder down the third base line. After Witt popped out, Maikel Garcia made it 4-2 with an RBI single off Jordan Leasure.India tacked on a run-scoring single in the ninth.Tyler Alexander (3-6) took the loss in his first game with Chicago, allowing one run and five hits in three innings. The lefty&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/white-sox-mlb-5177234aef93c9fe46b1288e176e1ec2">signed a one-year deal</a>&nbsp;with the White Sox before the game.The Royals finished with 16 hits, but they hit into five double plays.<h2>Key moment</h2>Witt made it 7-2 when he connected for his eighth homer in the ninth against Bryse Wilson.<h2>Key stat</h2>Caglianone went 2 for 21 in his first five games with Kansas City.<h2>Up next</h2>Royals: Following an off day, LHP Noah Cameron (2-1, 0.85 ERA) starts Tuesday night in the opener of a three-game series at home against the New York Yankees.White Sox: RHP Shane Smith (2-3, 2.45 ERA) takes the mound Tuesday night at Houston. RHP Lance McCullers Jr. (1-1, 4.44) starts for the Astros.___