HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Fresh off a share of the 2024 NJCAA Division I football national title, Hutchinson Community College will open the 2025 season ranked No. 1 in the JCGridiron Dirty 30 Preseason Rankings, released July 4.

The Blue Dragons top the national list, edging out Iowa Western and defending co-champion San Mateo. San Mateo, which claimed the California Community College Athletic Association (CCCAA) title, shares last year’s national crown with Hutchinson.

This marks the second straight year the Blue Dragons open the season with the preseason No. 1 ranking.

Hutchinson begins its 2025 campaign on Saturday, Sept. 6, with a road matchup at New Mexico Military Institute in Roswell, New Mexico.

The Blue Dragons have been a consistent national contender, appearing in three of the last five NJCAA championship games and winning or sharing the national title in both 2021 and 2024.

JCGridiron’s rankings are based on roster strength, coaching continuity, and key positional talent — especially at quarterback. Hutchinson’s veteran leadership and key offseason additions helped solidify its top ranking.

Rounding out the top five are Iowa Western, San Mateo, Garden City and Mt. San Antonio.

Hutchinson is one of three Kansas programs featured in the preseason rankings. Garden City makes a surprising jump to No. 4 following a 1-10 season in 2023 that was later adjusted due to forfeitures, while Butler lands at No. 20 after going 7-4.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Fresh off a share of the 2024 NJCAA Division I football national title, Hutchinson Community College will open the 2025 season ranked No. 1 in the JCGridiron Dirty 30 Preseason Rankings, released July 4.The Blue Dragons top the national list, edging out Iowa Western and defending co-champion San Mateo. San Mateo, which claimed the California Community College Athletic Association (CCCAA) title, shares last year’s national crown with Hutchinson.This marks the second straight year the Blue Dragons open the season with the preseason No. 1 ranking.Hutchinson begins its 2025 campaign on Saturday, Sept. 6, with a road matchup at New Mexico Military Institute in Roswell, New Mexico.The Blue Dragons have been a consistent national contender, appearing in three of the last five NJCAA championship games and winning or sharing the national title in both 2021 and 2024.JCGridiron’s rankings are based on roster strength, coaching continuity, and key positional talent — especially at quarterback. Hutchinson’s veteran leadership and key offseason additions helped solidify its top ranking.Rounding out the top five are Iowa Western, San Mateo, Garden City and Mt. San Antonio.Hutchinson is one of three Kansas programs featured in the preseason rankings. Garden City makes a surprising jump to No. 4 following a 1-10 season in 2023 that was later adjusted due to forfeitures, while Butler lands at No. 20 after going 7-4.<div><table border="1" cellpadding="6" cellspacing="0">
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 <th>Rank</th>
 <th>School</th>
 <th>City</th>
 <th>2024 Record</th>
 <th>2024 Final Rank</th>
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 <tr><td>1</td><td>Hutchinson</td><td>Hutchinson, KS</td><td>11-1</td><td>T-1</td></tr>
 <tr><td>2</td><td>Iowa Western</td><td>Council Bluffs, IA</td><td>11-2</td><td>3</td></tr>
 <tr><td>3</td><td>San Mateo</td><td>San Mateo, CA</td><td>12-1</td><td>T-1</td></tr>
 <tr><td>4</td><td>Garden City</td><td>Garden City, KS</td><td>1-10*</td><td>NR</td></tr>
 <tr><td>5</td><td>Mt. San Antonio</td><td>Walnut, CA</td><td>12-1</td><td>4</td></tr>
 <tr><td>6</td><td>East Mississippi</td><td>Scooba, MS</td><td>5-4</td><td>31</td></tr>
 <tr><td>7</td><td>Gulf Coast</td><td>Perkinston, MS</td><td>8-2</td><td>14</td></tr>
 <tr><td>8</td><td>Riverside City</td><td>Riverside, CA</td><td>10-2</td><td>5</td></tr>
 <tr><td>9</td><td>Northwest</td><td>Senatobia, MS</td><td>10-2</td><td>6</td></tr>
 <tr><td>10</td><td>El Camino</td><td>Torrance, CA</td><td>7-4</td><td>29</td></tr>
 <tr><td>11</td><td>Iowa Central</td><td>Fort Dodge, IA</td><td>6-6</td><td>38</td></tr>
 <tr><td>12</td><td>Copiah-Lincoln</td><td>Wesson, MS</td><td>5-4</td><td>26</td></tr>
 <tr><td>13</td><td>American River</td><td>Sacramento, CA</td><td>7-4</td><td>25</td></tr>
 <tr><td>14</td><td>Navarro</td><td>Corsicana, TX</td><td>9-2</td><td>9</td></tr>
 <tr><td>15</td><td>Saddleback</td><td>Mission Viejo, CA</td><td>8-3</td><td>21</td></tr>
 <tr><td>16</td><td>Butte</td><td>Oroville, CA</td><td>10-1</td><td>7</td></tr>
 <tr><td>17</td><td>San Diego Mesa</td><td>San Diego, CA</td><td>8-3</td><td>17</td></tr>
 <tr><td>18</td><td>Modesto</td><td>Modesto, CA</td><td>9-3</td><td>12</td></tr>
 <tr><td>19</td><td>East Central</td><td>Decatur, MS</td><td>8-3</td><td>10</td></tr>
 <tr><td>20</td><td>Butler</td><td>El Dorado, KS</td><td>7-4</td><td>27</td></tr>
 <tr><td>21</td><td>Golden West</td><td>Huntington Beach, CA</td><td>9-2</td><td>11</td></tr>
 <tr><td>22</td><td>Diablo Valley</td><td>Pleasant Hill, CA</td><td>6-5</td><td>43</td></tr>
 <tr><td>23</td><td>Georgia Military</td><td>Milledgeville, GA</td><td>8-2</td><td>8</td></tr>
 <tr><td>24</td><td>Canyons</td><td>Santa Clarita, CA</td><td>8-3</td><td>20</td></tr>
 <tr><td>25</td><td>Snow</td><td>Ephraim, UT</td><td>6-2</td><td>13</td></tr>
 <tr><td>26</td><td>Fresno City</td><td>Fresno, CA</td><td>8-3</td><td>17</td></tr>
 <tr><td>27</td><td>Ventura</td><td>Ventura, CA</td><td>8-3</td><td>19</td></tr>
 <tr><td>28</td><td>Lackawanna</td><td>Scranton, PA</td><td>6-3</td><td>15</td></tr>
 <tr><td>29</td><td>San Francisco</td><td>San Francisco, CA</td><td>3-7</td><td>NR</td></tr>
 <tr><td>30</td><td>Laney</td><td>Oakland, CA</td><td>4-7</td><td>NR</td></tr>
 </tbody>
</table>
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🏈 HutchCC opens season No. 1 in JCGridiron Dirty 30 rankings

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ATLANTA — Royals pitcher Kris Bubic and shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. have been selected to represent the American League at the 2025 MLB All-Star Game, set for July 15 in Atlanta.

Witt, 25, earns his second consecutive All-Star nod as he continues to build on his breakout 2024 campaign. The former No. 2 overall pick has remained one of the league’s most dynamic players, hitting .292 with 12 home runs, 49 RBIs, 30 doubles, and 24 stolen bases through Sunday. He also leads all AL shortstops with 13 Outs Above Average, showcasing elite defense at a premium position.

Bubic, meanwhile, will make his first career All-Star appearance — a remarkable milestone after undergoing Tommy John surgery just over a year ago. The 27-year-old left-hander has emerged as one of the top starters in the American League this season, posting a 2.36 ERA with 107 strikeouts in 103 1/3 innings. He was named AL Pitcher of the Month in May after allowing just two earned runs across five starts.

Bubic’s resurgence has been a key piece in Kansas City’s strong first half and playoff push, while Witt continues to cement his status as a franchise cornerstone.

Though the Royals will send just two players to Atlanta, both Witt and manager Matt Quatraro voiced support for others, including third baseman Maikel Garcia and closer Carlos Estévez, as worthy of All-Star recognition.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1747217395170.jpeg" alt="Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Kris Bubic throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the Houston Astros in Houston, Tuesday, May 13, 2025. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)" />
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 </figure><a href="https://www.mlb.com/news/2025-mlb-all-star-pitchers-reserves-complete-rosters">CLICK HERE FOR FULL ROSTERS</a>ATLANTA — Royals pitcher Kris Bubic and shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. have been selected to represent the American League at the 2025 MLB All-Star Game, set for July 15 in Atlanta.Witt, 25, earns his second consecutive All-Star nod as he continues to build on his breakout 2024 campaign. The former No. 2 overall pick has remained one of the league’s most dynamic players, hitting .292 with 12 home runs, 49 RBIs, 30 doubles, and 24 stolen bases through Sunday. He also leads all AL shortstops with 13 Outs Above Average, showcasing elite defense at a premium position.Bubic, meanwhile, will make his first career All-Star appearance — a remarkable milestone after undergoing Tommy John surgery just over a year ago. The 27-year-old left-hander has emerged as one of the top starters in the American League this season, posting a 2.36 ERA with 107 strikeouts in 103 1/3 innings. He was named AL Pitcher of the Month in May after allowing just two earned runs across five starts.Bubic’s resurgence has been a key piece in Kansas City’s strong first half and playoff push, while Witt continues to cement his status as a franchise cornerstone.Though the Royals will send just two players to Atlanta, both Witt and manager Matt Quatraro voiced support for others, including third baseman Maikel Garcia and closer Carlos Estévez, as worthy of All-Star recognition.

⚾ Kris Bubic, Bobby Witt Jr. selected as Royals’ All-Star Game representatives

PHOENIX (AP) — Michael Lorenzen struck out seven in seven dominant innings, Bobby Witt Jr. homered and the Kansas City Royals beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 4-0 on Sunday.

Lorenzen (5-8) kept the Diamondbacks off-balance all afternoon with a mix of mid-90s fastballs and changeups. He struck out the side in the first inning and didn’t allow a hit until Randal Grichuk’s two-out double in the fifth.

Lorenzen allowed two hits and walked one.

Witt hit a solo homer off Anthony DeSclafani (0-1) in the fifth inning to extend his team-record road hitting streak to 26 games. Salvador Perez also hit a solo homer in the Royals' fourth win in six games.

Arizona had three hits and didn't get a runner past second base to lose for the fourth time in five games.

Witt's homer with one out in the fifth — hit 12th of the season — was the first hit off DeSclafani. Perez followed with his 10th later in the inning.

John Rave chased DeSclafani with a run-scoring single in the fifth inning and Kyle Isbel followed with another to put Kansas City up 4-0.

DeSclafani allowed four runs on four hits and struck out six in four innings.

Witt's homer in the fifth was the first hit by either team.

Witt's road hitting streak ties for the second-longest in the last 10 years, behind the 32-game streak by the Dodgers' Trea Turner from 2021-22. Marcus Semien also had a hit in 26 straight road games for Toronto in 2021.

Kansas City LHP Noah Cameron (2-4, 2.56 ERA) pitches the opener of a three-game home series against Pittsburgh on Monday night. Arizona RHP Zac Gallen 6-9, 5.45) opens a four-game series at San Diego on Monday night.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/7/1751884081285.jpeg" alt="Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Michael Lorenzen throws against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the first inning of a baseball game Sunday, July 6, 2025, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)" />
 <figcaption>Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Michael Lorenzen throws against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the first inning of a baseball game Sunday, July 6, 2025, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)</figcaption>
 </figure>PHOENIX (AP) — Michael Lorenzen struck out seven in seven dominant innings, Bobby Witt Jr. homered and the Kansas City Royals beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 4-0 on Sunday.Lorenzen (5-8) kept the Diamondbacks off-balance all afternoon with a mix of mid-90s fastballs and changeups. He struck out the side in the first inning and didn’t allow a hit until Randal Grichuk’s two-out double in the fifth.Lorenzen allowed two hits and walked one.Witt hit a solo homer off Anthony DeSclafani (0-1) in the fifth inning to extend his team-record road hitting streak to 26 games. Salvador Perez also hit a solo homer in the Royals' fourth win in six games.Arizona had three hits and didn't get a runner past second base to lose for the fourth time in five games.Witt's homer with one out in the fifth — hit 12th of the season — was the first hit off DeSclafani. Perez followed with his 10th later in the inning.John Rave chased DeSclafani with a run-scoring single in the fifth inning and Kyle Isbel followed with another to put Kansas City up 4-0.DeSclafani allowed four runs on four hits and struck out six in four innings.<h2>Key moment</h2>Witt's homer in the fifth was the first hit by either team.<h2>Key stat</h2>Witt's road hitting streak ties for the second-longest in the last 10 years, behind the 32-game streak by the Dodgers' Trea Turner from 2021-22. Marcus Semien also had a hit in 26 straight road games for Toronto in 2021.<h2>Up next</h2>Kansas City LHP Noah Cameron (2-4, 2.56 ERA) pitches the opener of a three-game home series against Pittsburgh on Monday night. Arizona RHP Zac Gallen 6-9, 5.45) opens a four-game series at San Diego on Monday night.

⚾ Lorenzen dominant, Witt homers in Royals win over Diamondbacks

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WICHITA, Kan. (July 6, 2025)&mdash;<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/ricardo-olivar-691627">Ricardo Olivar</a>&nbsp;ties the franchise individual RBI record with seven in a 15-13 Wichita Wind Surge win over the Tulsa Drillers at Equity Bank Park. After trailing 7-0 in the bottom of the first, the Wind Surge completed the biggest comeback in the history of the team to round out Independence Day Weekend.
The first inning saw 12 total runs on nine combined hits over 40 minutes. Tulsa put up seven tallies in the top of the first on four hits and an error as 10 men came to the plate to open the afternoon. The big swings of the frame were a two-RBI single to center from Kyle Nevin and a two-run blast to left field by Sean McLain.
<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/kala-i-rosario-693850">Kala&rsquo;i Rosario</a>&nbsp;smoked a grand slam, his second salami of the season, down the left field line in the home half of the first.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/jose-salas-691191">Jose Salas</a>&nbsp;doubled to the wall in right field to score&nbsp;<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/ben-ross-805346">Ben Ross</a>&nbsp;and change the score to 7-5 Drillers, though Tulsa got a run back in the top of the second on a sacrifice fly to center from Nevin.
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Olivar crushed a game-tying three-run home run in the bottom of the second inning, and then&nbsp;<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/walker-jenkins-805805?affiliateId=mlbcom-milb">Walker Jenkins</a>&nbsp;singled to right for the lead in the next frame, with Ross scoring for the second time in the game, 9-8 Wichita.
The Drillers scored twice in each of the fifth and sixth innings on a respective John Rhodes two-run home run and RBI singles from Nevin and Ezequiel Pagan. A sac fly to center off the bat of Olivar made it a two-run game at 12-10 Tulsa through six full frames.
Four runs tied and gave the lead to the Wind Surge in the bottom of the seventh on an RBI single by Jenkins and a bases-clearing double from Olivar.
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Runs alternated in the eighth on sacrifice flies to center from Nevin and Ross.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/cole-percival-676931">Cole Percival</a>&nbsp;shut the door in the ninth to secure a 15-13 Wichita winner, and his first save as a member of the Wind Surge.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/joel-cesar-666802">Joel Cesar</a>&nbsp;also got the win to improve to 2-3, giving up an earned run on a hit with three strikeouts over two innings.
POSTGAME NOTES
<ul>
<li>Wichita completes its biggest-ever comeback in franchise history.</li>
<li>Kala&rsquo;i Rosario is the first Wind Surge player to hit multiple grand slams in 2025.</li>
<li>Ricardo Olivar ties for the individual RBI in a game record (7) with Edouard Julien (June 29, 2022, vs. Springfield).</li>
<li>Ricardo Olivar becomes the second Wichita hitter in 2025 to reach double-digit home runs (Kyler Fedko).</li>
<li>Nate Baez ties for the Wind Surge team lead in triples (3) alongside Rubel Cespedes and Kala&rsquo;i Rosario.</li>
</ul>
Wichita begins a series with the San Antonio Missions on July 8 at 7:05 PM on Two for Tuesday at Equity Bank Park. Bring your Dillons Plus card or app to the box office and get two tickets for the price of one! 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 mount largest comeback win in franchise history

HUTCHINSON, Kan.  — The Hutchinson Monarchs (18-5) will pay host to the Haysville Aviator's tonight at Hobart-Detter Field in Carey Park. First pitch is set for 6 p.m.&nbsp;

Hutchinson is slated for 19 home games this season, all of which will be streamed live on HutchPost.com and the MonarchsLive.tv channel. Glen Grunwald of Eagle Media will handle the play-by-play, with Matt Peterson on the video stream.

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🎥⚾ WATCH LIVE: Hutch Monarchs host the Haysville Aviator's tonight at Hobart-Detter Field

Michael Wayne Crowl, 79, died July 2, 2025, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. He was born November 5, 1945, in Lyons, to Nelson Wayne and Leota Eldora (Carlson) Crowl.

Michael graduated from Little River High School, Little River, in 1963. &nbsp;After over 25 years at Betts (Rainbo) Bakery working as a mechanic, Michael went on to work as head of maintenance for the Lindsborg Old Mill and Swedish Heritage Museum in Lindsborg.

Michael prioritized spending time with his family and friends. Most people were just friends he hadn’t met yet and he recently enjoyed having coffee with a group of regulars several times a week. Throughout his life he loved cars, working on them, talking about them, even drag racing them.

On July 3, 1964, he married Sherryl Lynn Frye, in Hutchinson. They shared over 60 years of marriage.

Michael is survived by: his wife, Sherryl Crowl of Hutchinson, KS; daughter, Lori Crowl of Prairie Village, KS; grandson, Skyler Colladay of Lawrence, KS; sisters, Delores Fundenberger of Lyons, KS, and Roberta (Paul) Greenman of Wichita, and also remembers her late husband, Larry Alderson; many nieces and nephews; and his beloved cat, Gizmo.

He was preceded in death by: his parents; daughter, Cynthia Crowl Hutchinson; sister-in-law, Marilyn Dunsworth; and brother-in-law, Lloyd Fundenberger.

Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Thursday, July 10, 2025, at Elliott Chapel. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson. Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Sunday at Elliott Mortuary. Family will be present to receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at Elliott Mortuary.

<a href="https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTc1MTgxNTY2ODM3MDExNyZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==">Click here to watch the service live</a>

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Humane Society of the U.S. or the donor’s choice,&nbsp; in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Michael Wayne Crowl, 79, died July 2, 2025, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. He was born November 5, 1945, in Lyons, to Nelson Wayne and Leota Eldora (Carlson) Crowl.Michael graduated from Little River High School, Little River, in 1963. &nbsp;After over 25 years at Betts (Rainbo) Bakery working as a mechanic, Michael went on to work as head of maintenance for the Lindsborg Old Mill and Swedish Heritage Museum in Lindsborg.Michael prioritized spending time with his family and friends. Most people were just friends he hadn’t met yet and he recently enjoyed having coffee with a group of regulars several times a week. Throughout his life he loved cars, working on them, talking about them, even drag racing them.On July 3, 1964, he married Sherryl Lynn Frye, in Hutchinson. They shared over 60 years of marriage.Michael is survived by: his wife, Sherryl Crowl of Hutchinson, KS; daughter, Lori Crowl of Prairie Village, KS; grandson, Skyler Colladay of Lawrence, KS; sisters, Delores Fundenberger of Lyons, KS, and Roberta (Paul) Greenman of Wichita, and also remembers her late husband, Larry Alderson; many nieces and nephews; and his beloved cat, Gizmo.He was preceded in death by: his parents; daughter, Cynthia Crowl Hutchinson; sister-in-law, Marilyn Dunsworth; and brother-in-law, Lloyd Fundenberger.Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Thursday, July 10, 2025, at Elliott Chapel. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson. Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Sunday at Elliott Mortuary. Family will be present to receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at Elliott Mortuary.<a href="https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTc1MTgxNTY2ODM3MDExNyZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==">Click here to watch the service live</a>In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Humane Society of the U.S. or the donor’s choice,&nbsp; in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.&nbsp;

Michael Wayne Crowl |1945-2025|

HUTCHINSON, Kan. &nbsp;—&nbsp;The Hutchinson Monarchs erupted for 16 runs on Saturday night at Hobart-Detter Field, run-ruling the Kingman Islanders 16-6 in seven innings to continue their dominance in the Sunflower Collegiate League.

Trailing 6-3 after a six-run third inning from Kingman, the Monarchs responded with relentless offense, scoring 13 unanswered runs over the final five frames. Tyson Vassart powered the comeback with&nbsp;two home runs&nbsp;and&nbsp;seven RBIs, including a three-run blast in the sixth that pushed Hutchinson’s lead to six.

Starter&nbsp;Cole Toureau&nbsp;went four innings for Hutchinson, battling through early trouble to earn the win. He struck out five while allowing six runs — four earned — before giving way to&nbsp;Whit Rhodes, who shut down the Islanders over the final three innings.

Hutchinson took an early 3-0 lead in the bottom of the first, capitalizing on a hit batter, two walks, and a sacrifice fly. After Kingman surged ahead in the third, highlighted by a two-run single from Caiden Beavers and an RBI double by Landon Parks, but then Hutchinson chipped away.

Joey Senstock’s two-run homer in the third pulled the Monarchs within one, and Vassart’s two-run shot in the fifth reclaimed the lead at 7-6. From there, the Monarchs never looked back, sending 10 batters to the plate in a five-run sixth inning that broke the game open.

Hutchinson added three more in the seventh to enforce the run rule, capped by a wild pitch that allowed&nbsp;Jeter Worthley&nbsp;to score the 16th and final run.

The Monarchs (18-5) continue their homestand Sunday night at Hobart-Detter Field versus the Haysville Aviators.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. &nbsp;—&nbsp;The Hutchinson Monarchs erupted for 16 runs on Saturday night at Hobart-Detter Field, run-ruling the Kingman Islanders 16-6 in seven innings to continue their dominance in the Sunflower Collegiate League.Trailing 6-3 after a six-run third inning from Kingman, the Monarchs responded with relentless offense, scoring 13 unanswered runs over the final five frames. Tyson Vassart powered the comeback with&nbsp;two home runs&nbsp;and&nbsp;seven RBIs, including a three-run blast in the sixth that pushed Hutchinson’s lead to six.Starter&nbsp;Cole Toureau&nbsp;went four innings for Hutchinson, battling through early trouble to earn the win. He struck out five while allowing six runs — four earned — before giving way to&nbsp;Whit Rhodes, who shut down the Islanders over the final three innings.Hutchinson took an early 3-0 lead in the bottom of the first, capitalizing on a hit batter, two walks, and a sacrifice fly. After Kingman surged ahead in the third, highlighted by a two-run single from Caiden Beavers and an RBI double by Landon Parks, but then Hutchinson chipped away.Joey Senstock’s two-run homer in the third pulled the Monarchs within one, and Vassart’s two-run shot in the fifth reclaimed the lead at 7-6. From there, the Monarchs never looked back, sending 10 batters to the plate in a five-run sixth inning that broke the game open.Hutchinson added three more in the seventh to enforce the run rule, capped by a wild pitch that allowed&nbsp;Jeter Worthley&nbsp;to score the 16th and final run.The Monarchs (18-5) continue their homestand Sunday night at Hobart-Detter Field versus the Haysville Aviators.

⚾ Hutchinson Monarchs run-rule Islanders in offensive onslaught at Hobart-Detter

PHOENIX (AP) — Ryne Nelson retired the first 16 Kansas City batters and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Royals 7-1 on Saturday to end a three-game losing streak.

Nelson (5-2), who moved into the rotation full-time when Corbin Burnes was sidelined for the season by elbow surgery, gave up four hits and one run over seven innings. The right-hander threw 86 pitches, walked none and struck out five.

Freddy Fermin’s sharp single to center with one out in the sixth ended Nelson’s perfect-game bid. Fermin scored on Bobby Witt Jr.'s two-out single.

Josh Naylor and Eugenio Suárez had RBI singles in the third off Michael Wacha (4-9), and Lourdes Gurriel Jr. doubled in two runs in the fifth for Arizona. Gurriel also tripled in the seventh off Taylor Clarke and scored on James McCann’s double.

Wacha lasted four-plus innings, giving up four hits and four runs. He threw 97 pitches, walking four and striking out four.

Randal Grichuk hit an&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/Dbacks/status/1941628353775272246">inside-the-park homer</a>&nbsp;in the eighth. With a man on base, he hit a long fly to right-center that bounced away from outfielders Jac Caglianone and Kyle Isbel and into center field as Grichuk scored standing up for his fifth homer of the season.

Before the game, the Diamondbacks activated outfielder Corbin Carroll from the injured list. The 2023 National League Rookie of the Year, who has 20 homers and a major league-leading nine triples, was 0 for 5 in his return. He had been sidelined since June 18, when he sustained a chip fracture in his left wrist when he was hit by a pitch in Toronto.

Utilityman Tim Tawa was optioned to Triple-A Reno in a corresponding move.

Gurriel’s two-out, two-run double off reliever John Schreiber made it 4-0 in the fifth.

Nelson is 3-0 with a 2.01 ERA in his last five starts.

PHOENIX (AP) — Ryne Nelson retired the first 16 Kansas City batters and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Royals 7-1 on Saturday to end a three-game losing streak.Nelson (5-2), who moved into the rotation full-time when Corbin Burnes was sidelined for the season by elbow surgery, gave up four hits and one run over seven innings. The right-hander threw 86 pitches, walked none and struck out five.Freddy Fermin’s sharp single to center with one out in the sixth ended Nelson’s perfect-game bid. Fermin scored on Bobby Witt Jr.'s two-out single.Josh Naylor and Eugenio Suárez had RBI singles in the third off Michael Wacha (4-9), and Lourdes Gurriel Jr. doubled in two runs in the fifth for Arizona. Gurriel also tripled in the seventh off Taylor Clarke and scored on James McCann’s double.Wacha lasted four-plus innings, giving up four hits and four runs. He threw 97 pitches, walking four and striking out four.Randal Grichuk hit an&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/Dbacks/status/1941628353775272246">inside-the-park homer</a>&nbsp;in the eighth. With a man on base, he hit a long fly to right-center that bounced away from outfielders Jac Caglianone and Kyle Isbel and into center field as Grichuk scored standing up for his fifth homer of the season.Before the game, the Diamondbacks activated outfielder Corbin Carroll from the injured list. The 2023 National League Rookie of the Year, who has 20 homers and a major league-leading nine triples, was 0 for 5 in his return. He had been sidelined since June 18, when he sustained a chip fracture in his left wrist when he was hit by a pitch in Toronto.Utilityman Tim Tawa was optioned to Triple-A Reno in a corresponding move.<h2>Key moment</h2>Gurriel’s two-out, two-run double off reliever John Schreiber made it 4-0 in the fifth.<h2>Key stat</h2>Nelson is 3-0 with a 2.01 ERA in his last five starts.<h2>Up next</h2>

⚾ Nelson retires first 16 Royals in Diamondbacks' victory

HUTCHINSON, Kan.  — The Hutchinson Monarchs (17-5) will pay host to the Kingman Islanders tonight at Hobart-Detter Field in Carey Park. First pitch is set for 7 p.m. This a game that was postponed from June 17th do to the weather on that night.

Do you want to go to the game and listen live if you are at Hobart-Detter? Just download the AudioFetch app onto your cell phone and use your phone's headphone speakers to listen to the Monarchs in real time!

AudioFetch is a system that allows users to listen to audio, through their smartphones or tablets over a Wi-Fi network. The system uses a hardware device to stream the audio, and users can access it through a free app.&nbsp; Just download the AudioFetch App at your favorite app store. Then at game time, set your WIFI on your phone to AudioFetch and open up your AudioFetch phone App. It will search for the AudioFetch WIFI, then it will take you to Channel #1. That is all you do!

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Monarchs (17-5) will pay host to the Kingman Islanders tonight at Hobart-Detter Field in Carey Park. First pitch is set for 7 p.m. This a game that was postponed from June 17th do to the weather on that night.Hutchinson is slated for 19 home games this season, all of which will be streamed live on HutchPost.com and the MonarchsLive.tv channel. Glen Grunwald of Eagle Media will handle the play-by-play, with Matt Peterson on the video stream.Do you want to go to the game and listen live if you are at Hobart-Detter? Just download the AudioFetch app onto your cell phone and use your phone's headphone speakers to listen to the Monarchs in real time!AudioFetch is a system that allows users to listen to audio, through their smartphones or tablets over a Wi-Fi network. The system uses a hardware device to stream the audio, and users can access it through a free app.&nbsp; Just download the AudioFetch App at your favorite app store. Then at game time, set your WIFI on your phone to AudioFetch and open up your AudioFetch phone App. It will search for the AudioFetch WIFI, then it will take you to Channel #1. That is all you do!<figure>
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🎥⚾ WATCH LIVE: Hutch Monarchs to host Kingman Islanders in postponed game

PHOENIX (AP) — Vinnie Pasquantino homered twice and drove in a career-high six runs, Bobby Witt Jr. added three hits and the Kansas City Royals beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 9-3 on Friday night.

The Royals have won three of their past four games. The D-backs have dropped three straight.

Pasquantino gave the Royals a 3-0 lead in the first with a three-run shot into the right field seats off left-hander Eduardo Rodriguez. The first baseman took Rodriguez deep again in the fourth, this time mashing the ball 401 feet over the right-center wall for a two-run homer and an 8-2 lead.

It was Pasquantino's second career multi-homer game. Mark Canha added a solo homer in the fifth.

Kansas City lefty Kris Bubic (7-6) gave up three runs on seven hits and three walks over seven innings. He struck out six.

Rodriguez (3-5) gave up nine runs — eight earned — over 4 1/3 innings and now has a 5.78 ERA. He struck out seven, but gave up 12 hits, including three homers.

Arizona cut Kansas City's lead to 3-2 in the bottom of the first on Eugenio Suarez's sacrifice fly and Josh Naylor's RBI single. But the Royals came right back with three runs in the second to take a 6-2 lead.

Suarez added a solo homer in the sixth — his 28th of the season.

Rodriguez had two strikes on leadoff hitter Jonathan India in the first inning before hitting him with a pitch. Witt followed with a single and Pasquantino homered, foreshadowing a rough night for the D-backs.

Rodriguez has a 6-9 record with a 5.49 ERA over 25 starts since signing with the D-backs on an $80 million, four-year deal in December 2023.

The series continues Saturday when the Royals send RHP Michael Wacha (4-8, 3.62 ERA) to the mound. The D-backs counter with RHP Ryne Nelson (4-2, 3.61).

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 </figure>PHOENIX (AP) — Vinnie Pasquantino homered twice and drove in a career-high six runs, Bobby Witt Jr. added three hits and the Kansas City Royals beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 9-3 on Friday night.The Royals have won three of their past four games. The D-backs have dropped three straight.Pasquantino gave the Royals a 3-0 lead in the first with a three-run shot into the right field seats off left-hander Eduardo Rodriguez. The first baseman took Rodriguez deep again in the fourth, this time mashing the ball 401 feet over the right-center wall for a two-run homer and an 8-2 lead.It was Pasquantino's second career multi-homer game. Mark Canha added a solo homer in the fifth.Kansas City lefty Kris Bubic (7-6) gave up three runs on seven hits and three walks over seven innings. He struck out six.Rodriguez (3-5) gave up nine runs — eight earned — over 4 1/3 innings and now has a 5.78 ERA. He struck out seven, but gave up 12 hits, including three homers.Arizona cut Kansas City's lead to 3-2 in the bottom of the first on Eugenio Suarez's sacrifice fly and Josh Naylor's RBI single. But the Royals came right back with three runs in the second to take a 6-2 lead.Suarez added a solo homer in the sixth — his 28th of the season.<h2>Key moment</h2>Rodriguez had two strikes on leadoff hitter Jonathan India in the first inning before hitting him with a pitch. Witt followed with a single and Pasquantino homered, foreshadowing a rough night for the D-backs.<h2>Key stat</h2>Rodriguez has a 6-9 record with a 5.49 ERA over 25 starts since signing with the D-backs on an $80 million, four-year deal in December 2023.<h2>Up next</h2>The series continues Saturday when the Royals send RHP Michael Wacha (4-8, 3.62 ERA) to the mound. The D-backs counter with RHP Ryne Nelson (4-2, 3.61).

⚾ Pasquantino hits 2 HRs to lift Royals over Diamondbacks 

SEATTLE (AP) — Vinnie Pasquantino had a two-run single in the seventh inning and the Kansas City Royals beat the Seattle Mariners 3-2 on Thursday night.

Bobby Witt Jr. tied the score 1-1 with a single to center field with one out and then stole second base to put two runners in scoring position. Pasquantino grounded a single to right field drive in both runners, with Witt scoring after&nbsp;<a href="https://associatedpress.slack.com/archives/C070HG64VT9/p1751603301803949">making an elusive move to avoid the tag from catcher Cal Raleigh</a>&nbsp;to give the Royals a two-run lead.

Seth Lugo (6-5) allowed just one run on six hits in 6 1/3 innings. He walked two and struck out seven.

Lucas Erceg and Taylor Clarke got two outs each, and Carlos Estévez pitched 1 1/3 innings to get his 24th save. Estévez gave up a leadoff homer to Dominic Canzone in the ninth and had runners on second and third after a wild pitch with one out, but struck out Julio Rodríguez and got Raleigh to ground out to end the game.

Jorge Polanco homered in the fourth inning to put the Mariners up 1-0, and also had two doubles,.

Logan Evans, recalled from Triple-A Tacoma, made his first big league start since May 10 and gave up three hits in 5 2/3 scoreless innings. He walked one and struck out three.

Casey Legumina (4-4) walked the first two batters to begin the seventh inning and was replaced by Carlos Vargas, who gave up the run-scoring hits to Witt and Pasquantino.

The Royals capitalized on consecutive walks by Kyle Isbel and Jonathan India against Legumijna to start the seventh, setting the stage for Witt and Pasquantino.

Witt has now hit safely in his last 23 road games, breaking Hal McRae's 42-year-old Kansas City record.

Royals LHP Kris Bubic (6-6, 2.25 ERA) opens a three-game series at Arizona against Diamondbacks LHP Eduardo Rodriguez (3-4, 5.13). Mariners RHP Bryan Woo (7-4, 2.93 ERA) faces Pirates LHP Bailey Falter (7-4, 2.93).

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 </figure>SEATTLE (AP) — Vinnie Pasquantino had a two-run single in the seventh inning and the Kansas City Royals beat the Seattle Mariners 3-2 on Thursday night.Bobby Witt Jr. tied the score 1-1 with a single to center field with one out and then stole second base to put two runners in scoring position. Pasquantino grounded a single to right field drive in both runners, with Witt scoring after&nbsp;<a href="https://associatedpress.slack.com/archives/C070HG64VT9/p1751603301803949">making an elusive move to avoid the tag from catcher Cal Raleigh</a>&nbsp;to give the Royals a two-run lead.Seth Lugo (6-5) allowed just one run on six hits in 6 1/3 innings. He walked two and struck out seven.Lucas Erceg and Taylor Clarke got two outs each, and Carlos Estévez pitched 1 1/3 innings to get his 24th save. Estévez gave up a leadoff homer to Dominic Canzone in the ninth and had runners on second and third after a wild pitch with one out, but struck out Julio Rodríguez and got Raleigh to ground out to end the game.Jorge Polanco homered in the fourth inning to put the Mariners up 1-0, and also had two doubles,.Logan Evans, recalled from Triple-A Tacoma, made his first big league start since May 10 and gave up three hits in 5 2/3 scoreless innings. He walked one and struck out three.Casey Legumina (4-4) walked the first two batters to begin the seventh inning and was replaced by Carlos Vargas, who gave up the run-scoring hits to Witt and Pasquantino.<h2>Key moment</h2>The Royals capitalized on consecutive walks by Kyle Isbel and Jonathan India against Legumijna to start the seventh, setting the stage for Witt and Pasquantino.<h2>Key stat</h2>Witt has now hit safely in his last 23 road games, breaking Hal McRae's 42-year-old Kansas City record.Up nextRoyals LHP Kris Bubic (6-6, 2.25 ERA) opens a three-game series at Arizona against Diamondbacks LHP Eduardo Rodriguez (3-4, 5.13). Mariners RHP Bryan Woo (7-4, 2.93 ERA) faces Pirates LHP Bailey Falter (7-4, 2.93).

⚾ Pasquantino hits two-run single in 7th inning as Royals beat Mariners

Kansas and Kansas State combined for 20 selections on Athlon Sports’ 2025 Preseason All-Big 12 Football Teams, highlighted by a pair of first-team nods for the Sunflower State.

Kansas center Bryce Foster and defensive lineman Dean Miller earned first-team honors for the Jayhawks, while Kansas State was represented on the first team by all-purpose back Dylan Edwards and linebacker Austin Romaine.

Kansas State quarterback Avery Johnson, a rising dual-threat star, headlined the Wildcats' presence on the second team, joined by wide receiver Jayce Brown, offensive linemen Sam Hecht and Taylor Poitier, and safety VJ Payne. Tight end Garrett Oakley, defensive linemen Tobi Osunsanmi and Damian Ilalio, and linebacker Desmond Purnell were tabbed for the third team, with Edwards also earning third-team punt returner honors.

Kansas placed running back Daniel Hishaw Jr. on the second team as an all-purpose player, while kicker Laith Marjan earned a second-team specialist nod. Offensive lineman Kobe Baynes landed on the third team. Wide receiver Emmanuel Henderson Jr., defensive lineman D.J. Withers, and linebacker Joseph Sipp Jr. were named to the fourth team.

The full Athlon list features four teams each on offense, defense and special teams and includes players from every Big 12 program.&nbsp;

KU will open the season on August 23, as they debut the new David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium against Fresno State. K-State opens its season on August 23 in Dublin, Ireland, as they face Iowa State in the Aer Lingus Classic.

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 </figure>Kansas and Kansas State combined for 20 selections on Athlon Sports’ 2025 Preseason All-Big 12 Football Teams, highlighted by a pair of first-team nods for the Sunflower State.Kansas center Bryce Foster and defensive lineman Dean Miller earned first-team honors for the Jayhawks, while Kansas State was represented on the first team by all-purpose back Dylan Edwards and linebacker Austin Romaine.Kansas State quarterback Avery Johnson, a rising dual-threat star, headlined the Wildcats' presence on the second team, joined by wide receiver Jayce Brown, offensive linemen Sam Hecht and Taylor Poitier, and safety VJ Payne. Tight end Garrett Oakley, defensive linemen Tobi Osunsanmi and Damian Ilalio, and linebacker Desmond Purnell were tabbed for the third team, with Edwards also earning third-team punt returner honors.Kansas placed running back Daniel Hishaw Jr. on the second team as an all-purpose player, while kicker Laith Marjan earned a second-team specialist nod. Offensive lineman Kobe Baynes landed on the third team. Wide receiver Emmanuel Henderson Jr., defensive lineman D.J. Withers, and linebacker Joseph Sipp Jr. were named to the fourth team.The full Athlon list features four teams each on offense, defense and special teams and includes players from every Big 12 program.&nbsp;KU will open the season on August 23, as they debut the new David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium against Fresno State. K-State opens its season on August 23 in Dublin, Ireland, as they face Iowa State in the Aer Lingus Classic.

🏈 KU, K-State land 20 players on Athlon Sports' 2025 All-Big 12 Preseason Teams

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🎧⚾ Royals lose 1-run game; ⚾ Monarchs win big; ⚾ Drillers walk-off Wind Surge

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Monarchs kicked off their six-game homestand with authority Wednesday night, cruising to a 12-3 victory over the Wichita Black Sox at Hobart-Detter Field.

Carson Gonzales set the tone early for Hutchinson (17-5), throwing four shutout innings to earn the win. The right-hander scattered three hits, walked three, and struck out four in a solid outing that kept the Black Sox off the scoreboard through the first third of the game.

The Monarchs backed Gonzales with an explosive offensive effort, tallying 12 runs on 13 hits and taking advantage of six free passes and four hit batters. Blake Bradford led the way at the plate, going 2-for-4 with three RBIs, including a three-run homer in the third inning that broke the game open.

Hutchinson scored three runs in the bottom of the first inning without a hit, thanks to a walk, two hit batters, and a fielder’s choice. Bradford then doubled and scored in the second before crushing his home run in the third to stretch the lead to 8-0.

A.J. Mustow added a triple and a double while driving in a pair of runs. Jake Gutierrez and Jake Knox each reached base multiple times and scored twice.

The Monarchs bullpen held strong with four relievers combining to cover the final five innings. Wichita didn’t get on the board until the fifth, capitalizing on an error to score their first run. Two more came across in the eighth on a two-run single by Colton Crockett, but the Black Sox never posed a serious threat.

The win pushes Hutchinson’s record to 17-5 as they continue their homestand Saturday night by hosting the Kingman Islanders in a game that was postponed by weather from mid-June.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Monarchs kicked off their six-game homestand with authority Wednesday night, cruising to a 12-3 victory over the Wichita Black Sox at Hobart-Detter Field.Carson Gonzales set the tone early for Hutchinson (17-5), throwing four shutout innings to earn the win. The right-hander scattered three hits, walked three, and struck out four in a solid outing that kept the Black Sox off the scoreboard through the first third of the game.The Monarchs backed Gonzales with an explosive offensive effort, tallying 12 runs on 13 hits and taking advantage of six free passes and four hit batters. Blake Bradford led the way at the plate, going 2-for-4 with three RBIs, including a three-run homer in the third inning that broke the game open.Hutchinson scored three runs in the bottom of the first inning without a hit, thanks to a walk, two hit batters, and a fielder’s choice. Bradford then doubled and scored in the second before crushing his home run in the third to stretch the lead to 8-0.A.J. Mustow added a triple and a double while driving in a pair of runs. Jake Gutierrez and Jake Knox each reached base multiple times and scored twice.The Monarchs bullpen held strong with four relievers combining to cover the final five innings. Wichita didn’t get on the board until the fifth, capitalizing on an error to score their first run. Two more came across in the eighth on a two-run single by Colton Crockett, but the Black Sox never posed a serious threat.The win pushes Hutchinson’s record to 17-5 as they continue their homestand Saturday night by hosting the Kingman Islanders in a game that was postponed by weather from mid-June.

⚾ Hutchinson Monarchs throttle Black Sox behind dominant pitching, Bradford’s bat

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TULSA, Okla. (July 2, 2025)&mdash;<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/ricardo-olivar-691627">Ricardo Olivar</a>&nbsp;hit his ninth home run of the season in a 2-1 loss for the Wichita Wind Surge against the Tulsa Drillers at ONEOK Field. Despite Wind Surge arms giving up just an earned run over eight innings, the Drillers walked it off on an infield single to even up the series.
The first five and a half innings were scoreless, as Wichita&rsquo;s&nbsp;<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/mike-paredes-702474">Mike Paredes</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/jaylen-nowlin-701549">Jaylen Nowlin</a>&nbsp;competed against Tulsa&rsquo;s Peter Heubeck, marking the longest stretch in a Wind Surge game where neither team scored since Wichita and Northwest Arkansas shut each other out for seven and a half innings on June 3.
The Drillers broke through on an RBI triple to center from Damon Keith in the bottom of the sixth. Olivar responded with a solo home run, his ninth of the season, to left field in the top of the seventh to tie the game 1-1 heading into the stretch.
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The Drillers broke through on an RBI triple to center from Damon Keith in the bottom of the sixth. Olivar responded with a solo home run, his ninth of the season, to left field in the top of the seventh to tie the game 1-1 heading into the stretch.
<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/aaron-rozek-702065">Aaron Rozek</a>&nbsp;held Tulsa off the board outside of the triple, throwing for three innings and striking out two against three hits and a walk.
Both teams stranded runners in their halves of the eighth, then a pair of singles and a walk loaded the bases for Tulsa in the bottom of the ninth. Kole Myers singled back to the pitcher&nbsp;<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/john-stankiewicz-694496">John Stankiewicz</a>, and pinch-runner Sean McLain ran in to score the game&rsquo;s winning run for a 2-1 Drillers final.
Stankiewicz took the loss and is now 1-3 on the year. Over one-third of an inning, he gave up three hits and a walk with the final run of the night.
POSTGAME NOTES
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<li>Ricardo Olivar is a home run away from becoming the second Wind Surge hitter on the team to tally double-digit long balls this season (Kyler Fedko).</li>
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Wichita finishes the three game series with the Tulsa Drillers on July 3 at 6:30 PM. The Wind Surge return to Equity Bank Park to face the Drillers for three more, starting on July 4 at 6:35 PM for an Independence Day Spectacular, presented by Davis Moore Auto Group. Stick around for the best fireworks show to honor the men and women in the armed forces! You can also enjoy the City of Wichita's Fireworks after the game! 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>

⚾ Drillers walk-off Wind Surge in Tulsa

SEATTLE (AP) —&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/Mariners/status/1940620263231836630">Julio Rodriguez hit a go-ahead RBI single in the seventh inning</a>&nbsp;and Randy Arozarena drove in two runs as the Seattle Mariners beat the Kansas City Royals 3-2 on Wednesday night.

Rodriguez, who left the bases loaded in the fifth inning, atoned for that missed opportunity by hitting a first-pitch cutter from reliever Steven Cruz, who entered for Angel Zerpa (3-1), to the left side. Royals third baseman Maikel Garcia got a piece of Rodriguez’s hit before it ricocheted past him, allowing the Mariners to take a 2-1 lead.

Arozarena, who hit a solo homer in the sixth inning, added an insurance run with a sacrifice fly to center in the seventh. The Mariners needed that extra run as the Royals closed within a run in the eighth inning on an RBI single from Salvador Perez.

Mariners reliever Carlos Vargas (3-5) struck out two in one inning of relieft and closer Andres Munoz picked up his 19th save.

With runners on first and third in the top of the first inning, Royals rookie right fielder Jac Caglianone lined out sharply to right. Kansas City scored just one run in the inning, but could have scored more had Caglianone's ball fallen for a hit.

<a href="https://x.com/Mariners/status/1940613533009694732">Arozarena has homered in three consecutive regular-season games for the first time in his major league career.</a>&nbsp;He also homered in three straight American League Division Series games with the Tampa Bay Rays from Oct. 5-7 in 2020.

Seattle RHP Bryan Woo (7-4, 2.93 ERA) goes against Kansas City RHP Seth Lugo (5-5, 2.74) in the finale of the four-game set.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/7/1751538414024.jpeg" alt="Seattle Mariners' Julio Rodriguez hits an RBI single to score Ben Williamson against the Kansas City Royals during the seventh inning of a baseball game Wednesday, July 2, 2025, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)" />
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 </figure>SEATTLE (AP) —&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/Mariners/status/1940620263231836630">Julio Rodriguez hit a go-ahead RBI single in the seventh inning</a>&nbsp;and Randy Arozarena drove in two runs as the Seattle Mariners beat the Kansas City Royals 3-2 on Wednesday night.Rodriguez, who left the bases loaded in the fifth inning, atoned for that missed opportunity by hitting a first-pitch cutter from reliever Steven Cruz, who entered for Angel Zerpa (3-1), to the left side. Royals third baseman Maikel Garcia got a piece of Rodriguez’s hit before it ricocheted past him, allowing the Mariners to take a 2-1 lead.Arozarena, who hit a solo homer in the sixth inning, added an insurance run with a sacrifice fly to center in the seventh. The Mariners needed that extra run as the Royals closed within a run in the eighth inning on an RBI single from Salvador Perez.Mariners reliever Carlos Vargas (3-5) struck out two in one inning of relieft and closer Andres Munoz picked up his 19th save.<h2>Key moment</h2>With runners on first and third in the top of the first inning, Royals rookie right fielder Jac Caglianone lined out sharply to right. Kansas City scored just one run in the inning, but could have scored more had Caglianone's ball fallen for a hit.<h2>Key stat</h2><a href="https://x.com/Mariners/status/1940613533009694732">Arozarena has homered in three consecutive regular-season games for the first time in his major league career.</a>&nbsp;He also homered in three straight American League Division Series games with the Tampa Bay Rays from Oct. 5-7 in 2020.<h2>Up next</h2>Seattle RHP Bryan Woo (7-4, 2.93 ERA) goes against Kansas City RHP Seth Lugo (5-5, 2.74) in the finale of the four-game set.

⚾ Rodriguez go-ahead RBI single lifts the Mariners past Royals

KANSAS CITY, Mo.—The Kansas City Royals announced this afternoon that infielder&nbsp;Maikel Garcia&nbsp;and right-handed pitcher&nbsp;Seth Lugo&nbsp;have been named Royals Player and Pitcher of the Month, respectively, for June. The awards are determined by a local media vote.

Garcia slashed .296/.343/.490 (29-for-98) over 25 games last month and ranked 2nd among all Royals with 12 extra-base hits, including 8 doubles, 1 triple and 3 home runs. On June 18 against the Rangers in Arlington, he hit his 8th home run of the season, already establishing a new career high and passing his 7 home runs in 157 games last season. He recorded multiple hits in 9 of his 25 games in June, which tied for the 13th-most such games in the American League last month, trailing leader&nbsp;Yandy Díaz&nbsp;(14). Overall, Garcia is putting together one of the best seasons of his career, as he leads all Royals with 29 multi-hit efforts, which are tied for 3rd most in the American League, 5 such games behind leaders&nbsp;Jacob Wilson&nbsp;and&nbsp;Aaron Judge&nbsp;(34 each). He also ranks tied for 3rd in the AL with 22 doubles, 5th with a .309 batting average, 6th with 18 stolen bases and 96 hits and 12th with an .843 OPS. This marks the second straight monthly honor for Garcia, who in May ranked tied for 3rd in the American League with 37 hits.

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 </figure>Kansas City RoyalsKANSAS CITY, Mo.—The Kansas City Royals announced this afternoon that infielder&nbsp;Maikel Garcia&nbsp;and right-handed pitcher&nbsp;Seth Lugo&nbsp;have been named Royals Player and Pitcher of the Month, respectively, for June. The awards are determined by a local media vote.Garcia slashed .296/.343/.490 (29-for-98) over 25 games last month and ranked 2nd among all Royals with 12 extra-base hits, including 8 doubles, 1 triple and 3 home runs. On June 18 against the Rangers in Arlington, he hit his 8th home run of the season, already establishing a new career high and passing his 7 home runs in 157 games last season. He recorded multiple hits in 9 of his 25 games in June, which tied for the 13th-most such games in the American League last month, trailing leader&nbsp;Yandy Díaz&nbsp;(14). Overall, Garcia is putting together one of the best seasons of his career, as he leads all Royals with 29 multi-hit efforts, which are tied for 3rd most in the American League, 5 such games behind leaders&nbsp;Jacob Wilson&nbsp;and&nbsp;Aaron Judge&nbsp;(34 each). He also ranks tied for 3rd in the AL with 22 doubles, 5th with a .309 batting average, 6th with 18 stolen bases and 96 hits and 12th with an .843 OPS. This marks the second straight monthly honor for Garcia, who in May ranked tied for 3rd in the American League with 37 hits.

⚾ Garcia/Lugo named Royals' Player/Pitcher of the month for June

HUTCHINSON, Kan.  — The Hutchinson Monarchs (15-5) will pay host to the Wichita Black Sox tonight at Hobart-Detter Field in Carey Park. First pitch is set for 7 p.m.

AudioFetch is a system that allows users to listen to audio, through their smartphones or tablets over a Wi-Fi network. The system uses a hardware device to stream the audio, and users can access it through a free app.&nbsp; Just download the AudioFetch App at your favorite app store. Then at game time, set your WIFI on your phone to AudioFetch and open up your phone to Channel #1. That is all you do!

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Monarchs (15-5) will pay host to the Wichita Black Sox tonight at Hobart-Detter Field in Carey Park. First pitch is set for 7 p.m.Hutchinson is slated for 19 home games this season, all of which will be streamed live on HutchPost.com and the MonarchsLive.tv channel. Glen Grunwald of Eagle Media will handle the play-by-play, with Matt Peterson on the video stream.Do you want to go to the game and listen live if you are at Hobart-Detter? Just download the AudioFetch app onto your cell phone and use your phone's headphone speakers to listen to the Monarchs in real time!AudioFetch is a system that allows users to listen to audio, through their smartphones or tablets over a Wi-Fi network. The system uses a hardware device to stream the audio, and users can access it through a free app.&nbsp; Just download the AudioFetch App at your favorite app store. Then at game time, set your WIFI on your phone to AudioFetch and open up your phone to Channel #1. That is all you do!<figure>
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🎥⚾ WATCH LIVE: Hutch Monarchs to host Wichita Black Sox 

U.S. Ryder Cup captain Keegan Bradley has added former Kansas Jayhawk and Topeka native Gary Woodland as the fifth and final vice captain for the 45th Ryder Cup, set for Sept. 23-28, 2025, at Bethpage Black in Farmingdale, New York.

This marks Woodland’s first appearance in the Ryder Cup in any capacity. The 41-year-old previously represented the United States in the 2019 Presidents Cup in Australia, contributing 1.5 points in the team’s 16-14 win at Royal Melbourne.

“I’m incredibly honored and grateful to Keegan for this opportunity,” Woodland said in a statement released by the Ryder Cup. “Keegan’s passion for this event is contagious, and I’m excited to be part of it. With just over two months until we arrive at Bethpage, I’m fully committed to supporting the team in every way I can.”

Woodland, who turned professional in 2007 after graduating from the University of Kansas, has been a regular on the PGA TOUR since 2009. He’s a four-time winner, including his signature victory at the 2019 U.S. Open at Pebble Beach. Over 383 career starts, Woodland has logged 56 top-10 finishes.

Earlier this year, Woodland received the PGA TOUR Courage Award for overcoming significant health challenges and continuing to make a lasting impact on the sport.

At KU, Woodland was a two-time All-Big 12 selection and won four individual titles for the Jayhawks, cementing his place among the program’s all-time greats. He joins Jim Furyk, Kevin Kisner, Webb Simpson and Brandt Snedeker as vice captains for the 2025 squad.

“Gary has earned tremendous respect throughout the golf world,” Bradley said. “He’s a major champion and still competing at a high level. His leadership and experience will be a valuable asset for our team as we prepare for Bethpage.”

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 </figure>U.S. Ryder Cup captain Keegan Bradley has added former Kansas Jayhawk and Topeka native Gary Woodland as the fifth and final vice captain for the 45th Ryder Cup, set for Sept. 23-28, 2025, at Bethpage Black in Farmingdale, New York.This marks Woodland’s first appearance in the Ryder Cup in any capacity. The 41-year-old previously represented the United States in the 2019 Presidents Cup in Australia, contributing 1.5 points in the team’s 16-14 win at Royal Melbourne.“I’m incredibly honored and grateful to Keegan for this opportunity,” Woodland said in a statement released by the Ryder Cup. “Keegan’s passion for this event is contagious, and I’m excited to be part of it. With just over two months until we arrive at Bethpage, I’m fully committed to supporting the team in every way I can.”Woodland, who turned professional in 2007 after graduating from the University of Kansas, has been a regular on the PGA TOUR since 2009. He’s a four-time winner, including his signature victory at the 2019 U.S. Open at Pebble Beach. Over 383 career starts, Woodland has logged 56 top-10 finishes.Earlier this year, Woodland received the PGA TOUR Courage Award for overcoming significant health challenges and continuing to make a lasting impact on the sport.At KU, Woodland was a two-time All-Big 12 selection and won four individual titles for the Jayhawks, cementing his place among the program’s all-time greats. He joins Jim Furyk, Kevin Kisner, Webb Simpson and Brandt Snedeker as vice captains for the 2025 squad.“Gary has earned tremendous respect throughout the golf world,” Bradley said. “He’s a major champion and still competing at a high level. His leadership and experience will be a valuable asset for our team as we prepare for Bethpage.”

⛳ Topeka native and KU alum Gary Woodland named vice captain for Ryder Cup

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🎧⚾ Royals win in Seattle; ⚾ Monarchs win on road; ⚾ Wind Surge victorious over Drillers

AUGUSTA, Kan. — The Hutchinson Monarchs continued their strong summer campaign Tuesday night with an 11-2 road victory over the Kansas Cannons, improving their season record to 16-5.

Pryce Bender led the way on the mound for Hutchinson, earning the win with a five-inning performance in which he allowed just one run on four hits. The right-hander struck out four and walked only one in a composed outing.

Blake Seefeldt took the loss for the Cannons, surrendering six runs — five earned — over 5 2/3 innings. He struck out six but allowed six hits, walked two, and hit three batters.

The Monarchs broke open a tight 1-1 contest in the top of the third. With two runners on and one out, Jake Gutierrez hit a grounder that was misplayed by shortstop Zeb Henry, allowing two runs to score and giving Hutchinson a 2-1 lead.

Third baseman Joey Senstock sparked more offense in the fourth with a two-out RBI triple, and then added the decisive blow in the sixth with a three-run homer to left that pushed the Monarchs’ advantage to 6-1.

Hutchinson added five more runs over the final three innings, aided by timely hitting and four walks from Cannons relievers. Tyson Vassart singled home a run in the ninth, and Gutierrez scored on a wild pitch earlier in the frame to cap the Monarchs' scoring.

Bender got help from relievers Bryant Siemens and Whit Rhodes, who combined to finish the final four innings. Siemens struck out four in two innings of one-run ball, and Rhodes closed out the final two frames, working around a bases-loaded jam in the ninth to preserve the win.

The Cannons (12-10-1) struggled to convert opportunities, stranding multiple runners in the late innings and hitting into two double plays.

Hutchinson returns to action tonight versus the Wichita Black Sox. On Saturday night, they take on the Kingman Islanders in a game postponed from mid-June due to weather at Hobart-Detter Field in Carey Park. First pitch will be at 7pm.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/7/1751452422479.png" alt="Final - Hutch Monarchs quiet the Kansas Cannon bats on the road in Augusta on Tuesday night. Monarchs return home on Saturday to start a long home stand ." />
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 </figure>AUGUSTA, Kan. — The Hutchinson Monarchs continued their strong summer campaign Tuesday night with an 11-2 road victory over the Kansas Cannons, improving their season record to 16-5.Pryce Bender led the way on the mound for Hutchinson, earning the win with a five-inning performance in which he allowed just one run on four hits. The right-hander struck out four and walked only one in a composed outing.Blake Seefeldt took the loss for the Cannons, surrendering six runs — five earned — over 5 2/3 innings. He struck out six but allowed six hits, walked two, and hit three batters.The Monarchs broke open a tight 1-1 contest in the top of the third. With two runners on and one out, Jake Gutierrez hit a grounder that was misplayed by shortstop Zeb Henry, allowing two runs to score and giving Hutchinson a 2-1 lead.Third baseman Joey Senstock sparked more offense in the fourth with a two-out RBI triple, and then added the decisive blow in the sixth with a three-run homer to left that pushed the Monarchs’ advantage to 6-1.Hutchinson added five more runs over the final three innings, aided by timely hitting and four walks from Cannons relievers. Tyson Vassart singled home a run in the ninth, and Gutierrez scored on a wild pitch earlier in the frame to cap the Monarchs' scoring.Bender got help from relievers Bryant Siemens and Whit Rhodes, who combined to finish the final four innings. Siemens struck out four in two innings of one-run ball, and Rhodes closed out the final two frames, working around a bases-loaded jam in the ninth to preserve the win.The Cannons (12-10-1) struggled to convert opportunities, stranding multiple runners in the late innings and hitting into two double plays.Hutchinson returns to action tonight versus the Wichita Black Sox. On Saturday night, they take on the Kingman Islanders in a game postponed from mid-June due to weather at Hobart-Detter Field in Carey Park. First pitch will be at 7pm.

⚾ Hutchinson Monarchs cruise past Cannons to improve to 16-5

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TULSA, Okla. (July 1, 2025)&mdash;<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/john-klein-804619">John Klein</a>&nbsp;set the tone with five strong innings of one-run baseball in a 7-1 victory for the Wichita Wind Surge over the Tulsa Drillers at ONEOK Field. While jumping into the Top 5 in the Texas League in wins, he&rsquo;d start a stretch of eight scoreless innings to put a cap on the sixth win for the Wind Surge in their last 10 games.
Damon Keith pushed a sacrifice fly to right field to get Tulsa on the board with a run scored in the bottom of the first. That would be the only run the Drillers would put up all night, as the starter Klein earned the win after giving up the earned run on four hits with a walk and four strikeouts over five frames.
Wichita put up four runs in the top of the second inning.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/kyler-fedko-693459">Kyler Fedko</a>&nbsp;slid in safely at the plate after a rundown ensued between first and second to tie the game.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/kaelen-culpepper-701785">Kaelen Culpepper</a>&nbsp;singled to left to bring around&nbsp;<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/ben-ross-805346">Ben Ross</a>&nbsp;to give the Wind Surge the lead. Culpepper and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/gabriel-gonzalez-694224">Gabby Gonzalez</a>&nbsp;later scored on a bases-loaded infield error off the bat of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/walker-jenkins-805805?affiliateId=mlbcom-milb">Walker Jenkins</a>.
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<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/jorel-ortega-687567">Jorel Ortega</a>&nbsp;went the opposite way for a solo home run, his eighth of the season, in the top of the fourth.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/ricardo-olivar-691627">Ricardo Olivar</a>&nbsp;added on with a two-run single to left before the stretch in the seventh to make the score 7-1 Wichita, which would become the future final.
<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/cole-percival-676931">Cole Percival</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/michael-martinez-681597">Michael Martinez</a>&nbsp;combined to no-hit Tulsa over the final four innings out of the Wind Surge bullpen. Each of the righthanders struck out three men each to get the Wichita staff to 10 punchouts on the night in the series opener.
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POSTGAME NOTES
<ul>
<li>Yesterday, Kaelen Culpepper was announced as the Minnesota Twins representative for the 2025 MLB All-Star Futures Game on July 12th at 3 PM CST at Truist Park in Atlanta, Georgia.</li>
<li>During the game, the updated MLB Pipeline Top 100 Prospects List was announced, and two current Wind Surge players are on the list. Walker Jenkins is #15, while Kaelen Culpepper enters at the #96 spot. A pair of 2024 Wichita teammates, Emmanuel Rodriguez and Luke Keaschall, are also on the list at #46 and #47, respectively.</li>
<li>The Wind Surge staff held Tulsa hitless for the final five innings of the game.</li>
<li>Wichita trails 7-6 in the Propeller Series after the win tonight.</li>
<li>The Wind Surge have won six of their last 10 games.</li>
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Wichita continues the series with the Tulsa Drillers on July 2 at 7:05 PM. The Wind Surge return to Equity Bank Park to face the Drillers for three more, starting on July 4 at 6:35 PM for an Independence Day Spectacular, presented by Davis Moore Auto Group. Stick around for the best fireworks show to honor the men and women in the armed forces! You can also enjoy the City of Wichita's Fireworks after the game! 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 takes opener in Tulsa

By ANDREW DESTIN AP Sports Writer

SEATTLE (AP) — The late sunsets that accompany Seattle summers are revered by most locals, but the odds are Mariners center fielder Julio Rodríguez was not a fan during the fifth inning of Tuesday night's game against the Kansas City Royals.

Rodríguez lost a flyball to center field from Royals catcher Salvador Perez in the twilight sky, and it turned into a two-run double.

Rodríguez climbed the center field wall, trying to rob a home run, but he misjudged the ball and it bounced off the wall nearby.

Not only did Perez's double give the Royals a 5-1 lead en route to a 6-3 victory, but it moved him past Alex Gordon for the sixth-most hits in Royals history. The 35-year-old backstop has 1,646 hits in 14-season MLB career.

“For him to just keep checking boxes on a Hall of Fame career is really special to be able to watch," said manager Matt Quatraro.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/7/1751452881892.jpeg" alt="Kansas City Royals' Salvador Perez follows through on a two-run double to score Bobby Witt Jr. and Vinnie Pasquantino against the Seattle Mariners during the fifth inning of a baseball game Tuesday, July 1, 2025, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)" />
 <figcaption>Kansas City Royals' Salvador Perez follows through on a two-run double to score Bobby Witt Jr. and Vinnie Pasquantino against the Seattle Mariners during the fifth inning of a baseball game Tuesday, July 1, 2025, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)</figcaption>
 </figure>By ANDREW DESTIN AP Sports WriterSEATTLE (AP) — The late sunsets that accompany Seattle summers are revered by most locals, but the odds are Mariners center fielder Julio Rodríguez was not a fan during the fifth inning of Tuesday night's game against the Kansas City Royals.Rodríguez lost a flyball to center field from Royals catcher Salvador Perez in the twilight sky, and it turned into a two-run double.Rodríguez climbed the center field wall, trying to rob a home run, but he misjudged the ball and it bounced off the wall nearby.Not only did Perez's double give the Royals a 5-1 lead en route to a 6-3 victory, but it moved him past Alex Gordon for the sixth-most hits in Royals history. The 35-year-old backstop has 1,646 hits in 14-season MLB career.“For him to just keep checking boxes on a Hall of Fame career is really special to be able to watch," said manager Matt Quatraro.

⚾ Perez moves into 6th place on Royals hit list

SEATTLE (AP) — Salvador Perez&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/Royals/status/1940245133385244693">hit a pivotal two-run double</a>&nbsp;in the fifth inning, and the Kansas City Royals beat the Seattle Mariners 6-3 on Tuesday night for just their second win in 10 games.

Perez lofted a fly ball off Emerson Hancock (3-5) that&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/royals-perez-rodriguez-1fe79b9c6a1547e0a59408cf7e58596e">center fielder Julio Rodríguez lost in the twilight sky</a>&nbsp;and dropped for a two-run double. Rodríguez climbed the center-field wall, trying to rob a home run, but he misjudged the ball and it bounced to the wall as the Royals took a 5-1 lead.

<a href="https://x.com/Mariners/status/1940247146802135189">Ben Williamson hit an RBI double in the bottom half and scored on J.P. Crawford's single</a>&nbsp;off Michael Lorenzen.

Five relievers combined for 4 1/3 scoreless innings of one-hit relief. Lucas Erceg (3-2) entered with two on in the seventh and got a double-play grounder and a groundout, and Carlos Estévez pitched a perfect ninth for his 23rd save in 26 chances.

Kansas City built a 3-0 lead on Maikel Garcia's run-scoring single in the first and a two-run second that included an RBI double by Nick Loftin, who scored when Kyle Isbel grounded into a forceout.

Randy Arozarena homered in the bottom half, his 11th this season and third in four at-bats.

After Angel Zerpa walked Dylan Moore starting the seventh, Cole Young grounded into a double play and Crawford grounded out.

Perez moved past Alex Gordon for sixth place on the Royals hits list with 1,646.

Seattle RHP Logan Gilbert (2-2, 3.55) and Kansas City Noah Cameron (2-4, 2.79) started Wednesday in the third game of the four-game set.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/7/1751432981631.jpeg" alt="Courtesy Kansas City Royals" />
 <figcaption>Courtesy Kansas City Royals</figcaption>
 </figure>SEATTLE (AP) — Salvador Perez&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/Royals/status/1940245133385244693">hit a pivotal two-run double</a>&nbsp;in the fifth inning, and the Kansas City Royals beat the Seattle Mariners 6-3 on Tuesday night for just their second win in 10 games.Perez lofted a fly ball off Emerson Hancock (3-5) that&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/royals-perez-rodriguez-1fe79b9c6a1547e0a59408cf7e58596e">center fielder Julio Rodríguez lost in the twilight sky</a>&nbsp;and dropped for a two-run double. Rodríguez climbed the center-field wall, trying to rob a home run, but he misjudged the ball and it bounced to the wall as the Royals took a 5-1 lead.<a href="https://x.com/Mariners/status/1940247146802135189">Ben Williamson hit an RBI double in the bottom half and scored on J.P. Crawford's single</a>&nbsp;off Michael Lorenzen.Five relievers combined for 4 1/3 scoreless innings of one-hit relief. Lucas Erceg (3-2) entered with two on in the seventh and got a double-play grounder and a groundout, and Carlos Estévez pitched a perfect ninth for his 23rd save in 26 chances.Kansas City built a 3-0 lead on Maikel Garcia's run-scoring single in the first and a two-run second that included an RBI double by Nick Loftin, who scored when Kyle Isbel grounded into a forceout.Randy Arozarena homered in the bottom half, his 11th this season and third in four at-bats.<h2>Key moment</h2>After Angel Zerpa walked Dylan Moore starting the seventh, Cole Young grounded into a double play and Crawford grounded out.<h2>Key stat</h2>Perez moved past Alex Gordon for sixth place on the Royals hits list with 1,646.<h2>Up next</h2>Seattle RHP Logan Gilbert (2-2, 3.55) and Kansas City Noah Cameron (2-4, 2.79) started Wednesday in the third game of the four-game set.___

⚾ Perez’s 2-run double lifts Royals over the Mariners

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/7/1751383039382.jpeg" alt="Photo Courtesy Kansas Athletics" />
 <figcaption>Photo Courtesy Kansas Athletics</figcaption>
 </figure><div>Kansas Athletics
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LAWRENCE, Kan.&nbsp;&mdash; Kansas Athletics today announced a new and all-encompassing alliance with MMTH (pronounced Mammoth). KU is the first school to join MMTH's 360 program. The signature service is designed to help Kansas Athletics navigate the challenges inherent in today's collegiate environment by investing in student-athletes and the facilities they play in.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
"This transformational era of intercollegiate athletics requires us to align more strategically than ever before," Kansas Director of Athletics&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://kuathletics.com/staff-directory/travis-goff/166" rel="smarttag" rev="166">Travis Goff</a></dfn>&nbsp;said. "To achieve our vision, we will move beyond transactional relationships into deeper, mutually beneficial alliances. MMTH, founded just 30 miles down the road and under Jake Farrant's exceptional leadership, represents values that matter most to us: Kansas roots, blue-collar background, innovation, commitment to excellence, and community impact."&nbsp;&nbsp;
"This collaboration will set a new standard in college athletics, and we are grateful to Jake and his outstanding team for their commitment to Kansas Athletics and our industry." &nbsp;
Headquartered in Meriden, KS, MMTH is a team of sports specialists committed to helping everyone experience a better world through sports. MMTH's vertical integration will allow them to serve the Kansas Athletics department to improve their operational excellence through facilities and athlete and fan experience. Their work can be seen across the country from high schools to Power 4 colleges and professional teams. MMTH has additional offices in Kansas City, Mo., Sioux Falls, S.D., Scottsdale, Ariz., and Clearwater, Fla.&nbsp;
The work by MMTH on campus has already begun, starting with the installation of their proprietary MMTH Turf at Hoglund Ballpark and the new David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. The new turf will prominently feature the MMTH brand. MMTH is also involved with elements of construction work on Phase I of the Gateway District and will also conduct a study of a multi-use indoor baseball facility near Hoglund Ballpark.&nbsp;The MMTH 360 program also proudly supports Kansas student-athletes through various engagements including NIL opportunities.
"To compete in today's collegiate environment, you can't match the rate of change, you have to be ahead of it," said Jake Farrant, Owner and CEO of MMTH. "KU is ready to become the leader in both athlete and fan experience."&nbsp;&nbsp;
"In conversations with coaches and administrators, NIL is pivotal and one of their highest priorities. At all levels, we believe in investing directly in the athlete. When you see the MMTH icon on a turf field, it means that the school has chosen to put their athletes first," said Farrant.&nbsp;
To learn more, please visit kuathletics.com or MMTH.co and continue to monitor KU Athletics' social channels to see the final field design reveal.</div>