HAYS, Kan. – Fort Hays State Men's Basketball announced the addition of six players for the upcoming 2025-26 season. The Tigers announced one of the six back in December of 2024 when Nebraska high school standout Ben Johnson committed. The latest additions include two transfers and three freshmen.

Both transfers are coming to FHSU from other NCAA Division II institutions. Juju Ramirez, a native of Lawrence, Kan., is transferring from Saint Anselm College in New Hampshire, while Blake Danitschek comes to FHSU from Northwest Missouri State. The freshmen joining Ben Johnson include Tegen Curley, David Johnson, and Zack Sharkey.

Ramirez had a strong junior season at Saint Anselm in 2024-25, averaging 12.3 points and 6.0 rebounds per game, ranking third on his team in both categories. He started all 30 games for the season. He ranked second on the team in assists, averaging 2.8 per contest. Prior to his time at Saint Anselm, Ramirez played two years at NCAA Division I affiliate University of Northern Colorado. Though he is a native of Kansas, he played his final year of high school in New Hampshire at New Hampton School.

Danitschek was a member of the Northwest Missouri State men's basketball team for four years from 2021-2025. He saw two seasons of action on the court, which included the 2022-23 and 2023-24 seasons. He did not play in any contests last year due to injury and his first year with the Bearcats was a redshirt year. He shot 50 percent from 3-point range during the 2023-24 campaign. The Bearcats won MIAA titles in both of his seasons on the floor. A native of Wichita, Danitschek attended Kapaun Mt. Carmel High School where he was an all-state and all-league selection.

Ben Johnson capped his storied prep career at Kearney High School with a Nebraska Super State Second Team selection. He was a Super State Third Team pick his junior year and earned all-state honors his final three years of high school. In his senior year, he averaged 19.9 points, 8.7 rebounds, and 7.0 assists per game. He also set a new career record for rebounds at Kearney High School. Johnson was named the Kearney Hub Territory Boys Basketball Player of the Year back-to-back years (2024 and 2025).

David Johnson is a native of the New York City area and just played a year of prep ball at Bridgeport Prep in Connecticut. He played in high school at St. Benedict's Prep in New Jersey. At Bridgeport Prep, he earned an all-conference and all-defensive team selection. At St. Benedict's, he averaged 12.7 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per game in his final season, earning all-state, all-county, and all-county tournament honors.

Tegan Curley is a native of Marshfield, Mo., but just finished playing a year of prep ball at The New School in Arkansas. As a junior at Mansfield High School in Missouri, he was an all-state and all-conference selection when he averaged 18 points and 7.4 rebounds per game.

Zack Sharkey is a native of Lowell, Ind., but crossed the state line daily to play his high school career at Marian Catholic High School in Chicago Heights, Ill. He was a two-time all-state selection in Class 3A and a two-time Chicago All-Suburbs selection. He averaged 19.6 points, 6.6 rebounds, 3.1 assists, and 2.1 steals per game as a senior.

The six newcomers join eight returners on the team for the upcoming 2025-26 season.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/7/1751917193007.png" alt="Image Courtesy FHSU Athletics" />
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 </figure>FHSU AthleticsHAYS, Kan. – Fort Hays State Men's Basketball announced the addition of six players for the upcoming 2025-26 season. The Tigers announced one of the six back in December of 2024 when Nebraska high school standout Ben Johnson committed. The latest additions include two transfers and three freshmen.Both transfers are coming to FHSU from other NCAA Division II institutions. Juju Ramirez, a native of Lawrence, Kan., is transferring from Saint Anselm College in New Hampshire, while Blake Danitschek comes to FHSU from Northwest Missouri State. The freshmen joining Ben Johnson include Tegen Curley, David Johnson, and Zack Sharkey.Ramirez had a strong junior season at Saint Anselm in 2024-25, averaging 12.3 points and 6.0 rebounds per game, ranking third on his team in both categories. He started all 30 games for the season. He ranked second on the team in assists, averaging 2.8 per contest. Prior to his time at Saint Anselm, Ramirez played two years at NCAA Division I affiliate University of Northern Colorado. Though he is a native of Kansas, he played his final year of high school in New Hampshire at New Hampton School.Danitschek was a member of the Northwest Missouri State men's basketball team for four years from 2021-2025. He saw two seasons of action on the court, which included the 2022-23 and 2023-24 seasons. He did not play in any contests last year due to injury and his first year with the Bearcats was a redshirt year. He shot 50 percent from 3-point range during the 2023-24 campaign. The Bearcats won MIAA titles in both of his seasons on the floor. A native of Wichita, Danitschek attended Kapaun Mt. Carmel High School where he was an all-state and all-league selection.Ben Johnson capped his storied prep career at Kearney High School with a Nebraska Super State Second Team selection. He was a Super State Third Team pick his junior year and earned all-state honors his final three years of high school. In his senior year, he averaged 19.9 points, 8.7 rebounds, and 7.0 assists per game. He also set a new career record for rebounds at Kearney High School. Johnson was named the Kearney Hub Territory Boys Basketball Player of the Year back-to-back years (2024 and 2025).David Johnson is a native of the New York City area and just played a year of prep ball at Bridgeport Prep in Connecticut. He played in high school at St. Benedict's Prep in New Jersey. At Bridgeport Prep, he earned an all-conference and all-defensive team selection. At St. Benedict's, he averaged 12.7 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per game in his final season, earning all-state, all-county, and all-county tournament honors.Tegan Curley is a native of Marshfield, Mo., but just finished playing a year of prep ball at The New School in Arkansas. As a junior at Mansfield High School in Missouri, he was an all-state and all-conference selection when he averaged 18 points and 7.4 rebounds per game.Zack Sharkey is a native of Lowell, Ind., but crossed the state line daily to play his high school career at Marian Catholic High School in Chicago Heights, Ill. He was a two-time all-state selection in Class 3A and a two-time Chicago All-Suburbs selection. He averaged 19.6 points, 6.6 rebounds, 3.1 assists, and 2.1 steals per game as a senior.The six newcomers join eight returners on the team for the upcoming 2025-26 season.

🏀 FHSU men add six for the 2025-26 season

IRVING, Texas — Arizona State quarterback Sam Leavitt has been named the Big 12 Conference’s Preseason Offensive Player of the Year, headlining the 2025 Preseason All-Big 12 Football Team announced Monday.

The redshirt sophomore is one of five Sun Devils recognized on the preseason squad, the most of any school. Arizona State is coming off a Big 12 title in its first year as a member of the league.

Texas Tech linebacker Jacob Rodriguez, a senior, was named the Preseason Defensive Player of the Year, while Utah junior quarterback Devon Dampier was selected as Newcomer of the Year.

Texas Tech and Iowa State each had three players selected to the all-conference team.

2025 Big 12 Preseason Awards Offensive Player of the Year – Sam Leavitt, QB, Arizona State, R-So. Defensive Player of the Year – Jacob Rodriguez, LB, Texas Tech, Sr. Newcomer of the Year – Devon Dampier, QB, Utah, Jr.

Preseason All-Big 12 Team Offense QB – Sam Leavitt, Arizona State, R-So. RB – Bryson Washington, Baylor, R-So. RB – Jahiem White, West Virginia, Jr. FB/H-Back – Will Swanson, Kansas State, Sr. WR – Eric McAlister, TCU, Sr. WR – Chase Roberts, BYU, R-Sr. WR – Jordyn Tyson, Arizona State, R-Jr. TE – Joe Royer, Cincinnati, R-Sr. OL – Ben Coleman, Arizona State, Gr. OL – Spencer Fano, Utah, Jr. OL – Bryce Foster, Kansas, R-Jr. OL – Caleb Lomu, Utah, R-So. OL – Jordan Seaton, Colorado, So. PK – Will Ferrin, BYU, R-Sr. PR/KR – Josh Cameron, Baylor, R-Sr.

Defense DL – David Bailey, Texas Tech, Sr. DL – Dontay Corleone, Cincinnati, R-Sr. DL – C.J. Fite, Arizona State, Jr. DL – Lee Hunter, Texas Tech, Sr. DL – Domonique Orange, Iowa State, Sr. LB – Jacob Rodriguez, Texas Tech, Sr. LB – Austin Romaine, Kansas State, Jr. LB – Keaton Thomas, Baylor, R-Jr. DB – Xavion Alford, Arizona State, R-Sr. DB – Bud Clark, TCU, Sr. DB – Jeremiah Cooper, Iowa State, Sr. DB – DJ McKinney, Colorado, Jr. DB – Jontez Williams, Iowa State, R-Jr. P – Palmer Williams, Baylor, Jr.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/7/1751912421409.jpeg" alt="Image Courtesy Big 12 Conference" />
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 </figure>Big 12 ReleaseIRVING, Texas — Arizona State quarterback Sam Leavitt has been named the Big 12 Conference’s Preseason Offensive Player of the Year, headlining the 2025 Preseason All-Big 12 Football Team announced Monday.The redshirt sophomore is one of five Sun Devils recognized on the preseason squad, the most of any school. Arizona State is coming off a Big 12 title in its first year as a member of the league.Texas Tech linebacker Jacob Rodriguez, a senior, was named the Preseason Defensive Player of the Year, while Utah junior quarterback Devon Dampier was selected as Newcomer of the Year.Texas Tech and Iowa State each had three players selected to the all-conference team.2025 Big 12 Preseason Awards Offensive Player of the Year – Sam Leavitt, QB, Arizona State, R-So. Defensive Player of the Year – Jacob Rodriguez, LB, Texas Tech, Sr. Newcomer of the Year – Devon Dampier, QB, Utah, Jr.Preseason All-Big 12 Team Offense QB – Sam Leavitt, Arizona State, R-So. RB – Bryson Washington, Baylor, R-So. RB – Jahiem White, West Virginia, Jr. FB/H-Back – Will Swanson, Kansas State, Sr. WR – Eric McAlister, TCU, Sr. WR – Chase Roberts, BYU, R-Sr. WR – Jordyn Tyson, Arizona State, R-Jr. TE – Joe Royer, Cincinnati, R-Sr. OL – Ben Coleman, Arizona State, Gr. OL – Spencer Fano, Utah, Jr. OL – Bryce Foster, Kansas, R-Jr. OL – Caleb Lomu, Utah, R-So. OL – Jordan Seaton, Colorado, So. PK – Will Ferrin, BYU, R-Sr. PR/KR – Josh Cameron, Baylor, R-Sr.Defense DL – David Bailey, Texas Tech, Sr. DL – Dontay Corleone, Cincinnati, R-Sr. DL – C.J. Fite, Arizona State, Jr. DL – Lee Hunter, Texas Tech, Sr. DL – Domonique Orange, Iowa State, Sr. LB – Jacob Rodriguez, Texas Tech, Sr. LB – Austin Romaine, Kansas State, Jr. LB – Keaton Thomas, Baylor, R-Jr. DB – Xavion Alford, Arizona State, R-Sr. DB – Bud Clark, TCU, Sr. DB – Jeremiah Cooper, Iowa State, Sr. DB – DJ McKinney, Colorado, Jr. DB – Jontez Williams, Iowa State, R-Jr. P – Palmer Williams, Baylor, Jr.

🏈 KU, K-State place three on 2025 Preseason All-Big 12 team

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Monday, July 7 KAYS: Kansas City Royals vs. Pittsburgh Pirates, 6:00pm

Tuesday, July 8 KAYS: Kansas City Royals vs. Pittsburgh Pirates, 6:00pm

Wednesday, July 9 KAYS: Kansas City Royals vs. Pittsburgh Pirates, 6:00pm

Friday, July 11 KAYS: Kansas City Royals vs. New York Mets, 6:30pm

Saturday, July 12 KAYS: Kansas City Royals vs. New York Mets, 2:30pm

Sunday, July 13 KAYS: Kansas City Royals vs. New York Mets, 12:30pm

KAYS - (1400/94.3) KFIX - (96.9) KHAZ - (99.5) KJLS - (103.3) KKQY - (101.9)&nbsp; Monday, July 7 KAYS: Kansas City Royals vs. Pittsburgh Pirates, 6:00pmTuesday, July 8 KAYS: Kansas City Royals vs. Pittsburgh Pirates, 6:00pmWednesday, July 9 KAYS: Kansas City Royals vs. Pittsburgh Pirates, 6:00pmThursday, July 10 noneFriday, July 11 KAYS: Kansas City Royals vs. New York Mets, 6:30pmSaturday, July 12 KAYS: Kansas City Royals vs. New York Mets, 2:30pmSunday, July 13 KAYS: Kansas City Royals vs. New York Mets, 12:30pm

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Sunday, July 6 KAYS: Kansas City Royals at Arizona Diamondbacks, 2:30pm

KAYS - (1400/94.3) KFIX - (96.9) KHAZ - (99.5) KJLS - (103.3) KKQY - (101.9)Sunday, July 6 KAYS: Kansas City Royals at Arizona Diamondbacks, 2:30pm

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

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.

<figure>
 <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)" />
 <figcaption>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)</figcaption>
 </figure>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.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1750963065010.jpeg" alt="Kansas City Royals' Bobby Witt Jr. celebrates with teammates after hitting a two-run home run during the ninth inning of a baseball game against the Chicago White Sox in Chicago, Sunday, June 8, 2025. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)" />
 <figcaption>Kansas City Royals' Bobby Witt Jr. celebrates with teammates after hitting a two-run home run during the ninth inning of a baseball game against the Chicago White Sox in Chicago, Sunday, June 8, 2025. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)</figcaption>
 </figure>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

PARKER, Colo. –&nbsp;The Hays Larks scored 10 runs in the
final three innings and rallied for a 15-13 comeback win over the Gameday
Angels in 10 innings Saturday at Double Angel Field for the two-game series sweep.
The 

The Larks (17-4-1, 12-4 RMBL) scored two in the first and
two in the second and led 5-1 entering the bottom of the fourth but Gameday (10-12,
6-9 RMBL) answered with eight runs in the bottom of the inning which included a
solo homer and grand slam. They added another run on an error in the fifth which
pushed their lead to 10-5 where it remained until the eighth.

The Larks started their comeback with four runs in the top
of the eighth. Taber Stokes had an RBI double, Kaleb Duncan added a sacrifice
fly and Jackson Babcock a two-run double. Stokes tied the game with a one-out
RBI single in the top of the ninth. 

The Larks took the lead back with five in the top of the 10th.
Babcock opened the inning with a double, Garrett Gruell followed with a single
then stole second, both scored on Dylan LaRue’s single. Stokes hit a three-run
homer for a 15-10 lead.

The Angels got a two-out bases loaded double which scored
three but a fly out ended the game.

Trent Baker, Dylan LaRue and Taber Stokes all had three of
the Larks 17 hits. Stokes drove in five and Baker had three RBIs.

Brooks Jones (2-0) allowed three runs on two hits with 10
strikeouts and four walks over 4 1/3 innings of relief and picked up the win.

Hays Post SportsPARKER, Colo. –&nbsp;The Hays Larks scored 10 runs in the
final three innings and rallied for a 15-13 comeback win over the Gameday
Angels in 10 innings Saturday at Double Angel Field for the two-game series sweep.
The The Larks (17-4-1, 12-4 RMBL) scored two in the first and
two in the second and led 5-1 entering the bottom of the fourth but Gameday (10-12,
6-9 RMBL) answered with eight runs in the bottom of the inning which included a
solo homer and grand slam. They added another run on an error in the fifth which
pushed their lead to 10-5 where it remained until the eighth.The Larks started their comeback with four runs in the top
of the eighth. Taber Stokes had an RBI double, Kaleb Duncan added a sacrifice
fly and Jackson Babcock a two-run double. Stokes tied the game with a one-out
RBI single in the top of the ninth. The Larks took the lead back with five in the top of the 10th.
Babcock opened the inning with a double, Garrett Gruell followed with a single
then stole second, both scored on Dylan LaRue’s single. Stokes hit a three-run
homer for a 15-10 lead.The Angels got a two-out bases loaded double which scored
three but a fly out ended the game.Trent Baker, Dylan LaRue and Taber Stokes all had three of
the Larks 17 hits. Stokes drove in five and Baker had three RBIs.Brooks Jones (2-0) allowed three runs on two hits with 10
strikeouts and four walks over 4 1/3 innings of relief and picked up the win.UP NEXT

⚾ Larks rally late to extra inning win over Angels

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

The Hays Larks are in Parker, Colorado on Saturday to close out their two-game series&nbsp;against the Gameday Angels.

The first pitch is set for 6 p.m. at Double Angel Ballpark.

You can catch on the action on the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@hayslarksbaseball/streams">Larks YouTube channel.</a>

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 </figure>The Hays Larks are in Parker, Colorado on Saturday to close out their two-game series&nbsp;against the Gameday Angels.The first pitch is set for 6 p.m. at Double Angel Ballpark.You can catch on the action on the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@hayslarksbaseball/streams">Larks YouTube channel.</a>Hays Larks baseball on HaysPost.com is courtesy of the Hays
Larks. The broadcast is produced by the Hays Larks

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Saturday, July 5 KAYS: Kansas City Royals at Arizona Diamondbacks, 2:30pm

KAYS - (1400/94.3) KFIX - (96.9) KHAZ - (99.5) KJLS - (103.3) KKQY - (101.9)Saturday, July 5 KAYS: Kansas City Royals at Arizona Diamondbacks, 2:30pmSunday, July 6 KAYS: Kansas City Royals at Arizona Diamondbacks, 2:30pm

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).

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/7/1751697443136.jpeg" alt="Photo KC Royals" />
 <figcaption>Photo KC Royals</figcaption>
 </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 

Friday, July 4 KAYS: Kansas City Royals at Arizona Diamondbacks, 8:00pm

KAYS - (1400/94.3) KFIX - (96.9) KHAZ - (99.5) KJLS - (103.3) KKQY - (101.9)Friday, July 4 KAYS: Kansas City Royals at Arizona Diamondbacks, 8:00pmSaturday, July 5 KAYS: Kansas City Royals at Arizona Diamondbacks, 2:30pmSunday, July 6 KAYS: Kansas City Royals at Arizona Diamondbacks, 2:30pm

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).

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/7/1751609701045.jpeg" alt="Photo Kansas City Royals" />
 <figcaption>Photo Kansas City Royals</figcaption>
 </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

PARKER, Colo. – The Hays Larks scored eight runs in each of
the first two innings and defeated the Gameday Angels 27-3 Thursday at Double
Angel Field. The Larks hit five home runs and had nine extra base hits in the
game which ended after seven innings by run rule.

It’s the most runs scored by a Larks team since they tallied
26 at the Derby Twins on June 26, 2018. Their 22 hits are the most in a game since
collecting 24 at the Colorado Springs CageRats on June 23, 2023.

Paul Smith, Taber Stokes, Trent Baker, Dylan LaRue and Lane
Sparks all homered for the Larks (16-4-1, 12-4 RMBL). Garrett Gruell had three
hits and was a home run shy of hitting for the cycle. Kaleb Duncan, Sparks and
CJ Reid also had three hits. LaRue drove in six runs, Sparks had five RBIs and
Stokes knocked in four runs.

Starter Nolan Wilson (2-0) allowed two runs on three hits
with seven strikeouts and two walks over four innings and picked up the win. Jordan
Stribling followed with two shutout innings. Adrian Najar allowed a solo homer in
the final inning.

Eight of the Larks first nine batters had hits in the top of
the first. LaRue hit a three-run homer, Stokes a two-run shot and Baker a three-run
blast in the eight-run second. Sparks hit the Larks third grand slam of the
season in fifth and Smith added a three-run shot an inning later.

Two of the three Angels (8-10, 4-7 RMBL) runs came on solo home
runs from Owen Best and James Harbison.

The Larks close out their three-game Colorado road swing
with another game against the Gameday Angels on Saturday at 7:05 p.m. CDT.

Hays Post SportsPARKER, Colo. – The Hays Larks scored eight runs in each of
the first two innings and defeated the Gameday Angels 27-3 Thursday at Double
Angel Field. The Larks hit five home runs and had nine extra base hits in the
game which ended after seven innings by run rule.It’s the most runs scored by a Larks team since they tallied
26 at the Derby Twins on June 26, 2018. Their 22 hits are the most in a game since
collecting 24 at the Colorado Springs CageRats on June 23, 2023.Paul Smith, Taber Stokes, Trent Baker, Dylan LaRue and Lane
Sparks all homered for the Larks (16-4-1, 12-4 RMBL). Garrett Gruell had three
hits and was a home run shy of hitting for the cycle. Kaleb Duncan, Sparks and
CJ Reid also had three hits. LaRue drove in six runs, Sparks had five RBIs and
Stokes knocked in four runs.Starter Nolan Wilson (2-0) allowed two runs on three hits
with seven strikeouts and two walks over four innings and picked up the win. Jordan
Stribling followed with two shutout innings. Adrian Najar allowed a solo homer in
the final inning.Eight of the Larks first nine batters had hits in the top of
the first. LaRue hit a three-run homer, Stokes a two-run shot and Baker a three-run
blast in the eight-run second. Sparks hit the Larks third grand slam of the
season in fifth and Smith added a three-run shot an inning later.Two of the three Angels (8-10, 4-7 RMBL) runs came on solo home
runs from Owen Best and James Harbison.UP NEXTThe Larks close out their three-game Colorado road swing
with another game against the Gameday Angels on Saturday at 7:05 p.m. CDT.

⚾ Larks hit 5 home runs, score 27 runs on rout of Angels

The Hays Larks travel to Parker, Colorado Thursday for the first of two games against the Gameday Angels.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1717183089670.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>The Hays Larks travel to Parker, Colorado Thursday for the first of two games against the Gameday Angels.The first pitch is set for 6 p.m. at Double Angel Ballpark.You can catch on the action on the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@hayslarksbaseball/streams">Larks YouTube channel.</a>Hays Larks baseball on HaysPost.com is courtesy of the Hays
Larks. The broadcast is produced by the Hays Larks

Thursday, July 3 KAYS: Kansas City Royals at Seattle Mariners, 8:30pm

KAYS - (1400/94.3) KFIX - (96.9) KHAZ - (99.5) KJLS - (103.3) KKQY - (101.9)Thursday, July 3 KAYS: Kansas City Royals at Seattle Mariners, 8:30pmFriday, July 4 KAYS: Kansas City Royals at Arizona Diamondbacks, 8:00pmSaturday, July 5 KAYS: Kansas City Royals at Arizona Diamondbacks, 2:30pmSunday, July 6 KAYS: Kansas City Royals at Arizona Diamondbacks, 2:30pm

DENVER
– Merek Shannon hit a grand slam with one out in the bottom of the ninth inning
which capped a five-run rally and led the Collegiate (Colo.) Roughriders to a
13-12 win over the Hays Larks Wednesday night at the Regis Baseball Field.

The
Roughriders (8-10, 4-3 RMBL) started the rally with a leadoff walk. Dalton
Campbell then got a strikeout for the first out of the inning but a single, a hit
batter and walk scored a run. Julio Romas entered and gave up the game winning
homerun on a 1-0 pitch.

The
Larks (15-4-1, 11-4 RMBL) saw their five-game win streak snapped despite collecting
a season-high 18 hits and striking out a season-high 16 Roughrider batters. It's the first time this season they've lost a game when leading after the seventh and eighth innings.

Hays
scored a run in the first on a Garrett Gruell single then added two in the
second to grab an early 3-0 lead.

After
the Roughriders scored three in the bottom of the third to tie the game, Hays
answered with four in the top of the fifth. Gruell, Lorenzo Rios and CJ Reid
all had RBI doubles and Taber Stokes an RBI single.

The
Larks then scored three in the sixth on a Jackson Babcock single, Thomas Lyssy
sacrifice fly and Rios triple to up their lead to 10-4.

The
Roughriders came right back with four in the bottom of the inning on a two-run
single, hit batter and groundout to pull within 10-8.

The
Larks responded with single runs in the seventh and ninth and held a 12-8 lead
entering the bottom of the ninth.

Larks’
starter Trent Baker allowed four runs (three earned) on seven hits with nine
strikeouts over five innings. Campbell gave up eight runs on three hits with
seven strikeouts but walked five. Ramos faced just one batter and suffered the
loss.

Jackson
Babcock went 5-for-5 and drove in two runs. Lorenzo Rios added three this and
drove in three runs.

The
Larks play the first of two against the Gameday Angels Thursday night in
Parker, Colorado. The Angels lost 13-9 to the Denver Cougars Wednesday night
and are 8-9 overall and 4-6 in the Rocky Mountain Baseball League. First pitch
is scheduled for 7:05 p.m. CDT at Double Angel Field.

Hays Post SportsDENVER
– Merek Shannon hit a grand slam with one out in the bottom of the ninth inning
which capped a five-run rally and led the Collegiate (Colo.) Roughriders to a
13-12 win over the Hays Larks Wednesday night at the Regis Baseball Field.The
Roughriders (8-10, 4-3 RMBL) started the rally with a leadoff walk. Dalton
Campbell then got a strikeout for the first out of the inning but a single, a hit
batter and walk scored a run. Julio Romas entered and gave up the game winning
homerun on a 1-0 pitch.The
Larks (15-4-1, 11-4 RMBL) saw their five-game win streak snapped despite collecting
a season-high 18 hits and striking out a season-high 16 Roughrider batters. It's the first time this season they've lost a game when leading after the seventh and eighth innings.Hays
scored a run in the first on a Garrett Gruell single then added two in the
second to grab an early 3-0 lead.After
the Roughriders scored three in the bottom of the third to tie the game, Hays
answered with four in the top of the fifth. Gruell, Lorenzo Rios and CJ Reid
all had RBI doubles and Taber Stokes an RBI single.The
Larks then scored three in the sixth on a Jackson Babcock single, Thomas Lyssy
sacrifice fly and Rios triple to up their lead to 10-4.The
Roughriders came right back with four in the bottom of the inning on a two-run
single, hit batter and groundout to pull within 10-8.The
Larks responded with single runs in the seventh and ninth and held a 12-8 lead
entering the bottom of the ninth.Larks’
starter Trent Baker allowed four runs (three earned) on seven hits with nine
strikeouts over five innings. Campbell gave up eight runs on three hits with
seven strikeouts but walked five. Ramos faced just one batter and suffered the
loss.Jackson
Babcock went 5-for-5 and drove in two runs. Lorenzo Rios added three this and
drove in three runs.UP
NEXTThe
Larks play the first of two against the Gameday Angels Thursday night in
Parker, Colorado. The Angels lost 13-9 to the Denver Cougars Wednesday night
and are 8-9 overall and 4-6 in the Rocky Mountain Baseball League. First pitch
is scheduled for 7:05 p.m. CDT at Double Angel Field.

⚾ Larks lose to Roughriders on walk off grand slam

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.

<figure>
 <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)" />
 <figcaption>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)</figcaption>
 </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

The Hays Larks are on the road for another RMBL contest against the Colorado Roughriders on Wednesday.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1717183089670.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>The Hays Larks are on the road for another RMBL contest against the Colorado Roughriders on Wednesday.&nbsp;First pitch is set for 4 p.m.You can catch on the action on the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@hayslarksbaseball/streams">Larks YouTube channel.</a>Hays Larks baseball on HaysPost.com is courtesy of the Hays
Larks. The broadcast is produced by the Hays Larks

⚾🎥 WATCH LIVE Hays Larks at Colorado Roughriders

Wednesday, July 2 KAYS: Kansas City Royals at Seattle Mariners, 8:00pm

KAYS - (1400/94.3) KFIX - (96.9) KHAZ - (99.5) KJLS - (103.3) KKQY - (101.9)Wednesday, July 2 KAYS: Kansas City Royals at Seattle Mariners, 8:00pmThursday, July 3 KAYS: Kansas City Royals at Seattle Mariners, 8:30pmFriday, July 4 KAYS: Kansas City Royals at Arizona Diamondbacks, 8:00pmSaturday, July 5 KAYS: Kansas City Royals at Arizona Diamondbacks, 2:30pmSunday, July 6 KAYS: Kansas City Royals at Arizona Diamondbacks, 2:30pm

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

Tuesday, July 1 KAYS: Kansas City Royals at Seattle Mariners, 8:00pm

KAYS - (1400/94.3) KFIX - (96.9) KHAZ - (99.5) KJLS - (103.3) KKQY - (101.9)Tuesday, July 1 KAYS: Kansas City Royals at Seattle Mariners, 8:00pmWednesday, July 2 KAYS: Kansas City Royals at Seattle Mariners, 8:00pmThursday, July 3 KAYS: Kansas City Royals at Seattle Mariners, 8:30pmFriday, July 4 KAYS: Kansas City Royals at Arizona Diamondbacks, 8:00pmSaturday, July 5 KAYS: Kansas City Royals at Arizona Diamondbacks, 2:30pmSunday, July 6 KAYS: Kansas City Royals at Arizona Diamondbacks, 2:30pm

SEATTLE (AP) — Cal Raleigh hit his major league-leading 33rd homer and Randy Arozarena connected twice as the Seattle Mariners beat the Kansas City Royals 6-2 on Monday night.

Raleigh led off the seventh inning with a home run against reliever Daniel Lynch IV, prompting chants of “MVP! MVP!” from the home crowd.

Arozarena hit his 100th career homer with a solo shot in the fourth to give Seattle its first run. In the fifth, he broke open the game with a three-run drive, his 10th of the season. It was the first multihomer game for Arozarena since July 20, 2024.

George Kirby (2-4) allowed one run and three hits in six innings, striking out five without a walk. He also permitted just one run and three hits over six innings his previous time out at Minnesota.

Royals starter Michael Wacha (4-8) gave up five runs and eight hits over five innings.

Bobby Witt Jr. had two RBIs for the Royals.

Kansas City loaded the bases with one out in the eighth against reliever Trent Thornton, who then retired Witt and Maikel Garcia on grounders to limit the damage to one run.

Raleigh also had a sacrifice fly in the fifth. He leads the majors with 71 RBIs. ... Witt has at least one hit in 20 straight road games, two shy of the franchise record.

Royals RHP Michael Lorenzen (4-8, 4.91 ERA) starts Tuesday against RHP Emerson Hancock (3-3, 5.43) in the second game of the four-game series.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/7/1751365499842.jpeg" alt="Seattle Mariners' Cal Raleigh hits a solo home run off Kansas City Royals pitcher Daniel Lynch IV during the seventh inning of a baseball game Monday, June 30, 2025, in Seattle. (AP Photo/John Froschauer)" />
 <figcaption>Seattle Mariners' Cal Raleigh hits a solo home run off Kansas City Royals pitcher Daniel Lynch IV during the seventh inning of a baseball game Monday, June 30, 2025, in Seattle. (AP Photo/John Froschauer)</figcaption>
 </figure>SEATTLE (AP) — Cal Raleigh hit his major league-leading 33rd homer and Randy Arozarena connected twice as the Seattle Mariners beat the Kansas City Royals 6-2 on Monday night.Raleigh led off the seventh inning with a home run against reliever Daniel Lynch IV, prompting chants of “MVP! MVP!” from the home crowd.Arozarena hit his 100th career homer with a solo shot in the fourth to give Seattle its first run. In the fifth, he broke open the game with a three-run drive, his 10th of the season. It was the first multihomer game for Arozarena since July 20, 2024.George Kirby (2-4) allowed one run and three hits in six innings, striking out five without a walk. He also permitted just one run and three hits over six innings his previous time out at Minnesota.Royals starter Michael Wacha (4-8) gave up five runs and eight hits over five innings.Bobby Witt Jr. had two RBIs for the Royals.<h2>Key moment</h2>Kansas City loaded the bases with one out in the eighth against reliever Trent Thornton, who then retired Witt and Maikel Garcia on grounders to limit the damage to one run.<h2>Key stats</h2>Raleigh also had a sacrifice fly in the fifth. He leads the majors with 71 RBIs. ... Witt has at least one hit in 20 straight road games, two shy of the franchise record.<h2>Up next</h2>Royals RHP Michael Lorenzen (4-8, 4.91 ERA) starts Tuesday against RHP Emerson Hancock (3-3, 5.43) in the second game of the four-game series.

⚾ Raleigh extends MLB lead with 33rd homer in Mariners' win over Royals

HAYS
– The Hays Larks sent 20 batters to the plate in a 14-run third inning and closed
out their three game homestand with 20-2 blowout of the Dodge City A’s Monday
night at Larks Park.

Dylan
LaRue homered twice in the big frame. His two-run shot which pushed the lead to
8-1. Lane Sparks added a three-run blast to push the lead to 11-1. LaRue then added
another three-run homer to increase the lead to 15-1. The Larks (15-3-1, 11-3
RMBL) took advantage of six walks and had 10 hits in the inning.

Trent
Baker hit a two-run homer in the second to push the Larks lead to 6-1. Sparks
had&nbsp; two-run single and Thomas Lyssy a
two-run double earlier in the inning. 

Dodge
City (10-13, 5-6 RMBL) scored on a wild pitch in the second to take an early
1-0 lead.

Sparks
finished with three hits and seven RBIs which is the most since Brady Evans drive in seven vs. Colorado Springs Outlaws on July 8, 2022. LaRue had three hits and drove in
five, Baker also had three hits and three RBIs.

Nick
Gray (4-0) allowed one run on three hits with seven strikeouts over five
innings and picked up his team-leading fourth win.

The
20 runs scored by the Larks are the most in a game since they scored 21 at the
Colorado Springs Cage Rats on June 24, 2023. 

It’s
the second time this season the Larks have hit four or more home runs against
the A’s. They hit five out in their home opener on June 7th.

The
Larks have won five straight and move to 15-3-1 and 11-3 in the Rocky Mountain
Baseball League.



The Larks head to Colorado for a three-game road trip
beginning with the Collegiate Roughriders in Denver on Wednesday, July 2.

Hays Post SportsHAYS
– The Hays Larks sent 20 batters to the plate in a 14-run third inning and closed
out their three game homestand with 20-2 blowout of the Dodge City A’s Monday
night at Larks Park.Dylan
LaRue homered twice in the big frame. His two-run shot which pushed the lead to
8-1. Lane Sparks added a three-run blast to push the lead to 11-1. LaRue then added
another three-run homer to increase the lead to 15-1. The Larks (15-3-1, 11-3
RMBL) took advantage of six walks and had 10 hits in the inning.Trent
Baker hit a two-run homer in the second to push the Larks lead to 6-1. Sparks
had&nbsp; two-run single and Thomas Lyssy a
two-run double earlier in the inning. Dodge
City (10-13, 5-6 RMBL) scored on a wild pitch in the second to take an early
1-0 lead.Sparks
finished with three hits and seven RBIs which is the most since Brady Evans drive in seven vs. Colorado Springs Outlaws on July 8, 2022. LaRue had three hits and drove in
five, Baker also had three hits and three RBIs.Nick
Gray (4-0) allowed one run on three hits with seven strikeouts over five
innings and picked up his team-leading fourth win.The
20 runs scored by the Larks are the most in a game since they scored 21 at the
Colorado Springs Cage Rats on June 24, 2023. It’s
the second time this season the Larks have hit four or more home runs against
the A’s. They hit five out in their home opener on June 7th.The
Larks have won five straight and move to 15-3-1 and 11-3 in the Rocky Mountain
Baseball League.

UP
NEXTThe Larks head to Colorado for a three-game road trip
beginning with the Collegiate Roughriders in Denver on Wednesday, July 2.