KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Kansas City Royals and Sinclair Broadcast Group (NASDAQ: SBGI) today announced a new multi-year media rights agreement for FOX Sports Kansas City (FSKC) to continue as the television home of the Royals. The agreement begins with the 2020 season. Years and financial terms are not disclosed.

“On behalf of our organization, I’m excited to announce we have reached this agreement with the Sinclair Broadcast Group to continue to bring Royals baseball to our fan base on FOX Sports Kansas City,” said John Sherman, Royals Chairman and CEO. “FSKC has been an outstanding partner since the 2008 season, not only in bringing our fans the action on the field but working with us in our community and in countless charity endeavors. We currently are ranked fourth in Major League Baseball in television ratings thanks to our fans who are among the most knowledgeable and loyal in all of baseball.”

“We’re thrilled to announce a new agreement with the Royals,” said Chris Ripley, Sinclair Broadcast Group President and Chief Executive Officer. “This is a great deal with an important longtime partner that allows us additional flexibility for distribution and digital rights. It’s been the network’s honor to bring Royals fans some of the greatest moments in franchise history, and we can’t wait to be part of many more in the years to come.”

FOX Sports Kansas City, a Sinclair-owned regional sports network, is in its 13th season as the exclusive television home of the Royals and 21st overall as the Royals’ television partner. FOX Sports Kansas City will televise 59 of the scheduled 60 games in this pandemic shortened season.

Ryan Lefebvre serves as play-by-play announcer for the majority of telecasts, while Steve Physioc also calls play-by-play periodically. Rex Hudler returns as the game analyst, while the pre and post-game shows are once again anchored by Joel Goldberg and Jeff Montgomery.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Kansas City Royals and Sinclair Broadcast Group (NASDAQ: SBGI) today announced a new multi-year media rights agreement for FOX Sports Kansas City (FSKC) to continue as the television home of the Royals. The agreement begins with the 2020 season. Years and financial terms are not disclosed.“On behalf of our organization, I’m excited to announce we have reached this agreement with the Sinclair Broadcast Group to continue to bring Royals baseball to our fan base on FOX Sports Kansas City,” said John Sherman, Royals Chairman and CEO. “FSKC has been an outstanding partner since the 2008 season, not only in bringing our fans the action on the field but working with us in our community and in countless charity endeavors. We currently are ranked fourth in Major League Baseball in television ratings thanks to our fans who are among the most knowledgeable and loyal in all of baseball.”“We’re thrilled to announce a new agreement with the Royals,” said Chris Ripley, Sinclair Broadcast Group President and Chief Executive Officer. “This is a great deal with an important longtime partner that allows us additional flexibility for distribution and digital rights. It’s been the network’s honor to bring Royals fans some of the greatest moments in franchise history, and we can’t wait to be part of many more in the years to come.”FOX Sports Kansas City, a Sinclair-owned regional sports network, is in its 13th season as the exclusive television home of the Royals and 21st overall as the Royals’ television partner. FOX Sports Kansas City will televise 59 of the scheduled 60 games in this pandemic shortened season.Ryan Lefebvre serves as play-by-play announcer for the majority of telecasts, while Steve Physioc also calls play-by-play periodically. Rex Hudler returns as the game analyst, while the pre and post-game shows are once again anchored by Joel Goldberg and Jeff Montgomery.Royals Release

Royals & FOX Sports Kansas City announce multi-year agreement

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Nelson Cruz hit his 10th homer, Marwin Gonzalez had two RBIs and closer Taylor Rogers dodged trouble in the ninth inning to lift the Minnesota Twins over the Kansas City Royals 5-4 on Sunday.

Cruz connected on closer Trevor Rosenthal's 99 mph fastball for a solo shot that went an estimated 441 feet to center field in the ninth inning. The drive gave Minnesota a two-run lead and helped the Twins win their eighth series in nine tries this season.

“You definitely have to be straight to the ball,” Cruz said. “We know that he throws hard and he has some good breaking balls.”

Max Wisler opened with two scoreless innings for Minnesota and Tyler Clippard (1-0) got the win with a perfect eighth. Rogers allowed an RBI single to Maikel Franco in the ninth but retired Alex Gordon to complete his sixth save.

“Our guys dealt with very high stress situations time and time again today,” Twins manager Rocco Baldelli said. “There was nothing that came easy for either team. Even though the score didn’t change a ton, there was a lot going on.”

Kansas City also had the bases loaded with two outs in the seventh inning, but Adalberto Mondesi struck out against Sergio Romo. The Royals are 2 for 21 with the bases loaded this season.

“It comes down to those situations and those are opportunities we are going to get it done, but frustrating not to have done it yet,” Royals manager Mike Matheny said.

Kris Bubic (0-4), the Royals' 2018 first-round pick, allowed four runs and nine hits in 3 1/3 innings. He's yet to get a win in any of his five big league starts.

“The results haven’t look great, but I’m just going to keep learning,” Bubic said. “Hopefully next year I’ll laugh about outings like this one.”

Minnesota's Miguel Sano scored Max Kepler on an RBI double to right-center to plate the first run of the game, and Eddie Rosario scored Sano on an RBI single the next at-bat to lead 2-0.

After three straight singles in the third by Cruz, Sano and Rosario — two of which didn’t leave the infield — Gonzalez scored two with a double to left field to extend the score to 4-0.

The Royals responded right away when Meibrys Viloria walked, Hunter Dozier doubled for one of his career-high four hits, which was then followed by a double by Jorge Soler, which scored both runners to cut the deficit in half at 4-2.

With two outs in the seventh, Dozier singled, Soler walked and Franco hit an RBI single right Gonzalez's glove at third to cut the lead to 4-3 before Mondesi's strikeout.

Royals: RHP Jake Newberry was optioned after Saturday’s game and RHP Chance Adams was recalled.

Twins: Clippard was hit in the right arm by a line drive on the third out of the eighth inning. Manager Rocco Baldelli said imaging didn't show a serious injury, but he anticipates shutting Clippard down from throwing for some amount of time.

Royals: RHP Danny Duffy might get a few extra days before his next start. Although no official injury has been reported, manager Mike Matheny said he’d like all his guys to be rested as they gear up for 20 games in the next 21 days.

Royals: Travel to St. Louis for a three-game series starting Monday night. RHP Brad Keller (3-0, 0.00) faces Cardinals RHP Jack Flaherty (1-0, 3.12).

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Nelson Cruz hit his 10th homer, Marwin Gonzalez had two RBIs and closer Taylor Rogers dodged trouble in the ninth inning to lift the Minnesota Twins over the Kansas City Royals 5-4 on Sunday.Cruz connected on closer Trevor Rosenthal's 99 mph fastball for a solo shot that went an estimated 441 feet to center field in the ninth inning. The drive gave Minnesota a two-run lead and helped the Twins win their eighth series in nine tries this season.“You definitely have to be straight to the ball,” Cruz said. “We know that he throws hard and he has some good breaking balls.”Max Wisler opened with two scoreless innings for Minnesota and Tyler Clippard (1-0) got the win with a perfect eighth. Rogers allowed an RBI single to Maikel Franco in the ninth but retired Alex Gordon to complete his sixth save.“Our guys dealt with very high stress situations time and time again today,” Twins manager Rocco Baldelli said. “There was nothing that came easy for either team. Even though the score didn’t change a ton, there was a lot going on.”Kansas City also had the bases loaded with two outs in the seventh inning, but Adalberto Mondesi struck out against Sergio Romo. The Royals are 2 for 21 with the bases loaded this season.“It comes down to those situations and those are opportunities we are going to get it done, but frustrating not to have done it yet,” Royals manager Mike Matheny said.Kris Bubic (0-4), the Royals' 2018 first-round pick, allowed four runs and nine hits in 3 1/3 innings. He's yet to get a win in any of his five big league starts.“The results haven’t look great, but I’m just going to keep learning,” Bubic said. “Hopefully next year I’ll laugh about outings like this one.”Minnesota's Miguel Sano scored Max Kepler on an RBI double to right-center to plate the first run of the game, and Eddie Rosario scored Sano on an RBI single the next at-bat to lead 2-0.After three straight singles in the third by Cruz, Sano and Rosario — two of which didn’t leave the infield — Gonzalez scored two with a double to left field to extend the score to 4-0.The Royals responded right away when Meibrys Viloria walked, Hunter Dozier doubled for one of his career-high four hits, which was then followed by a double by Jorge Soler, which scored both runners to cut the deficit in half at 4-2.With two outs in the seventh, Dozier singled, Soler walked and Franco hit an RBI single right Gonzalez's glove at third to cut the lead to 4-3 before Mondesi's strikeout.ROSTER MOVESRoyals: RHP Jake Newberry was optioned after Saturday’s game and RHP Chance Adams was recalled.TRAINERS ROOMTwins: Clippard was hit in the right arm by a line drive on the third out of the eighth inning. Manager Rocco Baldelli said imaging didn't show a serious injury, but he anticipates shutting Clippard down from throwing for some amount of time.Royals: RHP Danny Duffy might get a few extra days before his next start. Although no official injury has been reported, manager Mike Matheny said he’d like all his guys to be rested as they gear up for 20 games in the next 21 days.UP NEXTRoyals: Travel to St. Louis for a three-game series starting Monday night. RHP Brad Keller (3-0, 0.00) faces Cardinals RHP Jack Flaherty (1-0, 3.12).

Cruz’s late homer helps Twins beat Royals

KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- The Twins' Eddie Rosario and Miguel Sano have seen Royals starter Brady Singer three times in the last three weeks.

They must have learned how to hit him hard.

Rosario hit a three-run homer in the first inning, Sano sent a pitch an estimated 458 feet off the home team's Hall of Fame in left field, and Minnesota beat Kansas City 7-2 on Saturday night to even their three-game series.

"When we see pitchers like that back-to-back, we study them and we just try to go out there and execute against them," Rosario said. "As a team, we showed tonight we can do damage when we get pitchers like that."

Randy Dobnak (5-1) pitched five innings of two-run ball, continuing his brilliant start to the season. The former undrafted free agent, who just three years ago was pitching for the independent Utica Unicorns, gave up a homer to Alex Gordon but otherwise kept dodging trouble on a hot, humid night at Kauffman Stadium.

Singer (1-3) allowed four runs and six hits in four innings while trying to flummox a team already familiar with him.

"They had a good game plan against him, coming right out of the box swinging well," Royals manager Mike Matheny said. "We've all been talking about this for several days. He was going to face them three times and would he mix it up enough to keep them off balance a third time? That's definitely a challenge but that's how the schedule lined up."

After the Royals jumped on the Twins with four runs in the first Friday night, it was Minnesota's turn to strike early. Max Kepler hit a leadoff double, Jorge Polanco singled and Rosario hit Singer's biggest mistake into the right-field fountain.

Sano made it 4-0 when he crushed a pitch to left field, a home run that rivals one hit by Albert Pujols with the St. Louis Cardinals more than a decade ago for the longest to that part of the ballpark.

"You know, the funny part of that, I didn't hit it that well," Sano said. "If I got all of it, I would have hit it over it."

Meanwhile, Dobnak was keeping the Royals off the scoreboard until the fifth, when Gordon sent a one-out pitch over the wall in center. That finally gave Kansas City some momentum: Cam Gallagher and Whit Merrifield added two-out singles and Nicky Lopez guided an RBI double down the left-field line to make it 4-2.

Dobnak escaped the jam when he speared Hunter Dozier's line drive right back up the middle.

The Royals' last chance to pull ahead came on a series of miscues in the sixth. Alex Avila was called for interference when his catcher's mitt was nicked by Jorge Soler's bat, then Ryan McBroom singled before Gordon was hit by a pitch to load the bases. Tyler Duffy responded by striking out Adalberto Mondesi and pinch hitter Ryan O'Hearn to end the threat.

In a strange coincidence, Avila also was called for catchers' interference on Soler's previous at-bat.

The Twins put the game away with three runs off Ian Kennedy in the seventh.

"Guys came together. We got great efforts on both sides of the ball from the very beginning of the game," Twins manager Rocco Baldelli said. "We had really quality at-bats, hard-hit balls and a couple that left the yard."

The Twins purchased the contract of left-hander Danny Coulombe and recalled right-hander Sean Poppen before the game. Both relievers had been on the four-man taxi squad that made the trip to Kansas City.

Twins: RHPs Jake Odorizzi (bruised ribs) and Zack Littell (right elbow inflammation) went on the injured list after getting hurt in the series opener. RHP Homer Bailey was moved to the 45-day injury list after a setback in his recovery from right biceps tendinitis. "Most teams are dealing with rosters that don't necessarily look like they looked on opening day," Baldelli said. "Some of these teams -- and we want to be in this group -- just go out there and play."

Royals LHP Kris Bubic (0-3, 5.12 ERA) will try again for his first win when he makes his fifth career start and second in a row against Minnesota. He allowed two runs over 4 1/3 innings in a loss Monday. The Twins have yet to announce their starter because of their injuries.

Associated PressKANSAS CITY, Mo. -- The Twins' Eddie Rosario and Miguel Sano have seen Royals starter Brady Singer three times in the last three weeks.They must have learned how to hit him hard.Rosario hit a three-run homer in the first inning, Sano sent a pitch an estimated 458 feet off the home team's Hall of Fame in left field, and Minnesota beat Kansas City 7-2 on Saturday night to even their three-game series."When we see pitchers like that back-to-back, we study them and we just try to go out there and execute against them," Rosario said. "As a team, we showed tonight we can do damage when we get pitchers like that."Randy Dobnak (5-1) pitched five innings of two-run ball, continuing his brilliant start to the season. The former undrafted free agent, who just three years ago was pitching for the independent Utica Unicorns, gave up a homer to Alex Gordon but otherwise kept dodging trouble on a hot, humid night at Kauffman Stadium.Singer (1-3) allowed four runs and six hits in four innings while trying to flummox a team already familiar with him."They had a good game plan against him, coming right out of the box swinging well," Royals manager Mike Matheny said. "We've all been talking about this for several days. He was going to face them three times and would he mix it up enough to keep them off balance a third time? That's definitely a challenge but that's how the schedule lined up."After the Royals jumped on the Twins with four runs in the first Friday night, it was Minnesota's turn to strike early. Max Kepler hit a leadoff double, Jorge Polanco singled and Rosario hit Singer's biggest mistake into the right-field fountain.Sano made it 4-0 when he crushed a pitch to left field, a home run that rivals one hit by Albert Pujols with the St. Louis Cardinals more than a decade ago for the longest to that part of the ballpark."You know, the funny part of that, I didn't hit it that well," Sano said. "If I got all of it, I would have hit it over it."Meanwhile, Dobnak was keeping the Royals off the scoreboard until the fifth, when Gordon sent a one-out pitch over the wall in center. That finally gave Kansas City some momentum: Cam Gallagher and Whit Merrifield added two-out singles and Nicky Lopez guided an RBI double down the left-field line to make it 4-2.Dobnak escaped the jam when he speared Hunter Dozier's line drive right back up the middle.The Royals' last chance to pull ahead came on a series of miscues in the sixth. Alex Avila was called for interference when his catcher's mitt was nicked by Jorge Soler's bat, then Ryan McBroom singled before Gordon was hit by a pitch to load the bases. Tyler Duffy responded by striking out Adalberto Mondesi and pinch hitter Ryan O'Hearn to end the threat.In a strange coincidence, Avila also was called for catchers' interference on Soler's previous at-bat.The Twins put the game away with three runs off Ian Kennedy in the seventh."Guys came together. We got great efforts on both sides of the ball from the very beginning of the game," Twins manager Rocco Baldelli said. "We had really quality at-bats, hard-hit balls and a couple that left the yard."TWINS MOVESThe Twins purchased the contract of left-hander Danny Coulombe and recalled right-hander Sean Poppen before the game. Both relievers had been on the four-man taxi squad that made the trip to Kansas City.TRAINER'S ROOMTwins: RHPs Jake Odorizzi (bruised ribs) and Zack Littell (right elbow inflammation) went on the injured list after getting hurt in the series opener. RHP Homer Bailey was moved to the 45-day injury list after a setback in his recovery from right biceps tendinitis. "Most teams are dealing with rosters that don't necessarily look like they looked on opening day," Baldelli said. "Some of these teams -- and we want to be in this group -- just go out there and play."UP NEXTRoyals LHP Kris Bubic (0-3, 5.12 ERA) will try again for his first win when he makes his fifth career start and second in a row against Minnesota. He allowed two runs over 4 1/3 innings in a loss Monday. The Twins have yet to announce their starter because of their injuries.

Royals fall to Twins Saturday

CORRECTED to clarify the day coaches were notified. Hays Post apologizes for the error.

After the cancellation of a scrimmage and parents meeting night Friday, the Hays High School football team has now canceled practice Monday and Tuesday after a player tested positive for COVID-19.

The announcement comes days before the anticipated start of classes for Hays USD 489 next week.

The player has been asked to isolate.&nbsp;

The player informed the head coach on Aug. 22, according to a message sent to parents Saturday evening. The positive case was at the first practice on Aug. 17 and the second on Aug. 18.&nbsp;

The player has not attended practice since Aug. 18, the district said.

"After weighing the details, the HHS football team will not practice Monday, August 24th, or Tuesday, August 25th, to allow KDHE enough time for contact tracing," the message to parents read.

CORRECTED to clarify the day coaches were notified. Hays Post apologizes for the error.After the cancellation of a scrimmage and parents meeting night Friday, the Hays High School football team has now canceled practice Monday and Tuesday after a player tested positive for COVID-19.The announcement comes days before the anticipated start of classes for Hays USD 489 next week.The player has been asked to isolate.&nbsp;The player informed the head coach on Aug. 22, according to a message sent to parents Saturday evening. The positive case was at the first practice on Aug. 17 and the second on Aug. 18.&nbsp;The player has not attended practice since Aug. 18, the district said."After weighing the details, the HHS football team will not practice Monday, August 24th, or Tuesday, August 25th, to allow KDHE enough time for contact tracing," the message to parents read.<figure>
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Hays HS FB practices canceled after player tests COVID-19-positive

KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- The Royals knew they would need somebody to step up when Salvador Perez went on the injured list earlier in the day with a mysterious eye ailment that had caused the star catcher to have some blurry vision.

Well, Jorge Soler and Hunter Dozier certainly left the Twins seeing red.

Soler hit a three-run homer to cap a four-run first inning, Dozier went deep for the third straight game against Minnesota, and the two young sluggers helped Kansas City cruise to a 7-2 victory Friday night to open a third straight weekend series against its AL Central rival.

"We talked about his before game. We have to have a couple guys step up," Royals manager Mike Matheny said. "Every time you lose somebody it creates an opportunity."

It also created an easy night for Danny Duffy (2-2), who pitched a 1-2-3 first inning and then suddenly found himself with a 4-0 lead. Duffy wound up needing 81 pitches to get through five, but he permitted just four hits and a pair of walks while striking out six. The only run he allowed came on Ehire Adrianza's groundout with a runner on third.

"Fastball command, was able to throw some sinkers in there that moved a lot. Curveball was good. The slider was the best it has been all year," said Duffy, who also happened to punch out a handful of Twins with his changeup.

Twins starter Jake Odorizzi (0-1) allowed five runs and seven hits before he was literally knocked from the game.

Alex Gordon drilled him with a liner in the ribs in the fourth inning, and the right-hander who began his career in the Kansas City organization went to the ground immediately. It took several minutes before Odorizzi could walk gingerly to the dugout. X-rays taken at the ballpark were negative, and the Twins called his injury a bruised right abdomen.

"That's a frightening moment. You never want to see anything like that on a field or anywhere else," Twins manager Rocco Baldelli said. "Jake's abdomen took the brunt of it. He's OK. He's pretty sore, obviously. He's got a pretty good mark, visible from across the room. He was able to avoid serious injury, which is really all we're caring about at this point."

The Royals, who have struggled to give Duffy much run support, staked him to a big lead right out of the gate.

Whit Merrifield opened the game with a crisp double and, after Nicky Lopez put runners on the corners with a base hit, Dozier followed with an RBI single. That merely set the table for the power-hitting Soler, who boosted a hanging 1-2 pitch over the left-field bullpen for his sixth homer of the season.

The Twins scratched out a run in the second on a walk, single and groundout but kept squandering chances. They left a runner in scoring position when Max Kepler struck out, then left runners stranded on the corners in the third.

The Royals answered with a run in the fourth. They tacked on two more on Dozier's homer in the seventh.

"Any time you can barrel a ball," Dozier said, "it feels pretty good."

Twins: They were playing their first game without either OF Byron Buxton (shoulder), 2B Luis Arraez (knee), 3B Josh Donaldson (calf) and C Mitch Garver (ribs) in the starting lineup. There is a chance Arraez returns during the series. ... RHP Zack Littell left after recording one out with right elbow inflammation.

Royals: Perez began having vision problems last weekend and saw an eye specialist Monday. The condition is not considered serious. "We want to take as much time as we can and make a wise decision for him and us," Matheny said. "He's trying to push everything as hard as he can to help that eye heal, but it's just going to take time."

RHP Brady Singer (1-2, 4.56 ERA) makes his sixth career start for the Royals, with half of them having now come against the Twins. Minnesota counters with Randy Dobnak, who is off to a brilliant 4-1 start with a 1.42 ERA.

By The Associated PressKANSAS CITY, Mo. -- The Royals knew they would need somebody to step up when Salvador Perez went on the injured list earlier in the day with a mysterious eye ailment that had caused the star catcher to have some blurry vision.Well, Jorge Soler and Hunter Dozier certainly left the Twins seeing red.Soler hit a three-run homer to cap a four-run first inning, Dozier went deep for the third straight game against Minnesota, and the two young sluggers helped Kansas City cruise to a 7-2 victory Friday night to open a third straight weekend series against its AL Central rival."We talked about his before game. We have to have a couple guys step up," Royals manager Mike Matheny said. "Every time you lose somebody it creates an opportunity."It also created an easy night for Danny Duffy (2-2), who pitched a 1-2-3 first inning and then suddenly found himself with a 4-0 lead. Duffy wound up needing 81 pitches to get through five, but he permitted just four hits and a pair of walks while striking out six. The only run he allowed came on Ehire Adrianza's groundout with a runner on third."Fastball command, was able to throw some sinkers in there that moved a lot. Curveball was good. The slider was the best it has been all year," said Duffy, who also happened to punch out a handful of Twins with his changeup.Twins starter Jake Odorizzi (0-1) allowed five runs and seven hits before he was literally knocked from the game.Alex Gordon drilled him with a liner in the ribs in the fourth inning, and the right-hander who began his career in the Kansas City organization went to the ground immediately. It took several minutes before Odorizzi could walk gingerly to the dugout. X-rays taken at the ballpark were negative, and the Twins called his injury a bruised right abdomen."That's a frightening moment. You never want to see anything like that on a field or anywhere else," Twins manager Rocco Baldelli said. "Jake's abdomen took the brunt of it. He's OK. He's pretty sore, obviously. He's got a pretty good mark, visible from across the room. He was able to avoid serious injury, which is really all we're caring about at this point."The Royals, who have struggled to give Duffy much run support, staked him to a big lead right out of the gate.Whit Merrifield opened the game with a crisp double and, after Nicky Lopez put runners on the corners with a base hit, Dozier followed with an RBI single. That merely set the table for the power-hitting Soler, who boosted a hanging 1-2 pitch over the left-field bullpen for his sixth homer of the season.The Twins scratched out a run in the second on a walk, single and groundout but kept squandering chances. They left a runner in scoring position when Max Kepler struck out, then left runners stranded on the corners in the third.The Royals answered with a run in the fourth. They tacked on two more on Dozier's homer in the seventh."Any time you can barrel a ball," Dozier said, "it feels pretty good."TRAINER'S ROOMTwins: They were playing their first game without either OF Byron Buxton (shoulder), 2B Luis Arraez (knee), 3B Josh Donaldson (calf) and C Mitch Garver (ribs) in the starting lineup. There is a chance Arraez returns during the series. ... RHP Zack Littell left after recording one out with right elbow inflammation.Royals: Perez began having vision problems last weekend and saw an eye specialist Monday. The condition is not considered serious. "We want to take as much time as we can and make a wise decision for him and us," Matheny said. "He's trying to push everything as hard as he can to help that eye heal, but it's just going to take time."UP NEXTRHP Brady Singer (1-2, 4.56 ERA) makes his sixth career start for the Royals, with half of them having now come against the Twins. Minnesota counters with Randy Dobnak, who is off to a brilliant 4-1 start with a 1.42 ERA.

Soler, Dozier power Royals to victory over Twins

The Western Athletic Conference has released a revised football schedule Friday for the 2020 season. The move came after the Greater Wichita Athletic League announced earlier this week they were cancelling their fall sports season.

Hays High was originally scheduled to play at Wichita East in week one and host Wichita Northwest in week eight. They have replaced those games with Goddard Eisenhower and Kapaun Mt. Carmel

Revised 2020 HHS Football Schedule Week 1: at Goddard Eisenhower Week 2: at Great Bend Week 3: Liberal Week 4: at Garden City Week 5: Abilene Week 6: Dodge City Week 7: at Maize South Week 8: Kapaun Mt. Carmel Week 9:&nbsp; Playoffs

The Western Athletic Conference has released a revised football schedule Friday for the 2020 season. The move came after the Greater Wichita Athletic League announced earlier this week they were cancelling their fall sports season.Hays High was originally scheduled to play at Wichita East in week one and host Wichita Northwest in week eight. They have replaced those games with Goddard Eisenhower and Kapaun Mt. CarmelRevised 2020 HHS Football Schedule Week 1: at Goddard Eisenhower Week 2: at Great Bend Week 3: Liberal Week 4: at Garden City Week 5: Abilene Week 6: Dodge City Week 7: at Maize South Week 8: Kapaun Mt. Carmel Week 9:&nbsp; PlayoffsRevised 2020 WAC Composite Schedule<figure>
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HHS releases revised football schedule

Hays High school has released a revised boys soccer schedule for the 2020 season.

Tuesday, Sep. 1: Garden City, 4pm Tuesday, Sep. 8: at Great Bend, 4pm Thursday, Sep. 10: Salina Central, 5pm Saturday, Sep. 12: Wichita Warriors Homeschool, 11am Tuesday, Sep. 15: Great Bend, 4pm Thursday Sep. 17: Dodge City, 4pm Tuesday, Sep 22: Great Bend, 6:30pm Thursday, Sep 24: at Garden City, 5pm Tuesday: Sep. 29: Junction City, 4pm

Thursday, Oct. 1, at Liberal, 5pm Tuesday: Oct. 6: at Dodge City, 6pm Thursday: Oct. 8: Liberal, 4pm Saturday, Oct. 10, at Baldwin, 12pm Saturday, Oct. 17: Classical School of Wichita, 4pm Tuesday, Oct, 22: TMP-Marian, 4pm Monday, Oct. 26: KSHSAA Regionals

Hays High school has released a revised boys soccer schedule for the 2020 season.Tuesday, Sep. 1: Garden City, 4pm Tuesday, Sep. 8: at Great Bend, 4pm Thursday, Sep. 10: Salina Central, 5pm Saturday, Sep. 12: Wichita Warriors Homeschool, 11am Tuesday, Sep. 15: Great Bend, 4pm Thursday Sep. 17: Dodge City, 4pm Tuesday, Sep 22: Great Bend, 6:30pm Thursday, Sep 24: at Garden City, 5pm Tuesday: Sep. 29: Junction City, 4pmThursday, Oct. 1, at Liberal, 5pm Tuesday: Oct. 6: at Dodge City, 6pm Thursday: Oct. 8: Liberal, 4pm Saturday, Oct. 10, at Baldwin, 12pm Saturday, Oct. 17: Classical School of Wichita, 4pm Tuesday, Oct, 22: TMP-Marian, 4pm Monday, Oct. 26: KSHSAA Regionals

HHS releases revised boys soccer schedule

There are formations, personnel groups and even verbiage to learn when you report to training camp under Chiefs coach Andy Reid

KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- The scene plays out on playgrounds across the country each year, as much a part of autumn as crisp mornings and the changing color of leaves: the&nbsp;<a href="https://abcnews.go.com/alerts/NFL" target="_blank">football</a>&nbsp;floating through the air, the youngster attempting to make a spectacular diving catch.

Even if the pass is well under-thrown or woefully out of reach.

After all, there are style points involved.

That unnecessary drama doesn't fly under Chiefs coach Andy Reid, though. The moment he sees a player on the ground, whether he made an amazing catch or tripped over his own feet, the first thing he barks is: “Get up!” Because one of the unwritten rules of his workouts is that nobody hits the turf unless he is tackled, and only a handful of times throughout training camp are players taken all the way to the ground during a full padded practice.

“We try to keep bodies off the ground, do those things that are important," Reid said. "Play hard, play fast, but we're not taking cheap shots on each other. We're trying to keep from collisions and bodies on the ground.”

The reason, of course, is that staying upright reduces the chances of injuries. And without offseason workouts because of the&nbsp;<a href="https://abcnews.go.com/alerts/Coronavirus" target="_blank">coronavirus</a>&nbsp;pandemic, the chance of players getting hurt in training camp this year has soared — a big reason why the NFL and its players' union negotiated a ramp-up period rather than playing the traditional four preseason games.

“If you just watch our veterans practice," Reid explained this week, “they know how to do it. So watch. They're moving like crazy, but you don't see guys flopping around on the ground.”

All of this gets to a prescient point: Just as much as picking up the playbook, understanding verbiage and parsing out the various personnel groups, players taking part in one of Reid's camps must learn how to practice.

They must re-learn how to do something most of them have been doing since they were kids.

“Nobody works as hard as the Kansas City Chiefs. I say that in a good way,” Pro Bowl safety Tyrann Mathieu said. “We strain a lot. There's a lot on our plate. A lot of playbook to go in. The calls are already up. You just have to find a way to fall in love with the grind. Fall in love with the process.”

Just about every coach likes to claim their training camps are the hardest. It's almost a point of pride, whether you are a junior high school coach or barking orders on an NFL sideline. But there is a major difference in being hard for the sake of being hard and being hard for the sake of effectiveness.

There is no wasted movement in Chiefs camp. There are no moments of milling around. Even when players are released to get water, they are expected to run. The result is more work accomplished in less time.

It can be a shock to the system. Especially for young players.

“Last year in camp my eyes were wide open, like deer-in-the-headlights,” admitted Darwin Thompson, who is entering his second year in the league. “This year I know what to expect.”

Not that it makes it a whole lot easier. Thompson and the rest of the Chiefs dutifully worked out individually throughout the summer, making the most of the situation caused by COVID-19. But there is no way to replicate the tempo of practice with Big Red running things, and there are inevitably a bunch of gassed world-class athletes by the end.

“Normally if guys practice fast they stay relatively healthy,” Reid said. “It's when someone isn't doing that, they trip over somebody and fall down and you have problems. It's important guys are moving at the same speed. And then it gets you prepared. We don't condition after practice. We're not lining up and running sprints. Condition during practice, we'll keep you watered down — we're not doing the no-water game. But we know that in games you have to be ready.”

Taken as a whole, practice under Reid is a mixture of the old-school stuff of Bill Walsh and Mike Holmgren — two of his mentors — and the new-age approach to analytics, advanced statistics and cutting-edge sports medicine.

The Chiefs use technology to monitor how many steps players take in practice, along with their overall work rates. They scrupulously break down the film of each workout, leaving no movement unnoticed.

“Those boys working in Seattle, no question, it's different, from the tempo to the speed,” said safety Tedric Thompson, who played for the Seahawks last season. “The tempo is so up-tempo. You're running one spot to the other. Guys are going busy going about their business. The camp is like a workaholic camp. Everybody works.”

The proof is in the — well, the wins and losses. Several of the guys on the roster have been part of four consecutive AFC West champions. Even more of them have been to back-to-back AFC title games. Those that were on the team last year will soon be receiving their gaudy Super Bowl rings after delivering the organization its first championship in 50 years.

“Coach Reid is a winning coach,” backup quarterback Chad Henne said, “and guys want to be around winning atmospheres. The Super Bowl helps, but when you're around guys that want to compete each and every day, and fight for each other, it is something you want to be part of. I've been through ups and downs, winning and losing. Winning is the way to go.”

<h2>There are formations, personnel groups and even verbiage to learn when you report to training camp under Chiefs coach Andy Reid</h2>By DAVE SKRETTA AP Sports WriterKANSAS CITY, Mo. -- The scene plays out on playgrounds across the country each year, as much a part of autumn as crisp mornings and the changing color of leaves: the&nbsp;<a href="https://abcnews.go.com/alerts/NFL" target="_blank">football</a>&nbsp;floating through the air, the youngster attempting to make a spectacular diving catch.Even if the pass is well under-thrown or woefully out of reach.After all, there are style points involved.That unnecessary drama doesn't fly under Chiefs coach Andy Reid, though. The moment he sees a player on the ground, whether he made an amazing catch or tripped over his own feet, the first thing he barks is: “Get up!” Because one of the unwritten rules of his workouts is that nobody hits the turf unless he is tackled, and only a handful of times throughout training camp are players taken all the way to the ground during a full padded practice.“We try to keep bodies off the ground, do those things that are important," Reid said. "Play hard, play fast, but we're not taking cheap shots on each other. We're trying to keep from collisions and bodies on the ground.”The reason, of course, is that staying upright reduces the chances of injuries. And without offseason workouts because of the&nbsp;<a href="https://abcnews.go.com/alerts/Coronavirus" target="_blank">coronavirus</a>&nbsp;pandemic, the chance of players getting hurt in training camp this year has soared — a big reason why the NFL and its players' union negotiated a ramp-up period rather than playing the traditional four preseason games.“If you just watch our veterans practice," Reid explained this week, “they know how to do it. So watch. They're moving like crazy, but you don't see guys flopping around on the ground.”All of this gets to a prescient point: Just as much as picking up the playbook, understanding verbiage and parsing out the various personnel groups, players taking part in one of Reid's camps must learn how to practice.They must re-learn how to do something most of them have been doing since they were kids.“Nobody works as hard as the Kansas City Chiefs. I say that in a good way,” Pro Bowl safety Tyrann Mathieu said. “We strain a lot. There's a lot on our plate. A lot of playbook to go in. The calls are already up. You just have to find a way to fall in love with the grind. Fall in love with the process.”Just about every coach likes to claim their training camps are the hardest. It's almost a point of pride, whether you are a junior high school coach or barking orders on an NFL sideline. But there is a major difference in being hard for the sake of being hard and being hard for the sake of effectiveness.There is no wasted movement in Chiefs camp. There are no moments of milling around. Even when players are released to get water, they are expected to run. The result is more work accomplished in less time.It can be a shock to the system. Especially for young players.“Last year in camp my eyes were wide open, like deer-in-the-headlights,” admitted Darwin Thompson, who is entering his second year in the league. “This year I know what to expect.”Not that it makes it a whole lot easier. Thompson and the rest of the Chiefs dutifully worked out individually throughout the summer, making the most of the situation caused by COVID-19. But there is no way to replicate the tempo of practice with Big Red running things, and there are inevitably a bunch of gassed world-class athletes by the end.“Normally if guys practice fast they stay relatively healthy,” Reid said. “It's when someone isn't doing that, they trip over somebody and fall down and you have problems. It's important guys are moving at the same speed. And then it gets you prepared. We don't condition after practice. We're not lining up and running sprints. Condition during practice, we'll keep you watered down — we're not doing the no-water game. But we know that in games you have to be ready.”Taken as a whole, practice under Reid is a mixture of the old-school stuff of Bill Walsh and Mike Holmgren — two of his mentors — and the new-age approach to analytics, advanced statistics and cutting-edge sports medicine.The Chiefs use technology to monitor how many steps players take in practice, along with their overall work rates. They scrupulously break down the film of each workout, leaving no movement unnoticed.“Those boys working in Seattle, no question, it's different, from the tempo to the speed,” said safety Tedric Thompson, who played for the Seahawks last season. “The tempo is so up-tempo. You're running one spot to the other. Guys are going busy going about their business. The camp is like a workaholic camp. Everybody works.”The proof is in the — well, the wins and losses. Several of the guys on the roster have been part of four consecutive AFC West champions. Even more of them have been to back-to-back AFC title games. Those that were on the team last year will soon be receiving their gaudy Super Bowl rings after delivering the organization its first championship in 50 years.“Coach Reid is a winning coach,” backup quarterback Chad Henne said, “and guys want to be around winning atmospheres. The Super Bowl helps, but when you're around guys that want to compete each and every day, and fight for each other, it is something you want to be part of. I've been through ups and downs, winning and losing. Winning is the way to go.”

Learning to practice crucial under Chiefs coach Andy Reid

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Wide receiver Tyreek Hill left midway through the Kansas City Chiefs’ practice Thursday with a hamstring injury after pulling up while attempting to catch a long pass during a one-on-one drill at the team’s training facility. 

The two-time All-Pro walked off the field and his right leg was checked by trainers before he went to the locker room. 

The severity of the injury was not immediately known, though it continues a trend of nagging ailments for the Super Bowl champs.

Kansas City was already missing wide receiver Sammy Watkins, left tackle Eric Fisher, defensive end Frank Clark, defensive tackle Chris Jones, cornerback Lavert Hill and tight ends Ricky Seals-Jones and Deon Yelder.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Wide receiver Tyreek Hill left midway through the Kansas City Chiefs’ practice Thursday with a hamstring injury after pulling up while attempting to catch a long pass during a one-on-one drill at the team’s training facility. The two-time All-Pro walked off the field and his right leg was checked by trainers before he went to the locker room. The severity of the injury was not immediately known, though it continues a trend of nagging ailments for the Super Bowl champs.Kansas City was already missing wide receiver Sammy Watkins, left tackle Eric Fisher, defensive end Frank Clark, defensive tackle Chris Jones, cornerback Lavert Hill and tight ends Ricky Seals-Jones and Deon Yelder.

Chiefs' Tyreek Hill leaves practice with hamstring injury

KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Trevor Bauer pitched seven innings of one-hit ball, and the Cincinnati Reds beat the Kansas City Royals 5-0 on Wednesday night to split a doubleheader marked by strong starting pitching.

In the opener of the two seven-inning games, Brad Keller didn't allow a hit until the sixth and extended his shutout streak, leading the Royals past the Reds 4-0.

Bauer allowed only a single by Adalberto Mondesi in the fifth inning. He walked three and struck out nine, lowering his ERA to 0.68. He has allowed two runs on eight hits in 26 1/3 innings this season.

After Brett Phillips lined out to right to end the game, Bauer unbuttoned his jersey to reveal a T-shirt depicting him amid a low point in his career, a meltdown during his previous visit to Kauffman Stadium last July. Bauer threw the ball over the center field wall as Cleveland manager Terry Francona approached the mound to remove him from his last game before the Indians traded him way.

Before the game, the outspoken right-hander tweeted that he would wear cleats featuring the phrase "Free Joe Kelly" and an image of the Dodgers reliever, who was suspended for throwing near the heads of Houston batters. Kelly's suspension was reduced from eight games to five on appeal.

Bauer, however, did not appear to wear the cleats on the mound.

In his first major league start in more than a year, Matt Harvey (0-1) threw 54 pitches in three innings and allowed two homers, both in the third. He gave up three runs on four hits with two walks and four strikeouts.

By The Associated PressKANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Trevor Bauer pitched seven innings of one-hit ball, and the Cincinnati Reds beat the Kansas City Royals 5-0 on Wednesday night to split a doubleheader marked by strong starting pitching.In the opener of the two seven-inning games, Brad Keller didn't allow a hit until the sixth and extended his shutout streak, leading the Royals past the Reds 4-0.Bauer allowed only a single by Adalberto Mondesi in the fifth inning. He walked three and struck out nine, lowering his ERA to 0.68. He has allowed two runs on eight hits in 26 1/3 innings this season.After Brett Phillips lined out to right to end the game, Bauer unbuttoned his jersey to reveal a T-shirt depicting him amid a low point in his career, a meltdown during his previous visit to Kauffman Stadium last July. Bauer threw the ball over the center field wall as Cleveland manager Terry Francona approached the mound to remove him from his last game before the Indians traded him way.Before the game, the outspoken right-hander tweeted that he would wear cleats featuring the phrase "Free Joe Kelly" and an image of the Dodgers reliever, who was suspended for throwing near the heads of Houston batters. Kelly's suspension was reduced from eight games to five on appeal.Bauer, however, did not appear to wear the cleats on the mound.In his first major league start in more than a year, Matt Harvey (0-1) threw 54 pitches in three innings and allowed two homers, both in the third. He gave up three runs on four hits with two walks and four strikeouts.

Bauer silences Royals in nightcap, Reds cruise to victory

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Brad Keller pitched hitless ball into the sixth inning and extended his shutout streak, leading the Kansas City Royals over the Cincinnati Reds 4-0 Wednesday in the first game of a doubleheader

Keller (3-0) has won all of this starts this season after coming back from a positive test for COVID-19 and hasn’t permitted a run in 17 2/3 innings.

Pitching in seven-inning game, Keller held the Reds without a hit until Tucker Barnhart looped a single into center field to begin the sixth.

“He was special,” Royals manager Mike Matheny said. “I think he got into a rhythm where his breaking ball was just as good as his fastball was. He had his fastball going to both sides of the plate. He had it cutting at times and had good sink when he needed it.

“He wasn’t afraid to go to the changeup. He got a strikeout with it. He keeps building his confidence with all his different pitches, instead of just trying to overpower guys.”

Cincinnati played for the first time since Friday night. The Reds had home games against Pittsburgh called off Saturday and Sunday after a player tested positive for the coronavirus, and the series opener at Kauffman Stadium was postponed Tuesday night while Major League Baseball did additional testing.

Keller gave up three hits, struck out five and walked Jesse Winker three times — his only walks in 6 2/3 innings. The 25-year-old righty exited with two on and Trevor Rosenthal retired the only batter he faced for his sixth save.

“Honestly my slider was pretty good today,” Keller said. “I was able to locate it on the back door to a lot of lefties. Their whole lineup was all lefties. To have that pitch and steal some strikes and get some swings, that was huge.”

Keller missed the start of the regular season as he built up strength after his positive virus test during summer training. But once he was activated, he has been nearly flawless. He pitched five scoreless innings against the Chicago Cubs in his first start, followed by six shutout innings at Cincinnati in his last outing.

Luis Castillo (0-3) allowed three earned runs in 3 1/3 innings, striking out five.

The Royals scored three times in the first after leadoff man Whit Merrifield reached on first baseman Joey Votto’s error. Jorge Soler hit an RBI double and Ryan O’Hearn snapped an 0-for-10 slump with a two-run single.

With the exception of Winker, who came into the game hitting .586 (17 for 29) in his last 10 games, no Reds player reached base until Barnhart’s single.

Reds: Former Royals star Mike Moustakas returned to the lineup after being sidelined by a quad strain since Aug. 4. The infielder started the first game as the designated hitter.

Royals: C Salvador Perez was held out of the first game with recurring symptoms from fluid in his left eye. He missed Sunday’s game, but was in the starting lineup Monday in Minnesota. He came out of that game as blurry vision worsened. He’s listed as day-to-day.

The Reds placed CF Nick Senzel on the injured list for undisclosed reasons. He missed time earlier this year because of symptoms of COVID-19.

The Royals reinstated RHP Jesse Hahn from the paternity list and designated him as 29th player for the doubleheader.

Reds: Will send RHP Sonny Gray (4-1, 2.05 ERA) to the mound in the series opener Thursday in St. Louis. He’ll be facing Adam Wainwright (2-0, 1.64) for the Cardinals.

Royals: Have Thursday off before starting a three-game series against the Minnesota Twins on Friday.

By The Associated PressKANSAS CITY, Mo. — Brad Keller pitched hitless ball into the sixth inning and extended his shutout streak, leading the Kansas City Royals over the Cincinnati Reds 4-0 Wednesday in the first game of a doubleheaderKeller (3-0) has won all of this starts this season after coming back from a positive test for COVID-19 and hasn’t permitted a run in 17 2/3 innings.Pitching in seven-inning game, Keller held the Reds without a hit until Tucker Barnhart looped a single into center field to begin the sixth.“He was special,” Royals manager Mike Matheny said. “I think he got into a rhythm where his breaking ball was just as good as his fastball was. He had his fastball going to both sides of the plate. He had it cutting at times and had good sink when he needed it.“He wasn’t afraid to go to the changeup. He got a strikeout with it. He keeps building his confidence with all his different pitches, instead of just trying to overpower guys.”Cincinnati played for the first time since Friday night. The Reds had home games against Pittsburgh called off Saturday and Sunday after a player tested positive for the coronavirus, and the series opener at Kauffman Stadium was postponed Tuesday night while Major League Baseball did additional testing.Keller gave up three hits, struck out five and walked Jesse Winker three times — his only walks in 6 2/3 innings. The 25-year-old righty exited with two on and Trevor Rosenthal retired the only batter he faced for his sixth save.“Honestly my slider was pretty good today,” Keller said. “I was able to locate it on the back door to a lot of lefties. Their whole lineup was all lefties. To have that pitch and steal some strikes and get some swings, that was huge.”Keller missed the start of the regular season as he built up strength after his positive virus test during summer training. But once he was activated, he has been nearly flawless. He pitched five scoreless innings against the Chicago Cubs in his first start, followed by six shutout innings at Cincinnati in his last outing.Luis Castillo (0-3) allowed three earned runs in 3 1/3 innings, striking out five.The Royals scored three times in the first after leadoff man Whit Merrifield reached on first baseman Joey Votto’s error. Jorge Soler hit an RBI double and Ryan O’Hearn snapped an 0-for-10 slump with a two-run single.With the exception of Winker, who came into the game hitting .586 (17 for 29) in his last 10 games, no Reds player reached base until Barnhart’s single.TRAINER’S ROOMReds: Former Royals star Mike Moustakas returned to the lineup after being sidelined by a quad strain since Aug. 4. The infielder started the first game as the designated hitter.Royals: C Salvador Perez was held out of the first game with recurring symptoms from fluid in his left eye. He missed Sunday’s game, but was in the starting lineup Monday in Minnesota. He came out of that game as blurry vision worsened. He’s listed as day-to-day.ROSTER MOVESThe Reds placed CF Nick Senzel on the injured list for undisclosed reasons. He missed time earlier this year because of symptoms of COVID-19.The Royals reinstated RHP Jesse Hahn from the paternity list and designated him as 29th player for the doubleheader.UP NEXTReds: Will send RHP Sonny Gray (4-1, 2.05 ERA) to the mound in the series opener Thursday in St. Louis. He’ll be facing Adam Wainwright (2-0, 1.64) for the Cardinals.Royals: Have Thursday off before starting a three-game series against the Minnesota Twins on Friday.

Keller shuts down Reds, Royals open doubleheader with win

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) - The Kansas City Chiefs will have to start off their title defense without a key member of their defense.

Starting cornerback Bashaud Breeland has been issued a four-game suspension by the NFL for violating the league's policy on substance abuse, he confirmed Wednesday.

Breeland issued an apology in an Instagram post.

"I accept full responsibility for my actions, and I look forward to getting back on the field with my teammates to defend our Super Bowl Title," he wrote.

Breeland already had been facing a four-game ban for a separate violation of the substance abuse policy prior to his April 28 arrest in South Carolina, NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reported earlier.

Breeland was arrested on charges of resisting arrest, transporting alcohol with the seal broken in a motor vehicle, open container of beer or wine in a motor vehicle, possession of 28 grams or less of marijuana or 10 grams of hash and driving without a license, according to the York County Sheriff’s Office.

The suspension would put Breeland out for the team's season opener at home on Sept. 10 against the Houston Texans as well as contests against the Los Angeles Chargers, Baltimore Ravens and New England Patriots.

The Chiefs acknowledged throughout the offseason that a suspension was possible, but coach Andy Reid said he would reserve judgement until the legal process played out.

“We’re just going to let the law enforcement part of it take its course. Let’s see exactly what went on,” Reid said in May. “I know there is video out there. I’ve seen the video. I’ve talked to the kid. Let’s find out what the pace of this was and what caused everything to take place. I’m curious to see that part, as we all are, and then we’ll evaluate it from there.”

Breeland was among three individuals witnessed by a deputy smoking in a parked car at a gas station, according to the incident report from York County. The report stated that when a sheriff’s deputy attempted to speak with Breeland, the player continued to resist and the officer took out his taser. Breeland then pushed the deputy and attempted to get back into his car, at which point the officer drew his weapon and ordered him to put up his hands.

Breeland was handcuffed and arrested. A search of his vehicle found an open container of alcohol and a bag of marijuana, the report said, and a search of his phone found several communications about purchasing marijuana.

Breeland acknowledged to the deputy that he was a “marijuana enthusiast,” the report said.

A six-year veteran, Breeland signed with the Chiefs in 2019 and started 15 games for Kansas City. He recorded two interceptions in the regular season and one in the Chiefs' Super Bowl LIV victory over the San Francisco 49ers. He re-signed with the Chiefs on a one-year, $4.5 million contract this offseason.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) - The Kansas City Chiefs will have to start off their title defense without a key member of their defense.Starting cornerback Bashaud Breeland has been issued a four-game suspension by the NFL for violating the league's policy on substance abuse, he confirmed Wednesday.Breeland issued an apology in an Instagram post."I accept full responsibility for my actions, and I look forward to getting back on the field with my teammates to defend our Super Bowl Title," he wrote.Breeland already had been facing a four-game ban for a separate violation of the substance abuse policy prior to his April 28 arrest in South Carolina, NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reported earlier.Breeland was arrested on charges of resisting arrest, transporting alcohol with the seal broken in a motor vehicle, open container of beer or wine in a motor vehicle, possession of 28 grams or less of marijuana or 10 grams of hash and driving without a license, according to the York County Sheriff’s Office.The suspension would put Breeland out for the team's season opener at home on Sept. 10 against the Houston Texans as well as contests against the Los Angeles Chargers, Baltimore Ravens and New England Patriots.The Chiefs acknowledged throughout the offseason that a suspension was possible, but coach Andy Reid said he would reserve judgement until the legal process played out.“We’re just going to let the law enforcement part of it take its course. Let’s see exactly what went on,” Reid said in May. “I know there is video out there. I’ve seen the video. I’ve talked to the kid. Let’s find out what the pace of this was and what caused everything to take place. I’m curious to see that part, as we all are, and then we’ll evaluate it from there.”Breeland was among three individuals witnessed by a deputy smoking in a parked car at a gas station, according to the incident report from York County. The report stated that when a sheriff’s deputy attempted to speak with Breeland, the player continued to resist and the officer took out his taser. Breeland then pushed the deputy and attempted to get back into his car, at which point the officer drew his weapon and ordered him to put up his hands.Breeland was handcuffed and arrested. A search of his vehicle found an open container of alcohol and a bag of marijuana, the report said, and a search of his phone found several communications about purchasing marijuana.Breeland acknowledged to the deputy that he was a “marijuana enthusiast,” the report said.A six-year veteran, Breeland signed with the Chiefs in 2019 and started 15 games for Kansas City. He recorded two interceptions in the regular season and one in the Chiefs' Super Bowl LIV victory over the San Francisco 49ers. He re-signed with the Chiefs on a one-year, $4.5 million contract this offseason.

Chiefs CB Bashaud Breeland suspended for four games

Wichita City League schools have canceled all non-league games and will play a league-only schedule for fall sports in 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic.

GWAL athletic director J Means told the Wichita Eagle that a decision&nbsp;whether to play any games is coming Thursday.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The decision leaves Hays High with two less football games.

The Indians were to open their season September 4th at
Wichita East then host Wichita Northwest October 23rd. 

The decision does not affect Hays High's game game at Maize South on October 15th since they are not in the Greater Wichita Athletic League.

Tuesday's decision by the GWAL leaves other WAC teams without games.

Dodge City lost three games and now has only one scheduled through their first four weeks of the season. Liberal lost three and Garden City lost two.

The move also affects the Hays High boys soccer team who was scheduled to play in the now canceled Wichita South Titan Classic.&nbsp;

HHS tweeted out Tuesday night that they are trying to find replacement games and has already scheduled Salina Central on September 9th in Hays.

Wichita City League schools have canceled all non-league games and will play a league-only schedule for fall sports in 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic.GWAL athletic director J Means told the Wichita Eagle that a decision&nbsp;whether to play any games is coming Thursday.&nbsp;&nbsp;The decision leaves Hays High with two less football games.The Indians were to open their season September 4th at
Wichita East then host Wichita Northwest October 23rd. The decision does not affect Hays High's game game at Maize South on October 15th since they are not in the Greater Wichita Athletic League.Tuesday's decision by the GWAL leaves other WAC teams without games.Dodge City lost three games and now has only one scheduled through their first four weeks of the season. Liberal lost three and Garden City lost two.The move also affects the Hays High boys soccer team who was scheduled to play in the now canceled Wichita South Titan Classic.&nbsp;HHS tweeted out Tuesday night that they are trying to find replacement games and has already scheduled Salina Central on September 9th in Hays.

Hays High football loses two games

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The game between Cincinnati and Kansas City scheduled for Tuesday will be played as part of a doubleheader Wednesday so that the Reds can do additional testing after a player tested positive for COVID-19 over the weekend.

Players, coaches and other members of the Reds organization were retested for the coronavirus Saturday and Sunday after one player was sidelined because of a positive result. The final two games of a series against Pittsburgh at Great American Ball Park were postponed, and the Reds were planning to fly into Kansas City early Tuesday.

Now, the Reds and Royals will play both games of their two-game set Wednesday. The first game will start at 4:05 p.m. CDT, with the second game taking place after a 30-minute break. Both of them will be seven innings.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The game between Cincinnati and Kansas City scheduled for Tuesday will be played as part of a doubleheader Wednesday so that the Reds can do additional testing after a player tested positive for COVID-19 over the weekend.Players, coaches and other members of the Reds organization were retested for the coronavirus Saturday and Sunday after one player was sidelined because of a positive result. The final two games of a series against Pittsburgh at Great American Ball Park were postponed, and the Reds were planning to fly into Kansas City early Tuesday.Now, the Reds and Royals will play both games of their two-game set Wednesday. The first game will start at 4:05 p.m. CDT, with the second game taking place after a 30-minute break. Both of them will be seven innings.

Royals, Reds postponed Tuesday; doubleheader Wednesday

MANHATTAN, Kan.&nbsp;– Following approval from the Riley County Commission to open Bill Snyder Family Stadium to approximately 25 percent capacity this fall for Wildcat football games, K-State Athletics announced today that current season ticket holders located in the general seating bowl will have the option to purchase one of two mini-plans for the 2020 season. Based on Ahearn Fund priority order, fans can purchase up to two tickets per account for one of the following options:

Both ticket plans are priced the same which includes midfield ($360), red zone ($300), end zone ($225) and upper deck ($150) seating locations. Each account can add a parking pass for the east or west lot for $50, which includes all games in the selected package. All tickets and parking passes will be digital, and the deadline to purchase all tickets and parking passes is 5 p.m.,​Wednesday, August 26. All premium areas will remain as a season ticket for the 2020 season.&nbsp;Club levels will be reseated due to reduced capacity, which will begin following the Wednesday, August 26 request deadline.&nbsp;Seating assignments will be allocated based on Ahearn Fund priority points and will be part of the reseating of the main bowl to ensure stadium access to all games.&nbsp; Student passes will remain a season-long pass for 2020.&nbsp; All K-State students who purchased a season access pass prior to the July 31 deadline will receive a student ticket for each home game this season. Current season ticket&nbsp;​and parking locations will be rolled over to the 2021 season. Season ticket holders can choose to donate their current ticket payment and Ahearn Fund donation, roll over payment for the 2021 season, or request a refund. “Our staff has worked extremely hard in determining the best ticket options for our season ticket holders,” Athletics Director Gene Taylor said. “We understand that this season is unlike any other we have ever experienced, but we are going to make Bill Snyder Family Stadium as safe as possible for those who attend beginning September 12.” As a reminder, the following are the new guidelines and safety measures that will be in place for the 2020 season: Face Coverings In accordance with City of Manhattan ordinance and Kansas State University policy, fans must wear face coverings over their mouths and noses in order to enter Bill Snyder Family Stadium and continue wearing them inside the stadium. Fans should provide their own face coverings; K-State will not provide face coverings.&nbsp;&nbsp; No Tailgating Tailgating will be prohibited in parking lots controlled by K-State Athletics and satellite lots operated by Kansas State University groups in order to reduce the risk of large gatherings. Parking lots will open in conjunction with stadium gates two hours prior to kickoff and fans will be encouraged to immediately enter the stadium once parked. No Re-Entry To assure the safest environment possible, once inside Bill Snyder Family Stadium fans will not be permitted to re-enter the stadium should they elect to exit. This will help eliminate unnecessary congestion at gates, particularly prior to and after halftime. Alcohol Sales With tailgating and re-entry into the stadium eliminated, beer and wine will be available for purchase for the first time ever in the general seating sections of the stadium at multiple locations on the concourse and concession stands. Other Safety Measures Hand sanitizing stations will be located throughout the stadium, as well as signage, to encourage social distancing. Also, stadium employees will be required to wear protective gear and face coverings.

MANHATTAN, Kan.&nbsp;– Following approval from the Riley County Commission to open Bill Snyder Family Stadium to approximately 25 percent capacity this fall for Wildcat football games, K-State Athletics announced today that current season ticket holders located in the general seating bowl will have the option to purchase one of two mini-plans for the 2020 season. Based on Ahearn Fund priority order, fans can purchase up to two tickets per account for one of the following options:<ol>
 <li>​Three-Game Mini-Plan: Arkansas State ​(Sept. 12), Texas Tech​ (Oct. 3), Oklahoma State ​(Nov. 7)</li><li>​Two-Game Mini-Plan: Kansas​ (Oct. 24) and Texas​ (Dec. 5)</li>
 </ol> Both ticket plans are priced the same which includes midfield ($360), red zone ($300), end zone ($225) and upper deck ($150) seating locations. Each account can add a parking pass for the east or west lot for $50, which includes all games in the selected package. All tickets and parking passes will be digital, and the deadline to purchase all tickets and parking passes is 5 p.m.,​Wednesday, August 26. All premium areas will remain as a season ticket for the 2020 season.&nbsp;Club levels will be reseated due to reduced capacity, which will begin following the Wednesday, August 26 request deadline.&nbsp;Seating assignments will be allocated based on Ahearn Fund priority points and will be part of the reseating of the main bowl to ensure stadium access to all games.&nbsp; Student passes will remain a season-long pass for 2020.&nbsp; All K-State students who purchased a season access pass prior to the July 31 deadline will receive a student ticket for each home game this season. Current season ticket&nbsp;​and parking locations will be rolled over to the 2021 season. Season ticket holders can choose to donate their current ticket payment and Ahearn Fund donation, roll over payment for the 2021 season, or request a refund. “Our staff has worked extremely hard in determining the best ticket options for our season ticket holders,” Athletics Director Gene Taylor said. “We understand that this season is unlike any other we have ever experienced, but we are going to make Bill Snyder Family Stadium as safe as possible for those who attend beginning September 12.” As a reminder, the following are the new guidelines and safety measures that will be in place for the 2020 season: Face Coverings In accordance with City of Manhattan ordinance and Kansas State University policy, fans must wear face coverings over their mouths and noses in order to enter Bill Snyder Family Stadium and continue wearing them inside the stadium. Fans should provide their own face coverings; K-State will not provide face coverings.&nbsp;&nbsp; No Tailgating Tailgating will be prohibited in parking lots controlled by K-State Athletics and satellite lots operated by Kansas State University groups in order to reduce the risk of large gatherings. Parking lots will open in conjunction with stadium gates two hours prior to kickoff and fans will be encouraged to immediately enter the stadium once parked. No Re-Entry To assure the safest environment possible, once inside Bill Snyder Family Stadium fans will not be permitted to re-enter the stadium should they elect to exit. This will help eliminate unnecessary congestion at gates, particularly prior to and after halftime. Alcohol Sales With tailgating and re-entry into the stadium eliminated, beer and wine will be available for purchase for the first time ever in the general seating sections of the stadium at multiple locations on the concourse and concession stands. Other Safety Measures Hand sanitizing stations will be located throughout the stadium, as well as signage, to encourage social distancing. Also, stadium employees will be required to wear protective gear and face coverings.Kansas State Athletics

Kansas State announces ticket options for 2020 football season

HAYS – The reality of no traditional fall football season is
starting to sink in for Fort Hays State head football coach Chris Brown. And
while he would rather be preparing his team for a big season opening showdown
with Northwest Missouri State, the Tigers 10th year head coach knows Friday’s
decision by the MIAA to suspend all fall sports until January 1st is probably
the right decision.

“It’s really about the safety of our players and the safety
of our coaches and even the fans that come and watch us.” Brown said Tuesday in
an interview for the “Defend the Fort” Podcast.

“It’s a part of the life that we live right now. It’s
adversity, and we try to teach our players to overcome adversity and that’s
exactly what we’re going to do right here.”

When the NCAA canceled Division II fall sports championships
several weeks they also changed many of their health standards and protocols
from recommendations to requirements. And while playing this fall was left to
each conference, the new requirements were impossible for more small schools to
meet.

Some of the requirements have been eased making practice
this fall much more likely. 

Brown knows his team will still have to meet both the NCAA
and local health standards but is eager to get his team back on the field in
any capacity.

“There’s no doubt in my mind we’re going to find a way to
get these kids better.” Brown said. “It might be more Zoom meetings but we’re
going to learn our offense, we’re going to learn our defense and we’re going to
learn our special teams and our kids are going to get better through this
process.”

Brown guided the Tigers to back-to-back MIAA titles in 2017
and 2018 and trips to the playoffs both seasons then followed that up with an 8-3
campaign last year. Now he’s hoping a global pandemic doesn’t slow the momentum
they’ve gained.

“It’s different, but we’ve got to make the most of this
situation and look at it as a positive light and go forward. We’ve got to
continue to work. We can’t feel sorry for ourselves. Life threw us a curve ball
and we’ve got to hit it out of the park and get this thing done.” Brown said.

As for the possibility of playing in the spring, Brown says
he keeps going back and forth.

“I want to do what’s best for the kids and if I can get our
seniors an extra year to play all 11 games and have a chance at the playoffs
that’s what I’d really like to do.”

“Maybe this spring we’re able to do some scrimmages or
something like that against some other teams but not count against us for the
season, or do we just to do two spring balls, one in the fall and one in the
spring and get ready for the (2021) fall.

HAYS – The reality of no traditional fall football season is
starting to sink in for Fort Hays State head football coach Chris Brown. And
while he would rather be preparing his team for a big season opening showdown
with Northwest Missouri State, the Tigers 10th year head coach knows Friday’s
decision by the MIAA to suspend all fall sports until January 1st is probably
the right decision.“It’s really about the safety of our players and the safety
of our coaches and even the fans that come and watch us.” Brown said Tuesday in
an interview for the “Defend the Fort” Podcast.<div><iframe title="Chris Brown" height="122" width="100%" style="border: none;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/media/player/gnhxs-e7996f?from=pb6admin&download=1&version=1&auto=0&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Helvetica&skin=1&pfauth=&btn-skin=102"></iframe></div>“It’s a part of the life that we live right now. It’s
adversity, and we try to teach our players to overcome adversity and that’s
exactly what we’re going to do right here.”When the NCAA canceled Division II fall sports championships
several weeks they also changed many of their health standards and protocols
from recommendations to requirements. And while playing this fall was left to
each conference, the new requirements were impossible for more small schools to
meet.Some of the requirements have been eased making practice
this fall much more likely. Brown knows his team will still have to meet both the NCAA
and local health standards but is eager to get his team back on the field in
any capacity.“There’s no doubt in my mind we’re going to find a way to
get these kids better.” Brown said. “It might be more Zoom meetings but we’re
going to learn our offense, we’re going to learn our defense and we’re going to
learn our special teams and our kids are going to get better through this
process.”Brown guided the Tigers to back-to-back MIAA titles in 2017
and 2018 and trips to the playoffs both seasons then followed that up with an 8-3
campaign last year. Now he’s hoping a global pandemic doesn’t slow the momentum
they’ve gained.“It’s different, but we’ve got to make the most of this
situation and look at it as a positive light and go forward. We’ve got to
continue to work. We can’t feel sorry for ourselves. Life threw us a curve ball
and we’ve got to hit it out of the park and get this thing done.” Brown said.As for the possibility of playing in the spring, Brown says
he keeps going back and forth.“I want to do what’s best for the kids and if I can get our
seniors an extra year to play all 11 games and have a chance at the playoffs
that’s what I’d really like to do.”“Maybe this spring we’re able to do some scrimmages or
something like that against some other teams but not count against us for the
season, or do we just to do two spring balls, one in the fall and one in the
spring and get ready for the (2021) fall.

Brown tries to stay positive despite no football season

MINNEAPOLIS -- Nelson Cruz homered twice, continuing his climb up the all-time leaderboard, and the Minnesota Twins beat the Kansas City Royals 4-1 on Monday night.

Devin Smeltzer (2-0) picked up the win in relief of opener Matt Wisler for Minnesota. Smeltzer allowed one hit in 2 2/3 innings while striking out three batters. The Twins won three of four games in the series after being swept by the Royals in Kansas City last week.

Rookie Kris Bubic (0-3) surrendered two runs on four hits and four walks in 4 1/3 innings for the Royals. Hunter Dozier homered in the ninth inning to end Minnesota's shutout bid.

Cruz supplied all the offense the Twins needed while continuing his assault on Kansas City pitching and the record books.

The 40-year-old slugger led off the fourth inning with a line drive that hit the facing of the second deck in left field. In the seventh, he connected for his eighth of the season into the bullpens in left-center field.

Cruz surpassed Duke Snider and tied Mark Teixeira with his 409th career homer, good for 55th all-time.

In his past 16 games against the Royals, Cruz is hitting .482 with 13 home runs and 26 RBI.

Bubic had held up in his first two major league starts this season, but he's now allowed seven runs over 9 1/3 in his past two starts.

By The Associated PressMINNEAPOLIS -- Nelson Cruz homered twice, continuing his climb up the all-time leaderboard, and the Minnesota Twins beat the Kansas City Royals 4-1 on Monday night.Devin Smeltzer (2-0) picked up the win in relief of opener Matt Wisler for Minnesota. Smeltzer allowed one hit in 2 2/3 innings while striking out three batters. The Twins won three of four games in the series after being swept by the Royals in Kansas City last week.Rookie Kris Bubic (0-3) surrendered two runs on four hits and four walks in 4 1/3 innings for the Royals. Hunter Dozier homered in the ninth inning to end Minnesota's shutout bid.Cruz supplied all the offense the Twins needed while continuing his assault on Kansas City pitching and the record books.The 40-year-old slugger led off the fourth inning with a line drive that hit the facing of the second deck in left field. In the seventh, he connected for his eighth of the season into the bullpens in left-center field.Cruz surpassed Duke Snider and tied Mark Teixeira with his 409th career homer, good for 55th all-time.In his past 16 games against the Royals, Cruz is hitting .482 with 13 home runs and 26 RBI.Bubic had held up in his first two major league starts this season, but he's now allowed seven runs over 9 1/3 in his past two starts.TRAINER'S ROOMRoyals: C Salvador Perez returned to the lineup after missing a game with blurry vision in his left eye. Perez met with an eye specialist on Monday morning and Matheny said a small pocket of fluid was found in the eye. Perez was told he could keep playing with no risk and the spot will eventually dissipate. He was replaced at catcher by Meibrys Viloria after his at-bat in the sixth.Twins: 3B Josh Donaldson has shown steady improvement with his right calf strain, according to the team. Donaldson did machine cardio work on Monday, took ground balls and has continued to take batting practice and work in the batting cage. The team said Donaldson feels good and is without issue. . Manager Rocco Baldelli said that LHP Rich Hill is likely to pitch in the upcoming series against Milwaukee and the team hasn't announced a starter for Wednesday, but Baldelli was cautious to state outright that Hill would start that game. Hill has been out since Aug. 31 with left shoulder fatigue.UP NEXTRoyals: Kansas City returns home for two games against Cincinnati, which had its weekend series postponed after a player tested positive for COVID-19. Royals manager Mike Matheny said before Monday's game that the expectation is the series is still on as scheduled. RHP Brad Keller (2-0, 0.00 ERA) is slated to start Tuesday's game for Kansas City. He's thrown 11 scoreless innings in two starts this season.Twins: RHP Kenta Maeda (3-0, 2.66) will start the first game of a three-game home series against Milwaukee on Tuesday. Maeda has allowed more than two runs just once in four starts this season. The Brewers are scheduled to start RHP Corbin Burnes (0-0, 3.38).