Northwest Missouri State University outfielder Ashton Neuman has been named to the 2025 ABCA NCAA Div. II Central Region All-Defensive team.

The teams are voted on by members of the American Baseball Coaches Association and the process is led by the ABCA NCAA Div. II All-America &amp; Coach of the Year Committee.

Neuman held a .993 fielding percentage in the outfield with 130 putouts and eight assists with one error in 139 total chances. Neuman tallied third-team All-MIAA honors in his lone season with the Bearcats and was also selected to the MIAA Gold Glove team.

Neuman set a new single season school record with 60 walks and tied for the nation's lead in that category. Neuman belted a team-high 12 home runs—tying for the 10th-most in a single season in program history. He drove in 53 runs in 181 at-bats with a .298 average and a .558 slugging percentage. Neuman scored a team-best 61 runs - tying the single-season Northwest record. Neuman tallied 15 multi-RBI games, including four games of four-RBI performances. He recorded 11 multi-hit outings. One of two Bearcats to start all 52 games, Neuman also contributed on the mound, making seven starts and eight appearances with a 1-3 record and 14 strikeouts across 26 2/3 innings.).

Players selected to the ABCA NCAA Div. II Region All-Defensive teams were eligible for ABCA/Rawlings Gold Glove honors. The 2025 ABCA/Rawlings Gold Glove Award winners in all divisions were announced Wednesday, June 18.

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<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1750349932375.jpeg" alt="Ashton Neuman/ Photo courtesy of Northwest Missouri Athletics" />
 <figcaption>Ashton Neuman/ Photo courtesy of Northwest Missouri Athletics</figcaption>
 </figure>By MATT PIKENorthwest Missouri State University outfielder Ashton Neuman has been named to the 2025 ABCA NCAA Div. II Central Region All-Defensive team.The teams are voted on by members of the American Baseball Coaches Association and the process is led by the ABCA NCAA Div. II All-America &amp; Coach of the Year Committee.Neuman held a .993 fielding percentage in the outfield with 130 putouts and eight assists with one error in 139 total chances. Neuman tallied third-team All-MIAA honors in his lone season with the Bearcats and was also selected to the MIAA Gold Glove team.Neuman set a new single season school record with 60 walks and tied for the nation's lead in that category. Neuman belted a team-high 12 home runs—tying for the 10th-most in a single season in program history. He drove in 53 runs in 181 at-bats with a .298 average and a .558 slugging percentage. Neuman scored a team-best 61 runs - tying the single-season Northwest record. Neuman tallied 15 multi-RBI games, including four games of four-RBI performances. He recorded 11 multi-hit outings. One of two Bearcats to start all 52 games, Neuman also contributed on the mound, making seven starts and eight appearances with a 1-3 record and 14 strikeouts across 26 2/3 innings.).Players selected to the ABCA NCAA Div. II Region All-Defensive teams were eligible for ABCA/Rawlings Gold Glove honors. The 2025 ABCA/Rawlings Gold Glove Award winners in all divisions were announced Wednesday, June 18.You can follow Matt on X @KfeqMatt.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

NWMSU OF Neuman named to ABCA Central Region All Defensive team

The Kansas City Royals appear to have put the offensive slump of the poor homestand behind them, winning back to back games to start their road trip after beating the Texas Rangers 6-3 last night at Globe Life Field.&nbsp;

The win by Kansas City wasn't without a little drama as the Royals fell behind early in the first inning after Sam Haggerty tripled and Wyatt Langford doubled to lead off the inning with a run.&nbsp; Langford later scored on a single by Adolis Garcia as the Rangers got to Kris Bubic early in the game, but Bubic settled in after that, not giving up another run until the fourth inning.&nbsp;

The Royals took the lead though in the third inning, putting up four runs.&nbsp; Freddy Fermin walked to open the inning, but would end up out at second on a Kyle Isbel force out.&nbsp; Isbel went on to steal second base and scored on a single by Jonathan India.&nbsp; Bobby Witt Jr followed with a single of his own and India advanced to third, and after review the call stood that he was safe after a risky slide, and Maikel Garcia blasted Kansas City ahead with a three run home run to left field.&nbsp;

Back to back doubles by Josh Jung and Jake Burger plated the final run for the Rangers in the fourth inning.&nbsp; The Royals added their final two runs of insurance in the eighth inning, Witt Jr walking to open the inning and scoring on a triple by Garcia, before Garcia came home on a sacrifice bunt by John Rave.&nbsp;

Bubic earned the win, improving to 6-4 on the season, pitching 5 1/3 innings and giving up all three runs on nine hits, striking out six and walking one.&nbsp; At the plate, Garcia was 3-for-4 with a triple and the home run, coming a double shy of the cycle, while driving in four runs.&nbsp; Four other Royals had one hit each.&nbsp;

Kansas City and Texas wrap up their series tomorrow.&nbsp; Michael Wacha (3-6, 3.38 ERA) takes the mound for the Royals while the Rangers starter is currently listed as TBD.&nbsp; First pitch is at 1:35pm, with pregame coverage beginning at 1 on KFEQ (680AM/95.3FM).

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By MATT PIKEThe Kansas City Royals appear to have put the offensive slump of the poor homestand behind them, winning back to back games to start their road trip after beating the Texas Rangers 6-3 last night at Globe Life Field.&nbsp;The win by Kansas City wasn't without a little drama as the Royals fell behind early in the first inning after Sam Haggerty tripled and Wyatt Langford doubled to lead off the inning with a run.&nbsp; Langford later scored on a single by Adolis Garcia as the Rangers got to Kris Bubic early in the game, but Bubic settled in after that, not giving up another run until the fourth inning.&nbsp;The Royals took the lead though in the third inning, putting up four runs.&nbsp; Freddy Fermin walked to open the inning, but would end up out at second on a Kyle Isbel force out.&nbsp; Isbel went on to steal second base and scored on a single by Jonathan India.&nbsp; Bobby Witt Jr followed with a single of his own and India advanced to third, and after review the call stood that he was safe after a risky slide, and Maikel Garcia blasted Kansas City ahead with a three run home run to left field.&nbsp;<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Maikel blasts a 3-run bomb to the bullpen! <a href="https://t.co/hGcMb6i4aE">pic.twitter.com/hGcMb6i4aE</a>&mdash; Kansas City Royals (@Royals) <a href="https://twitter.com/Royals/status/1935503494074568910?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 19, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>Back to back doubles by Josh Jung and Jake Burger plated the final run for the Rangers in the fourth inning.&nbsp; The Royals added their final two runs of insurance in the eighth inning, Witt Jr walking to open the inning and scoring on a triple by Garcia, before Garcia came home on a sacrifice bunt by John Rave.&nbsp;<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Insurance in the 8th. 🤙 <a href="https://t.co/hj60oONZXR">pic.twitter.com/hj60oONZXR</a>&mdash; Kansas City Royals (@Royals) <a href="https://twitter.com/Royals/status/1935527824640881047?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 19, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>Bubic earned the win, improving to 6-4 on the season, pitching 5 1/3 innings and giving up all three runs on nine hits, striking out six and walking one.&nbsp; At the plate, Garcia was 3-for-4 with a triple and the home run, coming a double shy of the cycle, while driving in four runs.&nbsp; Four other Royals had one hit each.&nbsp;Kansas City and Texas wrap up their series tomorrow.&nbsp; Michael Wacha (3-6, 3.38 ERA) takes the mound for the Royals while the Rangers starter is currently listed as TBD.&nbsp; First pitch is at 1:35pm, with pregame coverage beginning at 1 on KFEQ (680AM/95.3FM).You can follow Matt on X @KfeqMatt.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Royals offense continues rolling in 6-3 win over Rangers

Inclement weather postponed the finale of the St. Joseph Mustangs four game road trip against the Chillicothe Mudcats on Wednesday.&nbsp;

The two teams will now make up the game on Tuesday, June 24th as a doubleheader with two seven inning games on the road at Chillicothe, which will be the end of a three game road trip next week.&nbsp;

The Mustangs now return to Phil Welch Stadium on Thursday to start a three game homestand.&nbsp; The first game will be against the NEMO Craze with first pitch at 6:30pm, gates opening at 5:15.&nbsp; It's Star in your own Trading Card night at the ballpark.&nbsp;

By MATT PIKEInclement weather postponed the finale of the St. Joseph Mustangs four game road trip against the Chillicothe Mudcats on Wednesday.&nbsp;The two teams will now make up the game on Tuesday, June 24th as a doubleheader with two seven inning games on the road at Chillicothe, which will be the end of a three game road trip next week.&nbsp;The Mustangs now return to Phil Welch Stadium on Thursday to start a three game homestand.&nbsp; The first game will be against the NEMO Craze with first pitch at 6:30pm, gates opening at 5:15.&nbsp; It's Star in your own Trading Card night at the ballpark.&nbsp;You can follow Matt on X @KfeqMatt.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Mustangs and Mudcats postponed due to weather; doubleheader June 24th

The matchup between the White Sox and Cardinals at Rate Field was postponed due to rain, with the contest being made up as part of a straight doubleheader tomorrow.

Thunderstorms began around lunch time in Chicago, and while the rain had somewhat slowed down as the 6:40 p.m. first pitch time approached, the forecast was for continued precipitation until late in the evening.

Tomorrow's first game is scheduled to begin at 1:10 p.m., with pregame at 1 on KY 102 (102.5 FM) which was the originally set time for the series finale. Game 2 will begin approximately 30-45 minutes following the conclusion of the opener.&nbsp;

Game 1 of the doubleheader will feature Erick Fedde for the Cardinals against Sean Burke for the White Sox, while&nbsp;Game 2 will see Michael McGreevy on the mound for the Redbirds taking on Mike Vasil for Chicago

Fedde will make his first start against the White Sox since Chicago traded him to the Cardinals last July as part of a three-team deal that netted the Dodgers Tommy Edman. The White Sox signed Fedde after he spent the 2023 season pitching in the KBO in South Korea. Since joining the Cardinals, the right-hander has posted a 3.68 ERA over 24 starts.

McGreevy, ranked by MLB Pipeline as St. Louis’ No. 10 prospect, will be called up to serve as the team’s 27th man for the doubleheader. He’s made six appearances (four starts) with the Cardinals since 2024, going 4-1 with a 2.34 ERA. He last started against the Dodgers on June 8, allowing four earned runs over six innings in the first loss of his big league career. The 24-year-old is in the middle of a strong season with the Redbirds, posting a 2.51 ERA and a 7-1 record over 12 starts.

Burke, who was scheduled to start for the White Sox on Wednesday, gets the call in Game 1 of the doubleheader. Fellow South Side rookie right-hander Vasil starts the nightcap.&nbsp; Over three trips to the mound from May 23 to June 5, Burke posted a 2.37 ERA with 17 strikeouts in 19 innings. In his last start on June 11 at Houston, Burke gave up seven runs on eight hits and one walk over 3 2/3 innings.

Thursday will mark the Cardinals’ sixth doubleheader this season, and their second in the past two weeks. Despite the influx of schedule disruptions, St. Louis has held its own in twin bills, boasting a 6-4 record this year while sweeping its doubleheaders against the Reds on April 30 and the Mets on May 4.&nbsp; Although the White Sox have dealt with a handful of extended rain delays, Wednesday marked their first postponement and Thursday will be their first doubleheader of the 2025 season.&nbsp;

By MATT PIKEThe matchup between the White Sox and Cardinals at Rate Field was postponed due to rain, with the contest being made up as part of a straight doubleheader tomorrow.Thunderstorms began around lunch time in Chicago, and while the rain had somewhat slowed down as the 6:40 p.m. first pitch time approached, the forecast was for continued precipitation until late in the evening.Tomorrow's first game is scheduled to begin at 1:10 p.m., with pregame at 1 on KY 102 (102.5 FM) which was the originally set time for the series finale. Game 2 will begin approximately 30-45 minutes following the conclusion of the opener.&nbsp;Game 1 of the doubleheader will feature Erick Fedde for the Cardinals against Sean Burke for the White Sox, while&nbsp;Game 2 will see Michael McGreevy on the mound for the Redbirds taking on Mike Vasil for ChicagoFedde will make his first start against the White Sox since Chicago traded him to the Cardinals last July as part of a three-team deal that netted the Dodgers Tommy Edman. The White Sox signed Fedde after he spent the 2023 season pitching in the KBO in South Korea. Since joining the Cardinals, the right-hander has posted a 3.68 ERA over 24 starts.McGreevy, ranked by MLB Pipeline as St. Louis’ No. 10 prospect, will be called up to serve as the team’s 27th man for the doubleheader. He’s made six appearances (four starts) with the Cardinals since 2024, going 4-1 with a 2.34 ERA. He last started against the Dodgers on June 8, allowing four earned runs over six innings in the first loss of his big league career. The 24-year-old is in the middle of a strong season with the Redbirds, posting a 2.51 ERA and a 7-1 record over 12 starts.Burke, who was scheduled to start for the White Sox on Wednesday, gets the call in Game 1 of the doubleheader. Fellow South Side rookie right-hander Vasil starts the nightcap.&nbsp; Over three trips to the mound from May 23 to June 5, Burke posted a 2.37 ERA with 17 strikeouts in 19 innings. In his last start on June 11 at Houston, Burke gave up seven runs on eight hits and one walk over 3 2/3 innings.Thursday will mark the Cardinals’ sixth doubleheader this season, and their second in the past two weeks. Despite the influx of schedule disruptions, St. Louis has held its own in twin bills, boasting a 6-4 record this year while sweeping its doubleheaders against the Reds on April 30 and the Mets on May 4.&nbsp; Although the White Sox have dealt with a handful of extended rain delays, Wednesday marked their first postponement and Thursday will be their first doubleheader of the 2025 season.&nbsp;You can follow Matt on X @KfeqMatt.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Cardinals-White Sox game postponed; twin bill Thursday

In anticipation of the Missouri State High School Girls Volleyball Championships coming to St. Joseph this fall, the St. Joseph Sports Commission will host an inaugural showcase of some of top high school volleyball teams in the area.&nbsp;

16 teams consisting of local, regional and statewide representation from all five classes of Missouri Girls High School Volleyball in which each team will play two games per day, four games total in a unique three court set-up in the arena during the&nbsp; Inaugural Pony Express State High School Volleyball Preview Tournament presented by John Anderson Shelter Insurance Agency, taking place August 29th &amp; 30th at Civic Arena.

&nbsp;The field features an impressive mix of small, medium and large class teams.&nbsp; Three 2024 state final four teams are entered in the field including Class 4 State Champion St. Pius Festus, Class 3 3rd&nbsp;Place Odessa, and local favorite Class 2 State Runner-Up Bishop LeBlond.&nbsp; District Champions in the field include Class 4 Webb City and Notre Dame De Sion, Class 3 Savannah, Class 2 Adrian, Class 1 Rock Port, and Plattsburg.&nbsp; The rest of the field includes Class 5 participants Liberty North, Central, Class 3's Oak Grove, Maryville, and Cameron, as well as Class 2's Mid-Buchanan and West Platte.

&nbsp;“We are honored and extremely excited to get the opportunity to host the MSHSAA Girls Volleyball State Championship this coming November and in our continuing effort to create/attract events that fill fit and niche locally but also can engage participants, regionally, statewide and nationally, the creation of this event was an obvious fit and we are excited to see some high level volleyball the first weekend of the season in downtown St. Joseph,” stated Brett Esely, Executive Director of the St. Joseph Sports Commission says in a news release.

&nbsp;Action begins at Civic Arena on Friday afternoon August 29 at 2:30 PM and concludes on day one at 8:45 PM.&nbsp; Games continue on Saturday, August 30 at 10 AM with the final game beginning at 4:15 PM.&nbsp; In all, 32 games will be contested.&nbsp; The schedule will look like this:&nbsp;

5:00 PM – Central vs. Notre Dame De Sion

6:15 PM – St. Pius Festus vs. Liberty North

7:30 PM – Oak Grove vs. Notre Dame De Sion

8:45 PM – St. Pius Festus vs. Webb City

10:00 AM – Notre Dame De Sion vs. Maryville

11:15 AM – St. Pius Festus vs. Savannah

1:45 PM – St. Pius Festus vs. Notre Dame De Sion

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<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1750289956019.jpeg" alt="The St. Joseph Sports Commission announced the Inaugural Pony Express State High School Girls Volleyball Preview in anticipation of the MSHSAA Girls Volleyball Championships coming to St. Joseph this year/ Photo courtesy of the St. Joseph Sports Commission" />
 <figcaption>The St. Joseph Sports Commission announced the Inaugural Pony Express State High School Girls Volleyball Preview in anticipation of the MSHSAA Girls Volleyball Championships coming to St. Joseph this year/ Photo courtesy of the St. Joseph Sports Commission</figcaption>
 </figure>By MATT PIKEIn anticipation of the Missouri State High School Girls Volleyball Championships coming to St. Joseph this fall, the St. Joseph Sports Commission will host an inaugural showcase of some of top high school volleyball teams in the area.&nbsp;16 teams consisting of local, regional and statewide representation from all five classes of Missouri Girls High School Volleyball in which each team will play two games per day, four games total in a unique three court set-up in the arena during the&nbsp; Inaugural Pony Express State High School Volleyball Preview Tournament presented by John Anderson Shelter Insurance Agency, taking place August 29th &amp; 30th at Civic Arena.&nbsp;The field features an impressive mix of small, medium and large class teams.&nbsp; Three 2024 state final four teams are entered in the field including Class 4 State Champion St. Pius Festus, Class 3 3rd&nbsp;Place Odessa, and local favorite Class 2 State Runner-Up Bishop LeBlond.&nbsp; District Champions in the field include Class 4 Webb City and Notre Dame De Sion, Class 3 Savannah, Class 2 Adrian, Class 1 Rock Port, and Plattsburg.&nbsp; The rest of the field includes Class 5 participants Liberty North, Central, Class 3's Oak Grove, Maryville, and Cameron, as well as Class 2's Mid-Buchanan and West Platte.&nbsp;“We are honored and extremely excited to get the opportunity to host the MSHSAA Girls Volleyball State Championship this coming November and in our continuing effort to create/attract events that fill fit and niche locally but also can engage participants, regionally, statewide and nationally, the creation of this event was an obvious fit and we are excited to see some high level volleyball the first weekend of the season in downtown St. Joseph,” stated Brett Esely, Executive Director of the St. Joseph Sports Commission says in a news release.&nbsp;Action begins at Civic Arena on Friday afternoon August 29 at 2:30 PM and concludes on day one at 8:45 PM.&nbsp; Games continue on Saturday, August 30 at 10 AM with the final game beginning at 4:15 PM.&nbsp; In all, 32 games will be contested.&nbsp; The schedule will look like this:&nbsp;Friday, August 29Court 1:2:30 PM – Central vs. Maryville3:45 PM – Rock Port vs. West Platte5:00 PM – Plattsburg vs. West Platte6:15 PM – Oak Grove vs. Maryville7:30 PM – LeBlond vs. Mid-Buchanan8:45 PM – LeBlond vs. AdrianCourt 2:2:30 PM – Plattsburg vs. Cameron3:45 PM – Liberty North vs. Savannah5:00 PM – Central vs. Notre Dame De Sion6:15 PM – St. Pius Festus vs. Liberty North7:30 PM – Oak Grove vs. Notre Dame De Sion8:45 PM – St. Pius Festus vs. Webb CityCourt 3:5:00 PM – Rock Port vs. Cameron6:15 PM – Webb City vs. Savannah7:30 PM – Odessa vs. Adrian8:45 PM – Mid Buchanan vs. OdessaSaturday, August 30Court 1:10:00 AM – Notre Dame De Sion vs. Maryville11:15 AM – St. Pius Festus vs. Savannah12:30 PM – Plattsburg vs. Rock Port1:45 PM – Odessa vs. Savannah3:00 PM – Rock Port vs Mid Buchanan4:15 PM – Oak Grove vs. CentralCourt 2:10:00 AM – Plattsburg vs. Adrian11:15 AM – LeBlond vs Odessa12:30 PM – Mid Buchanan vs. Adrian1:45 PM – Central vs. Cameron3:00 PM – LeBlond vs. Webb CityCourt 3:10:00 AM – Cameron vs. West Platte11:15 AM – Liberty North vs. Webb City12:30 PM – Maryville vs. West Platte1:45 PM – St. Pius Festus vs. Notre Dame De Sion3:00 PM – Liberty North vs. Oak GroveYou can follow Matt on X @KfeqMatt .&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Inagural High School Volleyball showcase at Civic Arena this fall

The NFL has announced&nbsp; dates for rookies and veterans to report to training camp for the Kansas City Chiefs as well as the rest of the league.&nbsp;

Chiefs rookies and veterans are scheduled to report to Missouri Western on July 21st according to the NFL.&nbsp; The Chiefs are currently in the midst of a three-day mandatory minicamp in Kansas City that wraps up Thursday.

The Chiefs and Missouri Western State University have not officially announced an updated contract for training camp after the current deal expired following last years camp.

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<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1723743620442.jpeg" alt="Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes gets ready to take a snap from center Creed Humprey during Training Camp in St. Joseph/ Photo by Alexis Starks" />
 <figcaption>Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes gets ready to take a snap from center Creed Humprey during Training Camp in St. Joseph/ Photo by Alexis Starks</figcaption>
 </figure>By MATT PIKEThe NFL has announced&nbsp; dates for rookies and veterans to report to training camp for the Kansas City Chiefs as well as the rest of the league.&nbsp;Chiefs rookies and veterans are scheduled to report to Missouri Western on July 21st according to the NFL.&nbsp; The Chiefs are currently in the midst of a three-day mandatory minicamp in Kansas City that wraps up Thursday.The Chiefs and Missouri Western State University have not officially announced an updated contract for training camp after the current deal expired following last years camp.You can follow Matt on X @KfeqMatt.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

NFL announces report dates for Chiefs rookies and veterans at MWSU

The St. Joseph Mustangs trailed through the first five innings, but rallied late to beat the Sedalia Bombers 7-3 on the road, continuing their stellar season against MINK league opponents.&nbsp;

Sedalia took the lead in the fourth inning on a solo home run by&nbsp;Dalton Miller, a lead they would hold until the Mustangs scored four runs in the sixth inning, a lead that St. Joseph would end up holding onto for good.&nbsp;

 St. Joseph first tied up the game on a bases loaded walk to&nbsp;Easton Phillipe, scoring Jack Mosh, and took the lead in the next at bat on thanks to a sacrifice fly by Justin George which drove in Dom Felix.&nbsp; An RBI single by Northwest Missouri State's Parker Griffith brought home Benton alum Chris Coy to extend the lead, before Phillipe scored the final run of the inning on another bases loaded walk to Trevor McCollum.&nbsp;

In the seventh inning, the Mustangs added three more runs.&nbsp; A sacrifice fly by George plated Felix for the first run.&nbsp; Later in the inning Logan Miller drove in two more runs with a single, bringing home&nbsp;Phillipe and Griffith for the final Mustangs runs.&nbsp; In the ninth the bombers put on their final two runs to narrow the gap,&nbsp;Lance Vickers singling home&nbsp;Sam Russo and&nbsp;Carter Rice reaching first on an error to score Vickers unearned.&nbsp;

Landon Reith earned the win pitching five innings and giving up one run on four hits, striking out five and walking two.&nbsp; At the plate, Felix led the way going 2-for-3 with double, a walk, and two runs scored.&nbsp; Coy was 2-for-5 with a run while Griffith was 2-for-5 with an RBI.

The Mustangs are now 12-2 on the season, 9-1 in the MINK league, and wrap up their road trip tomorrow in Chillicothe, before returning to Phil Welch Stadium for a three game homestand on Thursday.

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<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1750220174303.jpeg" alt="Dom Felix was 2-for-3 with an RBI and two runs scored&nbsp; in the Mustangs 7-3 win over the Sedalia Bombers/ Photo courtesy of the St. Joseph Mustangs" />
 <figcaption>Dom Felix was 2-for-3 with an RBI and two runs scored&nbsp; in the Mustangs 7-3 win over the Sedalia Bombers/ Photo courtesy of the St. Joseph Mustangs</figcaption>
 </figure>By MATT PIKEThe St. Joseph Mustangs trailed through the first five innings, but rallied late to beat the Sedalia Bombers 7-3 on the road, continuing their stellar season against MINK league opponents.&nbsp;Sedalia took the lead in the fourth inning on a solo home run by&nbsp;Dalton Miller, a lead they would hold until the Mustangs scored four runs in the sixth inning, a lead that St. Joseph would end up holding onto for good.&nbsp; St. Joseph first tied up the game on a bases loaded walk to&nbsp;Easton Phillipe, scoring Jack Mosh, and took the lead in the next at bat on thanks to a sacrifice fly by Justin George which drove in Dom Felix.&nbsp; An RBI single by Northwest Missouri State's Parker Griffith brought home Benton alum Chris Coy to extend the lead, before Phillipe scored the final run of the inning on another bases loaded walk to Trevor McCollum.&nbsp;In the seventh inning, the Mustangs added three more runs.&nbsp; A sacrifice fly by George plated Felix for the first run.&nbsp; Later in the inning Logan Miller drove in two more runs with a single, bringing home&nbsp;Phillipe and Griffith for the final Mustangs runs.&nbsp; In the ninth the bombers put on their final two runs to narrow the gap,&nbsp;Lance Vickers singling home&nbsp;Sam Russo and&nbsp;Carter Rice reaching first on an error to score Vickers unearned.&nbsp;Landon Reith earned the win pitching five innings and giving up one run on four hits, striking out five and walking two.&nbsp; At the plate, Felix led the way going 2-for-3 with double, a walk, and two runs scored.&nbsp; Coy was 2-for-5 with a run while Griffith was 2-for-5 with an RBI.The Mustangs are now 12-2 on the season, 9-1 in the MINK league, and wrap up their road trip tomorrow in Chillicothe, before returning to Phil Welch Stadium for a three game homestand on Thursday.You can follow Matt on X @KfeqMatt.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Mustangs score late to top Sedalia 7-3 on the road

&nbsp;Salvador Perez continued making his mark in the history books as the Kansas City Royals snapped a six game losing streak with a 6-1 win over the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field.&nbsp;

The Royals got on the board early, putting up three runs in the first inning, in large part thanks to Perez.&nbsp; Maikel Garcia drove in the first run with an RBI single, scoring Bobby Witt Jr, before Perez hit a two run home run to right field.&nbsp;

Perez drove in another run in the fourth inning with an RBI double, bringing home Vinnie Pasquantino.&nbsp; In the bottom half of the inning the Rangers scored their lone run of the game on a single by&nbsp;Alejandro Osuna that drove in&nbsp;Corey Seager, who led the inning off with a double.&nbsp;

In the fifth inning, the Royals got their second home run of the game, from the hometown kid as Bobby Witt Jr hit a solo home run to left field.&nbsp; In the sixth inning, Perez hit his second home run of the game for the final run, marking his 18th career multi home run game putting him past George Brett's 17 for the most in Royals history.

Perez led the way at the plate in the win, going&nbsp; 3-for-4 with four RBIs, two home runs and a double. Witt Jr and Garcia were both 2-for-4 with an RBI as well. On the mound, Seth Lugo earned the win, improving to 4-5 on the season, pitching six innings and giving up one run on three hits, striking out nine and walking one.&nbsp;

Kansas City and Texas continue their series tomorrow.&nbsp; Kris Bubic (5-4, 1.92 ERA) takes the mound for the Royals against&nbsp;Patrick Corbin (4-5, 3.66 ERA) for the Rangers.&nbsp; First pitch is at 7:05pm, pregame will begin at 6:30 on KFEQ (680AM/95.3FM).&nbsp;

By MATT PIKE&nbsp;Salvador Perez continued making his mark in the history books as the Kansas City Royals snapped a six game losing streak with a 6-1 win over the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field.&nbsp;The Royals got on the board early, putting up three runs in the first inning, in large part thanks to Perez.&nbsp; Maikel Garcia drove in the first run with an RBI single, scoring Bobby Witt Jr, before Perez hit a two run home run to right field.&nbsp;<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">A Salvy smash caps off a 3-run inning! <a href="https://t.co/oGdedNyoUe">pic.twitter.com/oGdedNyoUe</a>&mdash; Kansas City Royals (@Royals) <a href="https://twitter.com/Royals/status/1935131243294638182?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 18, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>Perez drove in another run in the fourth inning with an RBI double, bringing home Vinnie Pasquantino.&nbsp; In the bottom half of the inning the Rangers scored their lone run of the game on a single by&nbsp;Alejandro Osuna that drove in&nbsp;Corey Seager, who led the inning off with a double.&nbsp;In the fifth inning, the Royals got their second home run of the game, from the hometown kid as Bobby Witt Jr hit a solo home run to left field.&nbsp; In the sixth inning, Perez hit his second home run of the game for the final run, marking his 18th career multi home run game putting him past George Brett's 17 for the most in Royals history.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">The hometown kid sends one outta here. <a href="https://t.co/rqwuIZieK5">pic.twitter.com/rqwuIZieK5</a>&mdash; Kansas City Royals (@Royals) <a href="https://twitter.com/Royals/status/1935146271733359088?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 18, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div><div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">One just wasn’t enough for the Captain. 🫡 <a href="https://t.co/YkOQiTJA3w">pic.twitter.com/YkOQiTJA3w</a>&mdash; Kansas City Royals (@Royals) <a href="https://twitter.com/Royals/status/1935150391676613015?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 18, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>Perez led the way at the plate in the win, going&nbsp; 3-for-4 with four RBIs, two home runs and a double. Witt Jr and Garcia were both 2-for-4 with an RBI as well. On the mound, Seth Lugo earned the win, improving to 4-5 on the season, pitching six innings and giving up one run on three hits, striking out nine and walking one.&nbsp;Kansas City and Texas continue their series tomorrow.&nbsp; Kris Bubic (5-4, 1.92 ERA) takes the mound for the Royals against&nbsp;Patrick Corbin (4-5, 3.66 ERA) for the Rangers.&nbsp; First pitch is at 7:05pm, pregame will begin at 6:30 on KFEQ (680AM/95.3FM).&nbsp;You can follow Matt on X @KfeqMatt.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Salvy makes history as Royals snap losing streak with 6-1 win 

The St. Louis Cardinals bounced back from a rough series with the Milwaukee Brewers, opening up their series with the Chicago White Sox with a dominating 12-2 win at Rate Field.&nbsp;

After the White Sox opened the scoring in the first inning on an RBI single by&nbsp;Edgar Quero, driving in Miguel Vargas, the Cardinals put up five runs in the second inning.&nbsp;&nbsp;Pedro Pagés reached first on a sacrifice bunt and advanced to second base, thanks to a throwing error by Vargas, scoring Nolan Arenado.&nbsp; A single by Brendan Donovan drove in Lars Nootbaar.&nbsp;

Masyn Winn's groundout extended the scoring run for the Redbirds bringing home&nbsp;Pagés, before&nbsp;Iván Herrera drove in the final two runs of the inning with a two RBI single, scoring Victor Scott II and Donovan for the 5-1 Cardinals lead.&nbsp;

St. Louis added another run in the fifth inning as Willson Contreras stole home base, the play was challenged and the call was overturned with Contrereas safe at home.&nbsp; The White Sox scored their only other run in the bottom half of the inning, a sacrifice fly by Vinny Capra driving in Lenyn Sosa for the score.&nbsp;

Herrera drove in two more runs in the sixth inning with another two RBI single, scoring Donovan and Winn.&nbsp; A home run by Alec Burleson in the seventh inning extended the lead even more, before the Cardinals added another run in the eighth inning, again thanks to Burleson with an RBI single, driving in Winn.&nbsp; St. Louis scored the final two runs of the game in the ninth inning on a two run home run by Scott II, scoring&nbsp;Pagés.

Matthew Liberatore earned the win for the Cardinals, improving to 4-6 on the season, pitching six innings and giving up both runs on five hits, striking out four.&nbsp; At the plate, Donovan led the way going 4-for-5 with a double, an RBI, and two runs scored.&nbsp; Burleson was 3-for-5 with the home run and two RBIs.

St. Louis continues their series with Chicago tomorrow.&nbsp; Sonny Gray (7-2, 3.84 ERA) takes the mound for the Cardinals against&nbsp;Sean Burke (3-7, 4.71 ERA) for the White Sox.&nbsp; First pitch is at 6:40pm, pregame wlll be joined at 6:30 on KY 102 (102.5 FM).&nbsp;

By MATT PIKEThe St. Louis Cardinals bounced back from a rough series with the Milwaukee Brewers, opening up their series with the Chicago White Sox with a dominating 12-2 win at Rate Field.&nbsp;After the White Sox opened the scoring in the first inning on an RBI single by&nbsp;Edgar Quero, driving in Miguel Vargas, the Cardinals put up five runs in the second inning.&nbsp;&nbsp;Pedro Pagés reached first on a sacrifice bunt and advanced to second base, thanks to a throwing error by Vargas, scoring Nolan Arenado.&nbsp; A single by Brendan Donovan drove in Lars Nootbaar.&nbsp;Masyn Winn's groundout extended the scoring run for the Redbirds bringing home&nbsp;Pagés, before&nbsp;Iván Herrera drove in the final two runs of the inning with a two RBI single, scoring Victor Scott II and Donovan for the 5-1 Cardinals lead.&nbsp;<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Donnie and Herrera helped spark a 5-run inning! ⚡️ Give them an All-Star vote at <a href="https://t.co/H9MeQwAQiy">https://t.co/H9MeQwAQiy</a>! <a href="https://t.co/gTQlffF5Gv">pic.twitter.com/gTQlffF5Gv</a>&mdash; St. Louis Cardinals (@Cardinals) <a href="https://twitter.com/Cardinals/status/1935130528035881197?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 18, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>St. Louis added another run in the fifth inning as Willson Contreras stole home base, the play was challenged and the call was overturned with Contrereas safe at home.&nbsp; The White Sox scored their only other run in the bottom half of the inning, a sacrifice fly by Vinny Capra driving in Lenyn Sosa for the score.&nbsp;<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">After review: Willson steals home! <a href="https://t.co/Fsj8ID9yMW">pic.twitter.com/Fsj8ID9yMW</a>&mdash; St. Louis Cardinals (@Cardinals) <a href="https://twitter.com/Cardinals/status/1935142321957245228?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 18, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>Herrera drove in two more runs in the sixth inning with another two RBI single, scoring Donovan and Winn.&nbsp; A home run by Alec Burleson in the seventh inning extended the lead even more, before the Cardinals added another run in the eighth inning, again thanks to Burleson with an RBI single, driving in Winn.&nbsp; St. Louis scored the final two runs of the game in the ninth inning on a two run home run by Scott II, scoring&nbsp;Pagés.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Look where Alec Burleson hit this pitch to bring home our 10th run of the night! <a href="https://t.co/h2hFuLVWkK">pic.twitter.com/h2hFuLVWkK</a>&mdash; St. Louis Cardinals (@Cardinals) <a href="https://twitter.com/Cardinals/status/1935154863303807045?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 18, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div><div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Victor Scott II makes it an even dozen! <a href="https://t.co/Yvu8llh6ev">pic.twitter.com/Yvu8llh6ev</a>&mdash; St. Louis Cardinals (@Cardinals) <a href="https://twitter.com/Cardinals/status/1935158106796736637?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 18, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>Matthew Liberatore earned the win for the Cardinals, improving to 4-6 on the season, pitching six innings and giving up both runs on five hits, striking out four.&nbsp; At the plate, Donovan led the way going 4-for-5 with a double, an RBI, and two runs scored.&nbsp; Burleson was 3-for-5 with the home run and two RBIs.St. Louis continues their series with Chicago tomorrow.&nbsp; Sonny Gray (7-2, 3.84 ERA) takes the mound for the Cardinals against&nbsp;Sean Burke (3-7, 4.71 ERA) for the White Sox.&nbsp; First pitch is at 6:40pm, pregame wlll be joined at 6:30 on KY 102 (102.5 FM).&nbsp;You can follow Matt on X @KfeqMatt.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Cardinals power past White Sox for big 12-2 victory

The St. Joseph Mustangs bounced back from their first MINK League loss in a big way, throttling the Nevada Griffons 13-0 in a seven inning run rule victory on the road.&nbsp;

The Mustangs poured things on in the first inning, scoring six runs, loading the bases before&nbsp;Easton Phillipe singled to drive in Benton alum Chris Coy for the first score.&nbsp; Three consecutive bases loaded walks added runs, the first to Trevor Mccollum scoring Lafayette alum Brayden Luikart, then Lafayette alum Jayden Little was walked bringing home Justin George, and Tyler Gundelfinger walked driving in&nbsp;Phillipe.&nbsp; 

Savannah alum Truman Bodenhausen grounded out, scoring McCollum before in his second at bat of the inning Coy walked to bring home Little for the 6-0 lead at the end of the first inning.&nbsp; St. Joseph added one more run in the fourth inning on a single by Gundelfinger, scoring McCollum.

In the fifth inning, three more runs scored for the Mustangs as they continue to pour on the runs.&nbsp; A double by George scored Luikart, and George later scored on a single by McCollum.&nbsp;&nbsp;Phillipe added the final run of the inning on a groundout by Little, pushing the Mustangs lead up to 10-0.&nbsp;

A double by Logan Miller drove in Bodenhausen for the lone run in the sixth inning, before the Mustangs added the final two runs they needed for the run rule win in the seventh.&nbsp;&nbsp;Phillipe scored the first run in the seventh on a wild pitch, with McCollum advancing to third base.&nbsp; McCollum scored on a sacrifice fly by Gundelfinger.&nbsp;

East Buchanan alum Bronco Whitt made his starting debut on the mound and earned the win, pitching five innings and giving up two hits while striking out two.&nbsp; McCollum led the way hitting going 3-for-3 at the plate with a walk and two RBI's scoring three runs.&nbsp; George was 2-for-3 with a walk and an RBI, scoring two runs.

The Mustangs are now 12-2, 8-1 in the MINK League, and stay on the road traveling tomorrow to Sedalia to take on the Sedalia Bombers.&nbsp;

By MATT PIKEThe St. Joseph Mustangs bounced back from their first MINK League loss in a big way, throttling the Nevada Griffons 13-0 in a seven inning run rule victory on the road.&nbsp;The Mustangs poured things on in the first inning, scoring six runs, loading the bases before&nbsp;Easton Phillipe singled to drive in Benton alum Chris Coy for the first score.&nbsp; Three consecutive bases loaded walks added runs, the first to Trevor Mccollum scoring Lafayette alum Brayden Luikart, then Lafayette alum Jayden Little was walked bringing home Justin George, and Tyler Gundelfinger walked driving in&nbsp;Phillipe.&nbsp; Savannah alum Truman Bodenhausen grounded out, scoring McCollum before in his second at bat of the inning Coy walked to bring home Little for the 6-0 lead at the end of the first inning.&nbsp; St. Joseph added one more run in the fourth inning on a single by Gundelfinger, scoring McCollum.In the fifth inning, three more runs scored for the Mustangs as they continue to pour on the runs.&nbsp; A double by George scored Luikart, and George later scored on a single by McCollum.&nbsp;&nbsp;Phillipe added the final run of the inning on a groundout by Little, pushing the Mustangs lead up to 10-0.&nbsp;A double by Logan Miller drove in Bodenhausen for the lone run in the sixth inning, before the Mustangs added the final two runs they needed for the run rule win in the seventh.&nbsp;&nbsp;Phillipe scored the first run in the seventh on a wild pitch, with McCollum advancing to third base.&nbsp; McCollum scored on a sacrifice fly by Gundelfinger.&nbsp;East Buchanan alum Bronco Whitt made his starting debut on the mound and earned the win, pitching five innings and giving up two hits while striking out two.&nbsp; McCollum led the way hitting going 3-for-3 at the plate with a walk and two RBI's scoring three runs.&nbsp; George was 2-for-3 with a walk and an RBI, scoring two runs.The Mustangs are now 12-2, 8-1 in the MINK League, and stay on the road traveling tomorrow to Sedalia to take on the Sedalia Bombers.&nbsp;You can follow Matt on X @KfeqMatt.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Mustangs bounce back from first MINK league loss, throttle Nevada 13-0

In just their second road tilt of the season, the St. Joseph Mustangs dropped their first MINK League matchup, fighting back but falling to the Clarinda A's 4-3 in Clarinda, Iowa.&nbsp;

The A's took the lead in the third inning on a sacrifice fly by&nbsp;Kane Wilson, scoring&nbsp;Micha Nicholson.&nbsp; In the fourth inning the Mustangs tied up the game behind Benton alum Chris Coy's RBI single, scoring Lafayette alum Brayden Luikart, tying the game up at 1-1.&nbsp;

Clarinda took the lead back in the sixth inning on another sacrifice fly, this time by&nbsp;Tayvon Homolar driving in&nbsp;Cooper Knight.&nbsp; Again though, in the very next inning, St. Joseph rallied to tie the game up with an RBI single by Trevor McCollum, bringing home Tyler Gundelfinger.&nbsp; In the bottom half of the seventh, the A's scored two runs on RBI singles, the first by&nbsp;Drake Cobb scoring Nicholson, and another by Knight driving in&nbsp;Brady Dobson.

Trailing 4-2, the Mustangs scored a run in the ninth inning, Jack Mosh driving in Luikart on a groundout, advancing Darius Freeman as the tying run to third base.&nbsp; Freeman though wound up stranded at third base as Coy popped out to first base to end the game.&nbsp;

East Buchanan alum Gage Busby took the loss in relief pitching two innings and giving up three runs on four hits, striking out four.&nbsp; At the plate, Coy was 2-for-5 with an RBI.&nbsp; Luikart was 2-for-4 with a walk and two runs scored, while Dom Felix was also 2-for-4.&nbsp;

The Mustangs are now 11-2, 7-1 in the MINK League.&nbsp; They stay on the road next and travel to face the Nevada Griffons.&nbsp;&nbsp;

By MATT PIKEIn just their second road tilt of the season, the St. Joseph Mustangs dropped their first MINK League matchup, fighting back but falling to the Clarinda A's 4-3 in Clarinda, Iowa.&nbsp;The A's took the lead in the third inning on a sacrifice fly by&nbsp;Kane Wilson, scoring&nbsp;Micha Nicholson.&nbsp; In the fourth inning the Mustangs tied up the game behind Benton alum Chris Coy's RBI single, scoring Lafayette alum Brayden Luikart, tying the game up at 1-1.&nbsp;Clarinda took the lead back in the sixth inning on another sacrifice fly, this time by&nbsp;Tayvon Homolar driving in&nbsp;Cooper Knight.&nbsp; Again though, in the very next inning, St. Joseph rallied to tie the game up with an RBI single by Trevor McCollum, bringing home Tyler Gundelfinger.&nbsp; In the bottom half of the seventh, the A's scored two runs on RBI singles, the first by&nbsp;Drake Cobb scoring Nicholson, and another by Knight driving in&nbsp;Brady Dobson.Trailing 4-2, the Mustangs scored a run in the ninth inning, Jack Mosh driving in Luikart on a groundout, advancing Darius Freeman as the tying run to third base.&nbsp; Freeman though wound up stranded at third base as Coy popped out to first base to end the game.&nbsp;East Buchanan alum Gage Busby took the loss in relief pitching two innings and giving up three runs on four hits, striking out four.&nbsp; At the plate, Coy was 2-for-5 with an RBI.&nbsp; Luikart was 2-for-4 with a walk and two runs scored, while Dom Felix was also 2-for-4.&nbsp;The Mustangs are now 11-2, 7-1 in the MINK League.&nbsp; They stay on the road next and travel to face the Nevada Griffons.&nbsp;&nbsp;You can follow Matt on X @KfeqMatt.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Mustangs drop first MINK league contest 4-3 to Clarinda

The St. Louis Cardinals continued to slide down the National League Central standings, dropping a divisional series with the Milwaukee Brewers with a 3-2 loss on Sunday afternoon on the road.&nbsp;

The Cardinals opened the scoring first in the top of the fourth inning, Brendan Donovan scoring on a groundout by Willson Contreras.&nbsp; But in the bottom half of the inning, the Brewers took the lead, first tying the game on a leadoff home run by Christian Yelich, before later in the inning getting the lead on a sacrifice fly by Drew Avans bringing home Rhys Hoskins for the 2-1 lead.&nbsp;

A groundout by Sal Frelick in the seventh inning drove in Caleb Durbin for the final run the Brewers needed in the game.&nbsp; The Cardinals did try to rally back, getting a solo home run by&nbsp;Iván Herrera in the eighth inning.&nbsp; Alec Burleson followed the home run with a ground rule double, but the inning ended on a strike out by Contreras.&nbsp; In the ninth, St. Louis got back to back singles by Nolan Arenado and Nolan Gorman, but then Jordan Walker, Victor Scott, and Masyn Winn all struck out to end the game.&nbsp;

Miles Mikolas took the loss, falling to 4-4 on the season, pitching six innings and giving up two runs on six hits, striking out seven and walkign one.&nbsp; At the plate, Herrera was 2-for-4 with the home run.&nbsp; Donovan and Gorman were also 2-for-4.&nbsp;

St. Louis is off on Monday.&nbsp; They travel to Chicago on Tuesday to face the White Sox.&nbsp; Matthew LIberatore (3-6, 4.17 ERA) takes the mound for the Cardinals against&nbsp;Shane Smith (3-3, 2.37 ERA) for the White Sox.&nbsp; First pitch is at 6:40pm, pregame will be joined at 6:30 on KY 102 (102.5 FM).&nbsp;

By MATT PIKEThe St. Louis Cardinals continued to slide down the National League Central standings, dropping a divisional series with the Milwaukee Brewers with a 3-2 loss on Sunday afternoon on the road.&nbsp;The Cardinals opened the scoring first in the top of the fourth inning, Brendan Donovan scoring on a groundout by Willson Contreras.&nbsp; But in the bottom half of the inning, the Brewers took the lead, first tying the game on a leadoff home run by Christian Yelich, before later in the inning getting the lead on a sacrifice fly by Drew Avans bringing home Rhys Hoskins for the 2-1 lead.&nbsp;A groundout by Sal Frelick in the seventh inning drove in Caleb Durbin for the final run the Brewers needed in the game.&nbsp; The Cardinals did try to rally back, getting a solo home run by&nbsp;Iván Herrera in the eighth inning.&nbsp; Alec Burleson followed the home run with a ground rule double, but the inning ended on a strike out by Contreras.&nbsp; In the ninth, St. Louis got back to back singles by Nolan Arenado and Nolan Gorman, but then Jordan Walker, Victor Scott, and Masyn Winn all struck out to end the game.&nbsp;Miles Mikolas took the loss, falling to 4-4 on the season, pitching six innings and giving up two runs on six hits, striking out seven and walkign one.&nbsp; At the plate, Herrera was 2-for-4 with the home run.&nbsp; Donovan and Gorman were also 2-for-4.&nbsp;St. Louis is off on Monday.&nbsp; They travel to Chicago on Tuesday to face the White Sox.&nbsp; Matthew LIberatore (3-6, 4.17 ERA) takes the mound for the Cardinals against&nbsp;Shane Smith (3-3, 2.37 ERA) for the White Sox.&nbsp; First pitch is at 6:40pm, pregame will be joined at 6:30 on KY 102 (102.5 FM).&nbsp;You can follow Matt on X @KfeqMatt.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Cardinals drop NL Central series with Brewers in 3-2 loss

Following Saturday's loss to the Athletics, the locker room of the Kansas City Royals stayed closed as the players held a players only meeting, having a moment to say that things needed to change and they needed to play better.&nbsp;

Despite that meeting, the Royals fell to the Athletics 3-2 on Sunday afternoon, making the team whose temporary home is in Sacramento, California the only team besides the New York Yankees to sweep the Royals, moving the Kansas City losing streak to six games.&nbsp;

The loss was to no fault of St. Joseph's Noah Cameron, who started the game and bounced back from a rough start to the Yankees, pitching five shutout innings, giving up four hits and walking one while striking out seven batters, lowering his ERA back below 2.00 to 1.91.&nbsp;

Cameron left the game with a 2-0 lead, which the Royals gave him in the third inning.&nbsp; Kyle Isbel led the inning off with a double, and moved to third on a sacrifice bunt by Maikel Garcia before scoring on a double by Bobby Witt Jr, who snapped a streak of four hitless games.&nbsp; Witt Jr moved to third on a balk by A's starter Jeffrey Springs, and then scored on a single by Vinnie Pasquantino.

Cameron though, ended up with a no decision, after being replaced by John Schreiber in the sixth inning.&nbsp; Schreiber gave up a single to Jacob Wilson but got Brent Rooker to line out to right field for the first out.&nbsp; In the next at bat though, Austin Wynns hit his fifth home run of the season to right field, driving in Wilson, to tie up up the game.

The game remained tied until the ninth inning after shutdown efforts by Angel Zerpa and Lucas Erceg from the bullpen before&nbsp;Carlos Estévez was called on in the ninth.&nbsp;&nbsp;Estévez surrendered a leadoff home run to rookie Nick Kurtz, giving the A's the 3-2 lead.&nbsp; After getting out of the inning, the Royals pinch hit Drew Waters, who got on first with a single, but could not push him across with three straight outs following the hit to end the game.&nbsp;

With his five shutout innings, Cameron became the first pitcher in MLB history to record at least five innings pitched and allow no more than one run in six of his first seven career games.&nbsp; The previous record was five, done by 13 others, including Christy Mathewson and Kerry Wood.

With the loss, Estévez falls to 2-2 on the year, pitching one inning giving up the one hit, walking one and striking out one.&nbsp; At the plate, Witt Jr was 2-for-4 with an RBI.&nbsp; Pasquantino was also 2-for-4 with an RBI while Freddy Fermin was 2-for-3.

Kansas City is off on Monday.&nbsp; They travel to Arlington, Texas on Tuesday to take on the Rangers.&nbsp; Seth Lugo (3-5, 3.18 ERA) is set to take the mound for the Royals against Jack Leiter (4-3, 3.88 ERA)&nbsp; for the Rangers.&nbsp; First pitch is at 7:05pm, pregame will begin at 6:30 on KFEQ (680AM/95.3FM).

By MATT PIKEFollowing Saturday's loss to the Athletics, the locker room of the Kansas City Royals stayed closed as the players held a players only meeting, having a moment to say that things needed to change and they needed to play better.&nbsp;Despite that meeting, the Royals fell to the Athletics 3-2 on Sunday afternoon, making the team whose temporary home is in Sacramento, California the only team besides the New York Yankees to sweep the Royals, moving the Kansas City losing streak to six games.&nbsp;The loss was to no fault of St. Joseph's Noah Cameron, who started the game and bounced back from a rough start to the Yankees, pitching five shutout innings, giving up four hits and walking one while striking out seven batters, lowering his ERA back below 2.00 to 1.91.&nbsp;Cameron left the game with a 2-0 lead, which the Royals gave him in the third inning.&nbsp; Kyle Isbel led the inning off with a double, and moved to third on a sacrifice bunt by Maikel Garcia before scoring on a double by Bobby Witt Jr, who snapped a streak of four hitless games.&nbsp; Witt Jr moved to third on a balk by A's starter Jeffrey Springs, and then scored on a single by Vinnie Pasquantino.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Bob and Vinnie strike for a pair! <a href="https://t.co/jeAiPxtPBg">pic.twitter.com/jeAiPxtPBg</a>&mdash; Kansas City Royals (@Royals) <a href="https://twitter.com/Royals/status/1934327300796874800?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 15, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>Cameron though, ended up with a no decision, after being replaced by John Schreiber in the sixth inning.&nbsp; Schreiber gave up a single to Jacob Wilson but got Brent Rooker to line out to right field for the first out.&nbsp; In the next at bat though, Austin Wynns hit his fifth home run of the season to right field, driving in Wilson, to tie up up the game.The game remained tied until the ninth inning after shutdown efforts by Angel Zerpa and Lucas Erceg from the bullpen before&nbsp;Carlos Estévez was called on in the ninth.&nbsp;&nbsp;Estévez surrendered a leadoff home run to rookie Nick Kurtz, giving the A's the 3-2 lead.&nbsp; After getting out of the inning, the Royals pinch hit Drew Waters, who got on first with a single, but could not push him across with three straight outs following the hit to end the game.&nbsp;With his five shutout innings, Cameron became the first pitcher in MLB history to record at least five innings pitched and allow no more than one run in six of his first seven career games.&nbsp; The previous record was five, done by 13 others, including Christy Mathewson and Kerry Wood.With the loss, Estévez falls to 2-2 on the year, pitching one inning giving up the one hit, walking one and striking out one.&nbsp; At the plate, Witt Jr was 2-for-4 with an RBI.&nbsp; Pasquantino was also 2-for-4 with an RBI while Freddy Fermin was 2-for-3.Kansas City is off on Monday.&nbsp; They travel to Arlington, Texas on Tuesday to take on the Rangers.&nbsp; Seth Lugo (3-5, 3.18 ERA) is set to take the mound for the Royals against Jack Leiter (4-3, 3.88 ERA)&nbsp; for the Rangers.&nbsp; First pitch is at 7:05pm, pregame will begin at 6:30 on KFEQ (680AM/95.3FM).You can follow Matt on X @KfeqMatt.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Despite player's coming together for looking for change, Royals fall 3-2 to A's 

The St. Louis Cardinals battled hard to snap a losing skid, but came up short against the Milwaukee Brewers, losing 3-2 on Friday evening as their losing streak moved to six games and the Redbirds fell another game behind the Brew Crew in the NL Central standings.&nbsp;

The Brewers opened the scoring in the fourth inning.&nbsp; Sal Frelick singled to open the inning and after Jackson Chourio flew out to center field, William Contreras, the brother of Cardinals first baseman Willson Contreras, doubled to score Frelick.&nbsp; The Cardinals tied the game up in the fifth inning on back to back doubles by Alec Burleson and Nolan Arenado.

Milwaukee retook the lead in the sixth inning, Contreras driving in another run on a sacrifice fly that scored Frelick who had singled to open the inning.&nbsp; Christian Yelich reached first on a fielders choice as Nolan Gorman attempted to throw Chourio out at home, but failed as the Brewers extended their lead 3-1.&nbsp;

In the ninth inning, the Cardinals set themselves up to tie the game after Gorman doubled and was driven in on a single by Victor Scott II.&nbsp; Scott stole second base with two outs, but with the tying run in scoring position, Lars Nootbaar struck out for the fourth time in the game, ending the rally and the game.&nbsp;

Erick Fedde took the loss, falling to 3-6 on the season, pitching 5 1/3 innings and giving up three runs on four hits, striking out five and walking one.&nbsp; At the plate, Burleson led the way going 2-for-4 with a run scored.&nbsp; Scott was 1-for-1 with the RBI after coming in as a defensive replacement in the seventh, while Arenado was 1-for-4 with the double and an RBI.

St. Louis hopes to end their losing streak as they continue their series with Milwaukee on Saturday.&nbsp;&nbsp;Andre Pallante (4-3, 4.75 ERA) takes the mound for the Cardinals against&nbsp;Jose Quintana (4-1, 2.66 ERA) for the Brewers.&nbsp; First pitch is at 3:10pm, pregame will be joined at 3 on KY 102 (102.5 FM).

By MATT PIKEThe St. Louis Cardinals battled hard to snap a losing skid, but came up short against the Milwaukee Brewers, losing 3-2 on Friday evening as their losing streak moved to six games and the Redbirds fell another game behind the Brew Crew in the NL Central standings.&nbsp;The Brewers opened the scoring in the fourth inning.&nbsp; Sal Frelick singled to open the inning and after Jackson Chourio flew out to center field, William Contreras, the brother of Cardinals first baseman Willson Contreras, doubled to score Frelick.&nbsp; The Cardinals tied the game up in the fifth inning on back to back doubles by Alec Burleson and Nolan Arenado.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Just keep swimming 🐠 <a href="https://t.co/YC0mHHvyuI">pic.twitter.com/YC0mHHvyuI</a>&mdash; St. Louis Cardinals (@Cardinals) <a href="https://twitter.com/Cardinals/status/1933694755780677937?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 14, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>Milwaukee retook the lead in the sixth inning, Contreras driving in another run on a sacrifice fly that scored Frelick who had singled to open the inning.&nbsp; Christian Yelich reached first on a fielders choice as Nolan Gorman attempted to throw Chourio out at home, but failed as the Brewers extended their lead 3-1.&nbsp;In the ninth inning, the Cardinals set themselves up to tie the game after Gorman doubled and was driven in on a single by Victor Scott II.&nbsp; Scott stole second base with two outs, but with the tying run in scoring position, Lars Nootbaar struck out for the fourth time in the game, ending the rally and the game.&nbsp;<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Vic makes it a one-run game in the 9th! <a href="https://t.co/dQ5EAO9iqx">pic.twitter.com/dQ5EAO9iqx</a>&mdash; St. Louis Cardinals (@Cardinals) <a href="https://twitter.com/Cardinals/status/1933717616817778725?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 14, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>Erick Fedde took the loss, falling to 3-6 on the season, pitching 5 1/3 innings and giving up three runs on four hits, striking out five and walking one.&nbsp; At the plate, Burleson led the way going 2-for-4 with a run scored.&nbsp; Scott was 1-for-1 with the RBI after coming in as a defensive replacement in the seventh, while Arenado was 1-for-4 with the double and an RBI.St. Louis hopes to end their losing streak as they continue their series with Milwaukee on Saturday.&nbsp;&nbsp;Andre Pallante (4-3, 4.75 ERA) takes the mound for the Cardinals against&nbsp;Jose Quintana (4-1, 2.66 ERA) for the Brewers.&nbsp; First pitch is at 3:10pm, pregame will be joined at 3 on KY 102 (102.5 FM).You can follow Matt on X @KfeqMatt.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Cardinals fall to Brewers 3-2 moving losing skid to six games

The Kansas City Royals started to rally back, but fell short in the final inning against the Athletics, losing 6-4 on Friday evening at Kauffman Stadium on the day the Royals enshrined left fielder Alex Gordon into the Royals Hall of Fame.&nbsp;

With a pine tar stripe across their names, like the pine tar that adorned the back of Gordon most games, the Royals took the field following a ceremony for the eight time gold glover who spent his entire career in Kansas City.&nbsp; And the Royals opened the game with the lead, scoring in the bottom of the first inning as Salvador Perez doubled to drive in Maikel Garcia.&nbsp;

Austin Wynns though hit a solo home run in the second inning, tying up the game, and the Athletics went on to take the lead in the third inning on a single by rookie Nick Kurtz, scoring Jacob Wilson for the go ahead run.&nbsp; A third straight run scored in the fourth inning to extend the lead on another solo home run, this time by&nbsp;Luis Urías.&nbsp;

Holding the 3-1 lead, the Athletics pushed ahead even more in the sixth inning scoring their final three runs of the game.&nbsp; With the bases loaded, reliever Steven Cruz walked Tyler Soderstrom to score Denzel Clarke and in the next at bat surrendered a two run single to Max Muncy, bringing home Lawrence Butler and Wilson.&nbsp;

The Royals did start to rally back in the final inning.&nbsp; Back to back walks to Perez and Jac Caglianone opened the inning and Nick Loftin drove both in with his second triple of the season.&nbsp; Loftin scored on a sacrifice fly by John Rave for the final run, before Kyle Isbel struck out and Drew Waters popped out to end the game.&nbsp;

Michael Wacha took the loss, falling to 3-6 on the season, pitching 5 1/3 innings and giving up five runs on nine hits, walking two and striking out five.&nbsp; At the plate, Garcia led the way going 3-for-4 with a run scored.&nbsp; Loftin was 1-for-4 with an RBI while Perez was 1-for-3 with an RBI and a walk.&nbsp;

Kansas City and the Athletics continue their series tomorrow.&nbsp; Michael Lorenzen (4-6, 4.94 ERA) takes the mound for the Royals against&nbsp;Jacob Lopez (0-4, 6.00 ERA) for the Athletics.&nbsp; First pitch is at 3:10pm, pregame coverage beginning at 2:30 on KFEQ (680AM/95.3FM).

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1749875516464.jpeg" alt="Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr talks with former Royals utility player Whit Merrifield following the Royals Hall of Fame ceremony for Alex Gordon.&nbsp; Royals players wore jerseys with a pine tar streak across the name to honor Gordon, an idea that came from Witt Jr, during Friday's game against the Athletics/ Photo courtesy of Matt Foster of KSHB 41 News on X" />
 <figcaption>Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr talks with former Royals utility player Whit Merrifield following the Royals Hall of Fame ceremony for Alex Gordon.&nbsp; Royals players wore jerseys with a pine tar streak across the name to honor Gordon, an idea that came from Witt Jr, during Friday's game against the Athletics/ Photo courtesy of Matt Foster of KSHB 41 News on X</figcaption>
 </figure>By MATT PIKEThe Kansas City Royals started to rally back, but fell short in the final inning against the Athletics, losing 6-4 on Friday evening at Kauffman Stadium on the day the Royals enshrined left fielder Alex Gordon into the Royals Hall of Fame.&nbsp;With a pine tar stripe across their names, like the pine tar that adorned the back of Gordon most games, the Royals took the field following a ceremony for the eight time gold glover who spent his entire career in Kansas City.&nbsp; And the Royals opened the game with the lead, scoring in the bottom of the first inning as Salvador Perez doubled to drive in Maikel Garcia.&nbsp;<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Start us off, Captain. 🫡 <a href="https://t.co/zoVeVpdbQK">pic.twitter.com/zoVeVpdbQK</a>&mdash; Kansas City Royals (@Royals) <a href="https://twitter.com/Royals/status/1933684948583502242?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 14, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>Austin Wynns though hit a solo home run in the second inning, tying up the game, and the Athletics went on to take the lead in the third inning on a single by rookie Nick Kurtz, scoring Jacob Wilson for the go ahead run.&nbsp; A third straight run scored in the fourth inning to extend the lead on another solo home run, this time by&nbsp;Luis Urías.&nbsp;Holding the 3-1 lead, the Athletics pushed ahead even more in the sixth inning scoring their final three runs of the game.&nbsp; With the bases loaded, reliever Steven Cruz walked Tyler Soderstrom to score Denzel Clarke and in the next at bat surrendered a two run single to Max Muncy, bringing home Lawrence Butler and Wilson.&nbsp;The Royals did start to rally back in the final inning.&nbsp; Back to back walks to Perez and Jac Caglianone opened the inning and Nick Loftin drove both in with his second triple of the season.&nbsp; Loftin scored on a sacrifice fly by John Rave for the final run, before Kyle Isbel struck out and Drew Waters popped out to end the game.&nbsp;Michael Wacha took the loss, falling to 3-6 on the season, pitching 5 1/3 innings and giving up five runs on nine hits, walking two and striking out five.&nbsp; At the plate, Garcia led the way going 3-for-4 with a run scored.&nbsp; Loftin was 1-for-4 with an RBI while Perez was 1-for-3 with an RBI and a walk.&nbsp;Kansas City and the Athletics continue their series tomorrow.&nbsp; Michael Lorenzen (4-6, 4.94 ERA) takes the mound for the Royals against&nbsp;Jacob Lopez (0-4, 6.00 ERA) for the Athletics.&nbsp; First pitch is at 3:10pm, pregame coverage beginning at 2:30 on KFEQ (680AM/95.3FM).You can follow Matt on X @KfeqMatt.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Royals fall to Athletics 6-4 as team enshrines 'Gordo' into Royals Hall of Fame

The St. Joseph Mustangs continued their unbeaten run in the MINK League with their third run rule victory of the season, beating the Carroll Merchants 10-0 in eight innings on Friday night at Phil Welch Stadium.&nbsp;

The Mustangs blew open the scoring right away in the first inning as Darius Freeman doubled and moved to third on a wild pitch.&nbsp; After Lafayette alum Brayden Luikart walked, Freeman came home to score on a passed ball for the opening run, with Luikart advancing to second base.&nbsp; A single by Benton alum Chris Coy drove in Luikart and in the very next at bat Coy scored on a single by&nbsp;Easton Phillipe putting St. Joseph up 3-0 after one inning.&nbsp;

Tyler Gundelfinger extended the lead in the second inning with his first home run of the season.&nbsp; In the fourth inning, Gundelfinger added another run scoring on a wild pitch, with Logan Miller moving to third base after he singled.&nbsp; Miller scored later in the inning on a fielders choice as Luikart reached first safely and Darius Freeman was out at second, pushing the Mustangs lead to 6-0.&nbsp;

Gundelfinger drove in another run in the fifth inning, an unearned run scoring Justin George after George reached on a throwing error.&nbsp; A sacrifice fly by Freeman drove in Lafayette alum Jayden Little for another unearned run.&nbsp; In the eighth inning, Freeman scored on a wild pitch as Dom Felix walked, moving Luikart to third.&nbsp; Coy walked the game off in the eighth with an RBI single driving in Luikart.&nbsp;

Gundelfinger was 3-for-3 with the home run and two RBI's and a walk, also stealing two bases, in the win.&nbsp; Coy was 2-for-4 with two RBI's and a walk while Freeman was 2-for-3 with an RBI, a walk, and two runs scored.&nbsp; Aron Harrington earned the win pitching five innings and giving up two hits while striking out six and walking one.&nbsp; East Buchanan alum Bronco Whitt threw one inning of relief and gave up one hit and struck out one.&nbsp;

The Mustangs are now 10-1, 6-0 in MINK League play.&nbsp; They have one more game at home tomorrow, before a four game road trip, taking on the Sedalia Bombers at Phil Welch Stadium. First pitch at 7pm, gates open at 5:30.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1749872984452.jpeg" alt="Tyler Gundelfinger (9) was 3-for-3 with a home run as the St. Joseph Mustangs stayed unbeaten in MINK League play, beating the Carroll Merchants 10-0 on Friday night/ Photo courtesy of St. Joseph Mustangs" />
 <figcaption>Tyler Gundelfinger (9) was 3-for-3 with a home run as the St. Joseph Mustangs stayed unbeaten in MINK League play, beating the Carroll Merchants 10-0 on Friday night/ Photo courtesy of St. Joseph Mustangs</figcaption>
 </figure>By MATT PIKEThe St. Joseph Mustangs continued their unbeaten run in the MINK League with their third run rule victory of the season, beating the Carroll Merchants 10-0 in eight innings on Friday night at Phil Welch Stadium.&nbsp;The Mustangs blew open the scoring right away in the first inning as Darius Freeman doubled and moved to third on a wild pitch.&nbsp; After Lafayette alum Brayden Luikart walked, Freeman came home to score on a passed ball for the opening run, with Luikart advancing to second base.&nbsp; A single by Benton alum Chris Coy drove in Luikart and in the very next at bat Coy scored on a single by&nbsp;Easton Phillipe putting St. Joseph up 3-0 after one inning.&nbsp;Tyler Gundelfinger extended the lead in the second inning with his first home run of the season.&nbsp; In the fourth inning, Gundelfinger added another run scoring on a wild pitch, with Logan Miller moving to third base after he singled.&nbsp; Miller scored later in the inning on a fielders choice as Luikart reached first safely and Darius Freeman was out at second, pushing the Mustangs lead to 6-0.&nbsp;Gundelfinger drove in another run in the fifth inning, an unearned run scoring Justin George after George reached on a throwing error.&nbsp; A sacrifice fly by Freeman drove in Lafayette alum Jayden Little for another unearned run.&nbsp; In the eighth inning, Freeman scored on a wild pitch as Dom Felix walked, moving Luikart to third.&nbsp; Coy walked the game off in the eighth with an RBI single driving in Luikart.&nbsp;Gundelfinger was 3-for-3 with the home run and two RBI's and a walk, also stealing two bases, in the win.&nbsp; Coy was 2-for-4 with two RBI's and a walk while Freeman was 2-for-3 with an RBI, a walk, and two runs scored.&nbsp; Aron Harrington earned the win pitching five innings and giving up two hits while striking out six and walking one.&nbsp; East Buchanan alum Bronco Whitt threw one inning of relief and gave up one hit and struck out one.&nbsp;The Mustangs are now 10-1, 6-0 in MINK League play.&nbsp; They have one more game at home tomorrow, before a four game road trip, taking on the Sedalia Bombers at Phil Welch Stadium. First pitch at 7pm, gates open at 5:30.&nbsp;You can follow Matt on X @KfeqMatt.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Mustangs run rule Carroll in eight innings in 10-0 shutout win

The St. Joseph Mustangs avenged their lone loss of the season to the Kansas City Monarchs, taking down the Monarchs on Thursday evening at Phil Welch Stadium 10-1 in the third matchup of the season between the two teams.&nbsp;

The Monarchs scored their lone run of the game in the third inning as former Mustang Will Dryburgh singled to right field, scoring Morgan Johann.&nbsp; In the bottom half of the inning was when the Mustangs took the lead, what turned out for good, as Benton alum Chris Coy singled to right driving in Savannah alum Truman Bodenhausen to tie the game, before Coy scored on a single by Jack Mosh for the 2-1 lead.&nbsp;

Three runs scored in the fifth inning, which started with Coy, who walked to open the inning, scored on a balk.&nbsp; In just his second game since joining the team,&nbsp;Easton Phillipe singled to drive in Mosh, and scored himself later in the inning on a single by Tyler Gundelfinger.&nbsp; One more run scored in the sixth inning on a groundout by Trevor McCollum, bringing home Logan Miller to push the lead to 6-1.&nbsp;

St. Joseph continued their scoring run in the seventh inning, adding another three runs.&nbsp;&nbsp;Phillipe was walked, but on a wild pitch Justin George raced home to score.&nbsp; Phillipe advanced to third base on a single by Gundelfinger, and then scored on a balk, with Gundelfinger moving to second.&nbsp; A groundout by Bodenhausen moved Gundelfinger to third base, and yet another balk brought him home to score, extending the lead to 9-1.&nbsp;

Phillipe drove in the final run in the bottom of the eighth inning on an RBI double, scoring Mosh.&nbsp; In the ninth inning, to close out the game,&nbsp;Max Pitts struck out the side in order.&nbsp;

Phillipe was 2-for-4 at the plate, driving in two runs.&nbsp; Coy and Gundelfinger were also 2-for-4 batting, each driving in one run.&nbsp; On the mound,&nbsp;Michael Infranca earned the win, pitching two innings of relief giving up one hit.&nbsp; East Buchanan alum, and recent transfer to Northwest Missouri State University, Gage Busby pitched two innings and struck out two, walking one.

The Mustangs are now 9-1 on the season.&nbsp; They return to MINK League action tomorrow, taking on the&nbsp;Carroll Merchants at Phil Welch Stadium.&nbsp; First pitch is at 7pm, gates open at 5:30.

By MATT PIKEThe St. Joseph Mustangs avenged their lone loss of the season to the Kansas City Monarchs, taking down the Monarchs on Thursday evening at Phil Welch Stadium 10-1 in the third matchup of the season between the two teams.&nbsp;The Monarchs scored their lone run of the game in the third inning as former Mustang Will Dryburgh singled to right field, scoring Morgan Johann.&nbsp; In the bottom half of the inning was when the Mustangs took the lead, what turned out for good, as Benton alum Chris Coy singled to right driving in Savannah alum Truman Bodenhausen to tie the game, before Coy scored on a single by Jack Mosh for the 2-1 lead.&nbsp;Three runs scored in the fifth inning, which started with Coy, who walked to open the inning, scored on a balk.&nbsp; In just his second game since joining the team,&nbsp;Easton Phillipe singled to drive in Mosh, and scored himself later in the inning on a single by Tyler Gundelfinger.&nbsp; One more run scored in the sixth inning on a groundout by Trevor McCollum, bringing home Logan Miller to push the lead to 6-1.&nbsp;St. Joseph continued their scoring run in the seventh inning, adding another three runs.&nbsp;&nbsp;Phillipe was walked, but on a wild pitch Justin George raced home to score.&nbsp; Phillipe advanced to third base on a single by Gundelfinger, and then scored on a balk, with Gundelfinger moving to second.&nbsp; A groundout by Bodenhausen moved Gundelfinger to third base, and yet another balk brought him home to score, extending the lead to 9-1.&nbsp;Phillipe drove in the final run in the bottom of the eighth inning on an RBI double, scoring Mosh.&nbsp; In the ninth inning, to close out the game,&nbsp;Max Pitts struck out the side in order.&nbsp;Phillipe was 2-for-4 at the plate, driving in two runs.&nbsp; Coy and Gundelfinger were also 2-for-4 batting, each driving in one run.&nbsp; On the mound,&nbsp;Michael Infranca earned the win, pitching two innings of relief giving up one hit.&nbsp; East Buchanan alum, and recent transfer to Northwest Missouri State University, Gage Busby pitched two innings and struck out two, walking one.The Mustangs are now 9-1 on the season.&nbsp; They return to MINK League action tomorrow, taking on the&nbsp;Carroll Merchants at Phil Welch Stadium.&nbsp; First pitch is at 7pm, gates open at 5:30.You can follow Matt on X @KfeqMatt.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Mustangs avenge loss to Monarchs with big 10-1 win 

The St. Louis Cardinals losing skid moved to five games as the Milwaukee Brewers top pitching prospect Jacob Misiorowski put on a showcase in his major league debut, helping the Brew Crew drop the Redbirds 6-0 on Thursday evening.&nbsp;

Misiorowski pitched just five innings, but gave up no hits to the Cardinals in that span, walking four and striking out five.&nbsp; Misirowski did take the mound in the sixth inning, but after three pitches to Victor Scott II, leading to a 3-0 count, the Brewers number four prospect rolled his ankle on the mound and was pulled from the game by trainers and replaced by&nbsp;&nbsp;Nick Mears.

The young pitcher did leave the game with the lead however.&nbsp; The Brewers opened the scoring in the second inning, a single by&nbsp;Brice Turang driving in Isaac Collins, before extending the lead even more in the fifth inning putting up their final five runs.

Joey Ortiz doubled to score&nbsp;Turang who singled earlier in the inning.&nbsp; A single by Sal Frelick drove in two more runs as Caleb Durbin, who also singled earlier, and Ortiz came home, before the final two runs scored on a two run home run by&nbsp;Jackson Chourio to center field, giving the Brewers the 6-0 lead.&nbsp;

Sonny Gray took the loss for the Cardinals, falling to 7-2 on the season, giving up all six runs on eight hits, striking out four and walking one over 4 1/3 innings.&nbsp; At the plate St. Louis managed just three hits, with one hit a piece coming from Willson Contreras, Nolan Arenado, and Alec Burleson.&nbsp; Contreras also walked.

St. Louis looks to snap their losing streak as the series against Milwaukee continues tomorrow.&nbsp; Erick Fedde (3-5, 3.54 ERA) takes the mound for the Cardinals against&nbsp;Freddy Peralta (5-4, 2.69 ERA) for the Brewers.&nbsp; First pitch is at 7:10pm, pregame will be joined at 7 on KY 102 (102.5 FM).

By MATT PIKEThe St. Louis Cardinals losing skid moved to five games as the Milwaukee Brewers top pitching prospect Jacob Misiorowski put on a showcase in his major league debut, helping the Brew Crew drop the Redbirds 6-0 on Thursday evening.&nbsp;Misiorowski pitched just five innings, but gave up no hits to the Cardinals in that span, walking four and striking out five.&nbsp; Misirowski did take the mound in the sixth inning, but after three pitches to Victor Scott II, leading to a 3-0 count, the Brewers number four prospect rolled his ankle on the mound and was pulled from the game by trainers and replaced by&nbsp;&nbsp;Nick Mears.The young pitcher did leave the game with the lead however.&nbsp; The Brewers opened the scoring in the second inning, a single by&nbsp;Brice Turang driving in Isaac Collins, before extending the lead even more in the fifth inning putting up their final five runs.Joey Ortiz doubled to score&nbsp;Turang who singled earlier in the inning.&nbsp; A single by Sal Frelick drove in two more runs as Caleb Durbin, who also singled earlier, and Ortiz came home, before the final two runs scored on a two run home run by&nbsp;Jackson Chourio to center field, giving the Brewers the 6-0 lead.&nbsp;Sonny Gray took the loss for the Cardinals, falling to 7-2 on the season, giving up all six runs on eight hits, striking out four and walking one over 4 1/3 innings.&nbsp; At the plate St. Louis managed just three hits, with one hit a piece coming from Willson Contreras, Nolan Arenado, and Alec Burleson.&nbsp; Contreras also walked.St. Louis looks to snap their losing streak as the series against Milwaukee continues tomorrow.&nbsp; Erick Fedde (3-5, 3.54 ERA) takes the mound for the Cardinals against&nbsp;Freddy Peralta (5-4, 2.69 ERA) for the Brewers.&nbsp; First pitch is at 7:10pm, pregame will be joined at 7 on KY 102 (102.5 FM).You can follow Matt on X @KfeqMatt.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Cards drop fifth straight losing 6-0 as Brewers Misiorowski shines in debut

The Kansas City Royals contained the New York Yankees explosive offense, but a late throwing error by Lucas Erceg proved costly as the Royals dropped a pitchers duel with the Bronx bombers, losing 1-0 at Kauffman Stadium on Thursday evening.&nbsp;

Both starting pitchers, Seth Lugo for the Royals and Will Warren for the Yankees, pitched 5 2/3 innings and gave up minimal hits, Lugo allowing just two while Warren allowed four, and also giving up minimal baserunners with Lugo walking three and Warren walking one.&nbsp; Angel Zerpa replaced Lugo in the sixth, but didn't throw a single pitch before the game was delayed by rain.&nbsp;

The delay lasted less than 30 minutes, and Zerpa returned to the mound, pitching 1 1/3 innings of relief giving up no hits and striking out two before he was replaced by Erceg in the eighth inning.&nbsp; Erceg surrendered a single to Pablo Reyes, who advanced to second on a groundout by Trent Grisham.&nbsp; After Ben Rice walked, Paul Goldschmidt hit a single, which Vinnie Pasquantino could not field cleanly and get to Erceg in time, as Erceg turned to see Reyes stranded between third and home, he gunned the ball to Freddy Fermin who could not field it cleanly, allowing Reyes to score.&nbsp;

Kansas City managed no more hits the rest of the way, handing Erceg the loss, dropping him to 1-2 on the season, pitching one inning and giving up one run unearned on two hits, walking one and striking out one.&nbsp; At the plate, five Royals managed one hit a piece, led by Nick Loftin who was 1-for-1 with two walks.

With the loss, the Royals were swept in the season series by the Yankees, and were outscored across the six games 29-11.&nbsp; New York remains the only team this season that has swept Kansas City in a series.&nbsp;

Kansas City stays at home next to take on the Athletics.&nbsp; Michael Wacha (3-5, 3.01 ERA) takes the mound for the Royals against Luis Severino (1-6, 4.77 ERA) for the Athletics.&nbsp; First pitch is at 7:10pm, pregame coverage will begin at 6:30 on KFEQ (680AM/95.3FM).

By MATT PIKEThe Kansas City Royals contained the New York Yankees explosive offense, but a late throwing error by Lucas Erceg proved costly as the Royals dropped a pitchers duel with the Bronx bombers, losing 1-0 at Kauffman Stadium on Thursday evening.&nbsp;Both starting pitchers, Seth Lugo for the Royals and Will Warren for the Yankees, pitched 5 2/3 innings and gave up minimal hits, Lugo allowing just two while Warren allowed four, and also giving up minimal baserunners with Lugo walking three and Warren walking one.&nbsp; Angel Zerpa replaced Lugo in the sixth, but didn't throw a single pitch before the game was delayed by rain.&nbsp;The delay lasted less than 30 minutes, and Zerpa returned to the mound, pitching 1 1/3 innings of relief giving up no hits and striking out two before he was replaced by Erceg in the eighth inning.&nbsp; Erceg surrendered a single to Pablo Reyes, who advanced to second on a groundout by Trent Grisham.&nbsp; After Ben Rice walked, Paul Goldschmidt hit a single, which Vinnie Pasquantino could not field cleanly and get to Erceg in time, as Erceg turned to see Reyes stranded between third and home, he gunned the ball to Freddy Fermin who could not field it cleanly, allowing Reyes to score.&nbsp;<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Goldy gets it done 👊 <a href="https://t.co/zK56vIIGK3">pic.twitter.com/zK56vIIGK3</a>&mdash; New York Yankees (@Yankees) <a href="https://twitter.com/Yankees/status/1933346812347154630?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 13, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>Kansas City managed no more hits the rest of the way, handing Erceg the loss, dropping him to 1-2 on the season, pitching one inning and giving up one run unearned on two hits, walking one and striking out one.&nbsp; At the plate, five Royals managed one hit a piece, led by Nick Loftin who was 1-for-1 with two walks.With the loss, the Royals were swept in the season series by the Yankees, and were outscored across the six games 29-11.&nbsp; New York remains the only team this season that has swept Kansas City in a series.&nbsp;Kansas City stays at home next to take on the Athletics.&nbsp; Michael Wacha (3-5, 3.01 ERA) takes the mound for the Royals against Luis Severino (1-6, 4.77 ERA) for the Athletics.&nbsp; First pitch is at 7:10pm, pregame coverage will begin at 6:30 on KFEQ (680AM/95.3FM).You can follow Matt on X @KfeqMatt.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Royals drop pitchers duel 1-0 to Yankees, swept in season series

For a second consecutive night, the New York Yankees got to a pitcher in the Royals starting rotation who was having a stellar start to his season, as New York won 6-3 at Kauffman Stadium on Wednesday evening.&nbsp;

With the loss, the Royals are now 0-5 against the Yankees on the season, after losing all three games in the Bronx April 14-16th.&nbsp; New York remains the only team this season that has swept Kansas City, and has another shot at doing it tomorrow on their home turf.&nbsp;

With Kris Bubic on the mound for the Royals for the first time since June 1st against Detroit, it didn't look like he missed a beat through the first inning, going 1-2-3, but in the second inning the Yankees lineup got to the left hander for five runs to take a big lead early in the game.&nbsp;

After Cody Bellinger led off the inning with a triple and Jazz Chisolm Jr walked, Anthony Volpe grounded into a force out with Bellinger scoring while Chisolm was out at second.&nbsp; Trent Grisham grounded out for a second out, but then DJ LeMahieu walked and Austin Wells doubled, bringing home Volpe, before both LeMahieu and Wells scored on a single by Paul Goldschmidt, who moved to second on a throw home.&nbsp; Goldschmidt scored the final run of the inning on a single by Ben Rice.&nbsp;&nbsp;

In the seventh inning, with reliever Steven Cruz on the mound, the Yankees scored their final run behind yet another home run from Aaron Judge.&nbsp; The Royals finally started their comeback bid in the ninth inning, before falling short, scoring all three runs in the final frame.&nbsp; Two runs scored on a home run by Salvador Perez, scoring Vinnie Pasquantino who singled to open the inning.&nbsp; Nick Loftin scored the final run on a single by John Rave.&nbsp;

Bubic fell to 5-4 on the season, pitching his shortest outing of the season with 4 1/3 innings giving up five runs on six hits, striking out three and walking four.&nbsp; At the plate, Jonathan India was 2-for-4 with a walk to lead the way hitting.&nbsp; Perez was 1-for-4 with the home run and two RBIs.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Kansas City and New York wrap up their series tomorrow.&nbsp; Seth Lugo (3-5, 3.46 ERA) starts for the Royals against&nbsp;Will Warren (4-3, 5.34 ERA) for the Yankees.&nbsp; First pitch is at 6:40pm, pregame coverage starts at 6 on KFEQ (680AM/95.3FM).&nbsp;

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By MATT PIKEFor a second consecutive night, the New York Yankees got to a pitcher in the Royals starting rotation who was having a stellar start to his season, as New York won 6-3 at Kauffman Stadium on Wednesday evening.&nbsp;With the loss, the Royals are now 0-5 against the Yankees on the season, after losing all three games in the Bronx April 14-16th.&nbsp; New York remains the only team this season that has swept Kansas City, and has another shot at doing it tomorrow on their home turf.&nbsp;With Kris Bubic on the mound for the Royals for the first time since June 1st against Detroit, it didn't look like he missed a beat through the first inning, going 1-2-3, but in the second inning the Yankees lineup got to the left hander for five runs to take a big lead early in the game.&nbsp;After Cody Bellinger led off the inning with a triple and Jazz Chisolm Jr walked, Anthony Volpe grounded into a force out with Bellinger scoring while Chisolm was out at second.&nbsp; Trent Grisham grounded out for a second out, but then DJ LeMahieu walked and Austin Wells doubled, bringing home Volpe, before both LeMahieu and Wells scored on a single by Paul Goldschmidt, who moved to second on a throw home.&nbsp; Goldschmidt scored the final run of the inning on a single by Ben Rice.&nbsp;&nbsp;In the seventh inning, with reliever Steven Cruz on the mound, the Yankees scored their final run behind yet another home run from Aaron Judge.&nbsp; The Royals finally started their comeback bid in the ninth inning, before falling short, scoring all three runs in the final frame.&nbsp; Two runs scored on a home run by Salvador Perez, scoring Vinnie Pasquantino who singled to open the inning.&nbsp; Nick Loftin scored the final run on a single by John Rave.&nbsp;Bubic fell to 5-4 on the season, pitching his shortest outing of the season with 4 1/3 innings giving up five runs on six hits, striking out three and walking four.&nbsp; At the plate, Jonathan India was 2-for-4 with a walk to lead the way hitting.&nbsp; Perez was 1-for-4 with the home run and two RBIs.&nbsp;&nbsp;Kansas City and New York wrap up their series tomorrow.&nbsp; Seth Lugo (3-5, 3.46 ERA) starts for the Royals against&nbsp;Will Warren (4-3, 5.34 ERA) for the Yankees.&nbsp; First pitch is at 6:40pm, pregame coverage starts at 6 on KFEQ (680AM/95.3FM).&nbsp;You can follow Matt on X @KfeqMatt.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Royals lose second consecutive matchup to Yankees 6-3

The St. Joseph Mustangs continued their unbeaten run in MINK league play, beating the Chillicothe Mudcats on Wednesday evening 8-3 at Phil Welch Stadium.&nbsp;

The Mustangs fell behind first though, with the Mudcats opening the scoring in the second inning,&nbsp;Derin Douchet hitting a single to third base and scoring&nbsp;Tanner Sears.&nbsp; St. Joseph took the lead in the next inning, scoring four runs in the bottom of the third inning.&nbsp;

Savannah alum Truman Bodenhausen tied up the game with an RBI single into right field, scoring Lafayette alum Jayden Little and advancing Tyler Gundelfinger to third base.&nbsp; Gundelfinger scored on a double by Darius Freeman, and then the lead extended on a groundout by another Lafayette alum Brayden Luikart, driving in Bodenhausen.&nbsp; Jack Mosh drove in the final run of the frame with a double, bringing home Freeman for the 4-1 lead.&nbsp;

The Mustangs added one more run in the fifth inning on an RBI double by Dom Felix, driving in Freeman, before the Mudcats added one more run the next inning.&nbsp; A groundout by&nbsp;John Spoto scored&nbsp;J. Pinkknee, St. Joseph again answered Chillicothe's run with a multi run inning, scoring three runs in the seventh inning.&nbsp;

A single by Luikart drove in Freeman, then with the bases loaded Trevor McCollum was hit by a pitch and Luikart would come in to score the second run of the inning.&nbsp; The bases still juiced, Mosh scored on a wild pitch by&nbsp;Ryotaro Hirayana.&nbsp; Trailing 8-2, the Mudcats scored their final run in the ninth inning on a sacrifice fly by&nbsp;Rafael Calcano, driving in pinch runner&nbsp;Fradnie Fernandez.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Landon Reith pitched 5 1/3 innings, giving up one run on four hits and striking out seven, while walking one to earn the win.&nbsp; Benton alum Chris Coy pitched a scoreless inning of relief, striking out one and walking one.&nbsp; At the plate, Mosh led the way going 3-for-4 with one RBI and a run scored, walking once and hitting a double.&nbsp; Luikart was 2-for-5 with two RBI's and a stolen base.&nbsp;

The Mustangs are now 8-1 on the season, and are 5-0 in MINK League play.&nbsp; St. Joseph stays at Phil Welch Stadium on Thursday for a matchup once again with the KC Monarchs, their third matchup of the year.&nbsp; First pitch at 6:30pm, gates open at 5:15.&nbsp;&nbsp;

By MATT PIKEThe St. Joseph Mustangs continued their unbeaten run in MINK league play, beating the Chillicothe Mudcats on Wednesday evening 8-3 at Phil Welch Stadium.&nbsp;The Mustangs fell behind first though, with the Mudcats opening the scoring in the second inning,&nbsp;Derin Douchet hitting a single to third base and scoring&nbsp;Tanner Sears.&nbsp; St. Joseph took the lead in the next inning, scoring four runs in the bottom of the third inning.&nbsp;Savannah alum Truman Bodenhausen tied up the game with an RBI single into right field, scoring Lafayette alum Jayden Little and advancing Tyler Gundelfinger to third base.&nbsp; Gundelfinger scored on a double by Darius Freeman, and then the lead extended on a groundout by another Lafayette alum Brayden Luikart, driving in Bodenhausen.&nbsp; Jack Mosh drove in the final run of the frame with a double, bringing home Freeman for the 4-1 lead.&nbsp;The Mustangs added one more run in the fifth inning on an RBI double by Dom Felix, driving in Freeman, before the Mudcats added one more run the next inning.&nbsp; A groundout by&nbsp;John Spoto scored&nbsp;J. Pinkknee, St. Joseph again answered Chillicothe's run with a multi run inning, scoring three runs in the seventh inning.&nbsp;A single by Luikart drove in Freeman, then with the bases loaded Trevor McCollum was hit by a pitch and Luikart would come in to score the second run of the inning.&nbsp; The bases still juiced, Mosh scored on a wild pitch by&nbsp;Ryotaro Hirayana.&nbsp; Trailing 8-2, the Mudcats scored their final run in the ninth inning on a sacrifice fly by&nbsp;Rafael Calcano, driving in pinch runner&nbsp;Fradnie Fernandez.&nbsp;&nbsp;Landon Reith pitched 5 1/3 innings, giving up one run on four hits and striking out seven, while walking one to earn the win.&nbsp; Benton alum Chris Coy pitched a scoreless inning of relief, striking out one and walking one.&nbsp; At the plate, Mosh led the way going 3-for-4 with one RBI and a run scored, walking once and hitting a double.&nbsp; Luikart was 2-for-5 with two RBI's and a stolen base.&nbsp;The Mustangs are now 8-1 on the season, and are 5-0 in MINK League play.&nbsp; St. Joseph stays at Phil Welch Stadium on Thursday for a matchup once again with the KC Monarchs, their third matchup of the year.&nbsp; First pitch at 6:30pm, gates open at 5:15.&nbsp;&nbsp;You can follow Matt on X @KfeqMatt.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Mustangs still unbeaten in MINK league with 8-3 win over Chillicothe

The St. Louis Cardinals won't be heading into a National League Central clash on the road with momentum, after being swept by the Toronto Blue Jays at home, falling 5-2 in the series finale Wednesday afternoon.&nbsp;

The Cardinals did open the scoring in the game, and held the lead through the first two innings.&nbsp; Willson Contreras singled in the first inning to drive in Masyn Winn, who had singled earlier in the inning, to open the scoring.&nbsp; St. Louis extended the lead, and scored their final run, in the second inning on a solo home run by Yohel Pozo.

The Blue Jays tied up the game in the third inning though, first cutting the lead in half on a single by Bo Bichette that drove in&nbsp;Tyler Heineman.&nbsp; A sacrifice fly by George Springer later in the inning scored&nbsp;Vladimir Guerrero Jr. for the tying run.&nbsp; &nbsp;In the fourth inning, Bichette's sacrifice fly brought home&nbsp;Myles Straw for the go ahead run, and the lead was extended in the following at bat on a single by Guerrero Jr, scoring&nbsp;Jonatan Clase.

Toronto scored their final run in the fifth inning on a solo home run by&nbsp;Ernie Clement off of Cardinals starter Matthew Liberatore, his fourth home run of the season.

Liberatore took the loss, falling to 3-6 on the season, pitching five innings and giving up all five runs, just three earned, on eight hits while striking out four and walking one.&nbsp; At the plate, Contreras was 2-for-3 with an RBI while Victor Scott II was 2-for-4.&nbsp; Three other Cardinals managed just one hit a piece, including Pozo with the solo home run who was 1-for-4.

St. Louis will now hit the road and travel to Milwaukee for a National League Central clash with the Brewers.&nbsp; Sonny Gray (7-1, 3.35 ERA) takes the mound for the Cardinals against the Brewers top top pitching prospect, and #4 overall prospect, making his major league debut in&nbsp;Jacob Misiorowski.&nbsp; First pitch is at 6:40pm, pregame will be joined at 6:30 on KY 102 (102.5 FM).

By MATT PIKEThe St. Louis Cardinals won't be heading into a National League Central clash on the road with momentum, after being swept by the Toronto Blue Jays at home, falling 5-2 in the series finale Wednesday afternoon.&nbsp;The Cardinals did open the scoring in the game, and held the lead through the first two innings.&nbsp; Willson Contreras singled in the first inning to drive in Masyn Winn, who had singled earlier in the inning, to open the scoring.&nbsp; St. Louis extended the lead, and scored their final run, in the second inning on a solo home run by Yohel Pozo.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Contreras goes up the middle to make it 1-0! Vote Willson Contreras to the All-Star Game at <a href="https://t.co/8EZhynYWw6">https://t.co/8EZhynYWw6</a>! 🌟 <a href="https://t.co/nPfzf2VIFA">pic.twitter.com/nPfzf2VIFA</a>&mdash; St. Louis Cardinals (@Cardinals) <a href="https://twitter.com/Cardinals/status/1932868996589826433?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 11, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div><div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🎼 Wake me up before you Pozo Because I&#39;m planning on homering solo 🎵 <a href="https://t.co/ubbSnCYHps">pic.twitter.com/ubbSnCYHps</a>&mdash; St. Louis Cardinals (@Cardinals) <a href="https://twitter.com/Cardinals/status/1932873505659584659?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 11, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The Blue Jays tied up the game in the third inning though, first cutting the lead in half on a single by Bo Bichette that drove in&nbsp;Tyler Heineman.&nbsp; A sacrifice fly by George Springer later in the inning scored&nbsp;Vladimir Guerrero Jr. for the tying run.&nbsp; &nbsp;In the fourth inning, Bichette's sacrifice fly brought home&nbsp;Myles Straw for the go ahead run, and the lead was extended in the following at bat on a single by Guerrero Jr, scoring&nbsp;Jonatan Clase.Toronto scored their final run in the fifth inning on a solo home run by&nbsp;Ernie Clement off of Cardinals starter Matthew Liberatore, his fourth home run of the season.Liberatore took the loss, falling to 3-6 on the season, pitching five innings and giving up all five runs, just three earned, on eight hits while striking out four and walking one.&nbsp; At the plate, Contreras was 2-for-3 with an RBI while Victor Scott II was 2-for-4.&nbsp; Three other Cardinals managed just one hit a piece, including Pozo with the solo home run who was 1-for-4.St. Louis will now hit the road and travel to Milwaukee for a National League Central clash with the Brewers.&nbsp; Sonny Gray (7-1, 3.35 ERA) takes the mound for the Cardinals against the Brewers top top pitching prospect, and #4 overall prospect, making his major league debut in&nbsp;Jacob Misiorowski.&nbsp; First pitch is at 6:40pm, pregame will be joined at 6:30 on KY 102 (102.5 FM).You can follow Matt on X @KfeqMatt.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Cards swept by Jays with 5-2 loss ahead of big NL Central road series

The St. Louis Cardinals battled from behind, but ran out of steam and fell just short of a comeback, losing to the Toronto Blue Jays 10-9 on Tuesday evening at Busch Stadium.&nbsp;

The Blue Jays opened the scoring in the first on one big hit as&nbsp;Andrés Giménez hit a three run home run to right field, scoring&nbsp;Bo Bichette and Alejandro Kirk.&nbsp; Toronto extended that lead to four runs in the fourth inning, an Alan Roden single driving in George Springer.&nbsp; The Cardinals though, tied up the game in the bottom half of the inning.&nbsp;

Brendan Donovan was hit by a pitch to open the inning.&nbsp; After back to back singles by Alec Burleson and Nolan Arenado with one out, Arenado's single driving in Donovan, Nolan Gorman blasted a three run home run, his third home run of the season, to tie up the game at four runs a piece.

The Blue Jays took the lead back the very next inning however, scoring two runs in the fifth inning.&nbsp; Addison Barger's double drove in&nbsp;Jonatan Clase for the go ahead run.&nbsp; A sacrifice fly by Springer extended the lead bringing home Bichette.&nbsp; The lead was pushed even farther by Toronto with another two runs in the seventh inning, both coming on a two run home run by Kirk, which scored Barger, pushing the lead to 8-4.

St. Louis cut into the lead again in the bottom of the eighth inning, thanks to another home run, this time by the other Nolan as Arenado hit a two run home run, driving in Burleson on his eighth home run of the season.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The Blue Jays managed to get those runs back in the top of the ninth inning.&nbsp;&nbsp;Giménez singled to drive in Bichette and Kirk scored on a wild pitch by reliever Chris Roycroft.&nbsp; But the Cardinals refused to go away, battling back in the bottom half of the inning, thanks to a three run blast by Willson Contreras, scoring&nbsp;Masyn Winn and Iván Herrera.&nbsp; But, with two outs, Burleson grounded out to end the game, giving Blue Jays closer Andrew Hoffman his 17th save.&nbsp;

Miles Mikolas took the loss, falling to 4-3 on the season, pitching five innings and giving up six runs on nine hits, striking out two batters.&nbsp; Arenado led the way at the plate, going 3-for-4 with three RBI's and two runs scored.

St. Louis wraps up their series with Toronto tomorrow.&nbsp; Matthew Liberatore (3-5, 3.82 ERA) takes the mound for the Cardinals in the finale against&nbsp;Eric Lauer (2-1, 2.08 ERA) for the Blue Jays.&nbsp; First pitch is at 1:15pm, pregame will be joined at 1:05 on KY 102 (102.5 FM).

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By MATT PIKEThe St. Louis Cardinals battled from behind, but ran out of steam and fell just short of a comeback, losing to the Toronto Blue Jays 10-9 on Tuesday evening at Busch Stadium.&nbsp;The Blue Jays opened the scoring in the first on one big hit as&nbsp;Andrés Giménez hit a three run home run to right field, scoring&nbsp;Bo Bichette and Alejandro Kirk.&nbsp; Toronto extended that lead to four runs in the fourth inning, an Alan Roden single driving in George Springer.&nbsp; The Cardinals though, tied up the game in the bottom half of the inning.&nbsp;Brendan Donovan was hit by a pitch to open the inning.&nbsp; After back to back singles by Alec Burleson and Nolan Arenado with one out, Arenado's single driving in Donovan, Nolan Gorman blasted a three run home run, his third home run of the season, to tie up the game at four runs a piece.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Bingo Bango! Nolan Gorman ties it up with a 3-run shot to right! 💥 <a href="https://t.co/S8EnM4j3j4">pic.twitter.com/S8EnM4j3j4</a>&mdash; St. Louis Cardinals (@Cardinals) <a href="https://twitter.com/Cardinals/status/1932601497663254826?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 11, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The Blue Jays took the lead back the very next inning however, scoring two runs in the fifth inning.&nbsp; Addison Barger's double drove in&nbsp;Jonatan Clase for the go ahead run.&nbsp; A sacrifice fly by Springer extended the lead bringing home Bichette.&nbsp; The lead was pushed even farther by Toronto with another two runs in the seventh inning, both coming on a two run home run by Kirk, which scored Barger, pushing the lead to 8-4.St. Louis cut into the lead again in the bottom of the eighth inning, thanks to another home run, this time by the other Nolan as Arenado hit a two run home run, driving in Burleson on his eighth home run of the season.&nbsp;&nbsp;<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Arenado lets it fly! 🚀 <a href="https://t.co/EpeS6UI80k">pic.twitter.com/EpeS6UI80k</a>&mdash; St. Louis Cardinals (@Cardinals) <a href="https://twitter.com/Cardinals/status/1932617877992931424?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 11, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The Blue Jays managed to get those runs back in the top of the ninth inning.&nbsp;&nbsp;Giménez singled to drive in Bichette and Kirk scored on a wild pitch by reliever Chris Roycroft.&nbsp; But the Cardinals refused to go away, battling back in the bottom half of the inning, thanks to a three run blast by Willson Contreras, scoring&nbsp;Masyn Winn and Iván Herrera.&nbsp; But, with two outs, Burleson grounded out to end the game, giving Blue Jays closer Andrew Hoffman his 17th save.&nbsp;<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Willson Contreras smashed his 8th home run of 2025! <a href="https://t.co/8fjIzDcFut">pic.twitter.com/8fjIzDcFut</a>&mdash; St. Louis Cardinals (@Cardinals) <a href="https://twitter.com/Cardinals/status/1932625163683525034?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 11, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>Miles Mikolas took the loss, falling to 4-3 on the season, pitching five innings and giving up six runs on nine hits, striking out two batters.&nbsp; Arenado led the way at the plate, going 3-for-4 with three RBI's and two runs scored.St. Louis wraps up their series with Toronto tomorrow.&nbsp; Matthew Liberatore (3-5, 3.82 ERA) takes the mound for the Cardinals in the finale against&nbsp;Eric Lauer (2-1, 2.08 ERA) for the Blue Jays.&nbsp; First pitch is at 1:15pm, pregame will be joined at 1:05 on KY 102 (102.5 FM).You can follow Matt on X @KfeqMatt.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;