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Giefers lead Courtland hitting attack

Courtesy of Myron Fluegge COURTLAND - The Courtland Cubs defeated the Gaylord Islanders of the River Valley West League Friday evening, July 24, by a score of 14-4. The exhibition game was scheduled for seven innings but ended in the bottom of the sixth because of the 10-run rule. Courtland out-hit Gaylord 19 to 5. Leading the hitting attack for Courtland were the Giefer brothers. Teddy Giefer was 5 for 5, including two home runs and 5 RBI's. Josh Giefer was 4 for 4 with a double and 3 RBI's. Also getting multiple hits for the Cubs were Jackson Bode, Nik Johnson, Maddox Mortensen, and ...

Dobnak picks up first win in 5 years, Royals blank Twins

By PATRICK DONNELLY Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS — Randy Dobnak pitched seven scoreless innings for his first major league victory in five years as the Kansas City Royals beat the Minnesota Twins 4-0 on Wednesday night. Dobnak (1-0) gave up four hits and a walk while striking out four. ...

Vikings camp opens, QBs and teammates play it cool

By DAVE CAMPBELL AP Pro Football Writer EAGAN, Minn. — The starting quarterback audition that will shape this season for the Minnesota Vikings and perhaps define multiple careers is clearly the featured attraction during training camp. For as consequential as this competition will be, ...

WR Puka Nacua never considered a contract holdout

By GREG BEACHAM AP Sports Writer LOS ANGELES — Puka Nacua says he never considered holding out of training camp as he enters the final year of his rookie contract with the Los Angeles Rams. The All-Pro receiver loves — and needs — the day-to-day grind of football too much to step ...

Packers eager to extend Tucker Kraft's deal soon

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Tucker Kraft and the Green Bay Packers haven't agreed on a contract extension just yet, but the star tight end and his team are on the same page regarding the timing of a new deal. The sooner, the better. "I think it would be best," Kraft said following the ...