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Royals pticher Eduardo Villacis throws against the Yankees on May 1, 2004, in New York.

FRANK FRANKLIN II | Star file photo

Royals pticher Eduardo Villacis throws against the Yankees on May 1, 2004, in New York.

Pitching in majors was once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Villacis

It is 2004, and a 24-year-old pitcher is flying high above New York City. He pulls up the window shade and gazes down at the skyscrapers below. It is a Friday, the final day in April, and in close to 24 hours, this young right-hander will take the mound at Yankee Stadium.

Royals remain winless after off days with loss to Orioles

May 26, 1:01 AM

Among the many things the Royals aren’t doing well this year — and it’s no small list at the moment — is coming back sharp and alert after a day off.

Royals notes: Perez back in action; Sánchez ready for rehab start

May 26, 12:12 AM

BALTIMORE Two hopeful items from the Royals’ injury front: Salvy Perez caught three innings Friday in extended spring training; and left-handed pitcher Jonathan Sánchez is pain-free and ready to start his formal rehab assignment.


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    Commentary

    It’s hard to ignore Sporting KC’s success

    May 26, 12:42 AM

    The newest big thing in Kansas City sports is a lawyer in a rainbow wig and a teacher day-drinking in the parking lot and a grassroots fan movement turned into 20,000 people packing a gorgeous $200 million stadium Sunday for a regular summer happening that by now is just stubborn to ignore.

    Catching up with Wil Myers in Omaha

    May 24, 5:34 PM

    The Royals recently promoted outfielder Wil Myers to Class AAA Omaha, and he appears to be handling the transition well. Through seven games, Myers is batting .417 with five RBIs and two homers.

    Sam Mellinger | Could Hosmer's luck be turning?

    May 24, 11:25 AM

    The Star's Sam Mellinger points out that Eric Hosmer got a bit lucky last night against the Yankees with two infield hits and a bloop RBI double. Perhaps it’s overly optimistic to wonder if that can turn him, but it’s at least something to keep an eye on.


    Chiefs & NFL

    
Dontari Poe

    Mike Ransdell | The Kansas City Star

    Dontari Poe

    Chiefs uncertain about Poe's role

    The Chiefs said when they drafted the 346-pound Dontari Poe, they believed he would become an all-round player capable of helping when they defended the pass and the run. But they also acknowledged he had a lot to learn, meaning they might have to choose a more limited role for Poe — at least early in his career.

    Chiefs' Poe gets longer look in passing situations

    May 25, 11:12 PM

    When the Chiefs practiced regular down-and-distance situations earlier in the week, rookie nose tackle Dontari Poe was a backup behind veteran Amon Gordon. But when the Chiefs worked mostly on passing situations in practice Thursday, Poe suddenly became a central figure.


    Missouri

    
Missouri freshman Ashtin Stephens has played this season with a torn labrum.

    Matthew Cavanah | THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

    Missouri freshman Ashtin Stephens has played this season with a torn labrum.

    Missouri softball relies on local talent

    As a kid growing up in Jefferson City, Mo., Ehren Earleywine dreamt of playing baseball at his home-state school. And though he was good enough to eventually play at Southwest Missouri State (and later Westminster College), he admits the fact Missouri never really recruited him left a sour taste in his mouth.

    Mizzou moves into bracket final at Big 12 baseball

    May 25, 12:32 PM

    Missouri kept on its winning ways Thursday at the Big 12 baseball tournament at Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark, posting a 5-3 win over second-seeded Texas A&M in the second round of the tournament.


    Kansas State

    
Former Kansas State basketball player Victor Ojeleye

    Charlie Riedel | ASSOCIATED PRESS

    Former Kansas State basketball player Victor Ojeleye

    K-State's Ojeleye wins Arthur Ashe award

    Former Kansas State basketball player Victor Ojeleye has been chosen as the male winner of the 2012 Arthur Ashe Jr. Sports Scholar Award.

    KU beats Texas A&M to face Mizzou in Big 12 tournament

    May 26, 12:44 AM

    It looks like the Border War between Kansas and Missouri is not over yet.


    Kansas

    
Jordan Dreiling (left) and his KU teammates are still alive in the Big 12 tournament.

    Fernando Salazar | The Wichita Eagle

    Jordan Dreiling (left) and his KU teammates are still alive in the Big 12 tournament.

    KU beats Texas A&M to face Mizzou in Big 12 tournament

    It looks like the Border War between Kansas and Missouri is not over yet.

    Kansas to face Colorado in basketball

    May 25, 9:05 PM

    The Kansas basketball program looked to an old Big 12 foe to fill out its non-conference basketball slate. Nope, not that one.


    High schools

    SM West’s Heng breaks mark in 6A 3,200 meters

    May 26, 12:38 AM

    For 33 years nobody had touched Brent Steiner’s 3,200-meter time at the Kansas 6A state track and field championships.


    Sporting KC & Soccer

    It’s hard to ignore Sporting KC’s success

    May 26, 12:42 AM

    The newest big thing in Kansas City sports is a lawyer in a rainbow wig and a teacher day-drinking in the parking lot and a grassroots fan movement turned into 20,000 people packing a gorgeous $200 million stadium Sunday for a regular summer happening that by now is just stubborn to ignore.


    Outdoors

    Outdoors digest | Missouri angler wins East Coast tournament

    May 24, 6:43 PM

    Brian Maloney of Osage Beach, Mo., won’t soon forget his recent trip to the nation’s capital.


    More Sports

    Devils make Cup finals after 3-2 win over Rangers

    May 26, 3:21 AM

    Moments after sending the New Jersey Devils to the Stanley Cup finals for the first time since 2003, Adam Henrique skated to the corner and waited to be mobbed by his teammates.


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