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Royals remain winless after off days with loss to Orioles

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 & Baseball

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

May 26, 12:41 AM

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.

Baltimore Orioles 8, Royals 2

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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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

Mike Ransdell | The Kansas City Star

Dontari Poe

Chiefs uncertain about Poe's role

May 25, 5:10 PM

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.

Chiefs buzz | Second-round draft pick Jeff Allen has ankle injury May 25, 1:04 AM
Chiefs' McCluster getting work at wide receiver May 24, 5:56 PM
Chiefs continue OTAs at Arrowhead May 24, 1:47 PM
Observations from today's Chiefs practice May 24, 1:47 PM

Missouri

Matthew Cavanah | THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

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

Missouri softball relies on local talent

May 25, 9:25 PM

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.

Injuries changed Missouri’s Muller, but her spirit is unaffected May 24, 8:31 PM
MU surprises Texas in Big 12 baseball tournament May 24, 1:00 AM
KU, MU could meet up early in Big 12 baseball tournament May 23, 10:58 AM
After a close call, MU softball wins Columbia regional May 21, 12:17 PM

Kansas State

Charlie Riedel | ASSOCIATED PRESS

Former Kansas State basketball player Victor Ojeleye

K-State's Ojeleye wins Arthur Ashe award

May 25, 5:41 PM

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.

John Currie talks Big 12/SEC bowl game, bowls vs. playoff and what’s next for Big 12 May 25, 5:42 PM
Mizzou moves into bracket final at Big 12 baseball May 25, 12:32 PM
MU surprises Texas in Big 12 baseball tournament May 24, 1:00 AM
K-State legend Bob Boozer dies at 75 May 21, 12:28 PM

Kansas

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

May 26, 12:44 AM

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.

KU's Weis calm as conference realignment again bursts forth May 24, 11:26 AM
Mizzou moves into bracket final at Big 12 baseball May 25, 12:32 PM
MU surprises Texas in Big 12 baseball tournament May 24, 1:00 AM
KU, MU could meet up early in Big 12 baseball tournament May 23, 10:58 AM

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.

Lee’s Summit West’s Kallenberger repeats in high jump May 26, 12:38 AM
BV West, Olathe East to play for 6A soccer title May 26, 1:07 AM
Aquinas advances to 5A soccer final May 26, 1:00 AM

Motorsports

Allmendinger appears ready to join the NASCAR winner’s circle

May 23, 8:37 PM

AJ Allmendinger landed the ride of his life in the offseason when Penske Racing grabbed him after Kurt Busch split with the organization.

Auto racing buzz May 23, 8:35 PM
Teen racer has drive to make a difference May 24, 12:28 AM
Victory tastes sweet to Grubnic May 20, 9:12 PM
Beckman gets NHRA funny-car win at Heartland Park May 20, 8:29 PM

Sporting KC & Soccer

It’s hard to ignore Sporting KC’s success

May 26, 12:42 AM

Sporting KC in desperate need of a spark May 25, 9:48 AM
Sporting News: Livestrong could host more Open Cup games (provided KC advance) May 23, 10:26 PM
Sporting to face Orlando City in U.S. Open Cup May 22, 9:26 PM
A day in the park for Sporting KC players and their dogs May 22, 9:34 PM

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.

Fishing report for May 24 May 23, 8:03 PM
Fishing Tournament Trail May 21, 5:57 PM
Annual kids fishing derby helps city kids enjoy outdoors May 19, 7:37 PM
Outdoors digest | Trophy smallmouth? May 18, 12:04 AM

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.