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Sports
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Kansas City Royals' Zack Greinke wins AL Cy Young Award
New York, NY
(2009-11-17)
Zack Greinke won the American League Cy Young Award on Tuesday, November 17, 2009, beating out Felix Hernandez after a spectacular season short on wins but long on domination. Greinke received 25 first-place votes and three seconds for 134 points in balloting by the Baseball Writers' Association of America.
Zack Greinke Overcomes Social Anxiety Disorder to Win Cy Young Award
Kansas City, MO
(2009-11-17)
Update: Zack Greinke of the Kansas City Royals has won the American League Cy Young Award, the highest individual honor for a pitcher. Greinke was the Royals number-1 pick out of high school, but three years ago a social disorder almost ended his career. This year, Greinke had the type of season that had long been predicted.
Chiefs Let Running Back Larry Johnson Go
KCUR
(2009-11-10)
Faced with the possibility of reinstatement from suspension, the Kansas City Chiefs chose to release Larry Johnson. The embattled Chiefs running back has been with the team since he was picked in the first round of the 2003 draft.
Kansas City Wizards Eliminated from Playoffs
Kansas City, MO
(2009-10-19)
While the Kansas City Wizards owners mull Friday's incentive offer by the state of Kansas for a new soccer stadium in Wyandotte County, their season is ending with a thud. With one match left, the Wizards now know that the Major League Soccer playoffs will begin without them. KCUR's Greg Echlin has more.
Chiefs Slip to Worst Record in NFL History
Kansas City, MO
(2009-10-12)
On a day the Kansas City Chiefs celebrated the roots of their franchise history by wearing vintage uniforms, they placed themselves in dubious company after another loss.
Penske Makes Racing Name at Speedway
Kansas City, MO
(2009-10-02)
The name Penske has been very much in the automotive news this week. Most notably in association with the Saturn brand. At Kansas Speedway, the Penske name is also very visible. KCUR's Greg Echlin explains.
Tour of Missouri Wraps Up in KC
Kansas City, MO
(2009-09-14)
Hundreds of riders from around the world battled in the streets of Kansas City yesterday in the final stage of the Tour of Missouri. KCUR's Greg Echlin has more.
The Tour of Missouri and the Sport of Professional Bicycling
Kansas City , Mo.
(2009-09-08)
As the Tour of Missouri rolled through the Show-me-State towards Kansas City, area residents might want to learn about one of the world's toughest team sports...one that has an individual winner.
The Art of Being a Sports Fan
Kansas City , Mo.
(2009-09-08)
Former NFL defensive end Pellom McDaniels joins the program to help shed light on the whys and wherefores of being a sports fan.
Our Boys: A Perfect Season on the Plains with the Smith Center Redmen
Kansas City , Mo.
(2009-08-25)
Kansas City native and New York Times sports writer Joe Drape discusses his new book Our Boys: A Perfect Season on the Plains with the Smith Center Redmen in which he captures the essence of a football team whose desire for perfection sustains its hometown in the heartland while embracing coach Roger Barta's philosophy to "respect each other, then learn to love each other and together we are champions."
Tom Watson Plays to Warm Reception in US
Carmel, IND
(2009-07-31)
Two weeks ago, Tom Watson was an eight-foot putt away from making history. In the final round of the British Open, the 59-year old Stilwell, Kansas resident needed a par putt on the final hole to become the oldest pro golfer ever to win a major championship. Though Watson missed the putt, his performance catapulted him back into golf's limelight. This week, Watson is competing in the U-S Senior Open.
Former Royals Players and Coach Honored at Cooperstown
Kansas City, MO
(2009-07-27)
It was baseball's Hall of Fame weekend in Cooperstown, New York, and three were inducted for their playing careers. Among the three, one of them wore a Kansas City Royals uniform, though it was in a different role.
Royals Hall of Fame Opens to the Public
Kansas City, MO
(2009-07-17)
When the second half of the baseball season begins for the Kansas City Royals, there will be a new look. And it isn't about the team's roster changes.
Greinke Helps American League Defeat National League
St. Louis, MO
(2009-07-15)
Kansas City Royals pitcher Zack Greinke did his work handily last night in baseball's 80th All-Star game. If Greinke felt slighted by not getting the start, he didn't show it.
Greinke Not Selected as American League Starter
St. Louis, MO
(2009-07-14)
In a baseball season that has taken a downturn in Kansas City since April, there was a ray of hope for a Kansas City Royals starter in this year's All-Star game. But Royals ace Zack Greinke did NOT get the nod to start for the American League. KCUR's Greg Echlin has more from St. Louis.
Kansas City Chiefs Training Camp Expected Back in Missouri
Kansas City, MO
(2009-06-18)
After this week, there shouldn't be anything stopping the Chiefs from moving their training camp from Wisconsin back to Missouri. The state is expected to release tax credit money that will help pay for construction of a practice facility at Missouri Western in St. Joseph. KCUR's Greg Echlin has the story.
Three Big 12 Teams to NCAA Baseball Tournament
Kansas City, MO
(2009-05-26)
The three area Big 12 teams are bound for the NCAA baseball tournament. That became
official yesterday (Monday, May 25). Plus, the University of Missouri's softball team advanced to Women's College World Series for the first time since 1994.
Division 2 Baseball Teams Aim for World Series
Kansas City, MO
(2009-05-14)
In college sports, Division 2 schools, like Emporia State and Central Missouri, will begin play in the NCAA baseball tournament Thursday. They're hoping to reach the Division II World Series, which this year will be held outside Raleigh, North Carolina.
Kansas City Royals Pitcher Biggest Story in Baseball
Kansas City, MO
(2009-04-30)
The pitching of Kansas City Royals starter Zack Greinke has become the biggest story in baseball this month.
MU and KU Advance to Sweet 16 in NCAA
Kansas City, MO
(2009-03-23)
For the first time since 2002, both Missouri and Kansas are in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA men's basketball tournament. Both teams play on Friday.
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