93-year-old RI man who fought in Spanish Civil War to receive honorary Spanish citizenshipPROVIDENCE, R.I. — In 1937, John Hovan volunteered to travel to Spain and fight on the side of democracy against Gen. Francisco Franco’s fascist forces in the Spanish Civil War. Some Little Leagues feeling recession’s pinch with drop in donations and sponsorshipsLittle League baseball has always been as much about fundraisers and concession stands as balls and strikes. This year, teams expect a scramble to get a sponsor’s name on the back of their jerseys. Nathan Astle close to signing with American Twenty20 leagueWELLINGTON, New Zealand — New Zealander Nathan Astle is negotiating a contract to play in an unsanctioned Twenty20 cricket competition in the United States. Suzuki has 3 RBIs, Eveland picks up first win of season as Athletics beat Rays 7-1OAKLAND, Calif. — Kurt Suzuki drove in three runs, Dana Eveland pitched into the sixth inning and the Oakland Athletics beat the Tampa Bay Rays 7-1 on Sunday. |