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Memorial service planned for “Kivi”

A memorial service is planned for later this week for Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender Matiss Kivlenieks, who was killed in a fireworks accident in Michigan July 4.

Reds 3, Brewers 1

The Reds took three of four in the series to pull within four games of the NL Central-leading Brewers.

Reds 4, Brewers 3

Eugenio Suárez hit a leadoff home run in the ninth inning against All-Star closer Josh Hader and the Reds beat the Milwaukee Brewers 4-3.

Indians 14, Royals 6

César Hernández and Óscar Mercado each hit a three-run homer, and the Indians beat the struggling Kansas City Royals.

Indians 2, Royals 1

Bobby Bradley homered leading off the ninth inning as the Indians overcame some brutal baserunning that led to manager Terry Francona’s ejection for a 2-1 win over the Kansas City Royals.