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Morning OT & Sports

Matt Gagnon and Jason discuss the quality of recent calls to their show, praising Danny Martignetti’s production skills. Matt shares a personal story about his son’s high school baseball team, the Yarmouth Clippers, and their rivalry with Greeley. Last year, his son hit a crucial triple, leading to a 2-1 win. This year, Greeley’s Kyle Sewell, who lost to Matt’s son last year, hit a walk-off double in the final inning to win the South championship. Matt reflects on the emotional investment in sports, highlighting the highs and lows of high school sports in Maine.

Local Headlines

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National Headlines

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