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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.

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National Headlines

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