‘ Shoeless’ Joe’s bat sells big

“Shoeless” Joe Jackson’s game bat was sold for $ 583,500. Auction company Christie’s says the bat went to an online bidder on the first of a two- day auction of baseball memorabilia.

Former Yankees pitcher Hiroki Kuroda will retire at the end of the Japan Series. Kuroda, 41, went 10- 8 this season, with a 3.09 ERA, to help the Hiroshima Carp to their seventh Central League title.

The Wolves lost 2- 1 against the Milwaukee Admirals at Allstate Arena. Kenny Agostino scored the lone goal for the Wolves.

The NCAA placed Alcorn State on probation through 2018 for violations in 11 sports over a four- year period.