Listowel's Corey Conners.  (Photo: Chuck Russell courtesy of Golf Canada)Listowel's Corey Conners. (Photo: Chuck Russell courtesy of Golf Canada)
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Conners Finishes National Capital Open in 34th

Listowel's Corey Conners finished the National Capital Open with a 6-under 278.

He shot a 3-over 74 in his final round, carding five bogeys and two birdies. He finished tied for 34th.

American Brock MacKenzie won the playoff to claim first place in the tournament. It took seven holes to decide the winner with Adam Cornelson being eliminated on the third playoff hole and Samuel Del Val falling in the seventh playoff hole.

MacKenzie finished the tournament at 15-under 269.

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Scoreboard, Aug 5

The Toronto Blue Jays lost 7-2 to the Houston Astros on Tuesday while the Detroit Tigers won their fourth straight, 8-0 over Seattle.