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UM researcher Julio Camperio is leading a two-year pilot project to test if black soldier fly larvae can turn sargassum into safe insect meal and fertilizer.

The study will develop recipes to neutralize toxins and set up mobile labs for areas affected by seaweed on local beaches.

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Today the Rays and Guardians will face off at Tropicana Field at 8 p.m. in Game 1 of the AL Championship Series, with a small ball versus guards ball style as both low-payroll teams aim for a spot in the World Series.

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Shane McClanahan is shut down for the postseason after feeling left forearm tightness, leaving the Rays without a key pitcher.

The ALCS starts today at Tropicana Field with Drew Rasmussen set to pitch in Game 1.

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After rallying from an 0-2 deficit in the ALDS, the Guardians set to face the top–seeded Rays in the ALCS starting tonight at 8 p.m. on TBS/truTV/UniMas/HBO Max, featuring several players with Cleveland ties.

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Junior Caminero, traded to the Rays in Nov. 2021 from Cleveland, has become a top power hitter and MVP candidate by impressing with his bat; his rise highlights the Rays’ international scouting — a success energizing local fans.

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Guardians + Rays open the ALCS tonight at 8 p.m. at Tropicana Field.

Both teams are finalizing their pitching rotations after a taxing postseason schedule as fans look forward to a high-stakes game.

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