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SportsJuly 25, 2016

The Burger King Capahas will play their final home game at 7 p.m. today, a game that also marks the last at Capaha Field for 50-year manager Jess Bolen.

Southeast Missourian
Capahas manager Jess Bolen chats during a game against the St. Louis Bulls on June 24  at Capaha Field.
Capahas manager Jess Bolen chats during a game against the St. Louis Bulls on June 24 at Capaha Field.Fred Lynch

The Burger King Capahas will play their final home game at 7 p.m. Tuesday, a game that also marks the last at Capaha Field for 50-year manager Jess Bolen.

Bolen, who's led the Capahas to over 1,500 wins, is set to retire following the season.

Manager Jess Bolen instructs his team during batting practice prior to the start of the season at Capaha Field. Bolen will take part in his final home game as the team's manager at 7 p.m. today.
Manager Jess Bolen instructs his team during batting practice prior to the start of the season at Capaha Field. Bolen will take part in his final home game as the team's manager at 7 p.m. today.Southeast Missourian file
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The Capahas will take on the St. Louis Bulls, and the game will be carried live on SEMO ESPN 1220 AM.

It will also be the last game played at Capaha Field before the field is renovated with new turf.

The Capahas are 15-3 on the season following Saturday's 12-6 win over the St. Louis Printers. They'll take part in the NBC World Series, which begins Friday in Wichita, Kansas.

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