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NBA Free Agency Sizzles While LeBron Tells Everyone to Go Grab a Plate
From Rich Paul’s comments to surprise signings, the NBA offseason is delivering fireworks. Here's what every NBA free agency fan needs to know....
Jays aim to sweep Angels, complete perfect homestand
The Toronto Blue Jays will try to complete an undefeated seven-game homestand Sunday afternoon with a sweep of the Los Angeles Angels.,The Blue Jays won the first two games of their series against the Angels by the same 4-3 score, and each time in extra innings -- 10 innings on Friday and 11 on Satu...
Casey Mize's gem leads AL-leading Tigers past Guardians
Spencer Torkelson hit a solo home run and Casey Mize pitched seven dominant innings in a combined four-hitter as the visiting Detroit Tigers edged the Cleveland Guardians 1-0 on Saturday night.,Torkelson went deep in the second inning against Logan Allen (5-7), sending his 20th homer of the year int...
Casey Mize shines as AL-leading Tigers edge Guardians
Spencer Torkelson hit a solo home run and Casey Mize pitched seven dominant innings in a combined four-hitter as the visiting Detroit Tigers edged the Cleveland Guardians 1-0 on Saturday night.,Torkelson went deep in the second inning against Logan Allen (5-7), sending his 20th homer of the year ont...
Report: Dodgers' Blake Snell, Blake Treinen trending toward return
The Los Angeles Dodgers could soon welcome back starting pitcher Blake Snell and reliever Blake Treinen, as they are reportedly moving toward a return after lengthy stints on the injured list.,Snell (shoulder) threw two simulated innings against hitters on Saturday, while Treinen tossed one inning a...
Former Steelers WR Chase Claypool plans NFL comeback
Veteran wide receiver Chase Claypool, who hasn't played in the NFL since 2023, is confident he will be able resume his career after recovering from a toe injury. ,Claypool, 26, signed with the Buffalo Bills last offseason but missed the 2024 campaign due to the injury he suffered last August. He was...
Blue Jays win second straight in extra innings vs. Angels
Addison Barger hit an RBI single with two outs in the 11th inning and the Toronto Blue Jays defeated the visiting Los Angeles Angels 4-3 on Saturday afternoon.,Barger's single to right against Ryan Zeferjahn (5-3) scored automatic runner Myles Straw, who reached third on a bunt single by Nathan Luke...
Houston Texans donate $500K to help flood victims
The Houston Texans announced a $500,000 commitment Saturday to support those affected by the deadly floods in the Texas Hill Country.,As of noon ET on Saturday, rescuers were still searching for more than two dozen children from a girls' camp after a devastating flood killed at least 27 people.,A wa...
Mets signing Italian teenager in franchise first
The New York Mets are signing Italian pitcher Matteo Marelli, the first European amateur signing in team history.,The 19-year-old right-hander was scheduled to have a signing ceremony on Saturday in Rovigo, Italy.,"What I'm most proud about is the Mets are expanding their global footprint," Mets sco...
Streaking Blue Jays hope for more generosity from Angels
The Toronto Blue Jays aim to extend their season-best winning streak to seven games in the middle game of a three-game series against the visiting Los Angeles Angels on Saturday afternoon.,With the help of two key Los Angeles errors, Toronto won the series opener 4-3 in 10 innings on Friday. The tea...
Own goal propels Chelsea past Palmeiras, into CWC semis
A late own goal off Palmeiras defender Agustin Giay lifted Chelsea to a 2-1 victory in Philadelphia on Friday, sending the Premier League side into the Club World Cup semifinals.,A shot by Chelsea's Malo Gusto from the right side deflected off Palmeiras' Richard Rios and Giay. Goalkeeper Weverton wa...
Angels' 10th-inning error gifts win to Blue Jays
A throwing error on Ernie Clement's 10th-inning bunt allowed the winning run to score as the Toronto Blue Jays defeated the visiting Los Angeles Angels 4-3 on Friday for their sixth straight victory.,After Nathan Lukes led off the 10th with a walk, Clement dropped a bunt. Angels reliever Sam Bachman...
Lionel Messi, Inter Miami in talks to extend contract
In summer 2024, Lionel Messi emphasized that Inter Miami would be the last club he played with in his illustrious career. Now, with his contract set to expire at the end of the MLS season, the Herons are looking to extend Messi's run on the pitch.,ESPN reported Friday that Messi and Inter Miami rema...
Nashville SC ready to challenge Union in clash of East powers
Two of the top teams in MLS meet on Saturday night as Nashville SC hosts the Supporters' Shield leading Philadelphia Union.,Nashville (11-4-5, 38 points) enters the night just two points behind the Union (12-4-4, 40 points) and on an 11-match unbeaten streak in MLS play (8-0-4) that goes back to APr...
Report: Five-star OT Felix Ojo commits to Texas Tech on $5M deal
Felix Ojo, a five-star offensive tackle, will stay in his home state of Texas after committing to Texas Tech on Friday.,Ojo's commitment came upon signing a massive $5.1 million revenue-share contract spanning three years, according to ESPN, with programs now allowed to pay players directly.,Ranked ...
Fever rolling, look to continue winning ways vs. visiting Sparks
The Indiana Fever look to extend their winning streak to four games when they host the Los Angeles Sparks on Saturday night in Indianapolis. ,Caitlin Clark (left groin strain) has missed the Fever's last four games and her status for Saturday is unknown. ,The Fever's last loss came against the Spark...
Phillies send down RHP Mick Abel after six-start stretch
The Philadelphia Phillies recalled right-hander Seth Johnson from Triple-A Lehigh Valley and optioned right-hander Mick Abel.,Johnson, 26, has a 2.25 ERA in two relief appearances (four innings) for the Phillies this season, including two scoreless innings Wednesday in Game 1 of a doubleheader again...
LAFC, Austin FC aiming to rebound from losses
Los Angeles FC and host Austin FC will look to get back on the winning track when they clash on Saturday night in a Western Conference match.,The teams met in Los Angeles in March, with Austin earning a 1-0 victory.,Los Angeles (7-5-5, 26 points) will travel to the Texas capital after a 1-0 loss at ...
Jays put new first-place status on line against Angels
The Toronto Blue Jays are in first place in the American League East after sweeping a four-game series from the New York Yankees.,The Blue Jays' next task will be to stay there, starting Friday night with the opener of a three-game series against the visiting Los Angeles Angels.,Toronto took a one-g...
Lynx’s Cheryl Reeve, Liberty’s Sandy Brondello to coach All-Star Game
Cheryl Reeve of the Minnesota Lynx and Sandy Brondello of the New York Liberty were tapped on Thursday as the head coaches for the upcoming WNBA All-Star Game.,As of the end of play Thursday, Minnesota (15-2) and New York (12-5) owned the two best records in the league, garnering their respective co...