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Myles Garrett says he won't influence Aaron Donald's decision
Myles Garrett said he won't attempt to convince Aaron Donald to come out of retirement to be his "partner in crime" with the Los Angeles Rams.,That will be Donald's decision to make, Garrett told reporters at training camp on Wednesday.,"I'd love to learn from him," Garrett said. "I've watched his t...
Dodgers turn to improved Roki Sasaki in finale vs. Mariners
Los Angeles Dodgers starter Roki Sasaki has been much improved since the All-Star break and the right-hander has another chance to show it when he faces the visiting Seattle Mariners in the finale of a three-game series Thursday., ,In a pair of starts at New York on the most recent road trip -- one ...
Streaking Padres making right moves while Giants expect roster changes
With two-thirds of the season in the history books, the San Diego Padres are playing like a team that finally understands the assignment.,"All these games are important," said Padres second baseman Jake Cronenworth. "We need to put ourselves in a position to go to the playoffs.",A five-game winning ...
Boston's Sonny Gray intent on bounce-back effort in clash vs. A's
When the Boston Red Sox were struggling and sitting 11 games below .500 on July 1, Sonny Gray appeared to be a for-sure departure ahead of Monday's trade deadline.,But Boston has soared back into contention with 19 victories in 22 games. The right-handed Gray has been a season-long standout entering...
Nationals getting healthier in time for Braves series
Jake Irvin will come off the 60-day injured list to make his first start in more than two months when the Washington Nationals open their four-game series against the host Atlanta Braves on Thursday.,The Nationals lost to Toronto 5-2 on Wednesday in the rubber game of their three-game set and finish...
Boosted by epic rally, surging Marlins take aim at Mets
The Miami Marlins will look to improve their position in the playoff picture on Thursday when they visit the New York Mets in the opener of a four-game series.,Eury Perez (5-8, 3.56 ERA) is slated to start for Miami against fellow right-hander Nolan McLean (7-7, 3.32) of New York.,The Marlins climbe...
Pirates need to feel right going into 4-game series at Reds
For all of their recent struggles, the Pittsburgh Pirates can take some solace that the next starter they face is right-handed.,The Pirates open a four-game series against the host Cincinnati Reds and face starting pitcher Rhett Lowder -- a righty -- on Thursday after losing two straight and five of...
After late rally, Cardinals pursue series split vs. Cubs
Designated hitter Ivan Herrera is hoping a big night at the plate is all that was needed to ignite the slumping St. Louis Cardinals.,St. Louis had lost nine of its previous 11 games before Herrera delivered a walk-off, two-run double in the 10th inning to help the Cardinals to a 3-2 win over the vis...
Royals ride momentum of shutout into finale vs. Twins
The Kansas City Royals have an opportunity to win their second series in Minneapolis this season when they face the Minnesota Twins on Thursday afternoon.,Despite a forgettable 2026, Kansas City has won six of nine against the Twins this year after a 4-0 victory on Wednesday. The Royals took three o...
As series with Yankees concludes, White Sox enjoying 'most fun baseball'
The Chicago White Sox occupy first place in the American League Central as the end of July approaches, a welcome perch after the club endured three straight 100-loss seasons.,"How we've played up to this point, we've kind of earned to be where we are at," right-hander Sean Burke said. "This is the m...
Rays' Shane McClanahan strives to shut down Rangers
Pitching has been the name of the game for the Tampa Bay Rays, especially of late.,They will need to maintain the elite work on the mound if they want to stay atop the American League East standings as August approaches. ,The Rays will try to claim another series victory on Thursday afternoon when t...
Athletics' Nick Kurtz headed for MRI on left forearm
Athletics All-Star first baseman Nick Kurtz, hit by a pitch on the left forearm on Wednesday, will undergo an MRI exam on Thursday morning.,Kurtz exited the Athletics' game against the Boston Red Sox after the first inning, shortly being plunked. Boston left-hander Patrick Sandoval nailed Kurtz with...
Chargers great, college Hall of Famer Billy Ray Smith Jr. dies at 64
Former San Diego Chargers linebacker and College Football Hall of Famer Billy Ray Smith Jr. died on Wednesday at age 64, his family announced.,"It is with profound sadness that we share the loss of our beloved Billy Ray Smith Jr., who passed away peacefully surrounded by family," the family statemen...
Utility man Taysom Hill departs Saints
Taysom Hill, who starred for the New Orleans Saints for the better part of nine seasons as a unique jack-of-all-trades, has announced his departure from the team via social media.,The 35-year-old gained fame for playing multiple positions -- and doing it well -- in an era that hadn't typically seen ...
Aces, Liberty set for star-powered Commissioner's Cup rematch
The Las Vegas Aces and visiting New York Liberty are set to square off in yet another anticipated meeting on Thursday, with both teams coming off impressive victories on Tuesday in their return from the All-Star break.,The Liberty (16-12) posted a season-high scoring total in a narrow 113-109 road w...
Rangers acquire C Logan O'Hoppe, RHP Chase Silseth from Angels
The Texas Rangers dealt for catcher Logan O'Hoppe and relief pitcher Chase Silseth on Wednesday, sending the Los Angeles Angels minor league prospect Angel Arredondo in return.,O'Hoppe, 26, has appeared in 386 games over the past five years with the Angels. He owns a .227 career batting average, tho...
Athletics' Nick Kurtz exits after being hit by pitch vs. Red Sox
Athletics All-Star first baseman Nick Kurtz exited Wednesday's game against the Boston Red Sox after the first inning due to being hit by a pitch on the left forearm.,Boston left-hander Patrick Sandoval nailed Kurtz with an inside full-count pitch and Kurtz was writhing in obvious pain. He eventuall...
FIFA investigating Argentina players for ruckus after World Cup final
Argentina's contentious exit from the World Cup could end up having long-term consequences, as FIFA on Monday announced assault charges against two Albiceleste players and an assistant coach.,Midfielder Leandro Paredes faces three assault charges, defender Nahuel Molina faces charge of assault and u...
Rookie QB Kaidon Salter makes 1st start for BC Lions vs. Blue Bombers
Two teams licking their wounds will get together Thursday night in Winnipeg when the Blue Bombers host the reeling BC Lions.,Winnipeg enters with a 4-3 record after taking an unexpected 52-30 home spanking last Friday against Calgary. BC is 1-5 and at the bottom of the West division following a 26-1...
Lionel Messi returns to Inter Miami 10 days after World Cup final loss
Soccer superstar Lionel Messi returned to practice for Inter Miami on Wednesday, 10 days after Argentina's World Cup run ended with a 1-0 extra-time loss to Spain in the final earlier this month.,The two-time defending MLS MVP missed Miami's first two matches after the World Cup break against Chicag...