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Behind Francisco Lindor, Mets face Padres, continue playoff pursuit
Some folks think one's best ability is availability.,New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor must be one of those guys. ,When his team continues its four-game series against the host San Diego Padres on Friday night, count on Lindor being in the lineup. After all, he's played in all 128 games this ...
49er re-sign veteran TE Logan Thomas
The San Francisco 49ers re-signed Logan Thomas on Thursday to a one-year contract, nearly two weeks after releasing the veteran tight end.,In a corresponding move, the 49ers waived safety Tayler Hawkins with an injury settlement.,Thomas, 33, had signed a one-year deal with San Francisco in June afte...
Hoping managerial change begins turnaround, Mariners face Giants
When the Mariners last played in Seattle, they were wrapping up a three-game sweep of the New York Mets in which they outscored the visitors 22-1. That left the Mariners tied atop the American League West with the Houston Astros.,A disastrous 1-8 trip against the Detroit Tigers, Pittsburgh Pirates a...
Sinking Mariners fire manager Scott Servais, replace with Dan Wilson
The Seattle Mariners fired manager Scott Servais on Thursday and replaced him with Dan Wilson, the team's starting catcher in the 1990s.,Mariners president of baseball operations Jerry Dipoto said in a news release that Servais and hitting coach Jarret DeHart have been let go, effective immediately....
Francis Ngannou disputes Dana White, says Jon Jones didn't want to fight
Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou said Jon Jones was the one who didn't want to fight while both were part of the UFC, contradicting UFC CEO Dana White's version of events.,"That's the new narrative since he needs to say something either way," Ngannou said Thursday during a news confer...
Home Alone: England's Charley Hull birdies 18 for solo Open lead
Local fan favorite Charley Hull tapped in a birdie on the 18th hole and jumped to the top of the leaderboard at the Women's Open in challenging conditions on Thursday at the St. Andrews Old Course in Scotland.,Bitter cold and blustery winds knocked scoring down at St. Andrews but China's Ruoning Yin...
Report: Sinking Mariners to fire manager Scott Servais
The Seattle Mariners are expected to fire manager Scott Servais on Thursday and replace him with Dan Wilson, the team's starting catcher in the 1990s, The Athletic reported Thursday.,Servais and Seattle fans have seen the Mariners' lead in the American League West, which stood at 10 games on June 18...
Stubbs: Tyler Reddick's meteoric rise could culminate in Cup Series title
It would have been difficult for most to envision just two years ago that Tyler Reddick and 23XI Racing would be atop the standings in late August and among the favorites to win the 2024 Cup Series Championship.,Before July of 2022, Reddick was still winless in the Cup Series in his third full-time ...
Reports: RHP Hector Neris to reunite with Astros
Veteran reliever Hector Neris will sign a contract to rejoin the Houston Astros, multiple outlets reported Thursday.,Neris previously pitched with the Astros in 2022 and 2023 before signing a one-year, $9 million contract with the Chicago Cubs in the offseason. The deal included a $9 million team op...
Heisman Trophy Odds: Dillon Gabriel, Jaxson Dart Best Bets
These are the top betting odds for the 2024 Heisman Trophy award, including a dark horse prediction and best college football future betting picks....
MLB September Call-Ups: Top Ten Prospects To Know
August is winding down, which means we're inching closer to MLB expanded rosters and September call ups. These are the top 10 prospects to keep an eye on that could make their MLB debuts....
Thursday August 22 MLB Best Sports Betting Picks & Predictions
Thursday's betting slate is not too glamorous, so let's jump into the best MLB picks and predictions for 8/22/2024....
Cards look to ride momentum from walk-off slam vs. Brewers
The reeling St. Louis Cardinals have been searching for a turning point during a downturn that saw them lose seven of eight to fall three games under .500.,Perhaps Nolan Arenado's 10th-inning walk-off grand slam for a 10-6 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Wednesday could provide it. ,"That was ...
Racing Louisville acquires Janine Beckie from Portland Thorns
Racing Louisville acquired forward Janine Beckie, an Olympic gold medalist and former NWSL champion, in a trade with the Portland Thorns, the clubs announced Wednesday.,Portland received rookie first-round forward Reilyn Turner in return.,"Janine has a winning mentality and is someone we've paid clo...
Yankees place RHP Luis Gil (back strain) on 15-day IL
The New York Yankees placed right-handed starter Luis Gil on the 15-day injured list Wednesday with a lower back strain.,Gil left Tuesday's 9-5 loss to the Cleveland Guardians after allowing three runs on three hits and six walks in three-plus innings of work.,He gave up a home run to Brayan Rocchio...
Fantasy Football Mock Draft: PPR, 10-Team Advice
This fantasy football mock draft should help you ace the first round of your draft this year in 10-team, PPR leagues....
Astros activate Justin Verlander to make Wednesday start
The Astros reinstated right-hander Justin Verlander from the 15-day injured list, in time for him to start Wednesday afternoon's game against the Boston Red Sox in Houston.,Verlander had been sidelined since June 9 with neck soreness. ,The three-time Cy Young Award winner and former MVP made four mi...
10 MLB Players Who Will Impact Pennant Pushes Around Baseball
As August winds down, MLB pennant pushes are in full swing around the MLB. These 10 players will be critical in helping their teams win the division in 2024....
Wednesday August 21 Best Sports Betting Picks and Predictions for MLB and WNBA
These are our top betting picks and predictions for Wednesday August 21st's slate of games, including MLB and WNBA picks on 8/21/2024....
Yankees RHP Luis Gil exits start due to back tightness
New York Yankees starting pitcher Luis Gil was lifted from Tuesday's game against the visiting Cleveland Guardians in the fourth inning because of low back tightness.,Gil was later examined by David Trofa, the team's orthopedic doctor, the Yankees announced. Gil will be reassessed again Wednesday, b...