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RHP Frankie Montas back from IL, set to make Mets debut
The New York Mets reinstated right-hander Frankie Montas from the 15-day injured list on Tuesday and moved outfielder Jesse Winker to the 60-day injured list in the process.,In another corresponding move, right-hander Chris Devenski was optioned to Triple-A Syracuse.,Montas was scheduled to make his...
Thunder parade championship trophy through OKC
A shirtless Shai Gilgeous-Alexander toted the NBA Finals MVP trophy behind a parade float Tuesday, raising his left hand to the beat of chants of "MVP, MVP" from the crowd as Oklahoma City turned out in temperatures approaching triple-digits to celebrate the Thunder's first championship. ,Alexander,...
Aaron Rodgers on 2025 season: 'Pretty sure this is it'
It looks like Aaron Rodgers will be one and done in Pittsburgh.,Earlier this month, the four-time NFL Most Valuable Player signed a one-year contract to quarterback the Steelers in 2025. And he expects this season to be the last of his career, he said Tuesday in his appearance on "The Pat McAfee Sho...
Michigan-Duke set for Feb. 21 in Washington, D.C.
Michigan and Duke will meet on the basketball court for the Duel in The District on Feb. 21 at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C., the schools announced Tuesday.,It will be the first meeting of the Wolverines and Blue Devils since the 2013 ACC/Big Ten Challenge in Durham, N.C., when Duke prevaile...
Arizona to provide $500M for upgrades to Chase Field
The Arizona Diamondbacks are closer to receiving as much as $500 million for renovations to their downtown Phoenix ballpark, now that state legislators have approved a financing bill.,The bill awaits a signature from Gov. Katie Hobbs, which is considered to be a mere formality since she was in full ...
5-star QB Ryder Lyons commits to BYU over Oregon
Five-star quarterback Ryder Lyons committed to BYU on Tuesday, choosing the Cougars over his other finalist, Oregon.,The 247Sports composite ranks him as the No. 5 quarterback in the 2026 class and No. 19 overall in the nation.,For Oregon, landing a 5-star prospect isn't unusual, but it is for the C...
Canada coach Jesse Marsch cleared after investigation
CONCACAF has cleared Canada coach Jesse Marsch of any wrongdoing following an investigation into an alleged use of abusive language toward Gold Cup officials.,The governing body released the ruling of its disciplinary committee late Monday, including an undisclosed fine for Canada Soccer "for breach...
Andy Murray to be honored with statue at Wimbledon
A statue to honor British tennis great Andy Murray is in the works with installation at the All England Club in London planned for 2027.,The club is the home of Wimbledon, which Murray won twice. When he won his first title in 2013, he became the first British man to be victorious there since Fred P...
Why the Oklahoma City Thunder Can Repeat as NBA Champions Next Season
The Oklahoma City Thunder are poised to defend their NBA title in 2025 thanks to youth, depth, flexibility, and leadership from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander....
MLB Home Run Props for Tuesday, June 24: Best Bets Include George Springer and More
Top MLB home run prop picks for June 24, featuring George Springer, Adolis Garcia, and Luis Arraez. See why these sluggers are worth a bet today....
2025 NBA Mock Draft: Final Lottery Predictions Ahead of Draft Night
Final 2025 NBA Mock Draft: Full lottery projections for all 14 picks, including Cooper Flagg to Dallas and Dylan Harper to San Antonio. See every team’s fit....
Blue Jackets' Nationwide Arena seeking $400M overhaul
The owner of Nationwide Arena, home to the NHL's Columbus Blue Jackets, is seeking $400 million in upgrades.,In addition to repairs and renovations to the roof and HVAC system, the improvements sought by the Franklin County Convention Facilities Authority include a new entrance, team store, concessi...
Sceptres sign F Clair DeGeorge to one-year contract
The Toronto Sceptres have agreed to terms with forward Clair DeGeorge for the 2025-26 season, the PWHL team announced Monday.,The 26-year-old free agent from Alaska played for the Montreal Victoire in 2024-25 and recorded two assists in 26 regular-season games.,With Minnesota in the inaugural PWHL s...
NBA Eastern Conference Wide Open After Major Injuries
With Tyrese Haliburton, Jayson Tatum and Damian Lillard sidelined by Achilles injuries, the NBA’s Eastern Conference is up for grabs. The Cavaliers, Knicks and Magic have clear paths to the Finals in 2026....
Nationals' James Wood aims to make Padres regret trade
After trading with the Washington Nationals for Juan Soto in 2022, the San Diego Padres reached the National League Championship Series for the first time since their World Series appearance in 1998.,But they Padres paid a hefty price for Soto's considerable services, which lasted only 214 games. On...
Can D-backs maintain momentum despite loss of Corbin Carroll?
With wins in four of their past five games, the Arizona Diamondbacks have rediscovered their stride entering Tuesday's visit to the Chicago White Sox.,But the news that came out after the 10-0 rout in the series opener is going to make maintaining that stride much more difficult.,Speaking with repor...
Report: Celtics deal Jrue Holiday to Blazers for Anfernee Simons, picks
The Portland Trail Blazers are reacquiring two-time All-Star guard Jrue Holiday from the Celtics, sending guard Anfernee Simons and two future second-round draft picks to Boston in return, ESPN reported on Monday night. ,Holiday, 35, who will earn $32.4 million next season, is owed a total of approx...
Ex-Padres prospect James Wood haunts former team in Nats' win
James Wood homered and drove in four runs Monday night as the visiting Washington Nationals topped the San Diego Padres 10-6.,Wood clinched Washington's first win over San Diego since June 2023 with a towering three-run homer off the right field foul pole in the top of the eighth to make it 9-3. It ...
Arizona's Corbin Carroll has chip fracture in wrist, will go on IL
After losing both corners of his infield to injury during Monday's 10-0 road win over the Chicago White Sox, Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo told reporters after the game that star outfielder Corbin Carroll has a chip fracture in his left wrist.,Carroll, who is heading to the injured list...
Former San Jose State star Chandler Jones dies at 33
Former San Jose State standout wide receiver Chandler Jones, who holds school records for catches and receiving touchdowns, died over the weekend at 33, the school announced Monday.,According to MyNewsLA, Jones died in a traffic accident in Los Angeles involving a Toyota Rav4. Per the California Hig...