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World Cup primer: Players, places, plotlines and politics
After an unusual and at times underwhelming buildup, the 2026 World Cup is suddenly, finally the spectacle on everyone's mind.,From questions surrounding Neymar's health and fitness for Brazil, to political drama between co-hosts United States and Iran, to European complaints about the intensity of ...
NYCFC announce departure of D Strahinja Tanasijevic
New York City FC defender Strahinja Tanasijevic has departed the club, the team announced on Wednesday.,Tanasijevic, 28, joined NYCFC in February 2024 and made 43 appearances across all competitions.,"We would like to thank Tana for the commitment and professionalism shown throughout his time with t...
Reports: Myles Garrett's revised deal includes $37M guaranteed in '26
Defensive end Myles Garrett's revised deal with the Los Angeles Rams includes a $5.5 million raise for this season, according to numbers reported by multiple outlets Wednesday.,The two-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year was acquired by the Rams in a June 1 trade that sent Pro Bowl pass rusher Jar...
'Stubborn' Angels seek rare series win vs. Astros
The Los Angeles Angels will attempt to win a series against the Houston Astros for the first time in nearly 25 months when the teams complete a three-game set on Wednesday night at Anaheim, Calif.,The Astros regularly have beaten the Angels since, winning six series and tying two others, including a...
Rockies' Cole Carrigg eager to make impression vs. Cubs
Coors Field usually is packed with Chicago Cubs fans when the team comes to Denver, but Tuesday night there wasn't much for them to cheer about against the Colorado Rockies.,Colorado jumped ahead early and cruised to a 7-3 win to snap a four-game skid. ,The Rockies will go for their second straight ...
Brewers roll dice with inconsistent starter Brandon Sproat vs. A's
LAS VEGAS -- Milwaukee Brewers rookie Brandon Sproat will have the challenge of keeping the ball in the park against the long-ball launching Athletics on Wednesday at the hitter-friendly home of the A's Triple-A affiliate.,Sproat (1-4, 6.17 ERA), who has given up 11 homers in 54 innings this season,...
Max Scherzer to return as Jays go for series win vs. Phillies
The Toronto Blue Jays are getting healthier.,Max Scherzer will be the second Blue Jays' starting pitcher in a row to return from the injured list when he starts the series finale Wednesday night against the visiting Philadelphia Phillies.,Dylan Cease returned from the IL Tuesday night to strike out ...
Alec Burleson, Cards look to extend streaks vs. Mets
The St. Louis Cardinals enjoyed a stress-free victory over the New York Mets on Tuesday.,The Cardinals hope to combine timely hitting, strong defense and stellar pitching again Wednesday night when they visit the Mets for the second game of their three-game series.,St. Louis, which will attempt to m...
Hot Jac Caglianone, Royals out to halt Rangers' quest for .500
Jac Caglianone has been a key factor in fueling the Kansas City Royals' successful start to June. ,He also continues to fare well against the Texas Rangers. ,After powering the Royals to a series-opening triumph over the visiting Rangers, Caglianone will look to help his team record a fourth straigh...
Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani continues quest for excellence in clash vs. Pirates
As Shohei Ohtani continues his attack on the record books, he will take the mound for the 11th time this season when the Los Angeles Dodgers face the Pirates in Pittsburgh on Wednesday night.,Ohtani (6-2, 0.74 ERA) will oppose fellow right-hander Jared Jones (1-0, 4.82) of the Pirates as he continue...
Diamondbacks' task: Cool off hot Marlins
Shortstop Otto Lopez leads the majors in batting average, rookie catcher Joe Mack is coming off a 4-for-4 game, and Miami has won six of its past seven games.,In other words, this team is hot. And the host Marlins will try to clinch their third straight series on Wednesday night when they take on th...
White Sox rookie Braden Montgomery will try for encore vs. Braves
Twelve Chicago White Sox players have made their major league debuts this season.,On Wednesday night, the club will look to build on the momentum created by its latest new arrival and take a series from the team with the best record in baseball.,Host Chicago rallied for a 6-5, 10-inning victory agai...
After homer-filled night, Tigers turn to Framber Valdez vs. Twins
The first game of the Minnesota-Detroit series turned into Home Run Derby on Tuesday night. ,The American League Central rivals combined for eight long balls -- four by each team -- but the host Tigers made better use of their homers in a 10-4 victory in the opener of a three-game series.,The teams ...
Mariners overcoming obstacles heading into rematch vs. Orioles
The Seattle Mariners have made the best out of some unfortunate situations this week.,They will take the confidence that goes with that into Wednesday night's game against the host Baltimore Orioles.,Seattle is 11-3 in its last 14 games. The Orioles, in turn, are mired in a four-game losing streak.,...
Fresh off ending skid, Reds chase series win vs. Padres
Rookie Sal Stewart said it felt like the Cincinnati Reds were treading in quicksand Monday night after their fifth straight loss.,He dragged them out of it Tuesday night by cracking his 13th homer, a two-run shot in the top of the 11th inning that gave the Reds a much-needed 5-3 road victory over th...
Nationals strive to continue successful run in San Francisco
The Washington Nationals will seek to continue their recent mastery at Oracle Park in San Francisco when they go for a three-game sweep of the Giants on Wednesday afternoon.,Daylen Lile has provided big hits for the Nationals, who entered the series with two wins in three tries against the Arizona D...
Red Sox likely to recall Jake Bennett in bid to avert sweep vs. Rays
The Boston Red Sox continue to trend in the wrong direction and will look to avoid a three-game sweep on Wednesday when they conclude a five-game road trip with a matchup against the Tampa Bay Rays in St. Petersburg, Fla.,The Rays beat the Red Sox 3-1 on Monday and 4-3 on Tuesday, leaving Boston (27...
Yankees, Guardians bring worn-down bullpens into series finale
Terrific work by the bullpen has allowed the New York Yankees to win the first two games of their road series against the American League Central-leading Cleveland Guardians.,Yankees left-hander Carlos Rodon (1-2, 2.88 ERA) will be counted on to give the team some length in the finale Wednesday afte...
Braves' Ronald Acuna Jr. headed for MRI on hamstring
Star Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. was scheduled for an MRI after exiting Atlanta's Tuesday road game against the Chicago White Sox in the fourth inning due to left hamstring tightness.,Following the Braves' 6-5, 10-inning loss, Atlanta manager Walt Weiss said the ailment "doesn't seem as bad a...
In MLB debut, White Sox's Braden Montgomery hits walk-off HR vs. Braves
Braden Montgomery belted a game-ending, two-run homer in the 10th inning in his major league debut to lift the host Chicago White Sox to a 6-5 victory against the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday.,Montgomery, the White Sox's No. 2 prospect according to MLB Pipeline, connected against Braves closer Raisel I...