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Ryan McMahon 'looks great' as Yankees open 4-game set vs. Rays
Ryan McMahon spent Friday night getting a lift from Baltimore to New York following a trade from the Colorado Rockies.,The third baseman spent the next two days acclimating to a new set of teammates and making a positive contribution to the New York Yankees.,The Yankees hope to see more from McMahon...
Phillies go for another series win vs. White Sox
Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson credits the depth of his club's offense as his hitters try to "keep up with the Joneses in the lineup.",It's a good aspiration to have, and one that helped the Phillies to consecutive series victories as they open a three-game set against the host Chicago Wh...
After weeks of struggling, Tigers hope D-backs can cure ills
A sense of relief enveloped the Detroit Tigers after their 10-4 victory over visiting Toronto on Sunday afternoon.,That snapped a six-game losing streak and was just their second win in 14 games. Detroit will now open a three-game home series against Arizona, beginning on Monday night.,"It's a sense...
Guardians look to start new streak vs. Rockies
The Cleveland Guardians' four-series winning streak ended Sunday with a loss at the Kansas City Royals, who claimed two of the three games between American League Central Division foes.,No rest is in store, however, as the Guardians host the Colorado Rockies in a three-game set beginning Monday.,Cle...
Inconsistent Storm look to move closer to playoffs against Sun
The Seattle Storm have lost two of three games since the All-Star break and could be up for a challenge at the surprising Connecticut Sun on Monday in Uncasville, Conn.,Seattle (15-11) remains solidly within the playoff field as the regular-season two-thirds mark approaches, despite a brutal offensi...
After facing lowly Rockies, Orioles draw Jays for four
The Baltimore Orioles finally got things going in the right direction against the worst team in baseball.,Now the challenge rises considerably when the Toronto Blue Jays visit for the opener of a four-game series on Monday.,The Orioles have won two in a row after Sunday afternoon's 5-1 victory again...
Agency: 49ers signing veteran CB Eli Apple
Veteran cornerback Eli Apple will have a chance to play for his seventh NFL team after agreeing to a one-year contract with the San Francisco 49ers, his agency said on social media Sunday.,The 49ers had not made an announcement as of Sunday night. Apple, who turns 30 on Aug. 9, was limited by a hams...
Twins All-Star OF Byron Buxton (rib cartilage) day-to-day
Minnesota Twins All-Star center fielder Byron Buxton has cartilage irritation in his rib cage and his status is day-to-day, the team announced Sunday.,Manager Rocco Baldelli said after Buxton's MRI exam on Sunday that the outfielder will not be placed on the injured list.,"It's a good outcome," Bald...
Who Will Headline the Super Bowl Halftime Show in 2026? Latest Odds and Predictions
Super Bowl 2026 is set for Santa Clara California. Who could perform at halftime of Super Bowl LIX? The latest betting odds offer some big names and wild cards like Miley Cyrus and Morgan Wallen....
Katie Ledecky relegated to third in 400 at world championships
Legendary swimmer Katie Ledecky didn't have a strong finishing kick on Sunday and finished third in the women's 400-meter freestyle on the opening day of the swimming world championships in Singapore.,Canadian star Summer McIntosh won the race in 3:56.26 with China's Li Bingjie (3:58.21) passing Led...
Pitching-starved Braves acquire RHP Erick Fedde from Cardinals
The Atlanta Braves obtained right-hander Erick Fedde from the St. Louis Cardinals on Sunday for a player to be named later or cash considerations.,Fedde is 3-10 with a 5.22 ERA in 20 starts for the Cardinals this season.,Atlanta made the move hours after placing right-hander Grant Holmes (right elbo...
'I'm a rookie again': Ichiro Suzuki leads class of five into Hall of Fame
COOPERSTOWN, N.Y. -- On an overcast Sunday in this charming village, thousands of fans from the Far East to the East Coast, from Texas to the Midwest to the Pacific Northwest, gathered to usher five icons of the game into the National Baseball Hall of Fame.,And they heard heartfelt tales from -- and...
Report: Browns QB Kenny Pickett injured during practice
Cleveland Browns quarterback Kenny Pickett reportedly went down with a hamstring injury during Saturday's training camp session, casting uncertainty over his early momentum in a crowded quarterback competition.,Sources told ESPN that Pickett sustained the injury while rolling to his right and throwi...
49ers DE Tarron Jackson hospitalized after camp collision
San Francisco 49ers defensive end Tarron Jackson was taken to a local hospital for evaluation after a collision during a training camp practice Sunday.,Per reporters at the practice, Jackson was blocked by an offensive tackle, went to the ground and did not move for a few moments before he was able ...
Blake Perkins’ walk-off single lifts Brewers past Marlins
Blake Perkins hit a walk-off RBI single in the ninth inning and the Milwaukee Brewers avoided a three-game series sweep with a 3-2 win over the visiting Miami Marlins on Sunday.,Eric Haase singled with one out in the ninth and Brice Turang followed with a double before Cade Gibson (2-5) intentionall...
CJ Abrams helps Nationals cruise past Twins
CJ Abrams went 2-for-3 with a homer, and the Washington Nationals pulled away for a 7-2 win over the Minnesota Twins on Sunday afternoon in Minneapolis., ,Alex Call drove in two runs for Washington, which completed back-to-back wins to secure a series victory. Daylen Lile tripled and drove in a run....
New acquisition Ryan McMahon helps Yankees avoid sweep vs. Phillies
Ryan McMahon sparked a four-run second inning off Zack Wheeler by hitting a two-run double and the New York Yankees ended a four-game home losing streak with a 4-3 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Sunday.,Acquired from the Colorado Rockies Friday in an attempt to improve New York's anemic o...
Tigers activate OF Kerry Carpenter (hamstring) from IL
The Detroit Tigers activated outfielder Kerry Carpenter from the 10-day injured list prior to Sunday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays.,Carpenter has been sidelined with a right hamstring injury. He last played on June 29.,Carpenter was batting third and playing right field on Sunday.,Carpenter e...
Fever and Sky meet without Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese
The latest clash between the Indiana Fever and Chicago Sky will not include Caitlin Clark or Angel Reese.,Clark will miss the game due to her right groin injury while Reese's back injury led the team to rule her out shortly before her Sky squad hosts the Fever on Sunday afternoon.,Reese missed Chica...
Royals place All-Star P Kris Bubic (rotator cuff) on IL
The Kansas City Royals placed All-Star left-hander Kris Bubic on the 15-day injured list Sunday due a left rotator cuff strain.,The Royals also sent rookie outfielder Jac Caglianone to the 10-day IL with a strained left hamstring.,Bubic, 27, complained of shoulder stiffness following Saturday's 6-4 ...