Saturday, September 30, 2023

Marlins ready to 'move on' after marathon night

Marlins manager Skip Schumaker made it a point to praise Major League Baseball, saying it "did a really good job of getting the game in. It just didn't happen. Ready to move on."

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Giants fire Kapler after 4 seasons, 1 playoff trip

The Giants have fired manager Gabe Kapler with three games to go in his fourth season with the team. He led San Francisco to one postseason trip in 2021 -- the team's only 100-win season since 2003.

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Eyes on the ball: Errors to hit another record low

There have been just 2,459 errors entering the final weekend of the regular season, on track to finish as the fewest in a non-shortened year since 1960. The per-game average of 0.52 will set a record low for the third straight season.

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Friday, September 29, 2023

How the Orioles went from raw talent to really good

In just a few seasons, the Orioles have gone from terrible to talented to really, really good.

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Playing postseason fantasy baseball? Here's how to draft, have fun and come out on top

Most fantasy baseball leagues are over at the end of the MLB regular season, but Todd Zola explains how you can keep the party going during the postseason with one of the most fun games around.

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Neris on J-Rod clash: 'Friendly banter,' not ill will

Hector Neris said his actions toward s Julio Rodriguez on Wednesday was "part of the friendly ongoing banter that we have had over the years."

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Red Sox's Martin to IL with infection, ending year

The Boston Red Sox put right-handed reliever Chris Martin on the 15-day injured list with a viral infection Thursday, ending his season.

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Thursday, September 28, 2023

Backlund gets 2-yr. extension, Flames' captaincy

Calgary signed Mikael Backlund to a two-year contract extension worth $9 million and also named him the 21st captain in franchise history.

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Manfred hopes owners vote on A's move in Nov.

Commissioner Rob Manfred hopes owners will hold a vote on the Oakland Athletics' proposed move to Las Vegas when they meet from Nov. 14-16 at Arlington, Texas.

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Tom Brady to Tampa Bay? MJ to MiLB? Damian Lillard latest star to leave longtime team

Damian Lillard is not the only star to leave the place where he rose to fame.

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023

Jays, looking to secure playoff berth, activate Belt

The Toronto Blue Jays, whose recent hot streak has them holding the second American League wild-card position entering Tuesday's games, activated first baseman/designated hitter Brandon Belt from the 10-day injured list among several roster moves.

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Robert's career-best year ends with stint on IL

Luis Robert Jr. is expected to recover from his MCL sprain in two to four weeks, according to the White Sox.

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Athletics activate Bleday, out since August, off IL

As the final week of the season winds down, the Oakland Athletics activated outfielder JJ Bleday, 25, from the 10-day injured list on Tuesday and optioned shortstop Kevin Smith to Triple-A Las Vegas.

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Twins' Stewart comes off 60-day IL; Floro DFA'd

Twins reliever Brock Stewart, who has not played since June 25 because of an elbow injury, was reinstated from the 60-day IL, while Dylan Floro was designated for assignment.

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023

NHL Future Power Rankings: Predicting best, worst teams for the next three seasons

Will the Devils' climb continue? Which bubble teams are set for a breakthrough in the next three years? Here are the 1-32 rankings for NHL teams.

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Vintage Verlander helps Astros pad wild-card lead

Justin Verlander struck out eight, walked one and threw 96 pitches to help Houston gain a 1½ game lead over Seattle for the final wild card in the American League.

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Angels' Trout details a 'frustrating' year cut short

Mike Trout was visibly emotional while talking about his recent string of injuries Monday, one day after Los Angeles Angels manager Phil Nevin declared that the star would not return from his hand injury in time to play any more games this season.

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2023-24 Fantasy hockey draft kit: Strategy, advice, more

Everything you need to know, all in one place, before you head into your fantasy hockey drafts.

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Monday, September 25, 2023

Padres push back amid reports of dysfunction

Padres players disputed recent reports of dysfunction throughout their organization.

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Rangers finish sweep of M's, lead AL West by 2.5

Corey Seager had a go-ahead, two-run shot as the Rangers beat the Mariners to finish a three-game sweep in a crucial AL West series.

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Sunday, September 24, 2023

Morton put on IL, adding to Atlanta's ailing arms

The Braves have put righty Charlie Morton on the 15-day IL with right index finger inflammation. He's the second Atlanta starting pitcher to go on the IL in the past three days, joining left-hander Max Fried.

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Margarita Mota, wife of Dodgers great, dies at 81

Margarita Mota, the wife of Los Angeles Dodgers great Manny Mota and matriarch of a baseball family, died Saturday. She was 81.

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Follow live: John Means working on no-hitter vs. Guardians

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Marlins' Alcantara done for season after setback

NL Cy Young Award winner Sandy Alcantara is out for the rest of the season. The Miami Marlins ace had a setback during a rehab assignment on Thursday and the team is shutting him down.

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Saturday, September 23, 2023

Shelton laughs off Ross' 'not a good team' knock

Pirates manager Derek Shelton said Chicago Cubs' skipper David Ross' comment that Pittsburgh is "not a good team" was "unfortunate."

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New White Sox GM Getz fills out front office staff

The Chicago White Sox named former major leaguer Josh Barfield assistant GM, brought in former pitcher Brian Bannister as senior advisor to pitching and named longtime scout Gene Watson director of player personnel.

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Eyeing playoff return, Twins put 3B Lewis on IL

Rookie standout Royce Lewis was put on the 10-day IL by the Twins on Friday with the hope he can return from a strained hamstring in time for the playoffs.

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Friday, September 22, 2023

Sources: Rays calling up top prospect Caminero

The Rays are calling up top infield prospect Junior Caminero as they gear up for the stretch run and their pursuit of the AL East title, sources told ESPN.

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Cop: Shooting should've halted White Sox game

A White Sox game last month where two women were wounded by gunfire should have been stopped or delayed, the city's interim police superintendent said.

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Jays' Guerrero Jr. day-to-day with inflamed knee

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is day-to-day after an MRI showed inflammation but nothing structurally wrong with his right knee, manager John Schneider said.

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Avs' Nichushkin remains mum on playoff absence

Colorado's Valeri Nichushkin, who missed the final five games of a first-round playoff loss to Seattle, averted questions as to reports about why.

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Still with Caps, Kuznetsov ready to be 'on point'

After a second down season in three years, Evgeny Kuznetsov is back with the Capitals. "I know I'm one of those pieces that has to be on point every night," he said.

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

MLB Power Rankings: AL, NL wild-card teams locked in battle

There are less than two weeks left in the regular season -- and while some teams' spots are locked up, others still have a lot to play for.

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Guerrero Jr. (knee) scratched from Jays' lineup

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. was a late scratch from the Blue Jays' lineup Wednesday night against the Yankees because of right knee discomfort.

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Astros retain slim AL West lead with walk-off win

Mauricio Dubon's RBI single in the ninth lifted Houston over Baltimore and kept the Astros atop the AL West by a half-game over Texas and Seattle.

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Rays making postseason plans without Franco

The Tampa Bay Rays are making their postseason plans without shortstop Wander Franco on the roster.

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

Injured Trout accompanies Angels on road trip

Mike Trout has accompanied the Angels on their last road trip of the season and took dry swings before Tuesday night's game in Tampa.

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Cubs put Madrigal on IL with hamstring injury

The Cubs placed third baseman Nick Madrigal on the 10-day injured list with a right hamstring strain.

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Ohtani has elbow procedure; expects to hit in '24

Shohei Ohtani had elbow surgery Tuesday, and his doctor said he expects the two-way star will be available as a hitter on opening day next season and will return to the mound as a pitcher in 2025.

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Royals RHP Singer shut down for rest of season

Royals right-hander Brady Singer will be shut down for the rest of the season because of lingering back pain, manager Matt Quatraro said.

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Twins' Correa (foot) out, to be reassessed Friday

Twins shortstop Carlos Correa was ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Reds and will likely sit until at least Friday because of plantar fasciitis in his left foot.

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Wild re-sign Addison to 1-year, $825,000 contract

With the NHL preseason slate approaching, the Minnesota Wild re-signed defenseman Calen Addison, 23, to a one-year, $825,000 contract on Tuesday after he tallied three goals and 29 points in 62 games during his rookie season.

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

Alcantara throws again; confident in 2023 return

Injured Miami Marlins ace right-hander Sandy Alcantara feels confident of returning this season after throwing his second bullpen session on Monday.

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Twins manager Baldelli, wife welcome twin boys

Minnesota Twins manager Rocco Baldelli and wife Allie have a new pair of twin boys.

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All-Star 3B Jung returns for Rangers' playoff push

The Rangers got All-Star rookie third baseman Josh Jung back for Monday night's game against the Red Sox after missing six weeks with a fractured left thumb.

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Monday, September 18, 2023

Royals captain Perez put on 7-day concussion IL

The Royals placed catcher Salvador Perez on the seven-day concussion list after the 33-year-old was removed from Saturday's game following a foul tip to the mask.

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The Orioles are headed to the playoffs -- and the rise of the O's has just begun

Two years removed from a 110-loss season, Baltimore punched its ticket to October and has much bigger things in its future.

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Babcock resigns as Columbus coach amid inquiry

Mike Babcock resigned as coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets on Sunday, with the team announcing in a statement that the move is effective immediately and adding that "this was a difficult decision on everyone's part, but one we felt necessary."

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Sunday, September 17, 2023

Former Phillies manager Manuel suffers stroke

Former Philadelphia Phillies manager Charlie Manuel, who led the club to the 2008 World Series title, suffered a stroke on Saturday.

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Twins' Baldelli on leave with wife expecting twins

Minnesota manager Rocco Baldelli is going on paternity leave after Saturday's game against the White Sox, with his wife, Allie, expecting twin boys in the coming days.

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Yanks' Misiewicz released from hospital, put on IL

Yankees reliever Anthony Misiewicz was released from Allegheny General Hospital after taking a line drive to the face, and New York placed him on the seven-day concussion injured list Saturday.

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Saturday, September 16, 2023

Angels' Ohtani (oblique) officially out for season

Shohei Ohtani is done for the rest of the season as he continues to deal with an oblique injury, the Angels announced on Saturday.

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Jones signs ceremonial deal to retire with Orioles

Adam Jones, the five-time All-Star outfielder who played 11 of his 14 seasons with Baltimore, was honored before Friday's game against the Rays, hours after he signed a ceremonial contract and retired with the franchise.

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Friday, September 15, 2023

'I'm doing it for him': How breakout closer Alexis Diaz dealt with guilt over brother Edwin's injury

The Reds' closer has become a star, while the Mets' closer rehabs from a devastating injury Alexis once thought was his fault.

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NHLPA visits Jackets amid Babcock phone claims

Two NHLPA executives met with Columbus Blue Jackets players on Thursday to investigate whether coach Mike Babcock violated players' privacy when he asked to see photos on their cellphones.

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Blue Jays activate Chapman amid wild-card chase

Blue Jays third baseman Matt Chapman, who jammed his finger returning a dumbbell to its rack last month, was activated off the 10-day injured list.

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OF Kjerstad latest O's prospect to get MLB call-up

- The Baltimore Orioles and Tampa Bay Rays both made significant late additions before their showdown at Camden Yards.

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Thursday, September 14, 2023

NHL considering changes to digital ad boards

The NHL is considering changes to its digitally enhanced dasherboards (DED) after fan criticisms during their debut season.

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Twins planning on Buxton returning this season

The Twins are still planning on the oft-injured Byron Buxton playing again this season despite persistent knee problems, their head athletic trainer said Wednesday.

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Ohtani not in lineup for 10th straight game

Angels star Shohei Ohtani was out of the lineup for his 10th straight game Wednesday because of a strained right oblique.

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023

Angels' Ohtani (oblique) to miss 9th straight game

As the Angels prepared to continue a series vs. the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday night, Los Angeles star Shohei Ohtani was not penciled into manager Phil Nevin's lineup for his ninth straight game while he recovers from a right oblique strain.

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Rays places CF Siri on IL with right hand fracture

Tampa Bay placed center fielder Jose Siri on the 10-day injured list on Tuesday because of a fractured right hand.

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Jackets' Babcock denies invading players' privacy

Columbus coach Mike Babcock and captain Boone Jenner are denying allegations that Babcock violated players' privacy by asking to see photos on their cellphones.

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NHL open to third expansion attempt in Atlanta

NHL deputy commissioner Bill Daly is optimistic a third franchise in Atlanta would yield better results than two previous failed expansion teams in the market.

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023

Braves discussing Morton option, sources say

The Braves have had cursory discussions about exercising Charlie Morton's $20 million option for the 2024 season, sources told ESPN's Buster Olney.

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Canadiens' Caufield '100 percent' ready for camp

Montreal Canadiens standout forward Cole Caufield, 22, told reporters on Monday at a charity golf tournament, that he will start training camp on time this fall after undergoing surgery for a torn labrum.

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Brewers call up Donaldson for playoff push

Josh Donaldson, who was signed by the NL Central-leading Brewers after his release by the Yankees, has been called up from Triple-A Nashville.

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Diamondbacks shift Moreno over to paternity list

The Arizona Diamondbacks placed catcher Gabriel Moreno, 23, who is hitting .279 with seven home runs and 43 RBIs through 97 games this season, on the paternity list Monday and recalled catcher José Herrera from Triple-A Reno.

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Monday, September 11, 2023

Pirates' Hayes asks for robot umps after bad call

Pittsburgh's Ke'Bryan Hayes has pleaded for the switch to robot umps after a missed strike call Sunday and his discussion with the umpire about it.

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Astros' Tucker 2nd with 2 triples in inning since '61

Kyle Tucker hit a pair of RBI triples in an eight-run sixth inning as the AL West-leading Astros routed the Padres 12-2 on Sunday.

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Braves clinch sixth straight playoff berth with win

The Braves (93-49) reached the postseason for the sixth straight year, the second-longest streak in franchise history.

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Royals hit 100 losses as Jays finish off sweep

The Blue Jays took advantage of three consecutive wild pitches by Cole Ragans on Sunday to send the major league-worst Royals to their 100th loss of the season.

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Sunday, September 10, 2023

Fantasy baseball pitcher rankings, lineup advice for Sunday's MLB games

Everything you need to know to place your MLB bets and set your fantasy baseball lineups for Sunday, September 10.

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Lightning place Archibald on waivers, sign Motte

Ben Shelton reached his first Grand Slam semifinal at age 20 by outlasting Frances Tiafoe 6-2, 3-6, 7-6 (7), 6-2 at the US Open in a back-and-forth contest filled with huge hitting by both on a muggy Tuesday night at Arthur Ashe Stadium.

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Saturday, September 9, 2023

Fantasy baseball pitcher rankings, lineup advice for Saturday's MLB games

Everything you need to know to place your MLB bets and set your fantasy baseball lineups for Saturday, September 9.

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US Open: Novak Djokovic cruises to final after comfortable win against American Ben Shelton

Novak Djokovic cruised through to the US Open final after a dominant 6-3 6-2 7-6 (7-4) win against American youngster Ben Shelton.

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Twins reinstate Kirilloff, place Gallo (toe) on IL

The Minnesota Twins returned first baseman/outfielder Alex Kirilloff from a rehab assignment and placed outfielder Joey Gallo on the 10-day injured list on Friday.

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Sources: Rockies reach extension with Márquez

Germán Márquez and the Rockies are in agreement on a two-year, $20 million contract extension, sources told ESPN.

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Friday, September 8, 2023

Climate protesters halt US Open women's semifinal

Thursday's US Open women's semifinal between Coco Gauff and Karolina Muchova was halted in the second set after what appeared to be protesters in the crowd disrupted play in New York.

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YES cameraman hit in face by throw back to work

- YES Network cameraman Pete Stendel returned to work Thursday night, two months after he was hit in the face by a ball.

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Witness reported incident that led to Urías' arrest

An arrest report says Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Julio Urías was taken into custody after someone saw a physical altercation between a man and a woman outside a Major League Soccer stadium and contacted police.

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D-backs prospect Lawlar eager for 'special' debut

Diamondbacks prospect Jordan Lawlar, a shortstop, is batting eighth against the Cubs on Thursday. It will be Lawlar's first career MLB game.

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Tigers' Manning hit on foot again, goes to IL

Detroit Tigers pitcher Matt Manning was placed on the 15-day injured list Thursday and will miss the rest of the season with a broken right foot after he was hit by a 119.5 mph comebacker off the bat off the New York Yankees' Giancarlo Stanton.

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

Former Ranger Del Zotto retires after 13 seasons

Former first-round pick Michael Del Zotto retired Wednesday after 13 seasons in the NHL, including his first five with the New York Rangers.

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Nick Bosa leads non-QBs in biggest active contracts in MLB, NFL, NBA, NHL

Here's where the San Francisco 49ers star's massive deal ranks among the biggest active contracts in sports.

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Daniil Medvedev through to US Open semifinals but issues warning after suffering in 'brutal' heat

Daniil Medvedev beat compatriot Andrey Rublev to reach the US Open semifinals on Wednesday, but warned that a player might "die" in what he called "brutal" conditions at the tournament.

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Marlins' Alcantara (forearm), Soler (oblique) to IL

Marlins right-hander Sandy Alcantara went on the 15-day IL with a right forearm flexor strain, and Jorge Soler went on the 10-day IL with a right oblique strain.

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023

Giants take Brebbia off IL in time for Cubs series

The San Francisco Giants received a boost in their fight for a National League wild-card playoff spot when the team activated right-handed reliever John Brebbia, 33, from the 60-day injured list in time for their series against the Chicago Cubs.

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Yanks' Rizzo (concussion) shut down for season

New York Yankees first baseman Anthony Rizzo is being shut down for the season because of post-concussion syndrome.

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Braves recall RHP Soroka to start vs. Cardinals

The Braves recalled starting pitcher Michael Soroka from Triple-A Gwinnett and he is expected to start Tuesday night's game against the visiting Cardinals.

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Bedard skates in Blackhawks gear at rookie outing

Connor Bedard, 18, the first pick of the NHL draft earlier this summer and the player considered hockey's next superstar, attended a rookie showcase Tuesday in Virginia, skating in full Chicago Blackhawks gear as his first training camp approaches.

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For the first time, 2 Black men will face off in US Open quarterfinal

No matter who wins Tuesday's US Open quarterfinals match between Frances Tiafoe and Ben Shelton, history will be made: For the first time, two Black men will face off in the match.

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Novak Djokovic into US Open semifinals with victory over American star Taylor Fritz

Novak Djokovic booked his spot in the US Open semifinals with an emphatic victory over American Taylor Fritz on Tuesday.

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O's promote MLB's top prospect to Triple-A at 19

The Orioles have promoted Jackson Holliday, baseball's No. 1 prospect, to Triple-A Norfolk after the talented 19-year-old shortstop began the year in Class-A ball in his first professional season.

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023

Astros' Stanek carted off in 9th with ankle injury

The Astros confirmed after the game that Ryne Stanek was being evaluated for a right ankle injury.

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Former All-Star defenseman Maxwell dies at 66

Brad Maxwell, who spent parts of nine seasons of a 10-year NHL career as an All-Star defenseman for the Minnesota North Stars, died Sunday at the age of 66 due to lung cancer that had spread through his body.

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Guardians plot returns for RHPs Bieber, McKenzie

The Guardians are targeting a Sept. 20 return for injured right-handers Shane Bieber and Triston McKenzie to rejoin their rotation.

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Monday, September 4, 2023

US Open: Defending champion Iga Świątek stunned by Jelena Ostapenko

Jeļena Ostapenko extended her impressive unbeaten record over world No. 1 Iga Świątek on Sunday, eliminating the defending US Open champion in the round of 16 at Flushing Meadows.

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Alonso passes 40-HR mark, joins exclusive club

Pete Alonso on Sunday became the fifth player in major league history with at least three 40-homer seasons in his first five campaigns.

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Fantasy baseball pitcher rankings, lineup advice for Monday's MLB games

Everything you need to know to place your MLB bets and set your fantasy baseball lineups for Monday, Sept. 4.

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Sunday, September 3, 2023

Jays catcher Jansen off to IL with finger fracture

The Toronto Blue Jays placed catcher Danny Jansen on the 10-day injured list Saturday with a right middle finger fracture and recalled catcher Tyler Heineman from Triple-A Buffalo.

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Fantasy baseball pitcher rankings, lineup advice for Sunday's MLB games

Everything you need to know to place your MLB bets and set your fantasy baseball lineups for Sunday, Sept. 3.

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Saturday, September 2, 2023

Blue Jays' Green set to return from elbow surgery

Chad Green was reinstated from the 60-day injured list by the Toronto Blue Jays on Friday after undergoing Tommy John surgery with the New York Yankees last season.

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Angels dip into minors for six players to fill void

The Los Angeles Angels on Friday added six players from the minor leagues to fill the void left after the team purged its roster earlier this week.

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Sources: MLB to keep pitch clock rules for playoffs

Major League Baseball will maintain its pitch-clock rules during the postseason, hoping the positive momentum of faster regular-season games translates similarly into playoff atmospheres where games have been notoriously longer, sources told ESPN.

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Friday, September 1, 2023

Brewers sign 3B Donaldson to minor league deal

The Brewers signed third baseman Josh Donaldson to a minor league contract on Thursday.

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Kane: Rehab on track, 'getting back to old self'

Patrick Kane, who faced a four-to-six-month return timetable after having hip resurfacing surgery on June 1, told The Associated Press he's on track, if not ahead of schedule, in his rehab.

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Reinsdorf: Unlikely shots fired from inside stadium

White Sox owner Jerry Reinsdorf is pushing back on the possibility that a shooting at Guaranteed Rate Field came from a gun inside the ballpark.

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Hal hoping to 'learn a lot' from Yanks' youth influx

While hinting at changes, Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner said he's hoping to "learn a lot" as Jasson Domínguez and Austin Wells are added to the roster.

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