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Lions CB Terrion Arnold arrested in Florida kidnapping case

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:05:10 GMT

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Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold was arrested Wednesday in Tampa and is facing multiple felony charges tied to the investigation of an alleged kidnapping and armed robbery in February.

Tampa Police said Arnold turned himself in at the Orient Road Jail and faces four counts of kidnapping and four counts of armed robbery. The Hillsborough C

Bruce Thornton taken first in Round 2 as teams look to find gems

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 03:55:08 GMT

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The second round of the NBA draft is the main time for the afterthoughts and project players to hear their names.

The festivities in New York were tame on Wednesday, one day after the prime picks were celebrated and paraded in front of cameras and the media.

But gems can be panned out on Day 2, and there is an impressive list of past second-round picks.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Casemiro celebrates as Brazil seal knockout berth

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 03:31:06 GMT

Florida [US], June 25 (ANI): Brazil's great Casemiro expressed his delight after the five-time world champions booked their place in the knockout stage of the FIFA World Cup 2026 with a commanding 3-0 victory over Scotland in their Group C clash.

Following the win, the veteran footballer took to X to celebrate the achievement and share his excitement with fans.

'We're moving on to the knockout stage!!! #Vam

Derek Hill's 9th-inning blast powers Phillies past Nationals

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 02:40:20 GMT

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Derek Hill slugged his first homer with the Philadelphia Phillies -- a pinch-hit, go-ahead, two-run shot in the ninth inning that ignited a 5-4 road victory over the Washington Nationals on Wednesday.

One night after Philadelphia used a two-out rally in the ninth to stun Washington, the Phillies were at it again with their backs against the wall. With the visitors

Yandy Diaz collects four hits as Rays defeat Royals

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 01:40:32 GMT

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Yandy Diaz had four hits with an RBI in leading the Tampa Bay Rays to a 5-3 victory over the visiting Kansas City Royals on Wednesday night at St. Petersburg, Fla.

Among the major league leaders in batting .332, Diaz registered his third game with at least four hits this season and extended a home on-base streak to 22 games for the Rays, who avoided losing the firs

(SP)U.S.-MIAMI-FOOTBALL-FIFA WORLD CUP-GROUP C-SCO VS BRA

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 01:20:38 GMT

(260625) -- MIAMI, June 25, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Alisson, goalkeeper of Brazil, saves a ball during the group C match between Scotland and Brazil at the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Miami Stadium, Miami, the United States, June 24, 2026. (Xinhua/Xu Zijian)

FIFA World Cup 2026: Vinicius' brace, Cunha goal help Brazil defeat Scotland by 3-0

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 00:57:58 GMT

Florida [US], June 25 (ANI): Brazil secured their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage with a convincing 3-0 victory over Scotland in their final Group C match at Miami Stadium on Wednesday, June 24 (local time). Vinicius Junior starred for the five-time world champions, scoring twice in the first half before Matheus Cunha added a third after the break to seal top spot in the group for Carlo Ancelotti's side

Vinicius Junior nets brace as Brazil handles Scotland

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 00:40:35 GMT

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Vinicius Junior scored his third and fourth goals of the tournament and Brazil cruised into the last 32 with a 3-0 Group C victory over Scotland on Wednesday night in Miami Gardens, Fla.

With the brace, Vinicius pulled even with Norway's Erling Haaland and France's Kylian Mbappe, one behind Argentina's Lionel Messi for the World Cup scoring lead.

Matheus Cunha

Aaron Judge's debut jersey expected to fetch $3M-$5M at auction

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 19:19:17 GMT

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The jersey worn by Aaron Judge when he homered in his major league debut is estimated to fetch $3 million to $5 million when it is sold at auction in July, The Athletic reported.

The New York Yankees jersey from 2016 as well as former Yankees superstar Derek Jeter's jersey when he made an iconic dive play in 2004 will be featured in Sotheby's Summer Spor

Otto Lopez, Marlins continue sizzling June, top Rangers

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 19:19:12 GMT

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Otto Lopez, who leads the majors in batting average, clubbed a two-run homer in the eighth inning, leading the host Miami Marlins to a 4-2 win over the Texas Rangers on Wednesday afternoon.

The Marlins are 16-5 in June, giving them the most wins in the majors this month. They have also won six of their past seven series.

Lopez, who went 2-for-3, is batting .340

Cubs lose Edward Cabrera, Ben Brown; Matthew Boyd returns

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 17:55:13 GMT

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The Chicago Cubs placed right-handers Edward Cabrera and Ben Brown on the 15-day injured list Wednesday.

Left-hander Matthew Boyd will come off of the injured list and start Thursday's game against the host New York Mets, manager Craig Counsell announced. Boyd underwent left knee surgery last month to repair a meniscus tear suffered while playing with his kids

Celtics' Brad Stevens: Jaylen Brown 'a big part of us'

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:40:23 GMT

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Boston Celtics president of basketball operations Brad Stevens said All-Star Jaylen Brown remains 'a big part of us' following a failed attempt to trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Multiple outlets reported that Boston offered Brown as part of a trade package to the Milwaukee Bucks, who instead dealt the two-time MVP to the Miami Heat.

Stevens spoke to report

Bill Gates claims Epstein tried to blackmail him

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:01:07 GMT

The Microsoft co-founder told Congress that the sex offender pressured him with knowledge of his infidelities

Billionaire Bill Gates has claimed that the late pedophile and financier Jeffrey Epstein tried to blackmail him over affairs he had with Russian women, according to newly released congressional testimony.

The Microsoft co-founder appeared before the US House Oversight Committee on J

Lionel Messi turns 39: A look at age-wise distribution of goals scored by Argentina icon

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 14:02:13 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 24 (ANI): Argentina's FIFA World Cup-winning icon Lionel Messi turned 39 on Wednesday, still going strong in football at the highest level at the ongoing edition of FIFA World Cup 2026 and for Inter Miami in the Major League Soccer (MLS).

So far in the tournament, Messi has registered a total of five goals, which has helped him go past Germany's Miroslav Klose in FIFA WC's all-time goal-s

Potential pitchers' duel awaits as Twins' Joe Ryan, Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani take mound

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:55:20 GMT

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The Minnesota Twins should have no trouble selling tickets for Wednesday night's game.

In one of the best -- if not the best -- pitching matchups of the season at Target Field, Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers will oppose Joe Ryan of the Twins in the series finale in Minneapolis.

'You're going to see two of the best pitchers in baseball go at it,'

With last year's MLB debut in mind, Royals' Noah Cameron ready for Rays

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:40:26 GMT

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Noah Cameron has struggled a bit recently for the Kansas City Royals.

Perhaps the memory of a stellar major league debut -- against Tampa Bay last year -- will provide added motivation for Cameron (4-4, 4.20 ERA) to get back on track. He will look to help the Royals record a fourth straight road victory on Wednesday night when they face the Rays at St. Petersburg,

Fresh off epic uprising, Phillies eager to fluster Nationals again

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:25:06 GMT

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The Philadelphia Phillies will look to build momentum off their dramatic 14-9 comeback win when they face the Washington Nationals in the third contest of their four-game series on Wednesday.

The Nationals, in turn, will look to bounce back from a gut-punch loss on Tuesday.

And both teams will hope for good news on a key player who was a late scratch on Tuesday

Tigers' Ben Malgeri likely to get a second shot at Yankees

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:05:08 GMT

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Detroit's Ben Malgeri likely earned another opportunity to show what he can contribute when the Tigers host the New York Yankees in the rubber game of their three-game series on Wednesday evening.

Malgeri, 26, started in right field for the Tigers in his MLB debut on Tuesday and went 2-for-3 with a run scored in a 4-3 loss to the Yankees.

Rangers' Jacob deGrom strives for better start vs. Marlins

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 11:55:11 GMT

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From 2015-21, right-hander Jacob deGrom was a four-time All-Star and a two-time Cy Young Award winner for the New York Mets.

During that span, the Miami Marlins never won more than 79 games.

Yet deGrom has never had it easy against the Marlins. While with the Mets, he had a stellar 2.91 ERA against Miami but just a 10-9 record.

On Wednesday afternoon, de

MLB roundup: Phillies score 8 with 2 outs in ninth, stun Nationals

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 08:40:26 GMT

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Brandon Marsh and Bryson Stott homered in an eight-run ninth inning and the Philadelphia Phillies rallied past the host Washington Nationals 14-9 on Tuesday.

Marsh hit a two-out, two-run homer off Brad Lord (5-1) to tie it, and Stott added a go-ahead three-run shot. The Phillies tacked on a two-run double by Edmundo Sosa and an RBI single by Trea Turner.

Lord go

Down to last out, Phillies explode for 8 runs to stun Nationals

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 06:19:07 GMT

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Brandon Marsh and Bryson Stott homered in an eight-run ninth inning and the Philadelphia Phillies rallied past the host Washington Nationals 14-9 on Tuesday night.

Marsh hit a two-out, two-run homer off Brad Lord (5-1) to tie it, and Stott added a go-ahead three-run shot. The Phillies tacked on more with a two-run double by Edmundo Sosa and an RBI single by Trea Turne

Brazil's Raphinha to miss Scotland match; Neymar may go 90

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 05:55:07 GMT

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Brazil will be without a key part of their attack for their Wednesday match against Scotland in Miami Gardens, Fla., as Raphinha will be sidelined due to a hamstring injury.

The Selecao could see the return of another star, though, as Neymar has recovered from a calf injury and is available to play the entire game if needed, according to Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti.<

Messi turns 39: Argentine Football Association pays tribute to football icon

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 05:32:20 GMT

Buenos Aires [Argentina], June 24 (ANI): The Argentine Football Association (AFA) has extended its warm wishes to legendary forward and captain Lionel Messi on his 39th birthday, as he continues to play a pivotal role in the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026.

Born on June 24, 1987, at the Italian Hospital Garibaldi in Rosario, Santa Fe, Messi marks another year at the peak of his career while remaining a central figure

Lionel Messi turns 39: A look at Argentine legend's glittering career

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 05:31:40 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 24 (ANI): Argentine legend Lionel Messi, arguably one of the greatest ever to play the beautiful game, turned 39th on Wednesday.

The modern-day footballing legend, nicknamed 'La Pulga' (the Flea in Spanish) and 'Messiah', was born in a humble household in Rosario, Santa Fe, Argentina.

Messi showed early promise at Newell's Old Boys before joining Barcelona's famed La Masia academy, w

Cristiano Ronaldo records brace as Portugal rout Uzbekistan

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 04:25:07 GMT

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Cristiano Ronaldo turned in a vintage performance with two goals and delivered Portugal to their first win of the 2026 World Cup, a 5-0 rout of overmatched Uzbekistan on Tuesday in Houston.

Ronaldo became the first player with goals in six editions of the World Cup. He eclipsed Eusebio as Portugal's all-time World Cup goals leader with 10. And at 41, he is the seco

Late tally proves enough as Colombia top DR Congo, clinch advancement

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 04:19:13 GMT

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Daniel Munoz scored in the 76th minute and Colombia clinched a spot in the World Cup's round of 32 with a 1-0 victory over the Democratic Republic of the Congo on Tuesday in Group K play at Zapopan, Mexico.

DR Congo goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi had a stellar performance with eight saves, but Munoz managed to beat him once and put Colombia (2-0-0, 6 points)

Giants' Rafael Devers: Pinch-runner flap was 'misunderstanding'

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 04:05:16 GMT

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Two days after a dramatic incident in which San Francisco's Rafael Devers tried to refuse to exit a game for a pinch runner, the Giants first baseman said he apologized to manager Tony Vitello.

Devers spoke publicly about the situation for the first time on Tuesday.

'Two days before that, I had told (Vitello) that I had a hamstring issue,' Devers said on Tuesday

Cubs RHP Edward Cabrera carted off with hamstring/adductor injury

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 02:05:12 GMT

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Cubs starting pitcher Edward Cabrera was carted off the field after the fifth inning due to an injury in Chicago's Tuesday road game against the New York Mets.

The Cubs later announced that Cabrera sustained a left hamstring/adductor strain.

With two on, two outs and the Cubs holding a 7-2 lead, Jared Young hit a ground ball that got by first baseman Mic

Sandy Alcantara sets Marlins' career K record in win over Rangers

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 01:55:18 GMT

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Owen Caissie broke the game open with a three-run homer in the fifth inning and Sandy Alcantara became the Marlins' all-time strikeout king as Miami defeated the visiting Texas Rangers 6-4 on Tuesday.

The Marlins, who are a major-league-best 15-5 in June, also got homers from Heriberto Hernandez and Joe Mack.

Alcantara (8-4) struck out Kyle Higashioka in the sev

(SP)U.S.-MIAMI-FOOTBALL-FIFA WORLD CUP-PRESS CONFERENCE-SCOTLAND

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 01:47:16 GMT

(260624) -- MIAMI, June 24, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Stephen Clarke, head coach of Scotland, attends a press conference at the FIFA World Cup 2026 at Miami Stadium, Miami, the United States, June 23, 2026. (Xinhua/Xu Zijian)

Cubs RHP Edward Cabrera carted off with apparent leg injury

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 01:40:30 GMT

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Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Edward Cabrera was carted off the field after the fifth inning due to an apparent leg injury in Tuesday's game against the host New York Mets.

With two on and the Cubs holding a 7-2 lead, Jared Young hit a ground ball that got by first baseman Michael Busch and was fielded by second baseman Nico Hoerner on the right field grass. C

Jac Caglianone blasts 2 home runs as Royals roll past Rays

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 01:40:24 GMT

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Tampa native Jac Caglianone hit a solo homer and two-run shot as the Kansas City Royals defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 12-5 on Tuesday at St. Petersburg, Fla.

Caglianone, who starred at nearby Plant High School and the University of Florida, also singled in front of several family members and friends while leading the Royals to a second straight victory to open a four-

AJ to DC: Wizards pick BYU's Dybantsa No. 1 overall in NBA draft

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 01:25:11 GMT

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The Washington Wizards opened the NBA draft on Tuesday night by selecting BYU forward AJ Dybantsa with the No. 1 overall pick.

The Wizards tabbed Dybantsa over Kansas guard Darryn Peterson, who had a checkered college season at Kansas. The Utah Jazz then selected Peterson second overall.

The 6-foot-9 Dybantsa led the nation in scoring at 25.5 points per game in

Croatia push past Panama 1-0, remain third in Group L

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 01:19:07 GMT

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Halftime substitute Ante Budimir scored in the 54th minute and Croatia eliminated Panama from World Cup contention with a tightly fought 1-0 victory in a Group L clash at Toronto on Tuesday.

It was the first World Cup goal for Budimir, 34, and fifth in a competitive fixture for his country, all of those coming since 2023.

Croatia (1-1-0, 3 points) remain

Hoffmann family's Penguins purchase unanimously approved by NHL

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 01:05:15 GMT

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The Pittsburgh Penguins are set to begin a new ownership chapter after the NHL Board of Governors unanimously approved the franchise's sale to the Hoffmann Family of Companies on Tuesday.

The transaction is expected to close imminently, ending Fenway Sports Group's run as controlling owner and giving the Hoffmann family one of the NHL's most recognizable franchises

On verge of winning Group B, Canada won't play for draw vs. Swiss

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:19:12 GMT

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Canada know they will win Group B with a victory or draw in Wednesday's finale against Switzerland in Vancouver and secure at least one more match on home soil.

But manager Jesse Marsch insists that math won't result in a more conservative approach from his squad as they attempt to capture the imagination of a nation participating in only its second World Cup since 1

Royals LHP Cole Ragans headed for elbow surgery

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 23:19:09 GMT

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Kansas City manager Matt Quatraro said prior to Tuesday's game at Tampa Bay that Royals ace Cole Ragans is expected to undergo elbow surgery.

Ragans, who served as the team's Opening Day starter each of the last three seasons, has not pitched in the big leagues since May 6 due to an impingement in his left elbow. He had one rehab outing for Triple-A Omaha on May

Senators send No. 9 pick to Sharks for F William Eklund, 2 others

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 22:05:05 GMT

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The Ottawa Senators didn't take long to decide how to spend the 2026 No. 9 overall pick acquired Sunday from the Florida Panthers.

Two days after shipping captain Brady Tkachuk to the Panthers for three first-round picks and one second-round selection, the Senators sent the Panthers' first-round selection to the San Jose Sharks for forwards William Eklund, Kasper

TSA: 300-plus drones seized near World Cup sites in US

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 21:19:17 GMT

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Government agencies have seized more than 300 drones near World Cup sites in the United States since the tournament began on June 11, the Transportation Security Administration announced on Tuesday.

Stadiums and surrounding event spaces are a strict 'No Drone Zone,' per the Federal Aviation Administration. All aircraft, including drones, are banned on match days

Mavericks announce hire of Dusty May as next head coach

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 20:40:20 GMT

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The Dallas Mavericks officially announced the hire of Dusty May as their next head coach on Tuesday, a day after it was first reported that the Michigan coach was taking the job.

May, 49, guided the Wolverines to a 37-3 record and an NCAA Tournament title in his second season in Ann Arbor in 2025-26.

'I am honored to join the Dallas Maveri

Royals place All-Star 3B Maikel Garcia (hand) on 10-day injured list

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 20:19:09 GMT

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The Kansas City Royals placed third baseman Maikel Garcia on the 10-day injured list on Tuesday because of muscle strain in his left hand.

In a corresponding move, the Royals recalled utility infielder Josh Rojas from Triple-A Omaha.

Garcia, 26, said he has been dealing with hand soreness for about a month, and he missed three games last week. He played

Mariners reinstate OF Randy Arozarena (hamstring) from IL

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 20:05:12 GMT

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The Seattle Mariners activated outfielder Randy Arozarena from the 10-day injured list prior to Tuesday's road game against the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Arozarena has been sidelined with a left hamstring strain since being injured against the Washington Nationals on June 12. He was placed on the IL June 16, retroactive to June 13.

Arozarena, 31, is batting .291

Blue Jays RHP Shane Bieber set for season debut vs. Astros

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 19:19:06 GMT

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The Toronto Blue Jays activated veteran right-hander Shane Bieber from the 60-day injured list Tuesday and he will make his season debut Tuesday night against the visiting Houston Astros.

Bieber, 31, has been sidelined all season due to elbow inflammation.

The former American League Cy Young Award winner was initially expected to start Monday against the Astros

Heat now among NBA favorites with Giannis Antetokounmpo

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 18:19:18 GMT

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Miami's blockbuster agreement to acquire Giannis Antetokounmpo has elevated the Heat from afterthoughts to legitimate contenders in the eyes off oddsmakers.

The Heat opened the offseason as +3500 long shots at BetMGM to win the 2026-27 NBA title. And despite reportedly being one of the finalists to land Antetokounmpo, they were still being offered at +3000 Monday.

Robert Kraft swoons over Scotland, pushing for Patriots to repay visit

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 17:55:08 GMT

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After Scotland national team fans won the hearts of New Englanders, NFL owner Robert Kraft wants to return the favor.Kraft, the owner of the New England Patriots, held preliminary discussions with NFL commissioner Roger Goodell about holding a regular-season game in Scotland, according to The Boston Globe.Those discussions follow Scotland playing its first two World Cu

Police: Geno Smith allegations under investigation

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 16:55:19 GMT

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New York Jets quarterback Geno Smith is under investigation following allegations by a woman in Florida that the 35-year-old player 'beat my ass.'

Davie, Fla., police originally said the investigation had been closed but changed course after the woman, identified only as Kristen, posted a series of Instagram videos in which she claimed Smith harmed her.

The vide

Orioles turn to Shane Baz in middle game vs. Angels

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:40:22 GMT

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The Baltimore Orioles carry a season-high-tying winning streak into Tuesday night's game with the Los Angeles Angels in Anaheim, Calif.

The Orioles' 6-1 victory in the opener of a three-game series marked the sixth time this season the Orioles have won three consecutive games. They'll turn to right-hander Shane Baz (4-7, 4.04 ERA) to see if they can make it four in

Dodgers nursing injuries ahead of rematch vs. Twins

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:40:23 GMT

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The Los Angeles Dodgers are loaded with stars, but manager Dave Roberts might be most impressed by the team's less-heralded players who step in when needed.

It happened in Monday's 2-1 win over the Minnesota Twins in the opener of a three-game series, and Roberts likely will turn to a couple of reserves again when the teams meet Tuesday night in Minneapolis.

Phillies' Jesus Luzardo works to stay in the groove in NL East clash vs. Nats

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:19:12 GMT

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Jesus Luzardo will look to continue his hot streak and help the Philadelphia Phillies even their series against the Washington Nationals on Tuesday night.

The National League East rivals opened a four-game set Monday night after a 92-minute rain delay, with Washington prevailing 4-1 behind a strong start from Foster Griffin (8-2).

The Phillies will start the

Rays' Shane McClanahan strives for success at home again in matchup vs. Royals

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:55:13 GMT

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The Tampa Bay Rays own the majors' best record at home but have struggled against the Kansas City Royals there lately.

However, the Rays are perfect in St. Petersburg, Fla., this season in starts by left-hander Shane McClanahan, who will look to help them even a four-game set against the Royals on Tuesday night.

With a 2-1 loss to Kansas City on Monday, t

'Limping' Rangers regain footing, chase series win vs. Marlins

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:25:05 GMT

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The Texas Rangers have not had a winning season since a stunning run to the 2023 World Series title.

They will look to get within one game of .500 when they visit the Miami Marlins on Tuesday night in the middle contest of a three-game series.

One issue this year for Texas has been injuries, as three starters -- shortstop Corey Seager, center fielder Evan Carter

MLB roundup: Brandon Woodruff stars in return as Brewers nip Reds in 10

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 09:05:05 GMT

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Brandon Woodruff threw six dominant innings in his return from injury and Joey Ortiz hit a go-ahead sacrifice fly on Monday to help the visiting Milwaukee Brewers earn a 2-1 victory in 10 innings over the Cincinnati Reds.

In his first start since April 30, having recovered from right shoulder inflammation, Woodruff retired the first 16 Reds he faced before allowin

Heat reportedly land Giannis Antetokounmpo in mega-trade with Bucks

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 05:55:06 GMT

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The long-rumored trade of Giannis Antetokounmpo finally occurred, with the Milwaukee Bucks dealing the superstar big man to the Miami Heat late Monday night, according to multiple media outlets.

The Heat reportedly sent the Bucks a package featuring guard Tyler Herro, center Kel'el Ware, forward Jaime Jaquez Jr., guard Kasparas Jakucionis, first-round draft picks

Patrice Bergeron, Carey Price headline Hockey Hall of Fame inductees

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 02:19:20 GMT

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Patrice Bergeron, Carey Price and Keith Tkachuk headlined the Hockey Hall of Fame's Class of 2026 unveiled on Monday.

Bergeron, Price, Tkachuk, Pekka Rinne and Cindy Curley were elected as players while longtime executive Brian Burke will be inducted as a builder.

Elected in his first year of eligibility, Bergeron played 19 seasons with the Boston Bruins, w

Ezequiel Duran, Alejandro Osuna guide Rangers past Marlins

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 01:55:05 GMT

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Alejandro Osuna hit a go-ahead double in the eighth inning as the Texas Rangers defeated the host Miami Marlins 4-3 on Monday night.

The loss snapped Miami's eight-game home winning streak, its longest since 2009. The Marlins entered the night with the best record in the majors this month at 14-4.

Miami's Otto Lopez went 2-for-3 to raise his MLB-leading battin

Michael Wacha throws 7 strong innings in Royals' win over Rays

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 01:25:19 GMT

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Michael Wacha allowed one run over seven strong innings, and Lane Thomas and Carter Jensen each had an RBI as the visiting Kansas City Royals won 2-1 over the Tampa Bay Rays on Monday night at St. Petersburg, Fla.

Wacha (5-5) recorded his 11th quality start of the season by yielding only a two-out RBI double to Yandy Diaz in the fifth inning, plus five other h

Panthers among Stanley Cup favorites after Tkachuk blockbuster

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 23:55:09 GMT

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The blockbuster trade that unites Brady Tkachuk with his brother in Florida also drove oddsmakers to move the Panthers among the favorites to win the 2026-27 Stanley Cup.

Coming off a season in which the Panthers finished 14th in the Eastern Conference and missed the playoffs, general manager Bill Zito made the bold move of parting with a package of picks that in

4-star WR Julius Jones Jr. makes legacy pledge to Notre Dame

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 19:19:12 GMT

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Not one but two of Julius Jones' sons -- 4-star wide receiver Julius Jr. and 4-star safety Andre -- are following in his footsteps by committing to play football at Notre Dame.

Both sons announced their commitment to Notre Dame on Monday on a live appearance of 'The Pat McAfee Show.'

Julius Jones Jr. is the No. 75 player and No. 12 receiver in the 247Sport

Senators GM: Brady Tkachuk requested trade to Panthers

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:55:14 GMT

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Ottawa Senators president and general manager Steve Staios confirmed in a press conference Monday that Sunday's blockbuster trade which sent Senators star Brady Tkachuk to the Florida Panthers came about at Tkachuk's request.

Staios did not share the reason why Tkachuk asked for the trade, which will reunite him with his brother Matthew Tkachuk after the pair led

FIFA World Cup 2026: Cabo Verde set multiple WC records in 2-2 stalemate with Uruguay

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:05:19 GMT

Miami [US], June 22 (ANI): As FIFA World Cup debutants Cabo Verde produced a clinical performance to hold two-time champions Uruguay to a 2-2 draw in a thrilling clash of the ongoing World Cup 2026 edition at Miami Stadium on Sunday, June 21 (local time), Uruguayan Fernando Muslera (40 years and 5 days) and Verde Vozinha (40 years and 18 days), from Cape Verde, became the first pair of players over 40 to start in a WC

Report: Celtics, Heat finalists for Giannis Antetokounmpo

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 15:05:17 GMT

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The Boston Celtics and Miami Heat are the finalists in trade talks with the Milwaukee Bucks for superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo, ESPN reported Monday.

The two-time NBA MVP is expected to be dealt before the start of the 2026 NBA Draft on Tuesday, per the report.

The Celtics' offer reportedly includes five-time All-Star Jaylen Brown, while the Heat are offer

Reports: Mavericks hiring Michigan's Dusty May as head coach

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 15:05:12 GMT

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The Dallas Mavericks are finalizing a deal to hire national championship-winning Michigan coach Dusty May to fill their head coaching vacancy, ESPN and The Athletic reported Monday.

May, 49, guided the Wolverines to a 37-3 record and an NCAA Tournament title in his second season in Ann Arbor in 2025-26.

He replaces Jason Kidd, who mutually parted ways with the M

Rockies, Red Sox fall short of standards set in World Series meeting

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 12:40:20 GMT

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Nineteen years ago, the Boston Red Sox and Colorado Rockies battled in the World Series.

Things have changed since 2007, when Boston swept Colorado to win its second championship in four seasons.

Now the teams will open a three-game series Monday night in Denver, not as title contenders but as basement dwellers. Boston sits in last place in the American League E

Homer streaks on line when Phillies visit Nationals

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 07:40:20 GMT

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CJ Abrams looks to extend his homer streak to four games when the Washington Nationals open a four-game homestand against the Philadelphia Phillies on Monday night.

The Nationals shortstop is not the only one displaying his power. Philadelphia's Bryce Harper has homered in two straight games after connecting in his team's 6-2 win against the New York Mets on Sunday

Dominant but not undefeated, Rays RHP Drew Rasmussen takes on Royals

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 07:05:12 GMT

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Tampa Bay Rays right-hander Drew Rasmussen is enjoying arguably the roll of his career, even if his last trip to the mound resulted in a hard-luck loss.

Looking to get back in the win column, Rasmussen will return to the mound on Monday when the Rays open a four-game series against the Kansas City Royals in St. Petersburg, Fla.

Rasmussen (6-3, 2.59 ERA)

Colorful backdrop to hot Marlins welcoming Rangers, Scottish fans, dogs

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:40:25 GMT

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It should be a wild night on Monday when the Miami Marlins play host to Texas.

First of all, Scotland's soccer fans are set to be in the stands as their team prepares for Wednesday's World Cup game against Brazil in Miami Gardens. Known as the Tartan Army, Scottish fans will walk to the stadium en masse from a local bar, and they presumably will bring bagpipes, energ

Tigers' Framber Valdez has momentum going into game against Yankees

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:19:13 GMT

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Framber Valdez has never recorded a regular-season victory over the New York Yankees. The Detroit Tigers left-hander will seek a breakthrough in the opener of a three-game home series on Monday night.

The veteran left-hander has six career starts against the Yankees, posting an 0-2 record and 7.22 ERA. He did beat them in a postseason contest, Game 2 of the ALCS on

MLB roundup: Brewers score 8 runs in 2nd to power past Braves

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 03:55:09 GMT

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William Contreras hit a three-run homer to cap an eight-run outburst in the second inning, and the visiting Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Atlanta Braves 9-4 on Sunday.

The victory enabled the National League Central-leading Brewers to salvage one game against the NL East-leading Braves in the three-game set. It also ended their three-game losing streak.

Contre

FIFA World Cup 2026: Cabo Verde hold Uruguay to 2-2 draw in thrilling clash

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 00:58:38 GMT

Miami [US], June 22 (ANI): FIFA World Cup debutants Cabo Verde produced a clinical performance to hold two-time champions Uruguay to a 2-2 draw in a thrilling clash of the ongoing World Cup 2026 edition at Miami Stadium on Sunday, June 21 (local time).

Cabo Verde made history in the 21st minute when Kevin Pina scored the nation's first-ever FIFA World Cup goal. The midfielder curled in a long-range free-kick that

Cape Verde tie Uruguay to continue captivating World Cup journey

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 00:55:06 GMT

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Helio Valera scored the tying goal after collecting a loose ball to allow Cape Verde to play Uruguay to a 2-2 tie on Sunday in World Cup Group H play at Miami Gardens, Fla.

Kevin Pina also scored for Cape Verde (0-0-2, 2 points), who are participating in their first World Cup.

Maxi Araujo had one goal and one assist for Uruguay (0-0-2, 2 points). Agustin Canobb

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Mon, 22 Jun 2026 00:49:28 GMT

(260622) -- MIAMI, June 22, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Sebastian Caceres (top) of Uruguay fights for a head ball during the group H match between Uruguay and Cape Verde at the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Miami Stadium, Miami, the United States, June 21, 2026. (Xinhua/Zhang Chen)

Cape Verde ties Uruguay to continue captivating World Cup journey

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 00:40:27 GMT

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Helio Valera scored the tying goal after collecting a loose ball to allow Cape Verde to play Uruguay to a 2-2 tie on Sunday in World Cup Group H play at Miami Gardens, Fla.

Kevin Pina also scored for Cape Verde (0-0-2, 2 points), who are participating in their first World Cup.

Maxi Araujo had one goal and one assist for Uruguay (0-0-2, 2 points). Agustin Canobb

Panthers land Brady Tkachuk in blockbuster deal with Senators

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 00:19:14 GMT

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Brady Tkachuk is heading to Florida, where he will join his brother Matthew with the Panthers in one of the NHL's biggest offseason moves.

The Ottawa Senators are trading their captain to the Panthers for a package of draft picks, the teams announced Sunday. Ottawa will receive Florida's two first-round picks in this year's draft -- No. 9 and No. 25 overall -- alo

Vozinha's mom makes it to Miami for Cape Verde-Uruguay match

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 00:19:09 GMT

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Goalkeeper Vozinha captured the world's attention following his incredible seven-save shutout of heavyweight Spain that gave Cape Verde their first-ever point at the World Cup.

But following that performance, he revealed that the moment was bittersweet as his mother hadn't been able to acquire a visa to witness it firsthand.

On Sunday, Vozinha saw his fortunes

FIFA World Cup 2026: FIFA welcomes Vozinha's mother in Miami ahead of Cabo Verde's clash against Uruguay

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 21:57:44 GMT

Miami [US], June 22 (ANI): Ana Candida Evora, mother of Cabo Verde goalkeeper Josimar 'Vozinha' Dias, was welcomed by FIFA at its Miami headquarters ahead of Cabo Verde's FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H clash against Uruguay on Sunday (local time).

The gesture comes after an emotional moment involving Vozinha following Cabo Verde's historic 0-0 draw against Spain in their tournament opener, where the veteran goalkeep

Kraken acquire F Mackie Samoskevich from Panthers for 2 draft picks

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 21:40:34 GMT

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The Seattle Kraken added a young right-shot winger Sunday, acquiring Mackie Samoskevich from the Florida Panthers for two draft picks ahead of this week's NHL Draft.

Florida received the No. 25 pick in the 2026 draft, a selection Seattle previously obtained from the Tampa Bay Lightning, along with a conditional second-round pick in 2027. The second-rounder will be th

Serena Williams set for Wimbledon singles comeback after receiving wildcard entry

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 20:57:28 GMT

London [UK], June 22 (ANI): Tennis great Serena Williams is set to make a sensational return to women's singles competition at the 2026 Wimbledon Championships after being awarded a wildcard entry for the prestigious grass-court Grand Slam.

The 2026 Championships are scheduled to be held from June 29 to July 12, with Williams' return expected to be one of the biggest storylines of the tournament.

Wimbledon

Jonny DeLuca's late 2-run shot lifts Rays over Nationals

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 20:40:23 GMT

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Jonny DeLuca slugged a go-ahead two-run homer in the seventh inning, and the Tampa Bay Rays strengthened their MLB-best home record with Sunday afternoon's 4-3 comeback victory over the Washington Nationals in St. Petersburg, Fla.

With the Rays down 3-2 and facing his brother-in-law Orlando Ribalta (0-1), Yandy Diaz singled with one out, posting his fourth consecuti

Kyle Stowers helps Marlins finish sweep of Giants

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 20:25:14 GMT

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Kyle Stowers homered off of Giants ace Logan Webb as the host Miami Marlins completed a three-game sweep of San Francisco with a 2-1 win on Sunday afternoon.

In his career against Webb, Stowers is 4-for-7 with two homers, two doubles and one walk.

Webb (4-5) pitched his first complete game since 2024, allowing five hits, one walk and two runs in eight innings. H

Marlins place C Liam Hicks on IL, DFA Christopher Morel

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 19:55:13 GMT

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The Miami Marlins placed catcher Liam Hicks on the 10-day injured list prior to Sunday's game against the visiting San Francisco Giants and designated infielder Christopher Morel for assignment.

Miami also activated outfielder Griffin Conine (hamstring) from the 60-day injured list and recalled catcher Brian Navarreto from Triple-A Jacksonville.

The move regard

Rangers place RHP Jack Leiter (ankle) on 15-day IL

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 17:55:07 GMT

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Texas Rangers right-hander Jack Leiter was scheduled to start against the Miami Marlins on Tuesday, but he landed on the 15-day disabled list on Sunday, retroactive to Friday, due to a right ankle impingement.

Leiter, 26, was replaced on the active roster by right-hander Jose Corniell, who was called up from Triple-A Round Rock.

Amid a subpar season, Leiter is

Nationals manager Blake Butera sees defense key to winning vs. Rays

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 11:40:23 GMT

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The Washington Nationals will attempt to win their sixth straight road series when they face the Tampa Bay Rays on Sunday afternoon in St. Petersburg, Fla.

One reason for the Nationals' success, from first-year manager Blake Butera's perspective, is improved defense.

In Saturday's 4-3 victory to square the series, the Washington outfield made a pair of outstandi

Giants workhorse Logan Webb aims to cool off sizzling Marlins

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 10:40:27 GMT

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The San Francisco Giants have been highly disappointing so far this season, but the same cannot be said about Logan Webb, their ace right-hander.

Webb (4-4, 3.46 ERA) will start the series finale on Sunday afternoon against the host Miami Marlins, who will be going for a three-game sweep.

Blessed with an ability to induce groundball outs, Webb, 29, is aimin

LA Thieves unblemished at CDL Major 4 qualifying

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 08:19:13 GMT

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The Los Angeles Thieves posted the lone sweep on Saturday and remained atop the standings at 5-0 as the third and final week continued in Call of Duty League Stage 4 Major qualifying.

While the Thieves shut out the winless Vancouver Surge 3-0, the Miami Heretics topped also winless Cloud9 New York 3-1, OpTic Texas edged Toronto KOI 3-2 and the Riyadh Falcons also

MLB roundup: Kyle Schwarber, Bryce Harper help Phillies thrash Mets

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 07:05:05 GMT

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Kyle Schwarber had three home runs, including two in one inning, for the Philadelphia Phillies in a 15-3 rout of the visiting New York Mets on Saturday.

Bryce Harper hit for the cycle while going 4-for-5 for the Phillies, who had lost two in a row. Starting pitcher Cristopher Sanchez (9-3) held New York to one run on five hits in six innings.

Schwarber homered tw

Curacao keeper Eloy Room delivers 'unbelievable' performance vs. Ecuador

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 05:19:12 GMT

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Tim Howard, a United States men's national team legend, stands alone in World Cup history with his 16-save performance in the Americans' 2-1 Round of 16 loss to Belgium in the 2014 World Cup in Brazil.

But he may have been a bit worried on Saturday night, when Curacao goalkeeper Eloy Room made 15 saves in a scoreless draw against Ecuador Saturday night in Kansas City to

Eloy Room helps Curacao earn first World Cup point with Ecuador draw

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 02:25:06 GMT

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Curacao found a comfort level in their second-ever World Cup match, pulling off a 0-0 tie with Ecuador behind the play of goalkeeper Eloy Room to earn the country's first-ever point in a Group E match Saturday night in Kansas City.Room made 15 saves, just shy of the record 16 made by the United States' Tim Howard in a 2014 World Cup match against Belgium. The effort he

Spain seek reset vs. Saudi Arabia after opening draw

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 00:55:18 GMT

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Spain extended their unbeaten streak in competitive fixtures to 32 matches during their World Cup opener last week.

And yet, it was hard not to see La Roja's scoreless draw against debutant Cape Verde -- the third-least-populated country to ever qualify for the World Cup -- as a disastrous start for Spain, who entered ranked second in the FIFA/Coca-Cola world rank

Nationals deliver rare victory over Rays

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 23:40:31 GMT

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Andres Chaparro dribbled in the tiebreaking run, Washington's bullpen finished with 6 1/3 strong innings, and the Nationals won 4-3 over Tampa Bay to even their series with the Rays on Saturday afternoon in St. Petersburg, Fla.

CJ Abrams and Dylan Crews (two hits) each had a solo homer. Nasim Nunez was 2-for-4 with a double and RBI as the Nats won for the firs

Marlins double up Giants to move above .500

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 23:40:25 GMT

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Heriberto Hernandez slugged a two-out, two-strike, two-run homer during a crucial four-run fourth inning as the host Miami Marlins defeated San Francisco 6-3 on Saturday.

Max Meyer, bidding for an All-Star berth, improved to 8-0 with a 2.80 ERA. He wasn't at his best, allowing seven hits, two walks and two runs in five innings. But he struck out seven, and Pete Fairba

Royals sign LHP Matt Moore to minor league contract

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 21:25:08 GMT

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The Kansas City Royals signed veteran left-hander Matt Moore to a minor league deal on Saturday.

Moore last pitched in the majors for the Los Angeles Angels in 2024. He signed a minor league deal with the Boston Red Sox last season before being released in April.

Moore, who turned 37 on Thursday, has a 71-66 record and 4.39 ERA in 369 appearances (164 start

FIFA World Cup 2026: Football's cruel nature highlighted as Turkiye bow out of tournament with 0 goals in 62 shots

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 15:32:30 GMT

Santa Clara [US], June 20 (ANI): Turkiye had one of the most heartbreaking FIFA World Cup campaigns by a team as they bowed out of the tournament without scoring any goals in the 62 shots they attempted.

A goal from Matias Galarza helped Paraguay seal a 1-0 win over Turkiye in Group D, securing three points and eliminating the European side from contention for the Round of 32.

Turkiye is still left with a

Ronaldinho comes out of retirement at age of 46, signs with Italian third-tier club Ravenna

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 15:32:20 GMT

Ravenna [Italy], June 20 (ANI): Brazil football icon Ronaldinho has reportedly come out of retirement, completing a shock move to Italy's third-tier club Ravenna in the Serie C, more than a decade after his last professional appearance.

The club officials initially had suggested that Ronaldinho's role with the club would be limited to marketing purposes, but since then, they have refused to rule out the possibil

Rays eager to continue hot home cooking in game against Nationals

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 13:05:18 GMT

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The Tampa Bay Rays are glad to be back in their domed home, where they win much more often than not, and it helps to get run-producer Jonathan Aranda swinging well again.

A night after Aranda poked an opposite-field, three-run homer off the left-field foul pole early in a 5-2 victory over Washington, the Rays will face the Nationals again on Saturday afternoon in St

Dodgers' Yoshinobu Yamamoto back vs. Orioles after another no-hit attempt fails

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 13:05:13 GMT

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The task for the Baltimore Orioles on Saturday night already was a tall one.

A walk-off loss Friday might have made it even tougher.

The Orioles will look to bounce back from a discouraging defeat Saturday night, when they visit the Los Angeles Dodgers in the middle contest of a three-game series.

Left-hander Trevor Rogers (3-7, 5.86 ERA) is slated to sta

Pirates look to Paul Skenes to even series against Rockies

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 12:55:12 GMT

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Paul Skenes has dominated the Colorado Rockies in his home park, but his one start in Denver didn't go as well.

The Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander has made one start at Coors Field when he allowed four runs in five innings on Aug. 2, 2025 in a game Colorado won, 8-5.

Skenes (6-6, 2.85 ERA) gets another shot in Denver when he takes the mound Saturday night

Marlins' Max Meyer strives to continue torrid play in matchup vs. Giants

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 12:25:09 GMT

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Miami Marlins right-hander Max Meyer's emergence this season is not surprising in one sense -- but it's very surprising in another.

Meyer, who is set to start against the visiting San Francisco Giants on Saturday afternoon, is having an All-Star-type season with a 7-0 record and a 2.75 ERA.

That kind of performance is in line with Meyer's draft pedigree -- he

Katy Perry appears to snub exes Orlando Bloom, John Mayer during Spain concert, shows love for Justin Trudeau

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 08:57:59 GMT

Los Angeles [US], June 20 (ANI): Singer Katy Perry appeared to take a playful swipe at former partners Orlando Bloom and John Mayer while showing affection for her current boyfriend, former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, during a recent concert in Spain, according to E! News.

According to fan-captured footage from her performance at the O Son do Camino music festival in Santiago de Compostela, Perry inc

FaZe send Falcons to first loss in CDL Major 4 qualifying

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 07:40:26 GMT

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FaZe Vegas handed the Riyadh Falcons their first defeat in Call of Duty League Stage 4 Major qualifying, prevailing 3-0 on Friday as the third and final week of matches began.

In the day's other action, the undefeated Los Angeles Thieves downed Cloud9 New York 3-1, and the Paris Gentle Mates topped the Boston Breach 3-1.

The 12 Call of Duty League teams are

MLB roundup: Down 7, A's rally to beat Angels on walk-off walk

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 07:19:12 GMT

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Jonah Heim drilled a pinch-hit, game-tying two-run homer in the ninth inning and Nick Kurtz drew a bases-loaded walk in the 10th as the Athletics rallied from seven runs down to post a wild 12-11 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Friday night at West Sacramento, Calif.

Heim's homer came off Sam Bachman with two outs in the bottom of the ninth. Jacob Wilson ho