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March

Jackson Merrill to join Padres for opener in Korea, Shildt says

San Diego Padres manager Mike Shildt stopped just short of declaring that shortstop prospect Jackson Merrill has already locked down an everyday role in his outfield, even though it has become fairly obvious throughout camp. All he would say Tuesday is that the 20-year-old shortstop-turned-center fielder will be on the Padres’ season-opening trip to South Korea. “He’s earned his way on the plane,” Shildt said shortly after watching Merrill hit an opposite-field home run off All-Star starter Zac Gallen. “He’s earned what’s coming after the plane.” The Padres started spring training with only two outfielders on their 40-man roster and promised to […]

March

Rafael Benitez Leaves Celta Vigo: The End of an Era in LaLiga

Amidst struggling performance and looming relegation threats, Rafael Benitez departs from Celta Vigo after an eight-month tenure. The Downfall of a Football Icon Celta Vigo’s Struggle Under Benitez Rafael Benitez, known for his stints at Real Madrid and Liverpool, leaves Celta Vigo in a precarious position. With the club sitting 17th in LaLiga, just two points above relegation, the decision reflects the team’s dire need for a turnaround. Impact on Celta Vigo and LaLiga Searching for Stability As Celta Vigo bids farewell to Benitez, the search for a new leader begins. The club’s statement highlighted Benitez’s dedication but lamented the […]

March

Horner: ‘No tension’ with Verstappen but no one bigger than team

Christian Horner stated he would not stand in the way of Max Verstappen leaving Red Bull if he prefers to do so, but he remains confident the reigning champion will stay at the team beyond the end of this year. Despite winning the opening two rounds of the season, divisions and controversy within Red Bull have led to suggestions that Verstappen, who has a contract with Red Bull until 2028, could leave the team at the end of the year. A rift appeared within Red Bull last week after the team’s parent company, Red Bull GmbH, cleared Horner of allegations of inappropriate […]

March

Al Nassr, Ronaldo out of ACL after shootout loss to Al-Ain

Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr crashed out of the Asian Champions League in the quarterfinals after the Saudi Pro League side lost 3-1 on penalties to Al-Ain in a pulsating game on Monday. Al Nassr overturned a 1-0 first leg deficit to win 4-3 on Monday but with the contest ending 4-4 on aggregate, the players headed into a shootout from which Al-Ain prevailed. Foreign imports Miroslav Brozovic, Alex Telles and Otavio all failed to score from the spot for Al Nassr as the side from the United Arab Emirates advanced to the semifinals, where they will face either Al Hilal or Al Ittihad — both from Saudi Arabia — next month. Al-Ain goalkeeper Khalid Eisa made […]

March

Novak Djokovic, Coco Gauff advance in Indian Wells

Novak Djokovic made a winning return to the desert, defeating Aleksandar Vukic 6-2, 5-7, 6-3 on Saturday in his first match at the BNP Paribas Open in five years. The 24-time Grand Slam singles champion joined Rafael Nadal as the only players to win 400 matches in ATP Masters 1000 series events. The top-ranked Djokovic is a five-time champion at Indian Wells, tied with Roger Federer for most by a male, but hadn’t played in the event since 2019. “Five years is quite a long time for a professional tennis player, but at the same time playing here the last time in 2019 felt […]

March

Joshua takes out Ngannou with crushing KO finish in Round 2

Anthony Joshua scored a spectacular knockout of Francis Ngannou in Round 2 of their heavyweight fight Friday night in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, a right hand that landed clean on the former UFC heavyweight champion’s chin and rendered him unconscious. After Ngannou regained his senses, ringside officials administered oxygen to the 37-year-old, who was boxing for just the second time. England’s Joshua, 34, scored a knockdown in the opening round with a right hand, and Ngannou appeared to be unsteady after he beat the count. Joshua produced another knockdown in Round 2, an equilibrium shot that connected on Ngannou’s left ear. […]

March

Luka Doncic first with 6 straight 30-point triple-doubles

Luka Doncic became the first NBA player to record six consecutive 30-point triple-doubles as the Dallas Mavericks pulled away in the second half and defeat the Detroit Pistons 142-124 on Saturday night. Doncic concluded with 39 points, 10 assists and 10 rebounds, eclipsing Russell Westbrook’s mark of five straight 30-point triple-doubles. He also extended his own record with a fifth consecutive 35-point triple-double. “That just shows what level he’s playing on right now,” Mavericks coach Jason Kidd said. “He knows he can score the ball, and he’s also able to find his teammates, and lastly, he’s able to rebound the ball.” Kyrie Irving added 21 points for Dallas, […]

March

Verstappen wins again, skirting questions of Red Bull future

After comfortably winning the Saudi Arabia Grand Prix on Saturday, Max Verstappen and Red Bull are cruising toward another championship season. Both, however, are refusing to be the first to blink in the deepening mystery regarding the three-time Formula One world champion’s future beyond 2024. The sort of victory witnessed at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit on Saturday night is what we’ve come to expect from this dominant Red Bull outfit. Verstappen led from pole, only briefly dropping to second after an early Safety Car, and was so far out in front that he was turning down his engine setting late on. It was utterly […]

March

Manchester United’s Managerial Search: De Zerbi, Frank, or Southgate?

Manchester United is actively considering potential successors to Erik ten Hag, and three prominent names have emerged: Roberto De Zerbi, Thomas Frank, and Gareth Southgate. In the ever-evolving world of football management, Manchester United finds itself at a crossroads. With Erik ten Hag’s tenure under scrutiny, the club’s hierarchy is exploring alternative options. Let’s delve into the candidates being assessed for the coveted managerial role. The Contenders 1. Roberto De Zerbi Roberto De Zerbi, known for his tactical acumen, has caught the attention of Manchester United. His innovative approach to the game and ability to adapt to different playing styles […]

March

Red Sox, Brayan Bello agree to 6-year, $55M extension

Right-hander Brayan Bello and the Boston Red Sox have agreed to a six-year, $55 million contract extension, sources told ESPN, locking up the hard-throwing 24-year-old whose changeup is already one of the best in Major League Baseball. The deal includes a seventh-year club option worth $21 million, according to sources. The Red Sox revealed the six-year agreement but did not disclose terms. In his first full big league season last year, Bello went 12-11 with a 4.24 ERA and struck out 132 against 45 walks in 157 innings. For an organization that has struggled in recent years to develop big league starting pitching, Bello […]

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Jackson Merrill to join Padres for opener in Korea, Shildt says

Rafael Benitez Leaves Celta Vigo: The End of an Era in LaLiga

Horner: ‘No tension’ with Verstappen but no one bigger than team

Al Nassr, Ronaldo out of ACL after shootout loss to Al-Ain

Novak Djokovic, Coco Gauff advance in Indian Wells

Joshua takes out Ngannou with crushing KO finish in Round 2

Luka Doncic first with 6 straight 30-point triple-doubles

Verstappen wins again, skirting questions of Red Bull future

Manchester United’s Managerial Search: De Zerbi, Frank, or Southgate?

Red Sox, Brayan Bello agree to 6-year, $55M extension

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