The San Diego Padres are firmly in contention for a playoff spot in the National League, boasting a 32-29 record as they head into Sunday’s game, having won five of their last six matches. However, maintaining this performance will be challenging in the coming weeks due to recent injuries to their pitching staff. Over the…
Sam Gallagher’s debut for Stoke City was cut short after just 28 minutes. The 28-year-old, who recently transferred from Blackburn for an undisclosed fee, was included in the starting lineup by manager Steven Schumacher for the final pre-season match against AZ Alkmaar at the bet365 Stadium. Gallagher began the game energetically, pressing AZ Alkmaar’s defense,…
The world of recruiting can be unpredictable, and Florida Football has experienced its fair share of twists and turns over the years. Yet, sometimes predictions from recruiting enthusiasts come true as expected. The Gators now have a chance to reconnect with a safety many anticipated would return even after committing elsewhere. BREAKING: Four-Star Safety Hylton…
The Gold Coast SUNS have finalized their 23-man squad for their upcoming clash against the Western Bulldogs at Mars Stadium on Sunday afternoon. Co-captain Jarrod Witts has been sidelined from the lineup due to a groin injury, with young ruckman Ned Moyle stepping in as his replacement. Ben Long is set to make his season…
The Philadelphia Phillies are considering significant roster changes after their disappointing early exit from the 2024 postseason. With an eye toward improving their team for the 2025 season, one possible avenue for the Phillies is a blockbuster trade with the Houston Astros, targeting two key players: outfielder Kyle Tucker and relief pitcher Ryan Pressly. Both…
Throughout his time as the Braves’ general manager, Alex Anthopoulos has demonstrated a talent for making shrewd signings that often turn out to be unexpectedly impactful. It seems he may have pulled off another one. According to Francys Romero, the Braves are finalizing a minor-league contract with Yuli Gurriel, a two-time World Series champion. …
St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Lars Nootbaar is set to hit the injured list after sustaining an oblique strain during an at-bat on May 29. Nootbaar experienced discomfort while swinging at a low pitch in the seventh inning of the victory against the Cincinnati Reds. Despite the injury, he completed the at-bat. Following an MRI on…
Essendon’s Xavier Duursma, who joined the club from Port Adelaide, suffered a quad tear during Thursday’s training session, adding him to the club’s injury list. This setback is expected to keep him off the field for at least four weeks, as confirmed by coach Brad Scott. The 23-year-old has been a valuable asset to the…
The Jacksonville Jaguars aim to rebound in 2024 after a lackluster 2023 NFL season, during which they fell short of preseason expectations. Despite high hopes, star quarterback Trevor Lawrence did not exhibit the expected growth, and the defense, which performed only moderately in both the run and pass game, did not offer much support. In…
The San Francisco 49ers are looking to strengthen their roster before the NFL trade deadline, particularly in light of their ongoing injury issues. With four defensive linemen currently sidelined, the 49ers are in need of reinforcements, and Sporting News writer Matthew Schmidt suggests that trading for Cleveland Browns defensive end Za’Darius Smith could be a…