Apr 4, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs third baseman Matt Shaw (6) tags out San Diego Padres first baseman Jake Cronenworth (9) at third base during the fifth inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images Shota Imanaga threw 7 1/3 quality innings and Justin Turner delivered the go-ahead RBI single on Friday…
Shutting down Zion Williamson for the rest of the regular season was elementary for the New Orleans Pelicans, as natural as their “NOP” team abbreviation during broadcasts. Deciding how to proceed with the injury-plagued former No. 1 overall NBA Draft pick, however, seems anything but easy. Various injuries—the latest a back contusion—will limit Williamson to…
Mar 29, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Tucker (30) hits a two-run home run against the Arizona Diamondbacks in the fifth inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images Kyle Tucker will get a third and final look this season at what might already be his favorite ballpark Wednesday afternoon when…
Cristóbal Tapia de Veer did not have an entirely pleasant stay at “The White Lotus.” Mr. Tapia de Veer, a 51-year-old composer who was born in Chile, joined a video call on Monday from his home in the Laurentian Mountains in Quebec, a gong the size of a beach ball visible over his right shoulder….
Mar 18, 2025; Sarasota, Florida, USA; Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Cade Povich (37) and catcher Adley Rutschman (35) talk at the end of the top of the first inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Ed Smith Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images An uptick in offense will be one of the first orders…
Mar 29, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Flyers right wing Matvei Michkov (39) controls the puck against the Buffalo Sabres in the first period at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images The rejuvenated Philadelphia Flyers wrap up a three-game homestand on Monday night when the Nashville Predators pay a visit. The Flyers (30-36-9,…
Mar 29, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) shoots as Indiana Pacers forward Jarace Walker (5) defends during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 33 points as Oklahoma City beat visiting Indiana 132-111 on Saturday night for its ninth consecutive victory,…
Mar 29, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds second baseman Matt McLain (9) throws to first to get San Francisco Giants outfielder Jung Hoo Lee (not pictured) out in the first inning at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images Matt McLain homered, doubled and scored twice and Christian Encarnacion-Strand blasted a solo…
Mar 25, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Pistons guard Marcus Sasser (25) controls the ball in front of San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle (5) during the first half at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-Imagn Images The Detroit Pistons will try to end two long streaks in one night when they host the…
Mar 21, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Rickard Rakell (67) moves the puck against Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Damon Severson (78) during the third period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images If the Pittsburgh Penguins hope to complete a season sweep of the Buffalo Sabres for the first time…
