Author: JamesMcGhee

The Houston Astros are hated because they cheated. The Dodgers don’t cheat. Outside of Los Angeles, however, they are hated more and more every day.The money supply seems inexhaustible. The same goes for the All-Star lineage. But it’s the deferred contracts that could anger detractors the most.The defending World Series champions have bolstered their roster with a series of “play now, pay later” deals, all in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement, all giving the Dodgers a modest reduction in their luxury taxes. And so, the haters ask, can anyone stop the Dodgers?Josh Becker wishes so. He’s a senator from…

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Rookie cornerback Quinyon Mitchell has emerged as a key player for the Eagles during the 2024 season, so his departure due to a shoulder injury in the first half of last Sunday’s game against the Rams was a source of worry.That concern grew when the Rams picked Mitchell’s replacement, Isaiah Rodgers, in the passing game after the change. However, Rodgers ended up having the last laugh.Rodgers recovered a fumble on the first play of the fourth quarter and returned it 40 yards to set up a field goal that extended Philadelphia’s lead to four points. It’s unclear at this point…

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It’s time for the drama to come to an end for the Vancouver Canucks.The Canucks, a team expected to make the playoffs, are facing a locker room problem between veteran JT Miller and young star Elias Pettersson as the team is one point away from a wild card spot.Media reporting and analysis may well add fuel to a small fire, making “culture” problems avoidable.While it makes a lot more sense for the Canucks to move Miller, 31, because of his age – it appears they are trying to do so, with reports that they were in talks with the New…

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Iga Swiatek has conceded just 14 matches at this year’s Australian Open and seven since the second round (Getty Images)Australian Open 2025Dates: January 12-26 Place: Melbourne ParkBlanket: Live radio commentary on Tennis Breakfast from 07:00 GMT on BBC 5 Sports Extra, as well as live text commentary on the BBC Sport website and app.Iga Swiatek lost just three matches as she overtook Emma Navarro to reach the semi-finals of the Australian Open and continue her quest for a maiden title in Melbourne.Swiatek, a five-time major winner, was merciless in a 6-1 6-2 win over eighth-seeded Navarro.Swiatek has only lost 14…

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Martin PérezCHICAGO — The Chicago White Sox and veteran left-hander Martín Pérez have finalized a one-year, $5 million contract that includes a mutual option for 2026.The sides agreed to a deal about two weeks ago and the team announced it Tuesday. Chicago designated right-hander Ron Marinaccio to make room on the 40-man roster.Pérez, 33, debuted with Texas in 2012. He was an All-Star in 2022 and helped the Rangers win the World Series in 2023.Pérez pitched for Pittsburgh and San Diego last season, going 5-6 with a 4.53 ERA in 26 starts. He is 90-87 with a 4.44 ERA in…

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It’s finally happening. THE Kel’el Ware the escape has arrived. Rostered in just 29% of leagues, Ware should be considered a must-play player at this point. On Sunday, Ware started the second half of their win over the Spurs and contributed 25 points, eight rebounds and two blocks in 34 minutes. He had slowly taken on a bigger role off the bench, and he had put in some good performances before that, but the start of the second half was a sign that he had earned more responsibility.On Tuesday, Ware joined the starting lineup alongside Bam Adebayo in the frontcourt.…

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