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MLB

Yankees World Series notes: Jon Berti injury, bullpen plan for Nestor Cortes

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The 2024 World Series between Yankees and the Los Angeles Dodgers start Friday and the manager Aaron Boone, along with some players, spoke to the media about various topics, including roster, injuries and more.Why Jon Berti is not on the World Series rosterWhen the Yankees released its World Series roster On Friday, Berti’s exclusion was surprising. He is an important part of the infield depth and adds much-needed speed off the bench.Speculation swirled around the decision, but Boone confirmed that Berti was not on the roster due to a hip flexor injury he suffered in Game 4 of the ALCS…

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Lynch confident, return of injured 49ers stars offers trade-like boost

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Lynch confident, return of injured 49ers stars offers trade-like boost originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay AreaIf the 3-4 49ers explore careers before November 5 NFL trade deadline?San Francisco President of Football Operations/General Manager John Lynch thinks the 49ers should look internally first.By appearing on KNBR’s “Murph & Markus” On Friday, Lynch explained why the 49ers don’t need to talk about outside opportunities yet.“When I look at our trade deadline, I look at our IR list and I say, ‘(Christian) McCaffrey. (Dr.) Greenlaw. (Yetur) Gross-Matos. (Talanoa)Hufanga.’ You know, if we can get those guys back, I think that’s the boost…

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NBA

Tatum joins Bird in NBA record books amid hot start to season

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Tatum joins Bird in NBA record books amid hot start to season originally appeared on NBC Sports BostonAhead of the 2024-25 NBA season, Jayson Tatum expressed his desire to surpass Larry Bird as the greatest Boston Celtic of all time.“Larry Bird is the best Celtic to ever wear this uniform, and that’s the guy I’m chasing,” he said. “Even if I don’t succeed, if I aspire to be as great as him and if you fail a little, you’ve had a hell of a career.”Tatum still has a long way to go after winning his first NBA championship, but he…

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Lynch confirms Hargrave could still return during 49ers playoff run

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Lynch confirms Hargrave could still return during 49ers playoff run originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay AreaHelp from the defensive line could possibly be on the way. Emphasize “possibly”.Veteran defensive tackle Javon Hargrave, who was placed on end of season injured reserve on Sept. 28 with a torn triceps, still has a chance to return to the field during the playoffs — if the 49ers make it — San Francisco general manager John Lynch said Friday. on KNBR 680’s “Murph & Markus.”“We have enough bodies,” Lynch said of the 49ers’ defensive line depth. “We were deep there as well and…

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NHL

Warsofsky calls out Sharks’ top line after loss to Kings

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Warsofsky calls out Sharks’ top line after loss to Kings originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay AreaLOS ANGELES — The last time the San Jose Sharks had a lead?Six games ago, in Dallas, 35:12 into the game, they lost 3-2 in a shootout.It was also the Sharks’ last point. They are now 0-6-2, following a 3-2 loss Thursday night to the Los Angeles Kings.#SJSharks are the first team to go winless in the first 8 games of consecutive seasons since the Bruins in 1960-61 and 1961-62–Josh Dubow (@JoshDubowAP) October 25, 2024Over the last five games, the Sharks have outscored the…

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