Dodgers’ hopes of winning World Series ride on Mookie Betts

Dodgers' hopes of winning World Series ride on Mookie Betts

The Los Angeles Dodgers have a chance to make history this weekend. A star-studded team viewed by many as unfairly good is looking to win back-to-back World Series for the first time since the New York Yankees won three in a row from 1998 to 2000.  Entering the Fall Classic, it felt very likely it … Read more

Nat Sciver-Brunt hopes England can thrive on being World Cup outsiders

England players celebrate

England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt is comfortable with her side going into the Women’s World Cup as “outsiders” as they look to rebuild their reputation as trophy contenders. Sciver-Brunt is one of only four survivors from the team that became world champions at Lord’s in 2017 and has witnessed a series of tournament disappointments in recent … Read more

Tigers’ World Series hopes depend on Tarik Skubal injury

The Detroit Tigers’ hopes for a deep run in the postseason may have been dealt a significant blow. Tigers ace Tarik Skubal departed Friday’s game against the Marlins with one out in the fourth inning. He grabbed his left rib cage area after throwing a 1-0 changeup to Marlins first baseman Eric Wagaman, immediately motioning … Read more

Former batting champion hopes mid-game pushups maintain power

Former batting champion hopes mid-game pushups maintain power

San Diego Padres first baseman Luis Arraez doesn’t often hit home runs, but when he does, they are fueled by a bizarre workout technique. Arraez went yard in the third inning of the Padres’ game against the Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday night for just his seventh home run of the season. His two-run shot came … Read more

Man United’s hopes of signing Mads Hermansen dealt knockout blow – Man United News And Transfer News

Mads Hermansen

1 Manchester United have suffered a fatal blow in their pursuit of Leicester City goalkeeper Mads Hermansen as full agreement is reached for him to join a rival Premier League club. United could sign a goalkeeper this summer Having wrapped up a deal for RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko, who is on the verge of … Read more

Liverpool transfer hopes dashed as Romano confirms Dean Huijsen future

Fabrizio Romano has said that Darwin Nunez was ready to leave Liverpool in January

Any lingering hope that we’d be in the mix for a highly-rated European defender has now been put to bed after an update from Fabrizio Romano. The Italian journalist took to X to confirm that Dean Huijsen is heading to Real Madrid, with a medical already underway and all terms agreed. “BREAKING: Real Madrid agree … Read more

Flames Defeat Sharks 5-2 & Keep Playoff Hopes Alive – The Hockey Writers – Calgary Flames

Flames Defeat Sharks 5-2 & Keep Playoff Hopes Alive - The Hockey Writers - Calgary Flames

On Sunday (Apr. 13), the Calgary Flames looked to pick up a win over the San Jose Sharks in hopes of keeping their playoff dreams alive. In what was a strong performance, the Flames were able to pick up a 5-2 victory over the struggling Sharks. Here is a brief recap of the game. Game … Read more

Harry Brook was put in T20 spin by ‘smog’ but hopes air clears soon for England

Harry Brook was put in T20 spin by ‘smog’ but hopes air clears soon for England

Harry Brook admitted he is a work in progress against spin in T20s but he believes the Kolkata “smog” was partly to blame for England’s lacklustre batting display in a heavy defeat by India. England continue to struggle against the turning ball in Asia, with India’s excellent spin trio of Varun Chakaravarthy, Ravi Bishnoi and … Read more