There has been no traction on any Kevin Durant trade now more than two-and-a-half weeks removed from his June 30 request for the Nets to deal him to one of his preferred destinations. The latest updates from ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski don’t provide much new information: The Nets want the kitchen sink, the stove and oven,…
Day: July 19, 2022
Juan Soto wins the Home Run Derby, while Albert Pujols receives an impromptu salute from his fellow All-Stars
Juan Soto’s name came up recently in trade speculation after he reportedly turned down a 15-year, $440 million contract offer to stay with the Washington Nationals. The outfielder was in the spotlight during Monday’s media sessions. And Monday night, he took center stage by winning the Home Run Derby. Soto tossed his bat high in…
The 10 most intriguing people in the Ravens organization for 2022
Are the Ravens a Super Bowl contender set up for an easy reload after injuries destroyed their 2021 season? Or are they a team in transition as they lick their wounds from last winter and navigate a tricky contract situation with franchise quarterback Lamar Jackson? Their roster is stuffed with former All-Pros and lauded draft…
Noah Lyles vs. Erriyon Knighton in the 200: The rivalry track and field has waited for
EUGENE, Ore. – The first time Noah Lyles and Erriyon Knighton, the two fastest runners over 200 meters this season, met after Lyle poured fuel onto global track and field’s five-alarm rivalry was during doping control at the U.S. Championships. “When we were both trying to pee for drug testing,” Lyles said laughing. Knighton wasn’t…
Home Run Derby: Nationals’ Juan Soto tops Mariners’ Julio Rodriguez
LOS ANGELES ― Juan Soto saved his best for last. The Washington Nationals designated hitter defeated Seattle Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez to win the Home Run Derby on Monday night at Dodger Stadium, turning the annual slugfest into a showcase for two of baseball’s bright young stars. The 23-year-old Soto, who was competing in the…
Juan Soto wins the Home Run Derby, while Albert Pujols receives an impromptu salute from his fellow All-Stars
Juan Soto’s name came up recently in trade speculation after he reportedly turned down a 15-year, $440 million contract offer to stay with the Washington Nationals. The outfielder was in the spotlight during Monday’s media sessions. And Monday night, he took center stage by winning the Home Run Derby. Soto tossed his bat high in…
Nets trying to trade Kevin Durant but deal not imminent: report
There has been no traction on any Kevin Durant trade now more than two-and-a-half weeks removed from his June 30 request for the Nets to deal him to one of his preferred destinations. The latest updates from ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski don’t provide much new information: The Nets want the kitchen sink, the stove and oven,…
Homer heaven: For dazzled Dodger Stadium fans, this Derby was a delight
Baseball fans attend the All-Star Home Run Derby on Monday at Dodger Stadium. (Photo by Sarah Reingewirtz, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG) Ticket prices to attend the Major League Baseball All-Star Game’s Home Run Derby sailed as high as many of the home runs hit by the likes of Albert Pujols, Juan Soto and Pete Alonso.…
200 firefighters battling brush fire near California-Mexico border
Nearly 200 firefighters were battling a brush fire on Sunday afternoon southeast of Otay Lake that had a moderate “rate of spread” and charred 60 acres of vegetation, Cal Fire officials said. The fire was initially reported as four separate fires on the west side of the Otay Mountain wilderness area but quickly became one,…
J.D. Martinez on MVP debate: ‘How are you going to compete with Ohtani?’
LOS ANGELES — Although there are more than two months to go in the season, J.D. Martinez has no doubt about who the American League MVP is this season. Shohei Ohtani. “I think it’s a no-brainer,” the Boston Red Sox slugger said. “How are you going to compete with Ohtani? He’s gonna win it for…
Pete Alonso’s Home Run Derby reign is over
The reign of terror is over. There was no three-peat, or three-Pete, at the Home Run Derby. Mets’ first baseman Pete Alonso chased his third straight victory at the event and came up short. Mariners’ phenom Julio Rodriguez proved too big of a roadblock, beating Alonso in the semifinals before Juan Soto took him out…
Five sea lions return to ocean after recuperating at Laguna Beach rescue
Five male sea lion yearlings on Sunday, July 17, emerged from kennels perched on the sand at Aliso Beach and flippered toward the rolling waves of the Pacific Ocean. First, two went out together, then three more ran out. The group gathered at the water with two — seemingly kissing — then they swam out…
Five sea lions return to ocean after recuperating at Laguna Beach rescue
Five male sea lion yearlings on Sunday, July 17, emerged from kennels perched on the sand at Aliso Beach and flippered toward the rolling waves of the Pacific Ocean. First, two went out together, then three more ran out. The group gathered at the water with two — seemingly kissing — then they swam out…
Nets trying to trade Kevin Durant but deal not imminent: report
There has been no traction on any Kevin Durant trade now more than two-and-a-half weeks removed from his June 30 request for the Nets to deal him to one of his preferred destinations. The latest updates from ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski don’t provide much new information: The Nets want the kitchen sink, the stove and oven,…
200 firefighters battling brush fire near California-Mexico border
Nearly 200 firefighters were battling a brush fire on Sunday afternoon southeast of Otay Lake that had a moderate “rate of spread” and charred 60 acres of vegetation, Cal Fire officials said. The fire was initially reported as four separate fires on the west side of the Otay Mountain wilderness area but quickly became one,…
J.D. Martinez on MVP debate: ‘How are you going to compete with Ohtani?’
LOS ANGELES — Although there are more than two months to go in the season, J.D. Martinez has no doubt about who the American League MVP is this season. Shohei Ohtani. “I think it’s a no-brainer,” the Boston Red Sox slugger said. “How are you going to compete with Ohtani? He’s gonna win it for…
The 10 most intriguing people in the Ravens organization for 2022
Are the Ravens a Super Bowl contender set up for an easy reload after injuries destroyed their 2021 season? Or are they a team in transition as they lick their wounds from last winter and navigate a tricky contract situation with franchise quarterback Lamar Jackson? Their roster is stuffed with former All-Pros and lauded draft…
Orioles reset: As Baltimore adds to future through draft, strong first half comes with elite young talent on the way
In Matt Holliday’s one season with the New York Yankees in 2017, his oldest son, Jackson, came with his dad and the team to Baltimore, shagging fly balls in the outfield during batting practice at Camden Yards. Jackson Holliday shared that story Sunday night after the Orioles made him the first overall pick in the…
Shark sighting closes part of Huntington Beach shoreline
A stretch of Huntington Beach shoreline has been closed following reports of a shark sighting. The city has closed Sunset Beach between Warner Avenue and Anderson Street “out of an abundance of caution” due to the reported sighting. The beach is expected to remain closed for several hours. from Signage https://ift.tt/SkFAJdf via Irvine Sign Company
Dates for 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games announced
The 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles will open July 14 and run through July 30, LA 28 officials announced Monday. The 2028 Paralympic Games will begin August 15 and run through August 27. “Today marks the official countdown to the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games,” LA28 chief athlete officer Janet Evans said in a…