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What to expect from the Cubs, Red Sox, Orioles, and more this offseason with Jeff Passan | Baseball Bar-B-Cast

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman are joined by ESPN MLB Insider Jeff Passan as they discuss which teams intrigue them the most this offseason before making their picks for The Good, The Bad & The ...

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 8 hours ago

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Sources: Cubs' Bellinger opts in for next season

Cubs infielder/outfielder Cody Bellinger has decided to stay in Chicago after opting into his contract for the 2025 season, sources told ESPN.

Sports - ESPN - November 2

Sources: Angels add ex-Cubs RHP Hendricks

Free agent pitcher Kyle Hendricks has agreed to a one year, $2.5 million contract with the Los Angeles Angels, sources familiar with the situation told ESPN.

Sports - ESPN - November 6

Ranking last 10 World Series: Dodgers vs. Yankees can't quite live up to hype in 2024 Fall Classic

The Dodgers-Yankees series had high hopes and huge moments, but only lasted five games

Sports - CBS Sports - October 31

Cody Bellinger free agency: Cubs outfielder picks up player option to remain in Chicago, per report

Bellinger has another player option for 2026

Sports - CBS Sports - November 2

Report: Cody Bellinger picks up his $27.5 million player option with the Cubs

Bellinger batted .266 with 18 home runs and 78 RBIs in 130 games this year. He was on the injured list from April 24 to May 7 with a right rib fracture.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 4

MLB rumors: Mets interested in Garrett Crochet; D-backs and Pirates could deal pitching

Here's the latest from the MLB hot stove

Sports - CBS Sports - 6 days ago

Lion cub evacuated from Lebanon to South African sanctuary escapes airstrikes, abuse

When Sara first arrived at her rescuers’ home, she was sick, tired, and was covered in ringworms and signs of abuse all over her little furry body

World - ABC News - 13 hours ago

Inheritance tax increases expected in Budget

It is not known how many people are likely to end up paying more under the government's plan.

Sources: Middleton expected to miss opener

Bucks star Khris Middleton, who is rehabbing from offseason ankle surgeries, is expected to miss Wednesday's season opener against the 76ers, sources told ESPN.

Sports - ESPN - October 21

WPP Returns to Growth, Beating Expectations

WPP reported a surprise rise in organic revenue for the third quarter, returning to growth after declines in previous quarters, as it benefited from higher spending among its bigger clients and a ...

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 23

Bloomsbury to beat expectations on ‘romantasy’ boom

Publisher reports best-ever first half as sales of authors such as Sarah J Maas and JK Rowling continue to soar

Business - Financial Times - October 24

Bud Light Owner's U.S. Sales Bounce Back After Boycott

After over a year of seeing its American sales hammered by a boycott, Anheuser-Busch InBev said its U.S. sales had bounced back, helping the Bud Light owner partly outweigh big drops internationally.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 31

Here's the weather expected for Halloween night

Weather in the Northeast will be warmer than usual during Halloween, a change from what's usually a cold night for families who will be out trick-or-treating. CBS News' Lana Zak breaks down what's ...

What to expect on US election night

Don’t anticipate results tonight, but there will be some early indicators

World - Financial Times - November 5

FirstFT: Decision day in America

Also in today’s newsletter, Boeing workers vote to end strike and Ukraine encounters first North Korean troops on the battlefield

World - Financial Times - November 5

Grammy Awards 2025: List of nominees

The Recording Academy announced its nominees for the 67th Grammy Awards on Friday.

Athanasiou Expected to Be Placed on Waivers by Blackhawks

Chicago is expected to be making a change up front and sending Athanasiou down to the AHL.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 4 days ago

What to expect for AI under Trump

President-elect Trump’s return to the White House has those in the artificial intelligence (AI) industry preparing for potential cutbacks in regulation and federal funding. From the launch of ...

Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago

Netflix third-quarter subscribers barely beat estimates as ad-tier members jump 35%

Netflix's ad-tier memberships jumped 35%. The company is on track to launch the service in Canada in the coming quarter and more broadly in 2025.

Business - CNBC - October 17

Merck KGaA Shares Jump on Expectations of AI Boost

The German company said booming artificial-intelligence demand would help its electronics sales grow faster than previously expected over the medium term.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 17

Dune: Messiah Might Arrive Sooner Than Expected

Following the release of Dune: Part Two earlier this year, director Denis Villeneuve suggested that he might take an extended break from the franchise before returning for a third film based on ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 18

US expected to pay up to $20bn into G7 loan for Ukraine

Washington’s contribution would follow months of wrangling to secure funding before presidential election

Business - Financial Times - October 18

What to expect from NFL Week 7

Week 7 of the NFL kicked off with a bang Tuesday after a pair of star receivers were traded to two teams vying for a spot in the postseason. Shanna McCarriston, NFL writer for CBS Sports.com, joins ...

'Sorry' water boss has plan to end sewage spillages

Water UK chief apologises for the industry's performance as the sector faces a "root and branch" review.

Deion Sanders and Colorado Are Winning in a Way No One Expected

The Buffaloes have quietly made their way into the thick of the Big 12 title race, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

Sports - The New York Times - October 22

If Trump wins, expect a hiring spree of MAGA fanatics

We must choose between the Constitution and a second Trump administration. Republicans have made clear we cannot have both.

Politics - The Hill - October 23

Hezbollah leader's expected successor killed in Israeli airstrike

Hezbollah on Wednesday confirmed one of its top officials, expected to be the group’s next leader, was killed in an Israeli airstrike. Hashem Safieddine, a powerful cleric within the ...

Politics - The Hill - October 23

Swedbank Climbs After Results Beat Expectations

Shares in the Swedish lender rose after it reported results for the third quarter that exceeded analysts’ expectations both at the top and bottom lines.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 23

Danone Sales Growth Beats Market Expectations

The French food company confirmed its full-year guidance after a strong performance in North America and robust growth in sales volumes helped it deliver higher-than-expected organic revenue growth ...

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 24

Hasbro’s third-quarter profit beats expectations, but its stock slips

Hasbro Inc.’s third-quarter profit beat expectations Thursday, fueled by its gaming and licensing businesses shares, but the toy maker’s stock is down 4%.

Business - MarketWatch - October 24

Beyoncé expected to perform at Harris rally in Houston

Pop superstar Beyoncé will appear with Vice President Kamala Harris at her event in Houston on Friday evening, according to three sources familiar with the plans.

Prosecutor in Menendez Brothers Case to Ask Court for Resentencing

The request from George Gascón, the Los Angeles County district attorney, could lead to Lyle and Erik Menendez being released from prison, decades after they were convicted of murdering their parents.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 24

Watch Live: DA recommends resentencing in Menendez brothers' case

The Los Angeles County District Attorney announced he recommends the Menendez brothers be resentenced for the 1989 murder of their parents.

Kupp scores in return; McVay expects WR to stay

Rams coach Sean McVay said he was "really glad" to have Cooper Kupp back on the field, adding, "And that's what I expect to stay that way."

Sports - ESPN - October 25

Chancellor set to hike employers' National Insurance to raise £20bn

Rachel Reeves is also expected to lower the threshold for when employers start paying the tax, in next week's Budget.

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