M.l.b.’s Greatest Player

Grading the Mets' 2024 season: Players, Carlos Mendoza, and the front office

By any measure, the 2024 season was an unexpected gift for Mets fans who were bracing for the worst and seemingly getting it in April and May. Here are our season grades...

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 22

Giants have difficult decisions to make on arbitration-eligible players

The San Francisco Giants have difficult decisions to make on a few arbitration-eligible players this offseason.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 22

Pitches imperfect and bus blues: player fury at 17-day Libertadores Femenina

A congested schedule, last-minute venue changes and empty stands all marred what is supposed to be the pinnacle of South American women’s club football. This year’s Copa Libertadores Femenina, the ...

World - The Guardian - October 23

Player ratings: Liverpool stay unbeaten in Champions League thanks to Núñez winner

Liverpool continue unbeaten in the UEFA Champions League with an important performance and goal from Darwin Núñez in their 1-0 win over RB Leipzig.

Sports - ESPN - October 23

Crisis-hit Caley Thistle to announce fate of players and staff

The club, which has sacked manager Duncan Ferguson, is fighting for survival after entering administration.

This Goggle-Wearing Basketball Player Is So Much More Than a Viral Sensation

With nicknames such as “Cream Abdul-Jabbar” and “Larry Blurred,” Robbie Avila is a fan favorite. He also knows image isn’t everything.

Sports - The New York Times - October 24

Patriots demand more work, better professionalism from players in team meeting

Can the Patriots' offense get on the same page? Phil Perry details a team meeting in New England with a focus on a better day-to-day approach.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 24

Two former Penn State football players are facing rape charges

Two former Penn State football players facing felony rape charges are free on bond while they await their next hearing

Sports - ABC News - October 24

Move Over, Duolingo. Dunkin’ Is the New Chaotic Social Media Power Player

The chain’s latest online shenanigans prove that everything—even a Halloween-themed doughnut—can become a meme.

Business - Inc. - 6 days ago

The players who won often-Messi-less Miami a Supporters' Shield

Lionel Messi may have gotten the headlines, but during his lengthy absence, which of his teammates stepped up to secure Inter Miami's Supporters' Shield?

Sports - ESPN - 6 days ago

Borthwick names 17 England players given RFU deals

England head coach Steve Borthwick names a group of 17 players who will receive English rugby’s first Enhanced Elite Player Squad contracts.

Report: Two Patriots players among possible 49ers trade targets

With the 2024 NFL trade deadline less than two weeks away, the San Francisco 49ers reportedly have their eye on two New England Patriots players.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 4 days ago

Player sent off after 3 seconds in Brazil's Serie A

A Brazilian striker was sent off in a top-division match on Saturday after hitting a rival with his elbow just three seconds into a match.

Sports - ESPN - 4 days ago

Real Madrid investigate alleged racist insults directed at Barcelona players

Spain’s supreme sports council to discuss racist incidents Bristol Rovers ‘sickened’ by racist abuse aimed at Forde The Spanish government, La Liga and Real Madrid reacted strongly on Sunday ...

World - The Guardian - 3 days ago

This Player Made Premier League History, but for All the Wrong Reasons

Harry Clarke scored an own goal, gave away a penalty and was sent off for Ipswich Town on his first full game for the team on Saturday.

Sports - The New York Times - 4 days ago

USWNT player ratings: Hayes' super-subs Horan, Sears inspire win

USWNT boss Emma Hayes made the right moves as substitutes Lindsey Horan and Emma Sears rallied the hosts to victory over Iceland.

Sports - ESPN - 2 days ago

Australia rest first-choice Test players for Pakistan T20 series

Josh Inglis only inclusion who is a chance of making Test squad Australia to host three ODIs before three T20s against Pakistan Australia have opted to leave out all of their first-choice Test ...

World - The Guardian - 3 days ago

Manslaughter probe continues 1 year after hockey player's death in England

It’s been one year since the death of American hockey player Adam Johnson whose neck was fatally cut by an opponent’s skate during a game in Sheffield, England

Sports - ABC News - 3 days ago

Despite a Tragic Death, N.H.L. Players Remain Resistant to Neck Protection

What happened to Adam Johnson was a reminder that no hockey player is invincible. So why haven’t more changed?

Sports - The New York Times - 2 days ago

Rodri wins Ballon d'Or award for best men's player in world soccer

The 28-year-old Rodri won the prestigious award for the first time after helping Manchester City win the Premier League.

Madrid players back Vini. Jr after Ballon D'Or snub

Vinícius Júnior's Real Madrid and Brazil teammates have backed the star forward after he lost out to Manchester City's Rodri in the race to win the 2024 men's Ballon d'Or.

Sports - ESPN - Yesterday

Why Ten Hag failed: From player disputes to bad results

He was handed the keys to Old Trafford upon arrived. Two years on, he's been told to give them back.

Sports - ESPN - 21 hours ago

‘How Do I Boil the Water?’ The Cooking Adventures of Young N.H.L. Players.

In some ways, the transition from amateur to pro hockey is seamless. But in the kitchen, it’s an “adjustment.”

Sports - The New York Times - Yesterday

The Sims 4 added 15 million players in the past year

As part of its report for its Q2 FY25 earnings, EA noted that The Sims 4 attracted 15 million new players over the past year.

Tech - VentureBeat - 2 days ago

Pritchard became first Celtics player ever to achieve this feat vs. Bucks

Here's how Payton Pritchard made Celtics history in Monday night's win over the Bucks.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 2 days ago

Reid the fine print: Wolves prove CBA isn't helping players or teams

Unfortunately for the Timberwolves, they're left stranded due to CBA regulations that limit veteran extensions to 140% of the last salaried year — a percentage Reid is extremely unlikely to agree to.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 2 days ago

Call Of Duty Players Think They've Discovered The Next Warzone Map

Leaks have been surfacing for months about a potential map for Call of Duty: Warzone called Avalon. While nothing has been confirmed by Activision, players now believe the rumored map can be seen ...

Tech - GameSpot - Yesterday

Standouts from the updated women's basketball recruiting player rankings

As high school basketball begins, these are the players to watch from ESPN's updated 2025, 2026 and 2027 rankings. Plus, freshmen to keep an eye on.

Sports - ESPN - 20 hours ago

QB Room, Week 8: NFL trade deadline's top names to watch as contenders try to help their star passers

The 49ers, Chiefs, Lions, Commanders, Chargers, Bills, Eagles and others want to help their QBs at the trade deadline. But maybe not the way you think.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - Yesterday

Carabao Cup win doesn't let Man United's players off the hook

Wednesday's triumph was a much-needed win for Man United, but make no mistake: this is not evidence that the club has turned a corner.

Sports - ESPN - 7 hours ago

Tennis event canceled after players and coach are victims of a 'virtual' kidnapping in Mexico

The Mexican Tennis Federation has canceled a junior tournament in the central state of Guanajuato after 10 players, all underage, and a coach, were victims of a “virtual” kidnapping

Sports - ABC News - 18 hours ago

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