When it came to the Detroit Tigers, seeing was disbelieving — at least in the eyes of the oddsmakers and sports bettors. Detroit’s stunning rally to grab an American League wild-card spot and then eliminate Houston in the playoffs last year seemed like a mirage. A typical All-Star player made more than the combined salaries…
When quarterback Brock Purdy was clearing out his locker in January after the San Francisco 49ers missed the NFL playoffs, he was asked about his upcoming contract talks. “I want to get it done quick,” Purdy said. “I’m not the kind of guy that wants to have any kind of drama associated with anything.” Purdy…
May 12, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Justin Verlander (35) delivers a pitch against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the first inning at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-Imagn Images Justin Verlander will be seeking to end a career-worst winless streak to open a season when he faces one of…
May 16, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Colorado Rockies Interim Manager Warren Schaeffer (34) looks on prior the game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-Imagn Images Colorado interim manager Warren Schaeffer had a game — and a celebration — that he will never forget Saturday. The shaving cream on his face…
May 17, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Red Sox designated hitter Rafael Devers (11) hits a walk off home run against the Atlanta Braves during the ninth inning at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images Rafael Devers’ leadoff home run in the bottom of the ninth inning helped the Boston Red Sox come back…
May 17, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Red Sox designated hitter Rafael Devers (11) celebrates with third baseman Alex Bregman (2) after hitting a walk off home run against the Atlanta Braves during the ninth inning at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images Rafael Devers’ leadoff home run in the bottom of the ninth…
May 17, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars defenseman Thomas Harley (55) catches the puck in the air as Winnipeg Jets left wing Alex Iafallo (9) looks on during the second period in game six of the second round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images Thomas…
May 13, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas Rangers pitcher Jack Leiter (35) throws to the plate during the fifth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images Texas rookie right-hander Jack Leiter will look to make his first impact in the Battle for the Silver Boot when the…
Apr 5, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Dynamo FC midfielder Jack McGlynn (21) celebrates his goal against the Los Angeles FC in the second half at Shell Energy Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images Jack McGlynn scored on a long-range effort after halftime to break the deadlock and the Houston Dynamo pulled away to a…
May 17, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Landen Roupp (65) delivers a pitch against the Athletics during the first inning at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images Major league RBI leader Wilmer Flores drew a nine-pitch walk with the bases loaded and two outs in the bottom of…
