Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani returns to mound vs. Nationals

Jun 19, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) laughs with starting pitche Roki Sasaki (11) and trainer Yosuke Nakajima in the dugout prior to the game against the San Diego Padres at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images The first inning on Sunday afternoon will feel at…

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Orioles aim to continue ascent in series finale vs. A’s

Jun 7, 2025; West Sacramento, California, USA; Baltimore Orioles center fielder Colton Cowser (17) celebrates with teammates after hitting a solo home run against the Athletics during the sixth inning at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Lee-Imagn Images The Baltimore Orioles were such huge disappointments that Brandon Hyde was fired in mid-May despite winning…

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Best defense faces best offense as Lynx visit Mercury

Jul 6, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Lynx guard Natisha Hiedeman (2) shoots against the Chicago Sky in the fourth quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images The best defensive team in the league will meet one of the hottest offenses when the Minnesota Lynx visit the Phoenix Mercury on Wednesday. The Lynx…

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Pacers backups star, stake Indiana to 2-1 Finals lead

Jun 11, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers guard T.J. McConnell (9) celebrates after a play during the fourth quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder in game three of the 2025 NBA Finals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images INDIANAPOLIS — NBA Finals marquees aren’t for backups. However, as the 20,000 golden T-shirts…

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How to Make Homemade Pasta Like an Italian

TL;DR: It’s not necessarily the pasta water. It’s the marriage of starch, cheese and water, Eric Kim writes. This spoonable pasta is a dance of sorts between two pots: one with fresh green beans and orecchiette, the other with sausage ragù.David Malosh for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Simon Andrews. Published May 28, 2025Updated…

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LAFC runs unbeaten streak to 6, trounce Sounders 4-0

May 14, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles FC defender Marlon (5) celebrates a goal by midfielder Cengiz Ünder (22) against the Seattle Sounders during the first half at BMO Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Alex Gallardo-Imagn Images Cengiz Under, Jeremy Ebobisse, Denis Bouanga and Yaw Yeboah scored as Los Angeles FC pulled away late to…

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Coco Gauff reaches Rome semis; Aryna Sabalenka out

Mar 22, 2025; Miami, FL, USA; Coco Gauff (USA) hits a forehand against Maria Sakkari (GRE)(not pictured) on day five of the Miami Open at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images Coco Gauff continued her mastery over Russian teen Mirra Andreeva and returned to the Italian Open semifinals with a 6-4, 7-6 (5)…

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