When Shota Imanaga and four relievers teamed up to shut out the St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday afternoon, they pushed the Chicago Cubs’ record to 48-33 at the MLB midpoint. If being on pace for the franchise’s most wins since the 2016 World Series champs doesn’t scream legitimate title contender, then what does? Perhaps the…
May 30, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Washington Nationals outfielder James Wood celebrates after hitting a solo home run in the third inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images Two teams trending in opposite directions meet Saturday when the Washington Nationals continue a three-game series against the slumping Arizona…
Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Merrill Kelly (29) throws a pitch against the Texas Rangers during the first inning in game two of the 2023 World Series at Globe Life Field on Oct. 28, 2023, Arlington, Texas. Arizona veteran right-hander Merrill Kelly will take the mound for what could be the final time with the Diamondbacks…
Jun 12, 2025; Oakmont, Pennsylvania, USA; JJ Spaun lines up his putt on the 14th green during the first round of the U.S. Open golf tournament. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images OAKMONT, Pa. — Riding a hot start fueled by a chip-in birdie on his opening hole, J.J. Spaun set the early pace at the…
Jul 19, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Mariners right fielder Dominic Canzone (8), left, is congratulated by catcher Cal Raleigh (29) in the dugout after hitting a two-run double during the third inning against the Houston Astros at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images Rookie Cole Young singled home the winning run in the…
Oct 19, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles FC forward Carlos Vela (10) walks to the field before the game against the San Jose Earthquake at BMO Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-Imagn Images Los Angeles FC legend Carlos Vela, who set the MLS single-season record with 34 goals in 2019, announced his retirement on…
May 10, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Dustin May (85) reacts after an out against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the second inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images With a four-game losing streak now behind them, the Los Angeles Dodgers will be out to win a series against the visiting…
Rutgers Scarlet Knights guard Dylan Harper (2) and guard/forward Ace Bailey (4) stand on the court prior to the game against the Penn State Nittany Lions at Bryce Jordan Center. Mandatory Credit: Matthew O’Haren-Imagn Images Here is the challenge for everyone behind the Dallas Mavericks, who will invest the No. 1 pick on purported franchise…
Jul 2, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; San Francisco Giants outfielder Mike Yastrzemski (5) celebrates with shortstop Willy Adames (2) after hitting a solo home run in the first inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-Imagn Images Jung Hoo Lee singled, doubled, tripled, drove in a run and scored two for…
Jun 10, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona (77) stands in the dugout in the fourth inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images In a span of 10 pitches Saturday, the Cincinnati Reds ensured they wouldn’t be swept for the first time this season by the…
