Shai Gilgeous-Alexander admitted “the nerves were natural” Sunday when the top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder struggled offensively to start Game 7 of their Western Conference semifinal against Denver. Jettisoning those jitters hinged upon OKC’s calling card — gritty, high-pressure defense personified in veteran Alex Caruso. What the headbanded, 6-foot-5 reserve guard lacks in brand awareness he…
Newark Liberty International Airport, one of the nation’s busiest airports, has been struggling with major delays and cancellations amid technological disruptions, staffing shortages and a runway closure. Communication problems, including a brief radar outage at the air traffic control facility on Friday and an outage last month, have left travelers wondering how safe it is…
The Gaimin Gladiators, PARIVISION, Tundra Esports and Team Falcons emerged from the elimination phase with sweeps on Sunday to advance to the playoffs at the Dota 2 Esports World Cup 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The quarterfinals are scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday. The elimination phase began on Saturday with Xtreme Gaming, Team Yandex, Talon…
Jun 27, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers (5) and Indiana Fever forward Natasha Howard (6) in action during the game between the Dallas Wings and the Indiana Fever at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images Dallas hopes for the return of injured standouts Arike Ogunbowale and DiJonai Carrington…
Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Alex Pietrangelo. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images Alex Pietrangelo has stepped away from the Vegas Golden Knights for health reasons and his return is uncertain. Vegas general manager Kelly McCrimmon said the physical roadblocks facing the 35-year-old defenseman involve reconstructive surgery to address worsening hip issues. Pietrangelo had 33 points (29…
Jun 12, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros starting pitcher Framber Valdez (59) reacts after striking out the Chicago White Sox with the bases loaded to end the top of the first inning at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images Framber Valdez is one of the hottest pitchers in the majors, and the left-hander…
Oct 8, 2023; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; New York Giants tight end Darren Waller (12) reaches for the football but cannot make a catch against Miami Dolphins cornerback Xavien Howard (25) during the second quarter at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images Darren Waller is returning to the NFL this season with the…
Nov 29, 2024; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes center Jordan Staal (11) checks Florida Panthers center Aleksander Barkov (16) during the second period t Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images The Florida Panthers and Carolina Hurricanes pride themselves on making the simple plays. Nothing fancy. Just get the puck to the right person…
Jun 24, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Seattle Mariners team celebrates after defeating the Minnesota Twins at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images The Seattle Mariners are starting to look like a first-place team again. Seattle remains in second place in the American League West but appears ready to re-challenge the Houston Astros for the…
Jun 15, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles catcher Gary Sanchez (99) hits a grand slam during the seventh inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images With key right-handed bats getting healthy, the Baltimore Orioles might be all right against left-handed pitching going forward….
