All-Star Bo Bichette returned to the Toronto Blue Jays for the World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers after missing 1 1/2 months because of a sprained left knee and was set to play second base for the first time in six years. Bichette, a two-time All-Star and AL hits leader, was set to bat cleanup in Friday night’s opener. He hadn’t played since he sprained his left knee … [Read more...] about Toronto’s Bo Bichette activated for World Series, at second base for first time since 2019
NBA’s return to NBC averages 5.61M viewers, most-watched October opening night in 15 years
The NBA's return to NBC with a doubleheader on Tuesday night averaged 5.61 million viewers, marking the most-watched October opening night in 15 years. According to Nielsen, this is an 87% increase over last year's opener on TNT Sports. The first game, featuring the Oklahoma City Thunder and Houston Rockets, averaged 5.85 million viewers. The audience peaked at 7.1 million … [Read more...] about NBA’s return to NBC averages 5.61M viewers, most-watched October opening night in 15 years
George Springer can’t dodge sign-stealing questions before World Series
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The college-to-pro move for coaches has a mixed history, from Jerry Tarkanian to Jimmy Johnson
Tony Vitello's move from college coach to pro manager is a rare journey in modern baseball. After leading Tennessee to its first College World Series title in 2024, Vitello has been hired by Buster Posey to manage the San Francisco Giants. While others like Casey Stengel and Pat Murphy have transitioned from college to the majors, Vitello is the first in modern history to do so … [Read more...] about The college-to-pro move for coaches has a mixed history, from Jerry Tarkanian to Jimmy Johnson
Carney challenges Trump to make a bet on the World Series as Canada’s team plays the Dodgers
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is challenging U.S. President Donald Trump to make a friendly wager on the outcome of the World Series between the Toronto Blue Jays and Los Angeles Dodgers. But Carney said Trump hasn’t returned his call yet on the potential bet. “He doesn’t like to lose. He hasn’t called. He hasn’t returned my call yet on the bet so I’m ready. We’re ready … [Read more...] about Carney challenges Trump to make a bet on the World Series as Canada’s team plays the Dodgers