Baseball lightens up, goes deep at the Midsummer ClassicBaseball lightens up, goes deep at the Midsummer Classic
This year’s All-Star Game aimed to do more than play a game, and it showed off baseball’s stars. But did it connect with fans?
Day: July 18, 2018
Monumental mashing: Ranking D.C.’s record 10 All-Star Game homersMonumental mashing: Ranking D.C.’s record 10 All-Star Game homers
The 2018 Midsummer Classic turned into Home Run Derby Part 2 on an epic night at Nats Park. We break down which dingers brought the most drama.
The 9 most impressive rookies in NBA summer league, rankedThe 9 most impressive rookies in NBA summer league, ranked
Las Vegas Summer League is all about the rookies. Teams get an early chance to see if their draft picks have improved on their college scouting reports, while the players get a unique opportunity to leave a strong first impression in front of an NBA audience. This was considered a strong draft class, and summer league only reinforced that idea. Even as a few notable lottery picks like Dallas’ Luka Doncic and Denver’s Michael Porter Jr. sat out, the rookies put on a show that will leave lots of fanbases optimistic heading into the season. These were the nine best rookies at Las Vegas Summer League. Sexton willed the Cavs to the semifinals at summer league by doing the same thing he’s done all
Cards TE Seals-Jones arrested after hotel scuffleCards TE Seals-Jones arrested after hotel scuffle
Cardinals tight end Ricky Seals-Jones was arrested on three charges Saturday night after a scuffle ensued when he was denied entrance to the W Scottsdale to use a bathroom, according to Scottsdale police.
Manny Machado’s future is coming into focusManny Machado’s future is coming into focus
As he wore an Orioles jersey, probably for the final time, in Tuesday’s All-Star Game, Machado seemed destined for the Dodgers. But don’t strike the pose just yet.
Machado’s future is coming into focusMachado’s future is coming into focus
As he wore an Orioles jersey, probably for the last time, in Tuesday’s All-Star Game, Manny Machado seemed destined for the Dodgers. But hold on a second.
KD wins another award: Humanitarian of YearKD wins another award: Humanitarian of Year
Warriors star Kevin Durant was named Sports Humanitarian of the Year for his leadership in the community. The Finals MVP pledged $10 million to help disadvantaged youth attend college. He established the Kevin Durant Charity Foundation in 2012.
Machado to Dodgers trade reportedly ‘happening’Machado to Dodgers trade reportedly ‘happening’
Orioles shortstop Manny Machado played five innings in Tuesday’s All-Star Game presented by Mastercard, going hitless in two at-bats and leaving shortly before 11 p.m. in what is expected to be his swan song in black and orange.
Report: Dodgers on verge of trade for MachadoReport: Dodgers on verge of trade for Machado
The Dodgers are on the cusp of securing Orioles star Manny Machado in a package that includes prospect Yusniel Diaz, according to a report from The Athletic.
Report: Machado on verge of trade to DodgersReport: Machado on verge of trade to Dodgers
The Dodgers are on the cusp of securing Orioles star Manny Machado in a package that includes prospect Yusniel Diaz, according to a report from The Athletic.