Day: June 1, 2024
Lexi Thompson failed to make the cut at the U.S. Women’s Open on Friday, three days after announcing her retirement at age 29.
Pelicans Defer First Round Pick From Lakers To 2025Pelicans Defer First Round Pick From Lakers To 2025
The New Orleans Pelicans will defer the first round pick they are owed from the Los Angeles Lakers from the 2024 draft to the 2025 edition. The Lakers own the 17th overall pick in what is widely considered a down draft, whereas the 2025 draft is expected to be strong. There are also a number of potential scenarios where the Lakers end up sending the Pelicans a higher pick in 2025.
The Lakers traded three future first round picks to the Pelicans in 2019 as part of the Anthony Davis trade.
David Griffin informed Rob Pelinka of his decision on Friday, one day ahead of the deadline.
The Pelicans own the No. 21 pick in the draft.
Fox birdies final hole to share Canadian Open leadFox birdies final hole to share Canadian Open lead
Ryan Fox closed with a 14-foot birdie putt late Friday afternoon for a 6-under 64 and a share of the second-round lead with Robert MacIntyre in the RBC Canadian Open.
D-backs put Gallen on IL with strained hamstringD-backs put Gallen on IL with strained hamstring
Arizona has placed Zac Gallen on the 15-day injured list and has recalled right-hander Slade Cecconi from Triple-A Reno.
Back in MLB, new Met Iglesias feels ‘like a rookie’Back in MLB, new Met Iglesias feels ‘like a rookie’
Hours before playing in his first major league game in nearly two years Friday night, new Mets infielder José Iglesias said that he feels “like a rookie right now.”
O’s Means, Wells need surgery, done for seasonO’s Means, Wells need surgery, done for season
Orioles pitchers John Means and Tyler Wells both need surgery for elbow issues and will miss the rest of the season.