The NFL widened its gaping foothold on the country’s sporting conscious when Thursday’s season opener came down to a toe. Bedlam swirled before and after replay found that Baltimore Ravens receiver Isaiah Likely clearly touched the tip of his cleat out of bounds upon snagging a would-be touchdown pass as time expired. Football was back—in…
Sept 5 2024; Flushing, NY, USA; Jessica Pegula (USA) reacts after beating Karolina Muchova (CZE) on day eleven of the 2024 U.S. Open tennis tournament at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images Jessica Pegula overcame a slow start, pulling off a stunning comeback to beat Karolina Muchova 1-6, 6-4,…
Sep 5, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice (4) runs the ball as Baltimore Ravens linebacker Roquan Smith (0) defends during the first half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images Kansas City rookie first-round pick Xavier Worthy caught a 35-yard touchdown and ran for…
Sep 4, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets left fielder Brandon Nimmo (9) and center fielder Harrison Bader (44) and right fielder Tyrone Taylor (15) celebrate after defeating the Boston Red Sox at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images Even though they didn’t play, the New York Mets continued their…
Sep 4, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals pitcher Lucas Erceg (60) celebrates with catcher Freddy Fermin (34) after the win over the Cleveland Guardians at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images A rested and relieved Kansas City Royals squad welcomes the visiting Minnesota Twins on Friday, opening a three-game series between…
Houston Astros left fielder Yordan Alvarez (44) walks back to the dugout after striking out in the seventh inning of the MLB game between the Cincinnati Reds and Houston Astros at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati on Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2024. After a four-game sweep of the Kansas City Royals last weekend, the Astros went…
Sep 4, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Brewers designated hitter Jackson Chourio (11) breaks his bat while hitting a double during the fourth inning against the St. Louis Cardinals at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images A day off came at a good time for the Milwaukee Brewers, who ventured into extra innings…
Sep 4, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; St. Louis Cardinals pinch hitter Luken Baker (26) high fives first base coach Stubby Clapp (82) after driving in a run during the tenth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images The St. Louis Cardinals fought hard during a difficult schedule stretch…
Aug 24, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Tarik Skubal (29) delivers a pitch against the Chicago White Sox during the first inning at Guaranteed Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images Detroit Tigers left-hander Tarik Skubal will try for his major-league-leading 17th victory when he takes the mound in the opener of…
Sep 5, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres left fielder Jurickson Profar (10) watches a grand slam hit by Detroit Tigers center fielder Parker Meadows (not pictured) go over the wall during the ninth inning at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Denis Poroy-Imagn Images There is no time for the San Diego Padres to…
