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Muriel, the Colombian club that champions the Europa League

Muriel, the Colombian club that champions the Europa League

Muriel, the Colombian club that achieved a stunning victory in the Europa League, showcased its immense talent and determination on the international stage. Although they competed in MLS, their impact was felt far beyond the domestic league. With a combination of skill, teamwork and sheer determination, Muriel's journey to becoming champion has been nothing short of extraordinary. On his path to glory, Muriel faced formidable opponents, including the famous Atalanta. With players like Falcao and Bacca leading the charge as artillerymen, Muriel demonstrated his attacking prowess and ability to produce game-changing performances when it mattered most. Throughout the competition, Muriel's…
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The Lakers officially introduce JJ Redick as their new coach

The Lakers officially introduce JJ Redick as their new coach

In an engaging sports discussion, prominent sports personalities Skip Bayless, Rachel Nichols and Keyshawn Johnson delve into the latest news, covering various topics, including JJ Redick's highly anticipated press conference announcing his Los Angeles Lakers. As the conversation unfolds, Skip Bayless, known for his insightful analysis, provides his unique perspective on the addition of Redick to the Lakers roster. With his quick wit and deep understanding of the game, Bayless explores the potential impact Redick’s shooting prowess and veteran experience can bring to the team. He raises questions about how Redick’s presence will complement the Lakers’ current star-studded roster and…
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Christopher Bell vying for number 1

Christopher Bell vying for number 1

Christopher Bell found success over the weekend by winning both the Xfinity and Cup races Saturday-Sunday at New Hampshire Motor Speedway. It was the first time this season that a driver won multiple times in NASCAR National Series races on the same weekend. The move moved Bell from third to second in the standings, and this analysis seemed like a good time to take a look at whether these ranked drivers have ever won a Cup race and another NASCAR National Series race in a weekend and how many times they won. This year I did double duty. Cup drivers…
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Ken Holtzman, Who Pitched Two No-Hitters for the Cubs, Is Dead at 78

Ken Holtzman, Who Pitched Two No-Hitters for the Cubs, Is Dead at 78

Related media - Connected media Ken Holtzman, a left-hander who pitched two no-hitters for the Chicago Cubs and won three World Series with the Oakland A’s in a 15-season career, died on Monday in St. Louis. He was 78. He had been hospitalized for the last three weeks with heart and respiratory illnesses, his brother, Bob, said in confirming the death. Holtzman won 174 games, the most for a Jewish pitcher in Major League Baseball — nine more than the Hall of Famer Sandy Koufax, who is considered one of the best pitchers ever and who had a shorter career.…
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NFL Draft 2024 live updates: Latest mock draft, rankings, trades and start time

NFL Draft 2024 live updates: Latest mock draft, rankings, trades and start time

Linked media - Related media By now, you probably understand what Bills general manager Brandon Beane is all about. He has a history of trading up. He did it for Josh Allen, Tremaine Edmunds, Cody Ford, Dawson Knox, Zack Moss, Kaiir Elam, Khalil Shakir and Dalton Kincaid. That’s eight times in six drafts, four in the first round. To his credit, he actually has traded down during one draft, doing so twice in the 2022 second round before taking James Cook. Beane said he had a trade to move down last year and would have done it if he couldn’t…
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What could Caitlin Clark’s WNBA transition from Iowa look like?

What could Caitlin Clark’s WNBA transition from Iowa look like?

Linked media - Associated media Reality is coming. In the words of Diana Taurasi, as spoken to Scott Van Pelt on SportsCenter, Caitlin Clark is due for a reckoning when she gets to the WNBA. After four years of dominating the college game, Clark is starting the next chapter of her career at the bottom as one of the youngest players in the most talented league in the world. Regardless of what the overall arc of Clark’s career ends up being, it is unlikely that she hits the ground running as the best player on the court every night, as…
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NFL Draft 2024 ‘The Beast’ Guide: Dane Brugler’s scouting reports and player rankings

NFL Draft 2024 ‘The Beast’ Guide: Dane Brugler’s scouting reports and player rankings

Linked media - Related media Finally! It’s here. I’m thrilled to share this year’s draft guide with everyone. I don’t remember who first referred to it as “The Beast,” but I use that moniker as motivation to make sure this annual primer lives up to the nickname — and I don’t think I’ve let you down this year. Every NFL prospect is a puzzle. And it is a scout’s job to find the puzzle pieces to create as clear a picture of each player as possible. Those puzzle pieces include everything from the player’s physical traits to his mental makeup…
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NBA Pre-Postseason Player Tiers 1 and 2: Wembanyama quickly rising; Giannis, Jokić steady at top

NBA Pre-Postseason Player Tiers 1 and 2: Wembanyama quickly rising; Giannis, Jokić steady at top

Related media - Connected media Yesterday, I largely focused on setting the table for the updated NBA Pre-Postseason Players Tiers before revealing Tier 3 (players between the 24th and 42nd spot) and Tier 4 (Nos. 43-80). Today, I’m going to get a little more into some of the more interesting and/or challenging placements, as well as note a few overall trends. For starters, a consistent bit of feedback — and one I’ve gotten from multiple sources since the release of Tiers 3 and 4 — is the always difficult evaluation of which player is more valuable between an elite role…
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U.S. Soccer took a gamble waiting for Emma Hayes, leaving USWNT’s style of play in limbo

U.S. Soccer took a gamble waiting for Emma Hayes, leaving USWNT’s style of play in limbo

Associated media - Connected media In November, U.S. Soccer gambled that it was worth sacrificing a year of continuous preparation under a permanent manager to hire Emma Hayes. For eight months following the 2023 World Cup, interim management has overseen the U.S. women’s national team. To her credit, Twila Kilgore’s tenure as placeholder helped turn over the player pool and saw her team win a pair of tune-up competitions this spring. Still, it’s been a lost year for the program at a time when it was in sore need of a clear new vision. Hayes’ first games as USWNT manager…
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