Author: Mikesportz

With a heavy heart and a big bat, Wilyer Abreu stole the show for the Red Sox in a big getaway day performance on Sunday against the Rangers, mashing a pair of homers to lead his team to a 7-2 victory in the rubber match of a three-game series at Globe Life Field. Mourning the loss of his grandmother — which he learned about after Saturday’s defeat — Abreu dedicated Sunday to her. And what a dedication it was, as Abreu drove in four runs in the first multi-homer game of his career. “I was playing for her,” Abreu said.…

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Antwerp have agreed a deal with Udinese that see’s midfielder Jurgen Ekkelenkamp depart Belgium after two seasons. The 24-year-old has joined the Serie A side on a contract that will run until 2029. The fee is expected to be in the region of what Antwerp paid to sign the midfielder, which was around €5m from Hertha Berlin. × In truth, Ekkelenkamp never quite lived up to expectations in Belgium. In 92 games for the side he scored 11 goals and grabbed nine assists, but there was always the feeling that he could have contributed more. He did help the side…

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Simone Biles reveals diamond necklace after historic gold medal at 2024 Olympics Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Email I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Simone Biles has earned her sixth gold medal after winning the women’s all-around final at the 2024 Paris Olympics on Thursday, August 1. The win marked her second gold medal of the Games and ninth medal overall. Her teammate, Sunisa Lee, who competed against her, earned a bronze medal for her…

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USA men’s basketball cruised into the semifinals of the medal round at the Olympics on Tuesday with a dominant 122-87 win over Brazil in Paris. The Americans built a double-digit lead in the first quarter and were not seriously threatened for the 40-minute contest against an overmatched Brazil squad. Brazil used an 8-2 run at the start of the second quarter to stay within striking distance but the Americans landed a knockout punch from there, putting the game away for good with a 21-2 run to close out the frame, giving USA a 27-point lead at halftime. Brazil failed to…

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Jalen Brunson has been the Knicks’ leader. But Tuesday they made it official, honoring him as their first team captain in years. “The New York Knicks have a deep and storied history and today we are immensely proud to add to that lineage by naming Jalen Brunson as our captain,” team president Leon Rose said in a statement. “Jalen is a natural born leader, and I am confident he will continue to represent our organization, fans, city and his teammates with the same heart, grit and class he has displayed each and every day since he came to New York.”

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New York Jets punter Thomas Morstead has enjoyed a very long NFL career to this point. The 2024 season will be his 15th in the league, a very impressive milestone to reach. After spending his first 12 seasons with the New Orleans Saints, Morestead has bounced around the last few seasons. This is his second stint with the Jets, as he also punted for them for a portion of the 2021 season. Morestead also has stops with the Atlanta Falcons and Miami Dolphins. The 2023 campaign was one of the best in his career as he led the NFL in…

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Men’s 400m semifinals were FAST 😤 2012 Olympic champ Kirani James leads the way with 43.78, his fastest time since 2016. It takes 44.41 to qualify for the final 👀 #Paris2024#Olympics *Men’s 400m Semifinals at the 2024 Paris Olympics* – *Kirani James leads the way*: 2012 Olympic champion Kirani James is currently leading the men’s 400m semifinals with a time of 43.78, his fastest time since 2016 ¹. – *Qualifying time*: The qualifying time for the final is 44.41 ¹. – *Kirani James’ past achievements*: Kirani James is a world 400m champion and an Olympic champion, known for his impressive…

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The MLB game between the New York Yankees and the Los Angeles Angels has been canceled. The decision comes amid unforeseen circumstances that have made it impossible to proceed as planned. Whether due to weather conditions, logistical issues, or another unexpected event, MLB officials have deemed it necessary to call off the game. Fans who had eagerly anticipated the matchup are advised to stay tuned for updates on rescheduling and ticket information. The Yankees and Angels, both competitive teams in the league, will have to wait for another opportunity to face off. In the meantime, supporters can look forward to…

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The Boston Red Sox beat the Kansas City Royals on Monday 9-5 at Kauffman Stadium. It was a huge win for Boston, who is now just 1.5 games back of Kansas City in the race for the third and final wild card spot in the American League. The Royals are seeking their first playoff berth since 2015 while the Red Sox are looking to get back to the playoffs for the first time since 2021. The Red Sox have 51 more games to play while the Royals have 48. Kansas City’s schedule is among the hardest schedules remaining in all…

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