"Sasaki has had a history of injuries this season, and the team reserves the right to suspend his participation in the WBC," a source in the story said. During an interview with Japanese TV earlier in the offseason, manager Dave Roberts expressed doubt over Sasaki playing in the tournament. "I'd be surprised if Sasaki were to pitch in the WBC," Roberts said.
James is "trending in the right direction," coach JJ Redick said before Tuesday's game, which will mark the beginning of James' NBA-record 23rd season. The 40-year-old missed the beginning of a season for the first time in his NBA career after starting to feel discomfort in his right side this summer.
1958 - Milwaukee Braves second baseman Red Schoendienst is diagnosed as having tuberculosis and will appear in just five games in 1959. 1997 - The Braves trade Fred McGriff to the expansion Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for a player to be named later. 2002 - The Florida Marlins send recently-acquired pitcher Mike Hampton to the Atlanta Braves for Ryan Baker and Tim Spooneybarger.
The disclosure by Hayes came on the same day that USWNT forward Lynn Biyendolo (née Williams) and her husband Marley announced on Instagram that they are expecting their first child. It also comes in the wake of a similar initiative announced by FIFA last year. Biyendolo joins a list of current players on the USWNT who either recently gave birth or are pregnant. Sophia Wilson gave birth to her daughter, Gianna, last month, while Mallory Swanson is expecting the arrival of her first child later this year.
SAN JOSE The San Jose Sharks did not have second-year center Macklin Celebrini on the ice Friday as they finished their second day of training camp. It was not immediately clear as to why Celebrini was not on the ice with his assigned group on Friday. Celebrini practiced on Thursday, but reported to the team that he wasn't feeling well after the skate and was sent home by the Sharks' medical staff.
Austin Jackson, arguably the best run blocker on the offensive line, and Patrick Paul, arguably the best pass blocker, are key to the Dolphins' success. If they stay healthy, the team faces no issues in offensive tackle depth.
David Hughes criticized the EFL for scheduling an EFL Cup tie before the League season, saying it put players at risk, especially with no games the following week. He expressed concern over fairness towards his players, emphasizing their preparation and the possible injuries incurred due to the tight schedule. He highlighted the risk of injuries after a six-week training block designed to position the players for a successful start to the season. Hughes believed this scheduling was not in the players' best interest.
