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NBA world reacts to top draft pick’s horrific Summer League game
Heading into the 2024 NBA Draft, there were many discussions about the draft class potentially being one of the weaker classes in recent memory. The performance of Alex Sarr on Tuesday made that argument even stronger. top draft pick Alex Sarr made that argument even stronger. Sarr, who the Washington Wizards selected No. 2 overall, Read more... The post NBA world reacts to top draft pick’s horrific Summer League game appeared first on The Comeback: Today’s Top Sports Stories & Reactions.
A’s closer breaks record in dominant All-Star Game outing
The All-Star Game brings together the best baseball players in the world each and every year in the MLB. But against this tough competition, Oakland Athletics closer Mason Miller perhaps shined brighter than any pitcher to take part in the game. Miller has been one of the few bright spots on an Athletics team that Read more... The post A’s closer breaks record in dominant All-Star Game outing appeared first on The Comeback: Today’s Top Sports Stories & Reactions.
MLB legend calls out All-Star Game uniforms
For most of the MLB All-Star Game’s history, players wore the jersey of the team they were representing. That changed in 2021, with players wearing customized jerseys. Being generous, we’ll say that the change has been met with mixed reviews. We can count former All-Star Fred Lynn among those who do not like the new Read more... The post MLB legend calls out All-Star Game uniforms appeared first on The Comeback: Today’s Top Sports Stories & Reactions.
Kyrie Irving recovering from surgery
As the Dallas Mavericks are getting ready to defend their Western Conference championship, one of their best players is recovering from an injury. The Mavericks announced that Kyrie Irving underwent surgery to repair a broken hand on Tuesday. The injury was sustained in the offseason. NBA insider Marc Stein shared the team’s statement on X Read more... The post Kyrie Irving recovering from surgery appeared first on The Comeback: Today’s Top Sports Stories & Reactions.
Oregon fans over the moon after Ducks tease next uniform set
In case you haven’t heard, it’s a big day for college football. EA Sports released College Football 25 to plenty of fanfare. Meanwhile, the Oregon Ducks rummaged out in the Pacific Northwest, creating excitement. The Ducks once again teased another set of uniforms. Last month, they revealed an all-black look as part of their “Generation Read more... The post Oregon fans over the moon after Ducks tease next uniform set appeared first on The Comeback: Today’s Top Sports Stories & Reactions.
Nick Saban calls out the Texas Longhorns
New ESPN college football commentator and former Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban just made a new enemy on Monday at SEC Media Days. When asked about the Texas Longhorns and how they fit in the SEC, Saban said “They’re not gonna run the SEC.” “You know what kinda tickles me are how people Read more... The post Nick Saban: Texas ain’t gonna run the SEC appeared first on The Comeback: Today’s Top Sports Stories & Reactions.
Two-time NCAA champion shares nice story about fan encounter
Val Whiting was on a pair of national championship winning basketball teams during her time at Stanford. In doing that, Whiting left quite an impression on someone — as she found on on Saturday. Whiting, who was on Stanford’s championship-winning teams in 1990 and 1992, shared a story on X (formerly Twitter) about being approached Read more... The post Two-time NCAA champion shares nice story about fan encounter appeared first on The Comeback: Today’s Top Sports Stories & Reactions.
Royals upgrade bullpen in trade with Nationals
Looking to upgrade their bullpen for the upcoming playoff race, the Kansas City Royals have made a trade to upgrade their bullpen. The Royals acquired reliever Hunter Harvey in a trade with the Washington Nationals. Jeff Passan of ESPN reported the deal on X (formerly Twitter) on Saturday. Trade news: The Kansas City Royals are Read more... The post Royals upgrade bullpen in trade with Nationals appeared first on The Comeback: Today’s Top Sports Stories & Reactions.
MLBPA chief proposes plan to combat 'extreme heat' for Athletics upcoming move to Sacramento
It’s no secret that the fans of the Oakland Athletics are not thrilled with their impending move to Sacramento for the 2025 MLB season. And now, another potential issue has begun to come to light about the move after what has been an extremely hot summer in Sacramento. Thus far in the month of July, Read more... The post MLBPA chief proposes plan to combat ‘extreme heat’ appeared first on The Comeback: Today’s Top Sports Stories & Reactions.
Knicks star Jalen Brunson takes unprecedented pay cut in new contract extension
The New York Knicks have made some big moves this offseason to build what looks to be a real championship contender in the Eastern Conference, which includes a trade to bring in Mikal Bridges. But on Friday, perhaps the biggest factor in the Knicks contending in the future came to fruition, which involved star point Read more... The post NBA world reacts to Jalen Brunson taking massive pay cut appeared first on The Comeback: Today’s Top Sports Stories & Reactions.
Phillies release three-time All-Star Whit Merrifield
Three-time All-Star Whit Merrifield signed a one-year deal this offseason with the Philadelphia Phillies in hopes of playing a big role on a contender. But on Friday, that all came crashing down after what has been a poor start to the 2024 season. Coming off an All-Star appearance last season, there were expectations that a Read more... The post Three-time All-Star released by Phillies appeared first on The Comeback: Today’s Top Sports Stories & Reactions.
10 hardest MLB hitters
Oneil Cruz created a stir in a game earlier this season with an explosive hitting display. The Pittsburgh Pirates’ shortstop had two hits with an exit velocity over 120 mph, a feat unmatched in the Statcast era (since 2015). Pardon the Interruption co-host Michael Wilbon was not impressed, saying talk about such numbers had “started Read more... The post High velocity: 10 hardest MLB hitters appeared first on The Comeback: Today’s Top Sports Stories & Reactions.
Uruguay captain criticizes lack of police presence following ugly fight in stands
Following an ugly incident in the stands between Uruguayan players and Colombian supporters, Uruguay captain José María Giménez criticized security and the lack of a police presence in the crowd. The incident, which took place after Colombia’s 1-0 win in Wednesday night’s Copa América match in Charlotte, was significant. It resembled 2004 Malice at the Palace Read more... The post Uruguay captain criticizes lack of police presence following ugly fight in stands appeared first on The Comeback: Today’s Top Sports Stories & Reactions.
Legendary NFL linebacker makes case for WNBA Rookie of the Year
The WNBA uptick in fandom has been welcomed with open arms. Those fans range from the casual to the celebrity and former sports legends. Shawne Merriman also found himself tuning into the latest action in women’s basketball and offered his Rookie of the Year predictions. Naturally, he had a tough decision naming the winner between Read more... The post NFL legend weighs in on Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese Rookie of the Year debate appeared first on The Comeback: Today’s Top Sports Stories & Reactions.
State rep recounts pitching start for Sioux City Explorers
When he looked down at his phone and saw 10 missed texts from Mongo, J.D. Scholten couldn’t anticipate what was to happen. “Call me ASAP,” the text read. Having a political background as a current Iowa state representative, he was worried. The worries surpassed when Steve Montgomery (a.k.a. Mongo), manager of the Independent League’s Sioux Read more... The post State Rep J.D. Scholten relishes ‘meaningful’ start for Sioux City Explorers appeared first on The Comeback: Today’s Top Sports Stories & Reactions.
Former MLB All-Star Wander Franco formally charged in Dominican Republic
Wander Franco has formally been charged with some disturbing crimes in the Dominican Republic. Juan Arturo Recio of ESPN Dominican Republic reported Franco’s charges on Tuesday night. Recio shared on X (formerly Twitter) that Franco was “formally charged by Dominican authorities for the crimes of sexual abuse and sexual exploitation against a minor.” #WanderFranco formalmente Read more... The post Former MLB All-Star Wander Franco formally charged in Dominican Republic appeared first on The Comeback: Today’s Top Sports Stories & Reactions.
Kyle McCord catches stray from Giants assistant coach on 'Hard Knocks'
The first-ever offseason spin-off of the HBO hit show Hard Knocks has shown a detailed look into the New York Giants, including the team’s pre-draft process. On episode two of the series that premiered on Tuesday night, former Ohio State quarterback Kyle McCord caught a stray during the Giants’ pre-draft meeting with Marvin Harrison Jr. The Read more... The post Former OSU QB roasted by coach on ‘Hard Knocks’ appeared first on The Comeback: Today’s Top Sports Stories & Reactions.
What ESPN broadcast says about Mason Miller
Mason Miller’s 2024 All-Star selection didn’t come as a surprise to many. Not after watching him make opposing batters sit down at the tail end of a game. He’ll head to Arlington, Tex. and walk the red carpet before sporting the American League garb worn by only the best in Major League Baseball. While ESPN Read more... The post What ESPN Home Run Derby broadcast says about Mason Miller appeared first on The Comeback: Today’s Top Sports Stories & Reactions.
Mike Tomlin’s Steelers need to show signs of progress
The stability of the Pittsburgh Steelers is admirable. While other sports franchises frequently change head coaches at the first signs of adversity, the Steelers have fought against that trend for decades. The Rooney family hasn’t fired a coach since 1968 and has had three coaches since, all of them have won at least one Super Read more... The post Mike Tomlin’s Steelers need to show signs of progress appeared first on The Comeback: Today’s Top Sports Stories & Reactions.
Steph Curry opens up on Warriors losing Klay Thompson
How does Steph Curry feel about the breaking up of the Splash Brothers? It’s going to take some getting used to. Curry is preparing to be part of Team USA in this summer’s Paris Olympics. On Team USA, Curry will be a teammate of LeBron James, one of his last main rivals for the last Read more... The post Steph Curry opens up on Warriors losing Klay Thompson appeared first on The Comeback: Today’s Top Sports Stories & Reactions.
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