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Justin Verlander left off Astros' wild-card roster vs. Tigers
Three-time Cy Young Award winner Justin Verlander was left off the Houston Astros' roster for their American League wild-card series against the visiting Detroit Tigers. Game 1 of the series is Tuesday afternoon with Houston's Framber Valdez (15-7, 2.91 ERA) set to square off against Detroit's Tarik Skubal (18-4, 2.39) in a battle of left-handers. Verlander, 41, recorded two wins and a no-decision in his last three starts to finish this season with a 5-6 record and a 5.48 ERA. He struggled mightily in his previous five starts, going 0-4 while recording only 14 strikeouts over 17 2/3 innings. He missed 54 games this season with neck discomfort. --Field Level Media.
MLB: Houston Astros at Cleveland Guardians
Justin Verlander left off Astros' wild-card roster vs. Tigers. Three-time Cy Young Award winner Justin Verlander was left off the Houston Astros' roster for their American League wild-card series against the visiting Detroit Tigers. Game 1 of the series is Tuesday afternoon with Houston's Framber Valdez (15-7, 2.91 ERA) set to square off against Detroit's Tarik Skubal (18-4, 2.39) in a battle of left-handers. Verlander, 41, recorded two wins and a no-decision in his last three starts to finish this season with a 5-6 record and a 5.48 ERA. He struggled mightily in his previous five starts, going 0-4 while recording only 14 strikeouts over 17 2/3 innings. He missed 54 games this season with neck discomfort. --Field Level Media.
What is “escorted cruising” all about?
Escorted cruises offer VIP extras for the same cruise fare. Escorted cruises are perfect for travelers who enjoy convenience and added perks. One of the standout advantages is the availability of transportation to and from the port. This service ensures a smooth start and end to your trip, handling luggage and allowing you to focus solely on enjoying the journey.
Lucy Wilson to serve as county's health officer
Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski and Maryland Department of Health Secretary Laura Herrera Scott have announced that Lucy Wilson has been named the Batimore County Health Officer and director of the county's department of health and human services. Wilson, a public health trained and board-certified infectious disease physician, specialized in...
Artist shocked as men grope statue she created for city center
A sculptor exhibiting an incredible life-like statue of a young woman in city centers says he is plagued by men who constantly grope and molest it. Rory Macbeth, 57, created the wax sculpture, called Flora, around 20 years ago and has recently started showing it in public locations throughout the UK.
UAE state energy giant ADNOC will buy German chemicals firm Covestro for 12 billion euros ($13.3 billion)
UAE oil giant ADNOC swoops on German chemicals firm Covestro. German chemicals group Covestro said Tuesday it had accepted a takeover bid from UAE state energy company ADNOC, as one of the key sectors in Europe's largest economy is gripped by crisis.
The televised US vice presidential debate between Republican J.D. Vance and Democrat Tim Walz on October 1, 2024, could be a clash that produces high drama for viewers who love political theater
US vice presidential contenders J.D. Vance and Tim Walz face off in what could be an unusually important undercard debate Tuesday as they compete for decisive votes in America's heartland just weeks before the election.
This Alice in Wonderland-themed hotel can be yours for just $5
A couple who spent three years and $1.3 million transforming a run-down hotel into a quirky Alice in Wonderland-themed guest house are raffling it off - for a FIVER. Gary and Dee Allen purchased the 1920s building in Skegness, Lincs., in 2021 for $700,000 before converting in into a 'mad' fairy tale kingdom called Hatters Hotel.
American actor Willem Dafoe walks for Miu Miu at Paris Fashion Week
Chanel returned to the Grand Palais -- scene of the late Karl Lagerfeld's most legendary triumphs -- for the first time in four years Tuesday without a designer but still able to ruffle feathers with its birdcage-themed Paris Fashion Week show.
New test predicts life expectancy using a simple mouth swab
How long someone has left to live can be calculated by taking a simple mouth swab, according to a new study. Scientists say a "cheeky" discovery allows them to estimate a patient's risk of dying using cells found in the mouth.
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