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As Shohei Ohtani excels on the mound, will Dodgers tweak how he's used in the lineup?

SAN FRANCISCO — Shohei Ohtani sealed another sterling outing on the mound in the bottom of the sixth Wednesday night, when he pumped in three consecutive sweepers to strike out Giants designated hitter Casey Schmitt. There were two outs and two runners on, and with the Dodgers and Giants gridlocked in a scoreless tie, it served as the game’s most critical moment up to that point.Advertisement

Arsenal vs Newcastle: Prediction, kick-off time, TV, live stream, team news, h2h results, odds

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Real Sociedad suffer hangover from hell but it still can’t dim the joy of cup glory

The celebrations after la Real won the Copa del Rey have continued all week, even if Getafe briefly calmed the partyImagine you win the Copa del Rey. It is the fourth time in history, the biggest explosion of joy in 40 years, maybe more, maybe ever. It needs 120 exhausting minutes and a nerve-shredding penalty shootout, so it’s nearly midnight Saturday when Pablo Marín – a ballboy the last time you reached the final – takes you over the line and after 2am Sunday before you leave the stadium. You...

Hamilton Mustangs, Havoc or Hammers? What should Islanders name their AHL team?

It’s the end of an era for the Bridgeport Islanders, the New York Islanders’ AHL affiliate, and the short-lived return of the organization’s Fisherman logo from Long Island.The minor-league franchise, which will be relocating to Hamilton, Ont., starting with the 2026-27 season, filed trademarks for three potential team names: “Mustangs,” “Havoc” and “Hammers.”Advertisement

Fight in PSL: Faheem points bat at Amir after wicket, tension erupts - Watch

The moment came on the third ball of the 17th over of the first innings when Amir bowled a slow bouncer to Faheem Ashraf. Faheem tried to play an upper-cut but edged it to wicketkeeper Mohammad Rizwan.

Not playing, still learning in IPL: Bethell cooks Cook with his response

Jacob Bethell has responded to criticism from former England captain Alastair Cook over his lack of game time at Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2026, making it clear that he still sees real value in staying in the tournament.Cook had questioned the youngster’s decision to remain in India despite not featuring in the playing XI. Speaking on the Stick to Cricket podcast, the former opener said, “Jacob Bethell is sitting at the IPL not doing anything. Ideally, he could come back and open for Wa...

Pakistan's Nawaz breaks silence on doping allegations, submits stance to ICC

Pakistans Nawaz breaks silence on doping allegations submits stance to ICC

Iran ‘fully prepared’ to take part in 2026 FIFA World Cup — agency

The Iranian football team qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and following the Draw was placed in Group G alongside Belgium, Egypt and New Zealand

Real Madrid fear Arda Guler out for remainder of season with injury, optimism for World Cup

Real Madrid fear Arda Guler will miss the remainder of the season after sustaining a hamstring injury in his right leg.Sources close to the player with knowledge of the situation are optimistic, however, that the midfielder will be able to go to the World Cup with Turkey.Guler, 21, started the Spanish side’s La Liga win against Alaves on Tuesday but was replaced by Franco Mastantuono in the 58th minute. Real Madrid confirmed on Thursday he had been “diagnosed with a muscle injury in the biceps f...

USWNT to play June friendlies in Brazil one year before 2027 World Cup

The U.S. women’s national team will travel to Brazil for two friendlies against the 2027 World Cup hosts during the June international window, U.S. Soccer announced Thursday.The fixtures mark the first time the two teams have faced off in Brazil since 2014. They will play in São Paulo on June 6 and in Fortaleza on June 9.Advertisement

Scottie Barnes and Evan Mobley are already stars. But can they take the next step?

TORONTO — It took LeVelle Moten only a few moments to understand Evan Mobley’s greatness. He just had to walk into Team USA’s training camp ahead of the 2019 Under-19 World Cup and watch Mobley work, even as he was coming back from a knee injury.“I said, ‘That’s what it had to look like when Wilt (Chamberlain) played,’” said Moten, an assistant coach on that team, recalling the camp in Colorado Springs, Colo. “That’s how dominant he was.”Advertisement

After bonfires, bulbs and a dog called Win, will Arteta get Arsenal going again?

No stone has been left unturned in Arsenal’s search for success but the manager must find a way of inspiring his team to play with freedomDespite all the gimmicks, Mikel Arteta is still searching for answers. The Arsenal manager’s latest innovation involved lighting a fire at their London Colney training ground last week in the buildup to facing Manchester City, although that resulted only in the Watford coach Dan Gosling losing his voice. “Our training ground is across the hedge from Arsenal,”...

Manchester City considering Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez as summer transfer option

Manchester City are considering Chelsea’s Enzo Fernandez as a midfield option this summer.City’s interest in the Argentina international is at an early stage and there are other midfield targets they are looking at, including Nottingham Forest’s Elliot Anderson, according to sources briefed on the situation, speaking on the condition of anonymity to protect relationships.Advertisement

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Arsenal hit with UEFA fine for fan incidents during Champions League tie

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Chelsea's unaccountable executives have built a monument to hubris

On the ninth of Liam Rosenior’s 107 days in charge of Chelsea, his goalkeeper Robert Sanchez made two horrible mistakes that led to goals during the Carabao Cup semi-final first leg against Arsenal.Those errors were the first thing he was asked about his post-match press conference. Rosenior nodded earnestly in recognition of the question, his eyes narrowing, before replying that he didn’t blame Sanchez at all. “I said to Rob before the game — and I made this really clear — when my pla...

Lamine Yamal's FIFA World Cup hopes still intact after hamstring injury

Lamine Yamals FIFA World Cup hopes still intact after hamstring injury

Barcelona expect Lamine Yamal to be ready for World Cup despite season-ending hamstring injury

Lamine Yamal is set to be out for the rest of the season after sustaining a hamstring injury but Barcelona are expecting him to recover in time for the World Cup this summer.The 18-year-old scored a penalty in Wednesday night’s game against Celta Vigo — the only goal in Barcelona’s 1-0 win — before going down seconds later in discomfort. He was replaced just before the half-time mark by Roony Bardghji only 54 days before Spain’s first game of the tournament.Advertisement

McLaren sign 11-year-old to young driver programme

McLaren sign 11-year-old to young driver programmeImage source, McLarenImage caption, Williams, from Nether Alderley in Cheshire, first started karting in 2021ByAilsa CowenBBC Sport journalistPublished4 minutes agoMcLaren make 11-year-old Harry Williams their youngest ever signing - two years younger than F1 great Lewis Hamilton was when he joined.Ella Hakkinen, daughter of double F1 world champion Mika, who signed last year aged 14, was previously the youngest driver currently on the McLaren dr...

How to watch Dodgers vs. Giants: TV channel and streaming options for April 23

The San Francisco Giants have a 2-0 series lead and aim to sweep the Los Angeles Dodgers on Thursday at Oracle Park, at 3:45 p.m. ET. Tyler Glasnow (2-0, 3.24 ERA) will start for the Dodgers, who are 16-8 this season and first in the NL West. Logan Webb (2-2, 5.10 ERA) is starting for the Giants, who are 11-13 and fourth in the NL West.Advertisement