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Ohtani joins long list of scammed athletes and celebrities
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Thursday, 18 April 2024 17:05
EmailPrintOpen Extended ReactionsIppei Mizuhara's alleged theft of at least $16 million from his former employer, Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani, shocked the sports world, but the story of a celebrity getting fleeced by a member of his inner circle is a tale as old as time.From Billy Joel to Alanis Morissette to athletes including Dennis Rodman and Mark Sanchez,…
Leiter roughed up in debut, but Rangers hold on
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Thursday, 18 April 2024 16:00
EmailPrintOpen Extended ReactionsThe Texas Rangers overcame a rough major league debut from Jack Leiter to hold off the Detroit Tigers in the finale of their four-game series Thursday.Leiter, the No. 2 overall draft selection in 2021 and the son of former big-league left-hander Al Leiter, struck out two in a scoreless first inning but struggled after that. The hard-throwing right-hander…
Pirates' Chapman gets 2-game ban for tantrum
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Thursday, 18 April 2024 16:00
EmailPrintOpen Extended ReactionsPittsburgh Pirates pitcher Aroldis Chapman has been suspended two games and fined for "inappropriate actions" during Monday's game against the New York Mets, MLB announced Thursday.Unless he appeals, Chapman is scheduled to start the suspension Friday, when the Pirates host the Boston Red Sox.Chapman was ejected by plate umpire Edwin Moscoso after giving up a two-run double in…
Power Rankings: A tight battle for our top spot
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Thursday, 18 April 2024 12:22
EmailPrintOpen Extended ReactionsIn what could be a season-long battle, the Braves and Dodgers were once again vying for our top spot in this week's Power Rankings, with Atlanta just barely edging out Los Angeles.Another team might soon be in that mix, as the Yankees have the most wins in the majors at 13.The Astros -- New York's storied American League…
Red Sox's Devers to undergo MRI; O'Neill hits IL
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Thursday, 18 April 2024 11:06
EmailPrintOpen Extended ReactionsThe Boston Red Sox continue to battle injury woes, with third baseman Rafael Devers scheduled to have an MRI on his left knee and outfielder Tyler O'Neill going on the injury list after the two collided during Monday's game.Devers, a two-time All-Star, left Tuesday's game against the Cleveland Guardians with knee discomfort and served as designated hitter during…
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