Articles filed under Sports Leagues
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White Sox stay committed to local players by drafting Nazareth’s Fauske in 2nd roundJul 14, 2025 8:29 pm - The White Sox took a recommendation from former slugger Jim Thome to draft Nazareth outfielder Jaden Fauske in the second round.
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Cubs believe Ethan Conrad’s injury created a first-round draft opportunityJul 14, 2025 6:38 pm - Following the first round of the MLB draft, Cubs scouting director Dan Kantrovitz said he felt Wake Forest outfielder Ethan Conrad could have been a top-10 pick if not for a shoulder injury.
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Rory McIlroy returns home for the British Open ready to embrace the loveJul 14, 2025 3:53 pm - PORTRUSH, Northern Ireland — Rory McIlroy practically had Royal Portrush all to himself Monday morning, but not for long. By the time he finished his first practice round...
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Shohei Ohtani to hit leadoff for NL in All-Star Game, with Tucker seventh and PCA ninthJul 14, 2025 3:31 pm - ATLANTA — Shohei Ohtani will bat leadoff as the designated hitter for the National League in Tuesday night's All-Star Game at Truist Park, and the Los Angeles Dodgers sta...
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The SEC and Big Ten are currently at a standstill over the College Football Playoff formatJul 14, 2025 2:51 pm - ATLANTA — Southeastern Conference Commissioner Greg Sankey said Monday that despite frequent conversations with Big Ten counterpart Tony Petitti, the two leagues have yet...
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Thuney brings leadership to Bears offensive line that disappointed last seasonJul 14, 2025 10:27 am - The Bears needed an offensive line revamp after last season. The unit allowed quarterback Caleb Williams to be sacked a team-record 68 times last year and never truly found consistency because of injuries. Bears general manager Ryan Poles made addressing the unit a priority this offseason.
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White Sox first-rounder Billy Carlson is used to playing in the spotlightJul 14, 2025 10:00 am - Over the last two years, few high school baseball programs have garnered more attention than the Corona (Calif.) Panthers. California state champions in 2024, the Panther...
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Cubs stick with usual plan of college hitter with No. 17 pickJul 13, 2025 10:44 pm - The Cubs chose outfielder Ethan Conrad with the No. 17 pick of Sunday’s MLB Draft. His junior season at Wake Forest was cut short by a shoulder injury.
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White Sox follow trend, select high school SS Carlson at No. 10Jul 13, 2025 6:54 pm - The White Sox took shortstop Billy Carlson from Corona (Calif.) High School with the No. 10 pick of Sunday’s MLB Draft.
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Free-agent-to-be Kyle Tucker is making the most of his year with the CubsJul 13, 2025 11:23 am - Kyle Tucker is a left-handed hitter who lets the game come to him, understanding how pitchers are trying to set him up and get him out. The little things matter to Tucker, a Gold Glove defender and a plus baserunner who competed in 15 playoff rounds with the Astros. Instead of presenting himself as a one-man corporation, Tucker wants to be one of the boys.