With the win, the Royals have been shifted to the -175 favorite to win the series after Baltimore opened at -140 before the series. The Royals’ 1-0 lead has also elevated them to World Series favorites at 2-to-1 (at least temporarily until we see what happens tonight in the NLCS). This afternoon Baltimore turns to Bud Norris, who wasn’t announced as the starter by manager Buck Showalter until the end of Game 1....
After appearing at a Michigan hearing on supposed voter fraud in the state, Giuliani was asked to comment on the claims that he wanted to be pardoned by Trump before he left office in the new year. “Mr. Giuliani, what is your response to claims that you’re seeking a pardon?” the WWMT News reporter Rachel Louise Just asked the president’s personal attorney. Giuliani replied that he was not seeking a pardon and laughed off the question....
ESPN reported the two-time NBA Defensive Player of the Year will sign the third-largest deal in NBA history, which includes a player option in its final year. MORE: Takeaways from Paul George’s massive extension from Clippers Gobert, a 2020 All-Star, was the outstanding remaining unrestricted free agent for 2021 after Giannis Antetokounmpo sealed his stay with the Bucks. The 28-year-old will not be available either, instead securing an extension with the Jazz, where he has played since a draft-night trade from the Nuggets in 2013....
Details of the draw were unveiled following a four-day congress of the Rugby League International Federation in York. The Rugby League World Cup has been increased from 14 to 16 teams, making for a simpler format, with the top two teams from each of the four pools going through to the quarterfinals. The draws for all three Rugby League World Cups, including the women’s and wheelchair events, will be made in England on Nov....
The Brazil international has been heavily linked with a move away from the Bundesliga champions during the close season after just 14 league starts last term. Costa is reportedly unhappy at being overlooked for a starting berth and has admitted he is considering his options. Juventus are reportedly at the front of the queue to sign the 26-year-old - with Bayern believed to want an offer in the region of €45million - but club CEO Rummenigge has hinted he could still stay in Bavaria....
Man City injuries, suspensions and line-up vs Tottenham Guardiola guided Bayern to three consecutive Bundesliga titles during his time at the Allianz Arena and expectations were sky high at the Etihad following his arrival in England. City sit just fifth in the Premier League table after 21 games, though, and are already trailing leaders Chelsea by 10 points, with last week’s 4-0 humiliation at the hands of Everton sending alarm bells ringing....
On Wednesday night, the Buckeye signal caller tweeted to UFC Women’s bantamweight champion Ronda Rousey while watching her accept two awards at the ESPY Awards. MORE: Classic ESPY moments | Rousey skewers Mayweather | Why Rousey is better than Floyd By Thursday, the undefeated armbar specialist had caught wind of the tweets and provided a response. “I consider myself a badge of masculinity.” Ronda Rousey is the best. She didn’t exactly shoot down Jones, but she didn’t exactly show much interest, either....
And Barber really likes what he sees, praising the rookie QB during a recent CBS Radio interview. MORE: Surfing not the reason Mariota hasn’t signed with Titans | Best and worst offseason moves for every team “He gives you the spectacular, but he also gives you the rookie,” Barber told CBS, via JoeBucsFan.com. “But what I will say about [Winston] is he plays with zero fear. He’ll let go of any ball....
British Grand National organizers say Wood’s horse, Sandymount Duke, is among 112 entries that will be whittled down to 40 runners for the race on April 6. Sandymount Duke has won 10 of 30 races and runs in the 71-year-old Wood’s red and white silks. Wood bred the 10-year-old gelding, which is trained by Jessica Harrington in Ireland. Race organizers hope Wood can attend the 4½-mile (6,400-meter) race near Liverpool in northwest England because the Rolling Stones don’t begin their tour of the United States until April 20....
Rooney was memorably benched during the last international break as he struggled to replicate some of the goal scoring form that saw him bag 53 goals for his country - more than any other striker has scored in an England shirt. He’s shown form of old in the past few days, however. He rifled home a fantastic consolation goal in Manchester United’s 2-1 defeat to Fenerbahce on Thursday, and on Sunday he assisted both of Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s goals in the club’s win over Swansea....
MORE: The best possible transfers of 2015 That makes it all the more remarkable that United is sitting prettily in third place in the Premier League and well on course to re-qualify for the Champions League after a one-year hiatus. At the start of the season, and following that Swansea defeat, much was made of United’s need to bring in new players and fast. Plenty were signed but most of them currently sit infirm while the old guard are tasked with picking up the points through this vital Christmas and New Year period....
McIlroy raised the jersey of Toronto guard Kyle Lowry after winning the RBC Canadian Open on Sunday at the Hamilton Golf and Country Club in Hamilton, Ontario. The Raptors enter Game 5 of the NBA Finals against the Warriors one win away from their first championship in franchise history. “It’s really cool. I’ve had such a great week here in Canada,” McIlroy told CBS Sports after the tournament. “The people couldn’t have been nicer, more welcoming....
For refusing to give up her seat, Parks was arrested, convicted and fined, for defying the segregation laws. The boycott that was sparked from her small act of protest led Black Montgomery residents to stop riding the bus for 381 days. Parks died at 92 in 2005 in her home in Detroit. Despite being one of the most famous figures from the Civil Rights movement, many of her other efforts and accomplishments trying to reach racial equality often get glossed over....
However, lupus is an autoimmune disease that can also affect other parts of the body, such as the blood, joints, heart, lungs, and other organs. Rosacea mainly affects the skin but can also affect the eyes, causing them to appear watery or bloodshot and producing dry or burning sensations. Eye symptoms may separate lupus from rosacea. This article will explore the differences between rosacea and lupus, including their symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention....
Genshin Impact Rosaria: Elemental skill, burst, and talents Rosaria is a polearm-wielding 4-Star character who deals Cryo elemental damage in Genshin Impact. She will be known as a nun of the Church of Favonious. Rosaria will have a maximum base ATK of 240 and an ascension stat of 24% ATK bonus at level 90. Normal Attack: Education Spear She performs up to five consecutive strikes with her polearm, dealing with increasing physical damage with each strike....
Huntington-Whiteley announced the pregnancy back in August 2021 through an Instagram post with a series of photos, the last of which showed her cradling her baby bump. The caption of the post read: All about Rosie Huntington-Whiteley’s fortune and her relationship with Jason Statham According to Celebrity Net Worth, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley has a net worth of $30 million. She has been one of the highest-paid models on the planet from time to time....
It looked as though Houston was going to run out the clock in the closing seconds, but on fourth down, quarterback and MVP front-runner P.J. Walker appeared to go down while there was still time on the clock. Seattle should have gotten the ball back near the Houston 20-yard line with two or three seconds remaining. Instead, the game was ruled over and Houston (5-0) escaped with a win....
But those who want some tweaks shouldn’t have to put their heads in the sand and feel ashamed. There was enough to frustrate fans about the new Chase that would make them want NASCAR to consider adjusting a few of the rules. MORE: Ranking the best 2014 crew chiefs | Final Power Rankings | Danica Super Bowl ad Looking back at the Chase, three events did not set well with some fans:...
MORE: Johnson still has work to do | How Johnson won again | Harvick questions pit strategy That isn’t the case at many 1.5-mile tracks, where track position is king. When determining a champion, especially in this new winner-take-all, final four format, the last thing NASCAR needs is a track position game. Drivers with fresher tires or better cars should at least have a chance of passing if they are on a different strategy than others....
