11 hours ago
New England Patriots fans have been left stressing over Christian Gonzalez's potential new deal.
There are a number of the league's top cornerbacks who are waiting for the dominoes to fall in the market this offseason.
Gonzo is expected to break the record as the NFL's highest-paid cornerback ever, with his deal seemingly edging closer.
The Cleveland Browns recently handed Denzel Ward a two-year, $62.2m extension, which has made him the highest-paid cornerback in history through the $31.1m annual average value.
It may now just be a matter of time before Gonzalez takes that record as the indications all point towards a deal being announced very soon.
#england #gonzo #cleveland
There are a number of the league's top cornerbacks who are waiting for the dominoes to fall in the market this offseason.
Gonzo is expected to break the record as the NFL's highest-paid cornerback ever, with his deal seemingly edging closer.
The Cleveland Browns recently handed Denzel Ward a two-year, $62.2m extension, which has made him the highest-paid cornerback in history through the $31.1m annual average value.
It may now just be a matter of time before Gonzalez takes that record as the indications all point towards a deal being announced very soon.
#england #gonzo #cleveland
14 hours ago
WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Andrew Monasterio hit a two-run home run in the 10th inning and the Boston Red Sox held on to beat the Athletics 4-2 on Wednesday night.
Monasterio and Caleb Durbin each had three hits and Jahmal Jones also homered to lead the Red Sox to a win at Sutter Health Park a night after their road winning streak ended at 10 games.
The Red Sox won despite stranding six runners over the three innings prior to Monasterio's winner.
With Romy Gonzalez at second to begin the 10th, Monasterio crushed a 2-0 fastball off Jose Suarez (1-3) as many fans wearing Red Sox jerseys cheered in the A's home stadium.
Jonah Heim homered and had three hits for the A's, including the 500th of his career. Lawrence Butler added his sixth home run.
#homered #calif
Monasterio and Caleb Durbin each had three hits and Jahmal Jones also homered to lead the Red Sox to a win at Sutter Health Park a night after their road winning streak ended at 10 games.
The Red Sox won despite stranding six runners over the three innings prior to Monasterio's winner.
With Romy Gonzalez at second to begin the 10th, Monasterio crushed a 2-0 fastball off Jose Suarez (1-3) as many fans wearing Red Sox jerseys cheered in the A's home stadium.
Jonah Heim homered and had three hits for the A's, including the 500th of his career. Lawrence Butler added his sixth home run.
#homered #calif
2 days ago
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Fernando Tatis Jr. went 5 for 5 with two RBIs in the first five-hit game of his career, and Xander Bogaerts' sacrifice fly in the bottom of the ninth inning gave the San Diego Padres an 8-7 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Tuesday night.
Tatis became the first major leaguer with five singles in a game this season and the first Padres player to do it since Adrián González on Aug. 11, 2009.
Manny Machado had three hits for the Padres, including an eighth-inning single that was misplayed by right fielder Jake McCarthy for an error — allowing Jake Cronenworth to score the tying run.
San Diego loaded the bases against Jimmy Herget (0-4) with ***** ody out in the ninth on Jackson Merrill's leadoff single and two walks. Merrill scored on Bogaerts' fly to center field.
Mason Miller (3-1) struck out all three batters in the top of the ninth to keep it tied at 7.
#diego #Padres #game #inning
Tatis became the first major leaguer with five singles in a game this season and the first Padres player to do it since Adrián González on Aug. 11, 2009.
Manny Machado had three hits for the Padres, including an eighth-inning single that was misplayed by right fielder Jake McCarthy for an error — allowing Jake Cronenworth to score the tying run.
San Diego loaded the bases against Jimmy Herget (0-4) with ***** ody out in the ninth on Jackson Merrill's leadoff single and two walks. Merrill scored on Bogaerts' fly to center field.
Mason Miller (3-1) struck out all three batters in the top of the ninth to keep it tied at 7.
#diego #Padres #game #inning
2 days ago
Day four of Patriots training camp brought cornerback Christian Gonzalez to the podium.
It was the first time the star defensive back has talked to the media since owner Robert Kraft said Saturday the Patriots will offer Gonzalez a team-record and position-record contract. Gonzalez emphasized his desire to participate in camp despite the deal not being done.
"I mean, it's ball," Gonzalez said. "I'm going to come out and play some ball and have fun. We had a tough ending of the year that sits on everybody's mind all year, and I just wanted to get on the field and do what I do."
Gonzalez's teammates have commended his participation and attitude throughout the ongoing contract negotiations, and linebacker K.J. Britt noted the value he brings to the defense.
"Anytime you got a corner that can shut down a side of the field, and then with the defensive line you got, it's a scary combo," Britt said. "Very elite, smart, athletic, understands coverages and tendencies and techniques, and just a great player."
#gonzalez #Patriots #record #year
It was the first time the star defensive back has talked to the media since owner Robert Kraft said Saturday the Patriots will offer Gonzalez a team-record and position-record contract. Gonzalez emphasized his desire to participate in camp despite the deal not being done.
"I mean, it's ball," Gonzalez said. "I'm going to come out and play some ball and have fun. We had a tough ending of the year that sits on everybody's mind all year, and I just wanted to get on the field and do what I do."
Gonzalez's teammates have commended his participation and attitude throughout the ongoing contract negotiations, and linebacker K.J. Britt noted the value he brings to the defense.
"Anytime you got a corner that can shut down a side of the field, and then with the defensive line you got, it's a scary combo," Britt said. "Very elite, smart, athletic, understands coverages and tendencies and techniques, and just a great player."
#gonzalez #Patriots #record #year
2 days ago
The Boston Celtics have some big questions to answer next season. Which of them are the biggest in need of a resolution by the end of the 2026-27 NBA regular season? Several key questions heading into the coming campaign loom large for Boston President of Basketball Operations Brad Stevens and the rest of the front office.
Is Neemias Queta ready to start for the Celtics? Is Mitchell Robinson going to stay healthy enough if Queta is not the starter? What can Boston get out of vet guard Mike Conley? Will rookies Chris Cenac Jr. and Dillon Mitchell be ready enough to play? Will the trio of wings Baylor Scheierman, Jordan Walsh, and Hugo Gonzalez take a real step forward to help make up for Jaylen Brown's exit? And will Paul George be healthy most of the season?
The hosts of the "Celtics Beat" podcast, Adam Kaufman and Evan Valenti, took some time to talk with Celtics ***** yst Dan Greenberg on a recent episode of their show about all of the above. Check it out below!
Listen to "Havlicek Stole the Pod" on:
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#queta
Is Neemias Queta ready to start for the Celtics? Is Mitchell Robinson going to stay healthy enough if Queta is not the starter? What can Boston get out of vet guard Mike Conley? Will rookies Chris Cenac Jr. and Dillon Mitchell be ready enough to play? Will the trio of wings Baylor Scheierman, Jordan Walsh, and Hugo Gonzalez take a real step forward to help make up for Jaylen Brown's exit? And will Paul George be healthy most of the season?
The hosts of the "Celtics Beat" podcast, Adam Kaufman and Evan Valenti, took some time to talk with Celtics ***** yst Dan Greenberg on a recent episode of their show about all of the above. Check it out below!
Listen to "Havlicek Stole the Pod" on:
Blue Wire: https://tiny.ee/CdKp
#queta
2 days ago
FOXBOROUGH, Mass – After a slow day on Monday that consisted of just a walkthrough practice, the New England Patriots certainly ramped things up on Tuesday. The players took the field in shells, preparing for their first padded practice which is set for later this week.
And with that, those in attendance got their first look at the offense doing 7-on-7 drills as well as some time spent on 1-on-1s between the offensive and defensive lines.
With a higher-intensity practice comes lots more to talk about, so let's get into some takeaways:
The Patriots had three players depart practice early on Tuesday. First, it was starting cornerback Carlton Davis, who left after covering A.J. Brown during the 7-on-7 session. Kindle Vildor replaced him, and then Charles Woods. Then, when 11-on-11s began, it was Woods who was playing opposite Gonzalez, but he also left early. And lastly, there was Rhamondre Stevenson, who departed in the final minutes of practice.
Kayshon Boutte is unstoppable.
#tuesday #left #mass
And with that, those in attendance got their first look at the offense doing 7-on-7 drills as well as some time spent on 1-on-1s between the offensive and defensive lines.
With a higher-intensity practice comes lots more to talk about, so let's get into some takeaways:
The Patriots had three players depart practice early on Tuesday. First, it was starting cornerback Carlton Davis, who left after covering A.J. Brown during the 7-on-7 session. Kindle Vildor replaced him, and then Charles Woods. Then, when 11-on-11s began, it was Woods who was playing opposite Gonzalez, but he also left early. And lastly, there was Rhamondre Stevenson, who departed in the final minutes of practice.
Kayshon Boutte is unstoppable.
#tuesday #left #mass
2 days ago
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Christian Gonzalez may have an offer from the New England Patriots that would make him the highest-paid cornerback in the NFL. But something is keeping him from accepting it for now.
What that is exactly New England's star defender would rather keep private, even after owner Robert Kraft's public proclamations that the deal the team has put on the table is larger than any offered in Patriots history.
"Everybody knows what Mr. Kraft has done ... I respect what Mr. Kraft has brought to the franchise," Gonzalez said Tuesday. "It's something we don't want to handle to the media and keep that with the team and my (agents) and go on about that."
The ******* umption is that Gonzalez and his representatives are likely holding off an accepting an offer from the Patriots until Seattle Seahawks star cornerback Devon Witherspoon inks his anticipated contract extension first.
Witherspoon, a three-time Pro Bowler who was drafted fifth in 2023 ahead of Gonzalez at No. 17, is reportedly getting close to a deal with the defending Super Bowl championships.
#witherspoon #cornerback #accepting
What that is exactly New England's star defender would rather keep private, even after owner Robert Kraft's public proclamations that the deal the team has put on the table is larger than any offered in Patriots history.
"Everybody knows what Mr. Kraft has done ... I respect what Mr. Kraft has brought to the franchise," Gonzalez said Tuesday. "It's something we don't want to handle to the media and keep that with the team and my (agents) and go on about that."
The ******* umption is that Gonzalez and his representatives are likely holding off an accepting an offer from the Patriots until Seattle Seahawks star cornerback Devon Witherspoon inks his anticipated contract extension first.
Witherspoon, a three-time Pro Bowler who was drafted fifth in 2023 ahead of Gonzalez at No. 17, is reportedly getting close to a deal with the defending Super Bowl championships.
#witherspoon #cornerback #accepting
2 days ago
FOXBORO – Christian Gonzalez talked about his contract negotiations, and the offense impressed as the New England Patriots put their helmets back on after a walkthrough on Monday for the fourth straight day of training camp on Tuesday, July 28.
Gonzalez talked to the media after Tuesday's practice for the first time since owner Robert Kraft announced to the media on Saturday that the Patriots had offered Gonzalez a contract to make him both the highest-paid cornerback in league history and the highest-paid player in Patriots history.
Gonzalez, however, was not as candid as Kraft was about the negotiations.
"Everybody knows what Mr. Kraft has done; [I have] a ton of respect for Mr. Kraft, and what he's done with the franchise," Gonzalez said. "It's just something we don't want to handle in the media. I keep that with the team, and in my team, and go on about that."
Gonzalez repeated variations of the phrase "Keep that between my team and the front office" when he continued to be asked about the contract negotiations.
#keep
Gonzalez talked to the media after Tuesday's practice for the first time since owner Robert Kraft announced to the media on Saturday that the Patriots had offered Gonzalez a contract to make him both the highest-paid cornerback in league history and the highest-paid player in Patriots history.
Gonzalez, however, was not as candid as Kraft was about the negotiations.
"Everybody knows what Mr. Kraft has done; [I have] a ton of respect for Mr. Kraft, and what he's done with the franchise," Gonzalez said. "It's just something we don't want to handle in the media. I keep that with the team, and in my team, and go on about that."
Gonzalez repeated variations of the phrase "Keep that between my team and the front office" when he continued to be asked about the contract negotiations.
#keep
2 days ago
FOXBOROUGH, Mass — Christian Gonzalez made one thing very clear regarding his ongoing contract negotiations with the New England Patriots.
And that's that he plans to keep it out of the media.
But while it has been a big topic of discussion, it was further thrown into the public eye when Patriots owner Robert Kraft told reporters on the first day of training camp that the team had extended an offer to Gonzalez that would make him the highest-paid cornerback in the NFL and the highest-paid player in franchise history.
"Everybody knows what Mr. Kraft has done, a ton of respect for Mr. Kraft and what he's done with this franchise," Gonzalez said. "And it's just something we don't want to handle in the media. You know, I keep that with the team and my team and go on about that."
So, did Gonzalez feel pressured by Kraft after his public comments?
#gonzalez #kraft #keep #franchise
And that's that he plans to keep it out of the media.
But while it has been a big topic of discussion, it was further thrown into the public eye when Patriots owner Robert Kraft told reporters on the first day of training camp that the team had extended an offer to Gonzalez that would make him the highest-paid cornerback in the NFL and the highest-paid player in franchise history.
"Everybody knows what Mr. Kraft has done, a ton of respect for Mr. Kraft and what he's done with this franchise," Gonzalez said. "And it's just something we don't want to handle in the media. You know, I keep that with the team and my team and go on about that."
So, did Gonzalez feel pressured by Kraft after his public comments?
#gonzalez #kraft #keep #franchise
2 days ago
Astros' trade deadline plan revealed with .664 OPS problem originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
With the trade deadline less than one week away, the Houston Astros plan to be buyers.
ESPN's Alden Gonzalez wrote Tuesday that the Astros' general manager, Dana Brown, is not prepared to trade for an impending free agent, however.
Their biggest need is in the outfield.
"The Astros began the week with a combined .664 OPS from their outfielders, the worst mark in the majors," Gonzalez wrote.
#trade #week
With the trade deadline less than one week away, the Houston Astros plan to be buyers.
ESPN's Alden Gonzalez wrote Tuesday that the Astros' general manager, Dana Brown, is not prepared to trade for an impending free agent, however.
Their biggest need is in the outfield.
"The Astros began the week with a combined .664 OPS from their outfielders, the worst mark in the majors," Gonzalez wrote.
#trade #week
2 days ago
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — Even after 18 seasons in the NFL, kicker Nick Folk says he still gets excited about the dawn of a new season.
"Always exciting," Folk said Tuesday after reporting for his first training camp with the Atlanta Falcons. Folk, 41, and the Falcons will have their first practice on Wednesday.
"I tell everyone, there is nothing like playing on Sundays," Folk said. "Being in front of people, being in front your fans and playing, there's nothing like it. So training camp is just the start of that. And I'm just excited to kind of get going."
Folk signed with the Falcons on March 9, three days before the team signed free-agent punter Jake Bailey.
The Falcons' interest in Folk was easy to explain after the team went through three kickers — Younghoe Koo, Parker Romo and Zane Gonzalez — in 2025.
#excited #first #nothing #like
"Always exciting," Folk said Tuesday after reporting for his first training camp with the Atlanta Falcons. Folk, 41, and the Falcons will have their first practice on Wednesday.
"I tell everyone, there is nothing like playing on Sundays," Folk said. "Being in front of people, being in front your fans and playing, there's nothing like it. So training camp is just the start of that. And I'm just excited to kind of get going."
Folk signed with the Falcons on March 9, three days before the team signed free-agent punter Jake Bailey.
The Falcons' interest in Folk was easy to explain after the team went through three kickers — Younghoe Koo, Parker Romo and Zane Gonzalez — in 2025.
#excited #first #nothing #like
2 days ago
This article originally appeared on PGHBaseballNOW.com.
A day after putting pen to paper and officially signing with the Pirates, Derek Curiel took batting practice on the field at PNC Park ahead of Monday night's game against the Diamondbacks.
The on-field batting practice capped off a six-day stay in Pittsburgh for Curiel, who was selected by the Pirates with the fifth pick in this year's draft. He joined a hitting group of Bryan Reynolds, Ryan O'Hearn and Jacob Gonzalez for his first swings at his future home.
"It felt good," Curiel said after his round. "The stadium is beautiful. Nice backdrop, beautiful batter's eye. Couldn't ask for a better field to hit at."
Curiel said he hadn't swung a bat since arriving in Pittsburgh, but he didn't waste much time before taking some impressive cuts. With third base coach Tony Beasley throwing to him, Curiel hit a couple ****** over the wall and into the seats. One deep drive to right drew some aahs from several current Pirates.
#curiel #pittsburgh #beautiful #park
A day after putting pen to paper and officially signing with the Pirates, Derek Curiel took batting practice on the field at PNC Park ahead of Monday night's game against the Diamondbacks.
The on-field batting practice capped off a six-day stay in Pittsburgh for Curiel, who was selected by the Pirates with the fifth pick in this year's draft. He joined a hitting group of Bryan Reynolds, Ryan O'Hearn and Jacob Gonzalez for his first swings at his future home.
"It felt good," Curiel said after his round. "The stadium is beautiful. Nice backdrop, beautiful batter's eye. Couldn't ask for a better field to hit at."
Curiel said he hadn't swung a bat since arriving in Pittsburgh, but he didn't waste much time before taking some impressive cuts. With third base coach Tony Beasley throwing to him, Curiel hit a couple ****** over the wall and into the seats. One deep drive to right drew some aahs from several current Pirates.
#curiel #pittsburgh #beautiful #park
5 days ago
Despite the ongoing contract negotiations, New England Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez showed up for training camp.
For those wondering about the extent of his participation, Gonzalez is expected to participate in practice, according to Patriots coach Mike Vrabel on Friday.
"He is here. I expect him to participate," Vrabel said. "So, those contract negotiations are ongoing between the club and his agents. And I'm excited about having Christian back here with us and the impact he can make on our football team. Really enjoy the person, enjoy the player, and that's what I'm looking forward to."
Gonzalez's contract situation has been one of the biggest stories of the offseason.
The star defensive back is eligible for a contract extension, but he has yet to agree to a new deal with the team. Gonzalez has proven himself to be among the best cornerbacks in the NFL, and he might have a chance to reset the market at the position.
#Patriots #vrabel #here
For those wondering about the extent of his participation, Gonzalez is expected to participate in practice, according to Patriots coach Mike Vrabel on Friday.
"He is here. I expect him to participate," Vrabel said. "So, those contract negotiations are ongoing between the club and his agents. And I'm excited about having Christian back here with us and the impact he can make on our football team. Really enjoy the person, enjoy the player, and that's what I'm looking forward to."
Gonzalez's contract situation has been one of the biggest stories of the offseason.
The star defensive back is eligible for a contract extension, but he has yet to agree to a new deal with the team. Gonzalez has proven himself to be among the best cornerbacks in the NFL, and he might have a chance to reset the market at the position.
#Patriots #vrabel #here
5 days ago
One of the largest nuclear verdicts in history against trucking was handed down Thursday in a Dallas courtroom, a more than $600 million judgement that has quickly thrust C.H. Robinson into the post-Montgomery legal landscape.
A jury in Dallas County Court handed down a verdict of approximately $604 million in a case involving a March 2021 crash in Jackson, Mississippi. The case was filed in the Texas courtroom because the carrier whose truck was involved in the wreck, Lupus Superior, is based there.
C.H. Robinson (NASDAQ: CHRW) hired Lupus Superior to move products from Arizona Beverages.
Three persons were killed in the crash alongside numerous injuries to other automobile passengers in a pileup that occurred after a Lupus Superior truck driven by its employee, Gorgonio Gonzalez, plowed into several cars. Gonzalez also was killed in the crash.
The lead named plaintiff in the case is the estate of Peyton Lipe, who was one of the deceased.
#case #robinson #handed
A jury in Dallas County Court handed down a verdict of approximately $604 million in a case involving a March 2021 crash in Jackson, Mississippi. The case was filed in the Texas courtroom because the carrier whose truck was involved in the wreck, Lupus Superior, is based there.
C.H. Robinson (NASDAQ: CHRW) hired Lupus Superior to move products from Arizona Beverages.
Three persons were killed in the crash alongside numerous injuries to other automobile passengers in a pileup that occurred after a Lupus Superior truck driven by its employee, Gorgonio Gonzalez, plowed into several cars. Gonzalez also was killed in the crash.
The lead named plaintiff in the case is the estate of Peyton Lipe, who was one of the deceased.
#case #robinson #handed
5 days ago
Every indication is that elegant Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi is the second midfielder that Manchester City are aiming to sign this summer. Signing Bouaddi is imperative for City to future-proof their midfield. The 18-year-old Moroccan international looms as a player that City could build their midfield around for the long-term. Bouaddi's ability to maintain possession, read the game and drive the ball up the pitch at such a young age makes him one of the most highly rated young midfielders in European football. It has now been reported that Manchester City are confident of agreeing a deal with Lille to sign Bouaddi as their midfield revamp is seemingly taking shape.
Jack Johnson has reported for TeamTalk that Manchester City are increasingly confident that will agree a deal with Lille to sign Ayyoub Bouaddi. Furthermore, it is also reported that if City do agree to sign the Moroccan international from Lille they will not be loaning him back to the Ligue One side. As per Jack Johnson's report Lille are asking for £85.3 to sell their prized ******* et. They would demand £68 million if Bouaddi was loaned back to them for next season. The indication is that City will pay around £85 million to sign Bouaddi provided that they settle on a deal with Lille.
The midfield situation at Manchester City is ever-evolving. It would seem that the chances that Rodri could leave City for Real Madrid this summer have increased exponentially. City do still have Nico Gonzalez who could attempt to fill that particular void. The possibility that Nico O'Reilly could move into midfield is also a possibility. Elliot Anderson's arrival at the FA Cup and Carabao Cup holders adds another quality midfielder to their ranks. However, if Rodri leaves, even if he stays, Manchester City do need another midfielder. Especially one who could one day replace Rodri. Ayyoub Bouaddi does loom as that player.
Ayyoub Bouaddi is a player who could become a long-term player for Manchester City. Of course they have to sign him from Lille first. Bouaddi's age and already established pedigree makes an elite long-term prospect for the FA Cup and Carabao Cup holders. Finding a player, especially a midfielder, with those traits is especially difficult. City seem to have identified in Bouaddi and are determined to sign him.
Manchester City's confidence is growing that they will sign Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille this summer. Bouaddi's star rose due to his exceptional performances for Morocco at the World Cup and City will hope to sign him sooner rather than later.
#bouaddi #manchester #player
Jack Johnson has reported for TeamTalk that Manchester City are increasingly confident that will agree a deal with Lille to sign Ayyoub Bouaddi. Furthermore, it is also reported that if City do agree to sign the Moroccan international from Lille they will not be loaning him back to the Ligue One side. As per Jack Johnson's report Lille are asking for £85.3 to sell their prized ******* et. They would demand £68 million if Bouaddi was loaned back to them for next season. The indication is that City will pay around £85 million to sign Bouaddi provided that they settle on a deal with Lille.
The midfield situation at Manchester City is ever-evolving. It would seem that the chances that Rodri could leave City for Real Madrid this summer have increased exponentially. City do still have Nico Gonzalez who could attempt to fill that particular void. The possibility that Nico O'Reilly could move into midfield is also a possibility. Elliot Anderson's arrival at the FA Cup and Carabao Cup holders adds another quality midfielder to their ranks. However, if Rodri leaves, even if he stays, Manchester City do need another midfielder. Especially one who could one day replace Rodri. Ayyoub Bouaddi does loom as that player.
Ayyoub Bouaddi is a player who could become a long-term player for Manchester City. Of course they have to sign him from Lille first. Bouaddi's age and already established pedigree makes an elite long-term prospect for the FA Cup and Carabao Cup holders. Finding a player, especially a midfielder, with those traits is especially difficult. City seem to have identified in Bouaddi and are determined to sign him.
Manchester City's confidence is growing that they will sign Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille this summer. Bouaddi's star rose due to his exceptional performances for Morocco at the World Cup and City will hope to sign him sooner rather than later.
#bouaddi #manchester #player
6 days ago
The director of the country's premier American history museum said she has no regrets about any of the museum's exhibits during her tenure after an expert confronted her with a "shocking" display that he said smeared Founding Father Benjamin Franklin.
Smithsonian National Museum of American History Director Anthea Hartig faced intense questioning from lawmakers during two Capitol Hill hearings this week. The hearings followed a White House Domestic Policy Council report accusing the museum of using taxpayer dollars and its status as a world-renowned institution to advance a "radical activist ideology."
During a House hearing Tuesday, Heritage Foundation expert Mike Gonzalez testified that a multiyear special exhibit, "The Electric Dr. Franklin," included a display that "pondered whether he had ever done experiments, electrical electroshock on indentured servants or slaves."
Watch: Smithsonian Director Pressed On Woke Exhibits: 'Is Mickey Mouse Racist?'
Gonzalez testified that the display included this suggestion "without producing any evidence whatsoever," which he called "shocking."
#director #american #franklin #exhibits
Smithsonian National Museum of American History Director Anthea Hartig faced intense questioning from lawmakers during two Capitol Hill hearings this week. The hearings followed a White House Domestic Policy Council report accusing the museum of using taxpayer dollars and its status as a world-renowned institution to advance a "radical activist ideology."
During a House hearing Tuesday, Heritage Foundation expert Mike Gonzalez testified that a multiyear special exhibit, "The Electric Dr. Franklin," included a display that "pondered whether he had ever done experiments, electrical electroshock on indentured servants or slaves."
Watch: Smithsonian Director Pressed On Woke Exhibits: 'Is Mickey Mouse Racist?'
Gonzalez testified that the display included this suggestion "without producing any evidence whatsoever," which he called "shocking."
#director #american #franklin #exhibits
6 days ago
The Boston Celtics Las Vegas Summer League team was better than you think. Or at least that is the point of view of the hosts of the "First to the Floor" podcast, Jake Issenberg, Ben Vallis, and Wayne Spooney, who took some time on a recent episode of their show to take a look back at the Sin City Celtics and what they managed to put together in the NBA's annual summer exhibition series.
They get into the pleasant surprises of rookies Chris Cenac Jr. and Dillon Mitchell, as well as the bigger role taken on by second-year forward Hugo Gonzalez. They even get into some of the deeper cuts of the unsigned standouts with the Summer Celtics.
Take a look at the clip embedded below to hear what they had to say about why this version of the Sin City Celtics was better than their final record might have made you think.
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#celtics
They get into the pleasant surprises of rookies Chris Cenac Jr. and Dillon Mitchell, as well as the bigger role taken on by second-year forward Hugo Gonzalez. They even get into some of the deeper cuts of the unsigned standouts with the Summer Celtics.
Take a look at the clip embedded below to hear what they had to say about why this version of the Sin City Celtics was better than their final record might have made you think.
Listen to "Havlicek Stole the Pod" on:
Blue Wire: https://tiny.ee/CdKp
#celtics
6 days ago
The New England Patriots are set to kick off 2026 training camp in Foxborough, but contract questions loom large for a couple of notable players.
Patriots Pro Bowl cornerback Christian Gonzalez is entering the fourth year of his rookie contract and is reportedly seeking an extension that would involve a big payday for New England's top defensive player.
"I would expect him to be here," head coach Mike Vrabel said. "He is here, and I would expect him to participate. So, those contract negotiations are ongoing between the club and his agents. I'm excited about having Christian back here with us and the impact that he can make on our football team, and I really enjoy the person, enjoy the player."
As it stands, Gonzalez would earn $2,259,482 in the upcoming season under his current deal, according to Spotrac. The NFL's top cornerbacks currently earn upwards of $30 million per year.
Vrabel says CB Christian Gonzalez is here and he expects him to participate tomorrow. #Patriots boston25 pic.twitter.com/sxTXSPfX6m
#christian #gonzalez #year #player
Patriots Pro Bowl cornerback Christian Gonzalez is entering the fourth year of his rookie contract and is reportedly seeking an extension that would involve a big payday for New England's top defensive player.
"I would expect him to be here," head coach Mike Vrabel said. "He is here, and I would expect him to participate. So, those contract negotiations are ongoing between the club and his agents. I'm excited about having Christian back here with us and the impact that he can make on our football team, and I really enjoy the person, enjoy the player."
As it stands, Gonzalez would earn $2,259,482 in the upcoming season under his current deal, according to Spotrac. The NFL's top cornerbacks currently earn upwards of $30 million per year.
Vrabel says CB Christian Gonzalez is here and he expects him to participate tomorrow. #Patriots boston25 pic.twitter.com/sxTXSPfX6m
#christian #gonzalez #year #player
6 days ago
A member of the midfield ranks at La Liga champions Barcelona has made his way firmly onto the transfer radar of Premier League giants Manchester City.
The Blaugrana star in question? Marc Bernal.
Man City, for their part, are currently working on something of a revolution in the club's engine room ranks. Both Mateo Kovačić and Nico González are understood to have been placed on the market, with World Cup winner Rodri also being heavily linked with a potential Real Madrid switch.
Those in a position of power at The Etihad are therefore on the hunt for reinforcements with a view to next season.
And as alluded to above, amid this ongoing search, the gaze of those in the boardroom on the blue half of Manchester has this week turned towards Barcelona.
#ranks #liga #bernal
The Blaugrana star in question? Marc Bernal.
Man City, for their part, are currently working on something of a revolution in the club's engine room ranks. Both Mateo Kovačić and Nico González are understood to have been placed on the market, with World Cup winner Rodri also being heavily linked with a potential Real Madrid switch.
Those in a position of power at The Etihad are therefore on the hunt for reinforcements with a view to next season.
And as alluded to above, amid this ongoing search, the gaze of those in the boardroom on the blue half of Manchester has this week turned towards Barcelona.
#ranks #liga #bernal
6 days ago
There has been an abundance of NFL-caliber talent come through Eugene since 2020, with a high mark of 41 former Oregon Ducks hearing their names called in the NFL draft — and it's not just mid-to-late-round picks either.
From 2020-2025, seven Ducks were selected in the first round, showcasing the elite talent that Dan Lanning and his staff have not only brought to Eugene, but developed into players worthy of stardom in the NFL. More often than not, those former Oregon standouts have been productive in the league, living up the billing of being selected on the first night of the draft.
On Thursday, CBS Sports released a ranking of all 191 first-round picks since 2020, excluding the 2026 class (which also includes two former Ducks), as they haven't been able to take the field quite yet. Each first-rounder was divided into one of three categories: Best first-round decisions, solid picks with mixed returns and incomplete grades, and the most disappointing selections.
Let's check out where each of the seven first-round picks that came out of Oregon landed in the ranking.
You can probably predict who ended up here. In this top-tier category, four well-known pro Ducks appear: Justin Herbert (No. 6 overall), Penei Sewell (No. 14), Christian Gonzalez (No. 30) and Bo Nix (No. 32). The latter three have had strong team success during their time in the league, each helping lead their teams to the conference championship. Gonzalez went a step further, recording a crucial interception against the Nix-less Denver Broncos in the 2025 AFC Championship game that helped send the New England Patriots to the Super Bowl. While Herbert hasn't sniffed a conference championship yet, he's widely known as a top-10 quarterback in the league based off of pure talent, with team success predicted to come in the near future. All of whom were excellent selections by their respective teams.
#ducks
From 2020-2025, seven Ducks were selected in the first round, showcasing the elite talent that Dan Lanning and his staff have not only brought to Eugene, but developed into players worthy of stardom in the NFL. More often than not, those former Oregon standouts have been productive in the league, living up the billing of being selected on the first night of the draft.
On Thursday, CBS Sports released a ranking of all 191 first-round picks since 2020, excluding the 2026 class (which also includes two former Ducks), as they haven't been able to take the field quite yet. Each first-rounder was divided into one of three categories: Best first-round decisions, solid picks with mixed returns and incomplete grades, and the most disappointing selections.
Let's check out where each of the seven first-round picks that came out of Oregon landed in the ranking.
You can probably predict who ended up here. In this top-tier category, four well-known pro Ducks appear: Justin Herbert (No. 6 overall), Penei Sewell (No. 14), Christian Gonzalez (No. 30) and Bo Nix (No. 32). The latter three have had strong team success during their time in the league, each helping lead their teams to the conference championship. Gonzalez went a step further, recording a crucial interception against the Nix-less Denver Broncos in the 2025 AFC Championship game that helped send the New England Patriots to the Super Bowl. While Herbert hasn't sniffed a conference championship yet, he's widely known as a top-10 quarterback in the league based off of pure talent, with team success predicted to come in the near future. All of whom were excellent selections by their respective teams.
#ducks
7 days ago
As Real Madrid continue their summer rebuild under the leadership of new coach Jose Mourinho, many players are facing an uncertain future at the club.
Among those who are tipped to leave the club is Fran Gonzalez, Real Madrid’s third-choice goalkeeper who may leave the Santiago Bernabeu this summer in favour of a loan deal elsewhere.
Real Madrid themselves want Gonzalez to play regularly at the highest level, which is why they had been looking for the ideal loan destination for the goalkeeper.
According to journalist Ben Fernandes Santos, Real Madrid have received multiple offers for Gonzalez this summer.
Fran Gonzalez’s future at Real Madrid remains uncertain. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)
#uncertain
Among those who are tipped to leave the club is Fran Gonzalez, Real Madrid’s third-choice goalkeeper who may leave the Santiago Bernabeu this summer in favour of a loan deal elsewhere.
Real Madrid themselves want Gonzalez to play regularly at the highest level, which is why they had been looking for the ideal loan destination for the goalkeeper.
According to journalist Ben Fernandes Santos, Real Madrid have received multiple offers for Gonzalez this summer.
Fran Gonzalez’s future at Real Madrid remains uncertain. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)
#uncertain
8 days ago
Real Madrid forward Endrick has been appointed as UNICEF’s newest ambassador in Brazil, the organization announced on Wednesday.
The 20-year-old joins a select group of Brazilian public figures who use their platforms to raise awareness about children’s rights and support UNICEF’s initiatives throughout the country. Fellow ambassadors include television presenter Maísa, actor Renato Aragão, singer Daniela Mercury, actor Lázaro Ramos, actor Bruno Gagliasso, and the iconic comic character Mónica.
UNICEF has worked with ambassadors around the world since 1954, selecting artists, athletes, and other influential personalities who are not only widely recognized but also demonstrate a genuine commitment to improving the lives of children and adolescents.
According to UNICEF Brazil representative Joaquín González-Alemán, Endrick’s influence and example make him an ideal choice for the role.
“The work of UNICEF ambassadors is fundamental to mobilizing society in defense of children and adolescents. Endrick is an exemplary young man who inspires millions of children and adolescents and has enormous potential to convey messages about children’s rights throughout Brazil.”
#children #adolescents #real
The 20-year-old joins a select group of Brazilian public figures who use their platforms to raise awareness about children’s rights and support UNICEF’s initiatives throughout the country. Fellow ambassadors include television presenter Maísa, actor Renato Aragão, singer Daniela Mercury, actor Lázaro Ramos, actor Bruno Gagliasso, and the iconic comic character Mónica.
UNICEF has worked with ambassadors around the world since 1954, selecting artists, athletes, and other influential personalities who are not only widely recognized but also demonstrate a genuine commitment to improving the lives of children and adolescents.
According to UNICEF Brazil representative Joaquín González-Alemán, Endrick’s influence and example make him an ideal choice for the role.
“The work of UNICEF ambassadors is fundamental to mobilizing society in defense of children and adolescents. Endrick is an exemplary young man who inspires millions of children and adolescents and has enormous potential to convey messages about children’s rights throughout Brazil.”
#children #adolescents #real
8 days ago
The Yankees came oh so close to completing another late comeback, only to stall out after Ben Rice’s game-tying three-run homer and eventually lose in extras. They still have a chance to split the doubleheader and win the series as they take the field less than three hours after the final out of Game 1, and they’ll do so as Max Fried makes his long-awaited return from injury.
Max Fried last pitched on May 13th against the Orioles, and had to depart after three innings with noticeably lowered velocity on all his pitches. It was later revealed that he had suffered a bone bruise in his left elbow and was shut down for over a month. He made just one rehab **** ignment start last Friday for the Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders, allowing two runs on three hits with three strikeouts and no walks on 52 pitches. Rather than make a final rehab start, the doubleheader convinced the Yankees to activate Fried off the IL to start the nightcap, where he will be on a pitch count of around 60. At the time of his injury, Fried was 4-3 in ten starts, with a 3.21 ERA (132 ERA+), 2.71 FIP, and 50 strikeouts in 61.2 innings.
Fried will face off against Pirates rookie Bubba Chandler. The 23-year-old righty isn’t very subtle, mainly trying to blow you away with a four-seamer that averages 99 mph. He backs up that heater with a slider and a changeup. Expect the Yankees to have a patient approach against the pitcher with the highest walk rate (13.1-percent) of any starter in baseball. In 18 starts, Chandler is 3-8 with a 4.77 ERA (92 ERA+), 4.59 FIP, and 85 strikeouts in 94.1 innings.
The Yankees make three changes to the line from the day game. Anthony Volpe replaces José Caballero at shortstop which should ease tensions with this umpiring crew after the incident involving his pitch clock manipulation earlier today. Paul Goldschmidt gets the start at first moving Ben Rice to DH and Spencer Jones to the bench. Ali Sánchez replaces Austin Wells behind the plate.
The Pirates also make three changes to their lineup with the lefty Fried on the mound. Marcell Ozuna comes in to DH, moving Ryan O’Hearn to first and Tyler Callihan to the bench. Jared Triolo replaces Jacob Gonzalez at shortstop despite the latter homering off Gerrit Cole while Rafael Flores Jr. subs in for Henry Davis at catcher.
#rice
Max Fried last pitched on May 13th against the Orioles, and had to depart after three innings with noticeably lowered velocity on all his pitches. It was later revealed that he had suffered a bone bruise in his left elbow and was shut down for over a month. He made just one rehab **** ignment start last Friday for the Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders, allowing two runs on three hits with three strikeouts and no walks on 52 pitches. Rather than make a final rehab start, the doubleheader convinced the Yankees to activate Fried off the IL to start the nightcap, where he will be on a pitch count of around 60. At the time of his injury, Fried was 4-3 in ten starts, with a 3.21 ERA (132 ERA+), 2.71 FIP, and 50 strikeouts in 61.2 innings.
Fried will face off against Pirates rookie Bubba Chandler. The 23-year-old righty isn’t very subtle, mainly trying to blow you away with a four-seamer that averages 99 mph. He backs up that heater with a slider and a changeup. Expect the Yankees to have a patient approach against the pitcher with the highest walk rate (13.1-percent) of any starter in baseball. In 18 starts, Chandler is 3-8 with a 4.77 ERA (92 ERA+), 4.59 FIP, and 85 strikeouts in 94.1 innings.
The Yankees make three changes to the line from the day game. Anthony Volpe replaces José Caballero at shortstop which should ease tensions with this umpiring crew after the incident involving his pitch clock manipulation earlier today. Paul Goldschmidt gets the start at first moving Ben Rice to DH and Spencer Jones to the bench. Ali Sánchez replaces Austin Wells behind the plate.
The Pirates also make three changes to their lineup with the lefty Fried on the mound. Marcell Ozuna comes in to DH, moving Ryan O’Hearn to first and Tyler Callihan to the bench. Jared Triolo replaces Jacob Gonzalez at shortstop despite the latter homering off Gerrit Cole while Rafael Flores Jr. subs in for Henry Davis at catcher.
#rice
9 days ago
Second-year Boston Celtics forward Hugo Gonzalez has turned a lot of heads playing with the Sin City Celtics at the NBA's 2026 Las Vegas Summer League this offseason, taking on a higher-usage role that has him on the ball a lot more than he has with Boston in his rookie campaign.
The Madrid, Spain native put up 18.3 points, 8.0 rebounds, 5.1 ****** ists, and 1.7 steals per game with the Summer Celtics this year in the league's annual offseason exhibition series. While there, he shot a slightly concerning 31.8 percent from the field overall and just 25.9 percent from beyond the arc (it being summer league this is not a huge red flag) along with a promising 80.0 percent from the free throw line.
The folks behind the "Tomasz Kordylewski (Timi)" YouTube channel put together a clip featuring the best of his play with the Sin City Celtics for us to enjoy on our own time. Check it out below!
Listen to "Havlicek Stole the Pod" on:
Blue Wire: https://tiny.ee/CdKp
#second
The Madrid, Spain native put up 18.3 points, 8.0 rebounds, 5.1 ****** ists, and 1.7 steals per game with the Summer Celtics this year in the league's annual offseason exhibition series. While there, he shot a slightly concerning 31.8 percent from the field overall and just 25.9 percent from beyond the arc (it being summer league this is not a huge red flag) along with a promising 80.0 percent from the free throw line.
The folks behind the "Tomasz Kordylewski (Timi)" YouTube channel put together a clip featuring the best of his play with the Sin City Celtics for us to enjoy on our own time. Check it out below!
Listen to "Havlicek Stole the Pod" on:
Blue Wire: https://tiny.ee/CdKp
#second
14 days ago
New York City socialist Mayor Zohran Mamdani is facing criticism online over a news conference where a local housing advocate claimed evictions are a form of "violence" as the mayor stood behind her.
"Our city is turning the corner on tenant power. When we organize, we win results. The Mamdani administration is emboldening us so we no longer tolerate the violence of evictions as a matter of business as usual," Antonia Marrero, a member of the Housing Organizers for People Empowerment (HOPE) Tenant Union, said during a news conference Thursday.
Mamdani, who has faced heavy criticism over the past year for his housing policies, was quickly blasted by conservatives and political commentators in general on social media over the comment.
"This looks like a scene out of a Batman movie," Heritage Foundation senior fellow Mike Gonzalez posted on X.
Mamdani Sparks Fierce Backlash For World Cup Stunt 'Palling Around' With Rikers Island Convicts
"Our city is turning the corner on tenant power. When we organize, we win results. The Mamdani administration is emboldening us so we no longer tolerate the violence of evictions as a matter of business as usual," Antonia Marrero, a member of the Housing Organizers for People Empowerment (HOPE) Tenant Union, said during a news conference Thursday.
Mamdani, who has faced heavy criticism over the past year for his housing policies, was quickly blasted by conservatives and political commentators in general on social media over the comment.
"This looks like a scene out of a Batman movie," Heritage Foundation senior fellow Mike Gonzalez posted on X.
Mamdani Sparks Fierce Backlash For World Cup Stunt 'Palling Around' With Rikers Island Convicts
16 days ago
Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla never played in the NBA, so he hasn't experienced the physical toll of an 82-game regular season. However, in order to better understand his players, the reigning Coach of the Year tries to simulate the daily grind of the NBA within the Octagon.
Mazzulla is a huge martial arts fan and has attended multiple UFC fights while coaching the C's. His passion goes beyond fandom, though. The New England native told Ariel Helwani — one of the leading journalists covering professional fighting — in an exclusive interview that he's practiced mixed martial arts for the last 4 to 5 years. That training doesn't stop during the middle of the busy NBA regular season either, as Mazzulla believes it's a way for him to connect to the fatigue his players might be feeling.
"I have a lot of respect for our team and the guys in the NBA," he began. "And they push themselves physically, mentally, and emotionally all year long...I can go through the whole season and not have any physical, taxing moments...So, the more I can kind of meet them where they're at and put yourself in that position, I think it helps have empathy for them and understand what they go through."
Mazzulla hasn't just been figuratively meeting players where they're at. He's literally done it over the course of his four seasons as head coach, especially this summer. He traveled to Portugal to visit Celtics center Neemias Queta, he went to Spain to watch Celtics guard Hugo Gonzalez play, and he made trips within the United States to see Celtics wings Baylor Scheierman and Jordan Walsh in their home states of Nebraska and Texas, respectively.
The former West Virginia basketball captain has a unique ability to level the playing field with others that even goes beyond his players. During the 2025-26 campaign, Mazzulla lowered his press conference podium so that he could be closer to where members of the media sit rather than tower over them. And prior to the season, he helped organize a basketball scrimmage between Celtics coaches and reporters that made national headlines.
Mazzulla is a huge martial arts fan and has attended multiple UFC fights while coaching the C's. His passion goes beyond fandom, though. The New England native told Ariel Helwani — one of the leading journalists covering professional fighting — in an exclusive interview that he's practiced mixed martial arts for the last 4 to 5 years. That training doesn't stop during the middle of the busy NBA regular season either, as Mazzulla believes it's a way for him to connect to the fatigue his players might be feeling.
"I have a lot of respect for our team and the guys in the NBA," he began. "And they push themselves physically, mentally, and emotionally all year long...I can go through the whole season and not have any physical, taxing moments...So, the more I can kind of meet them where they're at and put yourself in that position, I think it helps have empathy for them and understand what they go through."
Mazzulla hasn't just been figuratively meeting players where they're at. He's literally done it over the course of his four seasons as head coach, especially this summer. He traveled to Portugal to visit Celtics center Neemias Queta, he went to Spain to watch Celtics guard Hugo Gonzalez play, and he made trips within the United States to see Celtics wings Baylor Scheierman and Jordan Walsh in their home states of Nebraska and Texas, respectively.
The former West Virginia basketball captain has a unique ability to level the playing field with others that even goes beyond his players. During the 2025-26 campaign, Mazzulla lowered his press conference podium so that he could be closer to where members of the media sit rather than tower over them. And prior to the season, he helped organize a basketball scrimmage between Celtics coaches and reporters that made national headlines.
16 days ago
Ayyoub Bouaddi’s decision on his future is in the offing as Manchester City “push hard” to secure the Lille midfielder’s signature, as per new reports.
The Moroccan has been a sensation during the 2026 FIFA World Cup and played a starring role in his nation’s impressive run to the quarter-final stage, which saw them bow out at the hands of favourites France.
His performances have garnered attention from clubs across Europe during this summer’s window, with City’s director of football Hugo Viana a huge admirer of the 18-year-old, who has already appeared 63 times for LOSC Lille in France’s top-tier.
Lille’s Ayyoub Bouaddi poised for major position change at Manchester City
Manchester City‘s interest in Bouaddi comes as we await formalities to be completed on Elliot Anderson‘s £116 million move from Nottingham Forest after he returns from World Cup action with semi-finalists England – and with murmurs of moves for Nico Gonzalez and Tijjani Reijnders, a new look midfield may be favourable for new City boss Enzo Maresca.
The Moroccan has been a sensation during the 2026 FIFA World Cup and played a starring role in his nation’s impressive run to the quarter-final stage, which saw them bow out at the hands of favourites France.
His performances have garnered attention from clubs across Europe during this summer’s window, with City’s director of football Hugo Viana a huge admirer of the 18-year-old, who has already appeared 63 times for LOSC Lille in France’s top-tier.
Lille’s Ayyoub Bouaddi poised for major position change at Manchester City
Manchester City‘s interest in Bouaddi comes as we await formalities to be completed on Elliot Anderson‘s £116 million move from Nottingham Forest after he returns from World Cup action with semi-finalists England – and with murmurs of moves for Nico Gonzalez and Tijjani Reijnders, a new look midfield may be favourable for new City boss Enzo Maresca.
17 days ago
Home Run Derby Live Updates, Highlights, Leaderboard From 2026 All-Star Event originally appeared on NESN. Add NESN as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
Can a member of the Red Sox bring a Home Run Derby **** le back to Boston?
Willson Contreras, who has hit 20 home runs this year, is the first Red Sox player to participate in the Home Run Derby since David Ortiz and Adrian Gonzalez back in 2011. He will attempt to beat other sluggers like Junior Caminero, Bryce Harper, Ben Rice and Kyle Schwarber.
This year, participants don't have to worry about a timer. Players will have 20 swings in Round 1 and 15 swings in Round 2 and the final round. The four players with the highest home run totals in the first round will advance to the semifinals and go head-to-head in order to determine the finalists and champion.
Follow along right here for the full results and best highlights from the 2026 Home Run Derby.
Can a member of the Red Sox bring a Home Run Derby **** le back to Boston?
Willson Contreras, who has hit 20 home runs this year, is the first Red Sox player to participate in the Home Run Derby since David Ortiz and Adrian Gonzalez back in 2011. He will attempt to beat other sluggers like Junior Caminero, Bryce Harper, Ben Rice and Kyle Schwarber.
This year, participants don't have to worry about a timer. Players will have 20 swings in Round 1 and 15 swings in Round 2 and the final round. The four players with the highest home run totals in the first round will advance to the semifinals and go head-to-head in order to determine the finalists and champion.
Follow along right here for the full results and best highlights from the 2026 Home Run Derby.
17 days ago
Pirates climb power rankings after impressive sweep of division rival originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The offensive offseason additions have really paid off for the Pittsburgh Pirates this season. While they struggled with the bats last year, it's a whole different story as we head into the All-Star break this season.
Not only do they have the best team batting average across MLB, but they also hold the top spot in runs batted in, runs scored, and hits. Nick Gonzalez leads the way with his .308 batting average, while Brandon Lowe leads the team in home runs and runs batted in.
That has really helped a pitching staff that has not pitched up to expectations, but is still doing enough to get over .500 headed into the All-Star Break.
MORE: Pirates 'best' trade deadline match is 2.40 ERA Red Sox reliever
The offensive offseason additions have really paid off for the Pittsburgh Pirates this season. While they struggled with the bats last year, it's a whole different story as we head into the All-Star break this season.
Not only do they have the best team batting average across MLB, but they also hold the top spot in runs batted in, runs scored, and hits. Nick Gonzalez leads the way with his .308 batting average, while Brandon Lowe leads the team in home runs and runs batted in.
That has really helped a pitching staff that has not pitched up to expectations, but is still doing enough to get over .500 headed into the All-Star Break.
MORE: Pirates 'best' trade deadline match is 2.40 ERA Red Sox reliever
17 days ago
How to Watch Celtics vs. Hawks: Channel, Live Stream & Start Time for NBA Summer League Game originally appeared on NESN. Add NESN as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The Celtics will try to remain undefeated when they take on the Hawks in their latest NBA Summer League game.
Boston defeated Charlotte, 87-75, on Sunday to move to 2-0 in the Las Vegas Summer League. Dillon Mitchell led all scorers with 24 points, and John Tonje (17 points) and Hugo Gonzalez (14 points) helped the Celtics secure another victory.
The Hawks are also 2-0 after beating the Spurs and Nets. First-round pick Kingston Flemings totaled nine points, seven rebounds and five **** ists in Atlanta's 83-76 win over Brooklyn.
Here is everything you need to know about Celtics vs. Hawks, including TV and streaming options for the Summer League game.
The Celtics will try to remain undefeated when they take on the Hawks in their latest NBA Summer League game.
Boston defeated Charlotte, 87-75, on Sunday to move to 2-0 in the Las Vegas Summer League. Dillon Mitchell led all scorers with 24 points, and John Tonje (17 points) and Hugo Gonzalez (14 points) helped the Celtics secure another victory.
The Hawks are also 2-0 after beating the Spurs and Nets. First-round pick Kingston Flemings totaled nine points, seven rebounds and five **** ists in Atlanta's 83-76 win over Brooklyn.
Here is everything you need to know about Celtics vs. Hawks, including TV and streaming options for the Summer League game.
