3 days ago
Spooky season is here, which means Kings Island's Halloween Haunt is in full swing, and a famous Cincinnati native stopped by for all the thrills and chills.
Nick Lachey, the 98 Degrees boy band member and "Love Is Blind" host, shared the family outing to Kings Island in an Oct. 6 Instagram post. Lachey, along with his three children and wife Vanessa, with whom he co-hosts "Love Is Blind," posed in front of one of the park's most beloved (or hated) rides, depending on whom you ask: The Beast.
"Beast Mode activated! Kicked off Fall at Kings Island. Kids loved riding The Beast, the longest wooden rollercoaster in the world! Kings Island … you still got it!" he wrote.
Lachey's recent Kings Island visit was a full-circle moment as the singer, who attended the School for Creative & Performing Arts in Over-the-Rhine, also worked at Kings Island as a teenager. The 98 Degrees member was in a barbershop quartet.
"I started off singing a cappella barbershop music, walking around the park and singing to guests," Lachey said in a 2013 interview, per The Hollywood Reporter.
#kings #blind #full #whom
Nick Lachey, the 98 Degrees boy band member and "Love Is Blind" host, shared the family outing to Kings Island in an Oct. 6 Instagram post. Lachey, along with his three children and wife Vanessa, with whom he co-hosts "Love Is Blind," posed in front of one of the park's most beloved (or hated) rides, depending on whom you ask: The Beast.
"Beast Mode activated! Kicked off Fall at Kings Island. Kids loved riding The Beast, the longest wooden rollercoaster in the world! Kings Island … you still got it!" he wrote.
Lachey's recent Kings Island visit was a full-circle moment as the singer, who attended the School for Creative & Performing Arts in Over-the-Rhine, also worked at Kings Island as a teenager. The 98 Degrees member was in a barbershop quartet.
"I started off singing a cappella barbershop music, walking around the park and singing to guests," Lachey said in a 2013 interview, per The Hollywood Reporter.
#kings #blind #full #whom
26 days ago
It has been a rollercoaster year for the "Magnificent Seven" stocks, the name given to tech ******* ans Nvidia, Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, Alphabet, Tesla, and Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META). Of the group, only Meta and Tesla are in the red for the year, down 1.2% and 18.8%, respectively, through market close on Sept. 10.
Both have their fair share of issues, but Meta is a struggling stock that seems to have plenty of upside from its current level. And if history is any indication of what's possible, you may regret not investing while it's having an off year.
Missed Nvidia in 2009? This Rare Signal Is Flashing Again. In 2009, a "Double Down" signal flashed for a little-known chipmaker called Nvidia. For the first time in years, that same "Total Conviction" signal is flashing for a company 1/100th the size of Nvidia. Continue »
No single issue is dragging down Meta's stock; it's a combination of factors, with the two main ones being its AI spending and its ongoing regulatory issues.
This year, Meta is slated to spend between $130 billion and $145 billion on AI-related projects, such as building data centers and other infrastructure. In the second quarter (Q2), it spent $31 billion, which, for perspective, is more than all but 26 public companies have made in profits in their past four quarters combined.
#tesla #Stock
Both have their fair share of issues, but Meta is a struggling stock that seems to have plenty of upside from its current level. And if history is any indication of what's possible, you may regret not investing while it's having an off year.
Missed Nvidia in 2009? This Rare Signal Is Flashing Again. In 2009, a "Double Down" signal flashed for a little-known chipmaker called Nvidia. For the first time in years, that same "Total Conviction" signal is flashing for a company 1/100th the size of Nvidia. Continue »
No single issue is dragging down Meta's stock; it's a combination of factors, with the two main ones being its AI spending and its ongoing regulatory issues.
This year, Meta is slated to spend between $130 billion and $145 billion on AI-related projects, such as building data centers and other infrastructure. In the second quarter (Q2), it spent $31 billion, which, for perspective, is more than all but 26 public companies have made in profits in their past four quarters combined.
#tesla #Stock
30 days ago
Well. Another pathetic showing from a St. Louis Cardinals bullpen resulted in a series sweep against a mediocre opponent. This team has constantly shown it plays to the level of their competition, but the series against the Giants went too far.
After winning five of their last six series on the road, including taking the season series against the Dodgers, the Cardinals had momentum against the miserable Giants only to see the season pretty much come to an end in San Francisco. To get over the emotions this three-game set made me feel, I dusted off the podcast equipment and finally recorded a new episode of Cardinals on My Time.
Joining me on the episode was returning guest Matt Blaker, and nothing against Matt, but I was pumped to have Tanner Larkins joining the pod as well. Chances are, you have no idea who that is and I just came across his profile earlier this week. Tanner is the front man for a band called Bayview Lane and his two singles instantly caught my attention. Add on the fact he was rocking a Cardinals hat in his videos while being from the Chicago area like me, he was the perfect guest to have on with Matt and me.
In the episode, we talked about the rollercoaster ride of the season, roster management, but also focused on the future. To me, the most frustrating point of this season was the roster management, be it playing short-handed through injuries or with a seemingly always "taxed" bullpen. The bullpen conversation was made worse after this series, but the problems revert all the way back to the offseason despite the early season success and breakout of certain guys.
One thing we talked about was that this bullpen creation, or lack thereof, was done intentionally. That is one of the more upsetting things to me (and keep your "this is a rebuild" comments to yourself) because this was a clear hole all year. Of course, bullpens are a ***** shoot every year, but you're telling me adding another one or two higher profile relievers would prevent the rebuild from happening? Worst case scenario, you pull the plug on those arms in a season that doesn't matter, middle case, you flip them at the deadline, best case, you're actually competing for a playoff spot instead of blowing 37 leads.
#season
After winning five of their last six series on the road, including taking the season series against the Dodgers, the Cardinals had momentum against the miserable Giants only to see the season pretty much come to an end in San Francisco. To get over the emotions this three-game set made me feel, I dusted off the podcast equipment and finally recorded a new episode of Cardinals on My Time.
Joining me on the episode was returning guest Matt Blaker, and nothing against Matt, but I was pumped to have Tanner Larkins joining the pod as well. Chances are, you have no idea who that is and I just came across his profile earlier this week. Tanner is the front man for a band called Bayview Lane and his two singles instantly caught my attention. Add on the fact he was rocking a Cardinals hat in his videos while being from the Chicago area like me, he was the perfect guest to have on with Matt and me.
In the episode, we talked about the rollercoaster ride of the season, roster management, but also focused on the future. To me, the most frustrating point of this season was the roster management, be it playing short-handed through injuries or with a seemingly always "taxed" bullpen. The bullpen conversation was made worse after this series, but the problems revert all the way back to the offseason despite the early season success and breakout of certain guys.
One thing we talked about was that this bullpen creation, or lack thereof, was done intentionally. That is one of the more upsetting things to me (and keep your "this is a rebuild" comments to yourself) because this was a clear hole all year. Of course, bullpens are a ***** shoot every year, but you're telling me adding another one or two higher profile relievers would prevent the rebuild from happening? Worst case scenario, you pull the plug on those arms in a season that doesn't matter, middle case, you flip them at the deadline, best case, you're actually competing for a playoff spot instead of blowing 37 leads.
#season
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1 month ago
Heather Watson and Harriet Dart will go head-to-head for a place in the US Open main draw as six British players made it through to the third and final qualifying round in New York.
Watson kept alive her hopes of a first US Open singles main-draw appearance in five years by overcoming Spain's Angela Fita Boluda in a rollercoaster encounter lasting nearly three hours.
The 34-year-old was twice a break up in the third set and served for the match - only to be taken to a deciding 10-point tie-break.
However, she held her nerve to seal a 6-4 5-7 7-6 (10-5) win.
That set up a meeting with Dart, who earlier produced a 5-7 6-0 6-3 win against American 16-year-old Kristina Penickova.
#watson #main
Watson kept alive her hopes of a first US Open singles main-draw appearance in five years by overcoming Spain's Angela Fita Boluda in a rollercoaster encounter lasting nearly three hours.
The 34-year-old was twice a break up in the third set and served for the match - only to be taken to a deciding 10-point tie-break.
However, she held her nerve to seal a 6-4 5-7 7-6 (10-5) win.
That set up a meeting with Dart, who earlier produced a 5-7 6-0 6-3 win against American 16-year-old Kristina Penickova.
#watson #main
2 months ago
Nikki Garcia is no longer worried about getting back into the dating pool.
Nearly two years after her split from Artem Chigvintsev, the former WWE star confessed to her twin sister that she is completely at peace with being alone.
Nikki Garcia and Artem Chigvintsev first connected as partners on "Dancing With the Stars" before reconnecting years later. They welcomed their son Matteo and married in 2022, but their relationship unraveled after a rollercoaster in 2024, and they finalized their divorce later that year.
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Garcia made her position on single life clear during her latest podcast conversation on "The Nikki & Brie Show." She said she does not fear being alone, even if she never finds another relationship. The 42-year-old added that she is "completely at peace" with that possibility.
#nikki #alone
Nearly two years after her split from Artem Chigvintsev, the former WWE star confessed to her twin sister that she is completely at peace with being alone.
Nikki Garcia and Artem Chigvintsev first connected as partners on "Dancing With the Stars" before reconnecting years later. They welcomed their son Matteo and married in 2022, but their relationship unraveled after a rollercoaster in 2024, and they finalized their divorce later that year.
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Garcia made her position on single life clear during her latest podcast conversation on "The Nikki & Brie Show." She said she does not fear being alone, even if she never finds another relationship. The 42-year-old added that she is "completely at peace" with that possibility.
#nikki #alone
2 months ago
DETROIT — I'm calling it. The Tigers are toast.
It's been another rollercoaster of a season for Detroit's baseball team, which two years ago bucked 0.2% odds, and last year blew a 16.5-game lead in the division. Both seasons, the Tigers ended up in the playoffs and actually won a playoff series. Not this year. This year, the rollercoaster has crashed, burned and there's no coming back from that.
The Tigers entered last weekend's home series against the Chicago White Sox with a chance to take over first place in the American League Central with a sweep. They got swept, and that was the beginning of the end.
Since the start of that series, the Tigers have lost seven of eight games, including the first two games of this weekend's series against the Royals in Kansas City. They now are 61-68, seven games under .500 for the first time since mid-July. They are six games back of the White Sox.
And, the worst, they are 2.5 games back of the final wild-card spot, which doesn't seem all that daunting, until you consider this: There are seven teams in the hunt for that final playoff spot, and the Tigers sit seventh in that race. Jumping one, two or even three teams is doable, still with 33 games to go. Jumping six? Yeah, they're toast.
#first #since
It's been another rollercoaster of a season for Detroit's baseball team, which two years ago bucked 0.2% odds, and last year blew a 16.5-game lead in the division. Both seasons, the Tigers ended up in the playoffs and actually won a playoff series. Not this year. This year, the rollercoaster has crashed, burned and there's no coming back from that.
The Tigers entered last weekend's home series against the Chicago White Sox with a chance to take over first place in the American League Central with a sweep. They got swept, and that was the beginning of the end.
Since the start of that series, the Tigers have lost seven of eight games, including the first two games of this weekend's series against the Royals in Kansas City. They now are 61-68, seven games under .500 for the first time since mid-July. They are six games back of the White Sox.
And, the worst, they are 2.5 games back of the final wild-card spot, which doesn't seem all that daunting, until you consider this: There are seven teams in the hunt for that final playoff spot, and the Tigers sit seventh in that race. Jumping one, two or even three teams is doable, still with 33 games to go. Jumping six? Yeah, they're toast.
#first #since
2 months ago
Jessica Pegula rallied from a break down in the final set to topple defending champion Iga Swiatek 7-5, 4-6, 6-4 on Saturday and reach the final of the ATP-WTA Cincinnati Masters.
World number three Pegula needed nearly three hours to dethrone Swiatek as the duo rode a rollercoaster of breaks and re-breaks before the 31-year-old American took a 5-4 lead in the final set after Swiatek saved three break points but double-faulted on a fourth.
Pegula quickly closed it out, firing a service winner on match point to reach Sunday's championship match in the US Open tune-up.
"Crazy match today," Pegula said. "A lot of back and forth, a lot of breaks," Pegula said, "Really windy, kind of odd conditions. I felt like we were playing well and then not playing well.
"It was really tough to kind of get a gauge on the match.
#pegula
World number three Pegula needed nearly three hours to dethrone Swiatek as the duo rode a rollercoaster of breaks and re-breaks before the 31-year-old American took a 5-4 lead in the final set after Swiatek saved three break points but double-faulted on a fourth.
Pegula quickly closed it out, firing a service winner on match point to reach Sunday's championship match in the US Open tune-up.
"Crazy match today," Pegula said. "A lot of back and forth, a lot of breaks," Pegula said, "Really windy, kind of odd conditions. I felt like we were playing well and then not playing well.
"It was really tough to kind of get a gauge on the match.
#pegula
2 months ago
Lakers, Timberwolves reportedly favorites to sign $46M ex-Warriors NBA champion to end free agency originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The Los Angeles Lakers have been searching for their next starting power forward throughout the entire summer, but they have not had much luck to this point. With the offseason nearing its end, Los Angeles is still looking for the right player to fill the position.
LA is looking to prove it can remain a high-level team without LeBron James on the roster. The Lakers have been interested in NBA champion Jonathan ***** inga from the beginning of free agency.
"There is mutual free agent interest between Jonathan ***** inga and the Lakers, per Jovan Buha. Los Angeles continues to work behind the scenes to secure ***** inga's commitment as their new wing addition," NBA reporter Evan Sidery wrote.
The Lakers have pursued ***** inga for so long that the situation has become a rollercoaster as everyone waits to see where he will ultimately land. Los Angeles has even offered him a contract, making it surprising that a deal has yet to be finalized.
#agency
The Los Angeles Lakers have been searching for their next starting power forward throughout the entire summer, but they have not had much luck to this point. With the offseason nearing its end, Los Angeles is still looking for the right player to fill the position.
LA is looking to prove it can remain a high-level team without LeBron James on the roster. The Lakers have been interested in NBA champion Jonathan ***** inga from the beginning of free agency.
"There is mutual free agent interest between Jonathan ***** inga and the Lakers, per Jovan Buha. Los Angeles continues to work behind the scenes to secure ***** inga's commitment as their new wing addition," NBA reporter Evan Sidery wrote.
The Lakers have pursued ***** inga for so long that the situation has become a rollercoaster as everyone waits to see where he will ultimately land. Los Angeles has even offered him a contract, making it surprising that a deal has yet to be finalized.
#agency
2 months ago
Barcelona bid farewell to Ferran Torres after four and a half seasons at the club, with the Spanish forward securing a move to PSG ahead of the new season.
The 26-year-old leaves the Catalan giants after a remarkable rollercoaster experience during his time there, but with his stock at the highest it has ever been.
Ferran's exit leaves Barça without a recognised striker option in the senior squad, as the club try to address that situation in the final weeks of the transfer window.
Since his exit was made official, farewell messages have followed, and Dani Olmo has now shared an emotional message for Ferran.
The Barça midfielder posted a picture alongside Ferran on Instagram, taken during the club's **** le celebrations, and made clear that the 26-year-old will be missed inside the dressing room.
#ferran #torres
The 26-year-old leaves the Catalan giants after a remarkable rollercoaster experience during his time there, but with his stock at the highest it has ever been.
Ferran's exit leaves Barça without a recognised striker option in the senior squad, as the club try to address that situation in the final weeks of the transfer window.
Since his exit was made official, farewell messages have followed, and Dani Olmo has now shared an emotional message for Ferran.
The Barça midfielder posted a picture alongside Ferran on Instagram, taken during the club's **** le celebrations, and made clear that the 26-year-old will be missed inside the dressing room.
#ferran #torres
2 months ago
Sinners actor Michael B Jordan and British actress Raye have sparked romance rumors after they were spotted on a theme park ride together at an LA amusement park.
The Oscar winner was captured alongside the "Where Is My Husband" vocalist at Six Flags Magic Mountain over the weekend. The pair were pictured chatting on the rollercoaster, seemingly unaware they were being watched.
Fans captured photos and videos of the actor and "Escapism" singer on the rides, laughing and chatting behind rollercoaster handlebars. The pair were reportedly joined by Jordan's younger brother, Khalid.
Last year, the 39-year-old Black Panther actor was linked to actress Taylor Russell after they were spotted on London's Oxford Street together. He previously dated Lori Harvey between 2020 and 2022, reportedly splitting due to being at different stages of life.
He told Jay Shetty's podcast in 2024 that he gets "lonely" but isn't ready to date again yet. "There's a loneliness that I have; the worst part of that is the feeling like ***** ody really understands. Sometimes falling into the ***** es of being alone, feeling alone," the Swapped actor admitted.
#spotted #captured #rollercoaster #reportedly
The Oscar winner was captured alongside the "Where Is My Husband" vocalist at Six Flags Magic Mountain over the weekend. The pair were pictured chatting on the rollercoaster, seemingly unaware they were being watched.
Fans captured photos and videos of the actor and "Escapism" singer on the rides, laughing and chatting behind rollercoaster handlebars. The pair were reportedly joined by Jordan's younger brother, Khalid.
Last year, the 39-year-old Black Panther actor was linked to actress Taylor Russell after they were spotted on London's Oxford Street together. He previously dated Lori Harvey between 2020 and 2022, reportedly splitting due to being at different stages of life.
He told Jay Shetty's podcast in 2024 that he gets "lonely" but isn't ready to date again yet. "There's a loneliness that I have; the worst part of that is the feeling like ***** ody really understands. Sometimes falling into the ***** es of being alone, feeling alone," the Swapped actor admitted.
#spotted #captured #rollercoaster #reportedly
2 months ago
There are plenty of new faces in new places as the 2026 college football season inches closer. Some of these coaches in the first year with their new programs are tasked with resetting the culture, others are expected to bring a sense of stability, and a select few are burdened with the mandate to win right away.
Penn State head coach Matt Campbell certainly won't be fired or reprimanded if he struggles in his first year in Happy Valley, but this is a proud program that won't accept mediocrity or underachievement for very long. Brad Crawford of CBS Sports predicted the records for each new coach this season, and the Nittany Lions' leader got a respectable estimate at 9-3.
This record is tied for third-best among all of Crawford's coaching predictions, with Utah coach Morgan Scalley and LSU coach Lane Kiffin ranked higher. Campbell is even expected to do better than Kyle Whittingham at Michigan, who is arguably walking into a much easier situation with a lot more talent.
9-3 likely wouldn't be enough to get into the College Football Playoff, but it would secure a Bowl Game and be a much smoother ride than last year's rollercoaster. Crawford has Penn State going 6-3 in the Big Ten, likely meaning losses against Michigan and USC. It hopefully wouldn't be a sign of things to come, but after more than a decade of big-game blunders under the leadership of James Franklin, it would be a relief for fans if Campbell didn't begin his tenure losing two of his only big games in the conference.
It's tough to gauge any team's standing right now with no games or scrimmages happening, but the vibes seem to be positive around the Nittany Lions at the moment. Let's see if they can parlay this energy into a successful season that shocks some people.
#coach #penn #crawford #college
Penn State head coach Matt Campbell certainly won't be fired or reprimanded if he struggles in his first year in Happy Valley, but this is a proud program that won't accept mediocrity or underachievement for very long. Brad Crawford of CBS Sports predicted the records for each new coach this season, and the Nittany Lions' leader got a respectable estimate at 9-3.
This record is tied for third-best among all of Crawford's coaching predictions, with Utah coach Morgan Scalley and LSU coach Lane Kiffin ranked higher. Campbell is even expected to do better than Kyle Whittingham at Michigan, who is arguably walking into a much easier situation with a lot more talent.
9-3 likely wouldn't be enough to get into the College Football Playoff, but it would secure a Bowl Game and be a much smoother ride than last year's rollercoaster. Crawford has Penn State going 6-3 in the Big Ten, likely meaning losses against Michigan and USC. It hopefully wouldn't be a sign of things to come, but after more than a decade of big-game blunders under the leadership of James Franklin, it would be a relief for fans if Campbell didn't begin his tenure losing two of his only big games in the conference.
It's tough to gauge any team's standing right now with no games or scrimmages happening, but the vibes seem to be positive around the Nittany Lions at the moment. Let's see if they can parlay this energy into a successful season that shocks some people.
#coach #penn #crawford #college
2 months ago
Yordan Alvarez can add to his MLB lead in home runs with another homer today.
The MLB best home run bets are mired in a genuinely frustrating funk, with 10 consecutive incorrect home run props. The long-shot nature of home run bets means losing streaks are part of the rollercoaster ride.
That said, they're also priced as long-shot bets, meaning a low rate of successful picks can still generate a profit. To that point, the best home run bets have an 18-69 record, with three no-bets, but they've generated $261 in profit for anyone who has bet $100 on each of the touted home run props at the listed odds.
There isn't much wiggle room to miss on home run props without drying up the season's profits. Fortunately, two home run props stand out from the pack today as get-right opportunities to turn things around. Two left-handed sluggers with incredible batted-ball data and tasty matchups have the most appealing home run bets on Wednesday's MLB slate.
Over 0.5 Home Runs (+285) at FanDuel Sportsbook
#home #shot #yordan
The MLB best home run bets are mired in a genuinely frustrating funk, with 10 consecutive incorrect home run props. The long-shot nature of home run bets means losing streaks are part of the rollercoaster ride.
That said, they're also priced as long-shot bets, meaning a low rate of successful picks can still generate a profit. To that point, the best home run bets have an 18-69 record, with three no-bets, but they've generated $261 in profit for anyone who has bet $100 on each of the touted home run props at the listed odds.
There isn't much wiggle room to miss on home run props without drying up the season's profits. Fortunately, two home run props stand out from the pack today as get-right opportunities to turn things around. Two left-handed sluggers with incredible batted-ball data and tasty matchups have the most appealing home run bets on Wednesday's MLB slate.
Over 0.5 Home Runs (+285) at FanDuel Sportsbook
#home #shot #yordan
2 months ago
Managerless Newcastle announced the signing of Czech goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek from Portuguese side Braga on Monday.
Hornicek has agreed a five-year deal after the Magpies activated his 30-million-euro (£25.7 million, $34.6 million) release clause, and he becomes the club's fifth signing of the summer.
"The last few days have been an emotional rollercoaster from when I first heard about the move and now I'm so happy to be here," said the 24-year-old, who is expected to supplant Nick Pope as first-choice goalkeeper.
"I know Newcastle is a huge football city, with 52,000 fans at St James' Park creating an incredible atmosphere and pushing the team every game. I can't wait to play in front of them."
Newcastle sporting director Ross Wilson said Hornicek had "firmly established himself as one of Europe's top young goalkeepers".
#signing #czech
Hornicek has agreed a five-year deal after the Magpies activated his 30-million-euro (£25.7 million, $34.6 million) release clause, and he becomes the club's fifth signing of the summer.
"The last few days have been an emotional rollercoaster from when I first heard about the move and now I'm so happy to be here," said the 24-year-old, who is expected to supplant Nick Pope as first-choice goalkeeper.
"I know Newcastle is a huge football city, with 52,000 fans at St James' Park creating an incredible atmosphere and pushing the team every game. I can't wait to play in front of them."
Newcastle sporting director Ross Wilson said Hornicek had "firmly established himself as one of Europe's top young goalkeepers".
#signing #czech
2 months ago
Newcastle United have announced the signing of goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek from SC Braga a deal worth €30.578 million.
Hornicek was officially unveiled as the Magpies' latest signing this morning, having put pen to paper on a five-year contract — running until June 2031.
"The last few days have been an emotional rollercoaster from when I first heard about the move and now I'm so happy to be here. It's a brilliant opportunity in a new league, which I'm very excited about," the Czech international said on his arrival.
"From the very first moment I arrived here, I received a fantastic welcome and really felt the warmth of the club. Everyone has been brilliant in helping me settle in.
"I know Newcastle is a huge football city, with 52,000 fans at St. James' Park creating an incredible atmosphere and pushing the team every game. I can't wait to play in front of them."
#united #magpies
Hornicek was officially unveiled as the Magpies' latest signing this morning, having put pen to paper on a five-year contract — running until June 2031.
"The last few days have been an emotional rollercoaster from when I first heard about the move and now I'm so happy to be here. It's a brilliant opportunity in a new league, which I'm very excited about," the Czech international said on his arrival.
"From the very first moment I arrived here, I received a fantastic welcome and really felt the warmth of the club. Everyone has been brilliant in helping me settle in.
"I know Newcastle is a huge football city, with 52,000 fans at St. James' Park creating an incredible atmosphere and pushing the team every game. I can't wait to play in front of them."
#united #magpies
2 months ago
JJ Bleday can match his career high for home runs in a season by blasting a homer tonight.
The MLB best home run bets slipped to an 18-65 record, with three no-bets after two misses on home run props for Chase DeLauter and Julio Rodriguez on Wednesday. Fortunately, home run bets are long-shot wagers, so bettors don't need to get many correct to generate a profit.
As a result, even the unimpressive record for the MLB best home run bets has resulted in $661 in profit for anyone who has bet $100 on each of the touted home run bets at the listed odds. The MLB best home run bets are a rollercoaster ride, and they've been headed downward lately. Gamblers must understand the downswings are part of the equation.
Tonight is a great opportunity for the rollercoaster to climb. Two left-handed-hitting outfielders in favorable matchups in their homer-friendly home ballparks have the most appealing home run props on Saturday's MLB slate.
Over 0.5 Home Runs (+382) at DraftKings Sportsbook
#home #bets #rollercoaster
The MLB best home run bets slipped to an 18-65 record, with three no-bets after two misses on home run props for Chase DeLauter and Julio Rodriguez on Wednesday. Fortunately, home run bets are long-shot wagers, so bettors don't need to get many correct to generate a profit.
As a result, even the unimpressive record for the MLB best home run bets has resulted in $661 in profit for anyone who has bet $100 on each of the touted home run bets at the listed odds. The MLB best home run bets are a rollercoaster ride, and they've been headed downward lately. Gamblers must understand the downswings are part of the equation.
Tonight is a great opportunity for the rollercoaster to climb. Two left-handed-hitting outfielders in favorable matchups in their homer-friendly home ballparks have the most appealing home run props on Saturday's MLB slate.
Over 0.5 Home Runs (+382) at DraftKings Sportsbook
#home #bets #rollercoaster
2 months ago
Last season was a rollercoaster for Green Bay Packers cornerback Keisean Nixon. On one hand, he finished tied for sixth in the NFL in pass defenses with 17. On the other hand, he racked up 11 penalties, the second most among all defensive backs. That volatility becomes less surprising when you remember it was his first season as a full-time outside cornerback.
With his first season as an outside cornerback behind him and a big year ahead, Nixon isn't patting himself on the back but rather hopes to keep growing in his new role while learning from his mistakes.
"I think it helped a lot going over the film and watching the mistakes I made and some of the dumb penalties that I gave up, just not knowing the level of it, what it takes," said Nixon after practice on Thursday. "I feel like I had a really strong year to start it, but definitely ready to prove myself again this year for sure."
Nixon is a rare case of a seven-year veteran who is still learning to play his primary position. The 2019 undrafted free agent has reinvented himself from a special teamer to a nickel corner to an All-Pro kick returner to now being an every-down player at one of the game's premium positions.
The path forward won't get easier for Nixon. As long as he's entrenched as the Packers' No. 1 cornerback, expectations will be high. His focus, though, is in the right places: cleaning up the penalties and developing into a more complete outside corner.
#nixon #season
With his first season as an outside cornerback behind him and a big year ahead, Nixon isn't patting himself on the back but rather hopes to keep growing in his new role while learning from his mistakes.
"I think it helped a lot going over the film and watching the mistakes I made and some of the dumb penalties that I gave up, just not knowing the level of it, what it takes," said Nixon after practice on Thursday. "I feel like I had a really strong year to start it, but definitely ready to prove myself again this year for sure."
Nixon is a rare case of a seven-year veteran who is still learning to play his primary position. The 2019 undrafted free agent has reinvented himself from a special teamer to a nickel corner to an All-Pro kick returner to now being an every-down player at one of the game's premium positions.
The path forward won't get easier for Nixon. As long as he's entrenched as the Packers' No. 1 cornerback, expectations will be high. His focus, though, is in the right places: cleaning up the penalties and developing into a more complete outside corner.
#nixon #season
3 months ago
It was a rollercoaster of a day for Atlanta Braves fans and Ronald Acuna Jr fantasy owners yesterday. First, news dropped that Acuna's return was imminent and he'd be back with the Braves at some point between tonight and Sunday. However, we all got a scare last night when, in perhaps his final rehab game with the Gwinnett Stripers, Acuna struck out and limped back to the dugout.
While the video was posted with essentially no explanation, it naturally led to rampant speculation. However, there were some key takeaways that social media appeared to ignore in favor of untethered panic as social media does. He is currently rehabbing a left hamstring injury, which had sidelined him; however, this was clearly a right leg injury and looked like an ankle injury. So, it was clear this was not a reinjury for anyone who put any thought into it.
This morning we got an update from Braves beat writer Mark Bowman that Acuna is fine and this should have no impact on a potential return. That's incredible news for Acuna owners. We should expect him back at the top of the Braves lineup as early as tonight and no later than Sunday. His activation off the IL now looks to be imminent.
Acuna was irreplaceable in fantasy lineups and is among the best in the game when he's clicking on all cylinders. He has a rare combination of power and speed, matched by very few players ever, let alone in the league today.
However, it may be a good idea to temper expectations when it comes to base stealing out of the gates as he comes off a second hamstring injury. We have seen him be hesitant before coming off injuries, and that could be the case again here. Nevertheless, we would expect him to be at full speed well before your fantasy baseball playoffs. It shouldn't take him more than a few weeks to get his full confidence back.
#however #fantasy #sunday
While the video was posted with essentially no explanation, it naturally led to rampant speculation. However, there were some key takeaways that social media appeared to ignore in favor of untethered panic as social media does. He is currently rehabbing a left hamstring injury, which had sidelined him; however, this was clearly a right leg injury and looked like an ankle injury. So, it was clear this was not a reinjury for anyone who put any thought into it.
This morning we got an update from Braves beat writer Mark Bowman that Acuna is fine and this should have no impact on a potential return. That's incredible news for Acuna owners. We should expect him back at the top of the Braves lineup as early as tonight and no later than Sunday. His activation off the IL now looks to be imminent.
Acuna was irreplaceable in fantasy lineups and is among the best in the game when he's clicking on all cylinders. He has a rare combination of power and speed, matched by very few players ever, let alone in the league today.
However, it may be a good idea to temper expectations when it comes to base stealing out of the gates as he comes off a second hamstring injury. We have seen him be hesitant before coming off injuries, and that could be the case again here. Nevertheless, we would expect him to be at full speed well before your fantasy baseball playoffs. It shouldn't take him more than a few weeks to get his full confidence back.
#however #fantasy #sunday
3 months ago
If you've ever spent a Saturday afternoon in the north of Rome, you'll know that the air feels different when Lazio are playing at home. It's a mixture of nervous energy, the scent of roasting meat from street stalls, and a very specific kind of quiet tension that hums through the crowds heading toward the Stadio Olimpico.
For the Biancocelesti faithful, a match isn't just ninety minutes of football; it's a complex dance with fate. In Italy, they have a word for this that goes beyond simple superstition: Scaramanzia. It's the art of fending off bad luck. It's the belief that if you wear the wrong socks, take the wrong bridge over the Tiber, or speak too confidently about a win, you'll personally be responsible for a last-minute goal from the opposition. While some might call it irrational, for those in the Curva Nord, it's a science.
The journey to the stadium usually starts at the Ponte Milvio. This ancient bridge, famous for its history and more recently for its "love locks," serves as the psychological gateway for Lazio fans. You'll see thousands of supporters gathered here, and if you look closely, you'll notice the patterns. It isn't just about getting a drink before the game; it's about the repetition of specific actions that have "worked" in the past.
I've spoken to fans who have worn the same faded shirt to every home game for a decade. It doesn't matter if it's thirty degrees in August or freezing in January; that shirt is a lucky charm. If they wash it, they're washing the luck away. It sounds absurd to an outsider, but when you're standing in the middle of a crowd of passionate Italians, you start to believe it too.
The food rituals are just as strict. Many fans won't dream of entering the stadium without a specific meal at a specific stall near the bridge. Whether it's a porchetta sandwich or a simple slice of pizza, the consistency provides a sense of control over an outcome that is, in reality, entirely out of their hands. It's a way of grounding themselves before the emotional rollercoaster begins.
#fans #lazio #isn 't #luck
For the Biancocelesti faithful, a match isn't just ninety minutes of football; it's a complex dance with fate. In Italy, they have a word for this that goes beyond simple superstition: Scaramanzia. It's the art of fending off bad luck. It's the belief that if you wear the wrong socks, take the wrong bridge over the Tiber, or speak too confidently about a win, you'll personally be responsible for a last-minute goal from the opposition. While some might call it irrational, for those in the Curva Nord, it's a science.
The journey to the stadium usually starts at the Ponte Milvio. This ancient bridge, famous for its history and more recently for its "love locks," serves as the psychological gateway for Lazio fans. You'll see thousands of supporters gathered here, and if you look closely, you'll notice the patterns. It isn't just about getting a drink before the game; it's about the repetition of specific actions that have "worked" in the past.
I've spoken to fans who have worn the same faded shirt to every home game for a decade. It doesn't matter if it's thirty degrees in August or freezing in January; that shirt is a lucky charm. If they wash it, they're washing the luck away. It sounds absurd to an outsider, but when you're standing in the middle of a crowd of passionate Italians, you start to believe it too.
The food rituals are just as strict. Many fans won't dream of entering the stadium without a specific meal at a specific stall near the bridge. Whether it's a porchetta sandwich or a simple slice of pizza, the consistency provides a sense of control over an outcome that is, in reality, entirely out of their hands. It's a way of grounding themselves before the emotional rollercoaster begins.
#fans #lazio #isn 't #luck
3 months ago
Texas football coach Steve Sarkisian warned the SEC about second-year starting quarterback Arch Manning on Thursday, July 23.
"I think right now he's a very dangerous player," Sarkisian said at SEC Media Days. "Because he learned a lot from last season."
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Manning, who entered last season with extremely lofty expectations thanks to being the latest quarterback from the prestigious Manning family, had a rollercoaster season with the Longhorns, struggling early before hitting his stride in Texas' final eight games.
The former five-star recruit and No. 1 overall player nationally out of high school finished the year with 3,163 passing yards and 26 touchdowns to seven interceptions, along with 399 rushing yards and 10 scores. Nineteen of his 36 total touchdowns came in Texas' final six games.
#season #sarkisian #coach #year
"I think right now he's a very dangerous player," Sarkisian said at SEC Media Days. "Because he learned a lot from last season."
REQUIRED READING: We're all addicted to the Lane Kiffin show as LSU coach rules SEC media days | Opinion
Manning, who entered last season with extremely lofty expectations thanks to being the latest quarterback from the prestigious Manning family, had a rollercoaster season with the Longhorns, struggling early before hitting his stride in Texas' final eight games.
The former five-star recruit and No. 1 overall player nationally out of high school finished the year with 3,163 passing yards and 26 touchdowns to seven interceptions, along with 399 rushing yards and 10 scores. Nineteen of his 36 total touchdowns came in Texas' final six games.
#season #sarkisian #coach #year
3 months ago
Braves brunch baseball is back on the menu, folks.
The things to like about last night’s game? Runs on the board for the good guys (albeit late), ultimately not ****** ing defeat from the jaws of victory, and guaranteeing a series split.
No need to relive the bad or discuss the ninth inning other than the totally normal Iggy save.
The Braves have a golden opportunity to win a series against the Padres at home for the first time since 2018 (!) with their ace on the mound.
At this point in the season with our rollercoaster rotation, it almost brings tears to the eyes to see Chris Sale set to start. Sale (10-6, 2.06 ERA) twirled a gem in his last time out with seven shutout innings against the Texas Rangers. He threw 89 pitches, only surrendered two hits, and struck out six in a rare occasion for Braves starters this season: pitching 6+ innings. He also recorded strikeout #2 ,700.
#Braves #innings #runs #Padres
The things to like about last night’s game? Runs on the board for the good guys (albeit late), ultimately not ****** ing defeat from the jaws of victory, and guaranteeing a series split.
No need to relive the bad or discuss the ninth inning other than the totally normal Iggy save.
The Braves have a golden opportunity to win a series against the Padres at home for the first time since 2018 (!) with their ace on the mound.
At this point in the season with our rollercoaster rotation, it almost brings tears to the eyes to see Chris Sale set to start. Sale (10-6, 2.06 ERA) twirled a gem in his last time out with seven shutout innings against the Texas Rangers. He threw 89 pitches, only surrendered two hits, and struck out six in a rare occasion for Braves starters this season: pitching 6+ innings. He also recorded strikeout #2 ,700.
#Braves #innings #runs #Padres
3 months ago
There was a moment, after Argentina came back from 2-0 down to reach the World Cup quarter-finals, when Lionel Messi simply could not stop crying.
There was a touch of celebration but also something more raw than that. He had already cried once this tournament, after he heard of a complication with his father's health following the opening match.
This time, his tears came from relief. Not from escaping defeat against Egypt, but relief he hadn't let his team-mates down after missing a penalty that, for a while, threatened to end Argentina's tournament.
For Messi right now, the emotions arrive tangled together: relief, pressure, family, the crowd, team-mates who love him and want - more than anything - to see him win again. This may be his last World Cup. Then again, who knows.
But somewhere in the middle of all that rollercoaster there is also enormous happiness for a man who has finally found the perfect context, a football team built to his measure. All for one and one for all.
There was a touch of celebration but also something more raw than that. He had already cried once this tournament, after he heard of a complication with his father's health following the opening match.
This time, his tears came from relief. Not from escaping defeat against Egypt, but relief he hadn't let his team-mates down after missing a penalty that, for a while, threatened to end Argentina's tournament.
For Messi right now, the emotions arrive tangled together: relief, pressure, family, the crowd, team-mates who love him and want - more than anything - to see him win again. This may be his last World Cup. Then again, who knows.
But somewhere in the middle of all that rollercoaster there is also enormous happiness for a man who has finally found the perfect context, a football team built to his measure. All for one and one for all.
3 months ago
The quarterback play of the Minnesota Vikings has been a rollercoaster in terms of who is under center in recent years. Despite that, the play of their passers has been decent up until last season, when an often-injured and inconsistent J.J. McCarthy made the offense come to a screeching halt.
The Minnesota Vikings need to have a better offense in 2026, plain and simple. The Vikings did what they could to improve it, and now they will be leaning on former Heisman Trophy winner Kyler Murray to lead them into their next chapter. That move was enough for Bleacher Report's Moe Moton to include them among his top five teams improved this offseason.
Moton writes, "Although Murray underperformed in Arizona over the last few years, he could see a career resurgence under O'Connell, who has called plays for a top-six passing offense in three of his four years with the Vikings. The 28-year-old signal-caller needs to stay healthy, though. Murray joined a team with a solid wide receiver duo in two-time All-Pro Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison. Minnesota signed Jennings, who caught 55 passes for 643 yards and a career-high nine touchdowns last season with the San Francisco 49ers. The Vikings will have a new dynamic starting quarterback and one of the league's best receiver trios this year. Expect this offense to rack up points as one of the top 10 scoring units."
Murray is going to have the best supporting cast of his career. Pairing that with a coaching staff that has shown they can get the most of reclamation projects at quarterback. The perfect storm could be brewing for the Vikings on offense in 2026.
This article originally appeared on Vikings Wire: Vikings' offense earns praise for improvements from Bleacher Report
The Minnesota Vikings need to have a better offense in 2026, plain and simple. The Vikings did what they could to improve it, and now they will be leaning on former Heisman Trophy winner Kyler Murray to lead them into their next chapter. That move was enough for Bleacher Report's Moe Moton to include them among his top five teams improved this offseason.
Moton writes, "Although Murray underperformed in Arizona over the last few years, he could see a career resurgence under O'Connell, who has called plays for a top-six passing offense in three of his four years with the Vikings. The 28-year-old signal-caller needs to stay healthy, though. Murray joined a team with a solid wide receiver duo in two-time All-Pro Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison. Minnesota signed Jennings, who caught 55 passes for 643 yards and a career-high nine touchdowns last season with the San Francisco 49ers. The Vikings will have a new dynamic starting quarterback and one of the league's best receiver trios this year. Expect this offense to rack up points as one of the top 10 scoring units."
Murray is going to have the best supporting cast of his career. Pairing that with a coaching staff that has shown they can get the most of reclamation projects at quarterback. The perfect storm could be brewing for the Vikings on offense in 2026.
This article originally appeared on Vikings Wire: Vikings' offense earns praise for improvements from Bleacher Report
3 months ago
There was a moment, after Argentina came back from 2-0 down to reach the World Cup quarter-finals, when Lionel Messi simply could not stop crying.
There was a touch of celebration but also something more raw than that. He had already cried once this tournament, after he heard of a complication with his father's health following the opening match.
This time, his tears came from relief. Not from escaping defeat against Egypt, but relief he hadn't let his team-mates down after missing a penalty that, for a while, threatened to end Argentina's tournament.
For Messi right now, the emotions arrive tangled together: relief, pressure, family, the crowd, team-mates who love him and want - more than anything - to see him win again. This may be his last World Cup. Then again, who knows.
But somewhere in the middle of all that rollercoaster there is also enormous happiness for a man who has finally found the perfect context, a football team built to his measure. All for one and one for all.
There was a touch of celebration but also something more raw than that. He had already cried once this tournament, after he heard of a complication with his father's health following the opening match.
This time, his tears came from relief. Not from escaping defeat against Egypt, but relief he hadn't let his team-mates down after missing a penalty that, for a while, threatened to end Argentina's tournament.
For Messi right now, the emotions arrive tangled together: relief, pressure, family, the crowd, team-mates who love him and want - more than anything - to see him win again. This may be his last World Cup. Then again, who knows.
But somewhere in the middle of all that rollercoaster there is also enormous happiness for a man who has finally found the perfect context, a football team built to his measure. All for one and one for all.
3 months ago
Another Wimbledon is in the books, with Jannik Sinner successfully defending his men’s ****** le and Linda Noskova becoming the 10th different women’s champion in the last 10 years.
For the second year in a row, men’s No 1 Sinner bounced back from disappointment in Paris to secure a cathartic Wimbledon crown, as the Italian defeated second seed Alexander Zverev in a gruelling four-set battle.
The 21-year-old Noskova became the youngest women’s champion since Petra Kvitova in 2011 and added to Czechia’s illustrious Wimbledon history as she defeated compatriot Karolina Muchova in a rollercoaster final.
There was not a single drop of rain across the Wimbledon fortnight while the wildcard run of Britain’s Arthur Fery, who reached the semi-finals, and the return of Serena Williams to singles at the age of 44 were also highlights during the tournament.
Here are some of the best moments from Wimbledon 2026, as well as an early look ahead to the US Open.
For the second year in a row, men’s No 1 Sinner bounced back from disappointment in Paris to secure a cathartic Wimbledon crown, as the Italian defeated second seed Alexander Zverev in a gruelling four-set battle.
The 21-year-old Noskova became the youngest women’s champion since Petra Kvitova in 2011 and added to Czechia’s illustrious Wimbledon history as she defeated compatriot Karolina Muchova in a rollercoaster final.
There was not a single drop of rain across the Wimbledon fortnight while the wildcard run of Britain’s Arthur Fery, who reached the semi-finals, and the return of Serena Williams to singles at the age of 44 were also highlights during the tournament.
Here are some of the best moments from Wimbledon 2026, as well as an early look ahead to the US Open.
3 months ago
The day before the Tour's first rest stage proved to be a highly charged rollercoaster. As overall leader, Tadej Pogacar chose who would be allowed in the breakaway and who would not, the worn out peloton was ready for the day to be over.
The unbearable heat matched with the speed of both the breakaway and peloton proved every rider was ready to wrap this day up early. From Malemort to Ussel, the hills were calm compared to the intensity of the riders.
At one thrilling point, Tom Pidcock's gears broke on him in the breakaway. After a few swift kicks, the gears were fixed, and he was back with the leaders.
The final breakaway included the likes of Mathieu Van Der Poel, Tobias Johannessen, Tom Pidcock, and Alex Baudin. The peloton nipped at their heels the entire day. So much so, the peloton filled with the leaders, finished 6 seconds behind today's stage winner.
As they approached the final turn, no one would dare challenge MVDP. Sure enough, he held off not only his breakaway group, but the entire peloton as Fillipo Ganna hauled the rest of the cyclists behind him.
The unbearable heat matched with the speed of both the breakaway and peloton proved every rider was ready to wrap this day up early. From Malemort to Ussel, the hills were calm compared to the intensity of the riders.
At one thrilling point, Tom Pidcock's gears broke on him in the breakaway. After a few swift kicks, the gears were fixed, and he was back with the leaders.
The final breakaway included the likes of Mathieu Van Der Poel, Tobias Johannessen, Tom Pidcock, and Alex Baudin. The peloton nipped at their heels the entire day. So much so, the peloton filled with the leaders, finished 6 seconds behind today's stage winner.
As they approached the final turn, no one would dare challenge MVDP. Sure enough, he held off not only his breakaway group, but the entire peloton as Fillipo Ganna hauled the rest of the cyclists behind him.
3 months ago
There is arguably no tougher team to get a gauge on heading into the 2026 season than Penn State. They hired Matt Campbell after their rollercoaster ride of a season last year and he appeared to be tasked with stabilizing the program.
But now with a favorable schedule and a team full of familiar faces thanks to more than 20 Iowa State transfers, the expectations are back on for the Nittany Lions. ESPN releases a Football Power Index each offseason to predict which teams will be ranked to start the season, and they are projecting Penn State to land at No. 17.
If you told anyone on the roster or in the organization that they have a chance to be ranked at the start of the 2026 season they would have taken it. Sure, there may be a few teams you can quibble about being above the Nittany Lions, but being on this list at all should be a positive sign.
Only five Big Ten teams are listed ahead of them — Oregon, USC, Ohio State, and Michigan — which would be a significant improvement from last year when Penn State finished outside of the top ten in the conference. But No. 17 would likely not be good enough to get the team into the College Football Playoff, which has to be the goal after seeing this season’s schedule. Who knows if they’ll be on the official top-25 list when it releases, but they clearly have some believers who think it’s possible.
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But now with a favorable schedule and a team full of familiar faces thanks to more than 20 Iowa State transfers, the expectations are back on for the Nittany Lions. ESPN releases a Football Power Index each offseason to predict which teams will be ranked to start the season, and they are projecting Penn State to land at No. 17.
If you told anyone on the roster or in the organization that they have a chance to be ranked at the start of the 2026 season they would have taken it. Sure, there may be a few teams you can quibble about being above the Nittany Lions, but being on this list at all should be a positive sign.
Only five Big Ten teams are listed ahead of them — Oregon, USC, Ohio State, and Michigan — which would be a significant improvement from last year when Penn State finished outside of the top ten in the conference. But No. 17 would likely not be good enough to get the team into the College Football Playoff, which has to be the goal after seeing this season’s schedule. Who knows if they’ll be on the official top-25 list when it releases, but they clearly have some believers who think it’s possible.
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3 months ago
Businesses and governments managed to keep energy prices from skyrocketing as much as feared during the Iran war by leaning into a "just-in-time" delivery system that harnesses innovations in digital and satellite technology and that reduces the need to stockpile barrels of oil.
Call it the "Amazon of oil," said Jim Wicklund, a veteran oil ****** yst and managing director at the PPHB energy investment firm, comparing energy industry dynamics to the ecommerce giant's famous mastery of inventory and logistics.
Even with President Trump declaring the Iran ceasefire "over" on Wednesday amid a fresh exchange of military strikes, the U.S. benchmark for crude prices still only spiked about 5% to $74 per barrel—way below the mid-May high of $112.
While energy traders may see the latest attacks and verbal barbs as dips along the negotiation rollercoaster, they've also been encouraged by the adaptability of global energy logistics, even amid the greatest global energy shock of the modern age when the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz temporarily cut off almost 20% of the world's oil and liquefied natural gas supplies.
"When you go back to the 1970s when we had the oil shocks, you had no way of knowing what oil was where and what it was doing," Wicklund told Fortune. "Today, I can hit my terminal and find every tanker full of oil on the ocean, who owns it, what's in it, and who to call to get it diverted to me. So, inventories have not meant nearly as much to oil prices here in the last few years as they used to.
Call it the "Amazon of oil," said Jim Wicklund, a veteran oil ****** yst and managing director at the PPHB energy investment firm, comparing energy industry dynamics to the ecommerce giant's famous mastery of inventory and logistics.
Even with President Trump declaring the Iran ceasefire "over" on Wednesday amid a fresh exchange of military strikes, the U.S. benchmark for crude prices still only spiked about 5% to $74 per barrel—way below the mid-May high of $112.
While energy traders may see the latest attacks and verbal barbs as dips along the negotiation rollercoaster, they've also been encouraged by the adaptability of global energy logistics, even amid the greatest global energy shock of the modern age when the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz temporarily cut off almost 20% of the world's oil and liquefied natural gas supplies.
"When you go back to the 1970s when we had the oil shocks, you had no way of knowing what oil was where and what it was doing," Wicklund told Fortune. "Today, I can hit my terminal and find every tanker full of oil on the ocean, who owns it, what's in it, and who to call to get it diverted to me. So, inventories have not meant nearly as much to oil prices here in the last few years as they used to.
3 months ago
We are only seven months into the Matt Campbell era at Penn State and it has been a rollercoaster. It started with no expectations after a mass exodus of talent that stemmed from James Franklin’s dismissal as head coach. However, the pressure ratcheted right back up when Campbell and his staff went on an impressive recruiting run to restock the Nittany Lions’ future with a strong contingent of players.
Once considered to be one of the top recruiting classes in the country, the team’s 2027 ranking has taken a significant hit in recent months after a flurry of commitment flips. Just last week Penn State had the 12th-best 2027 recruiting class according to 247Sports, but it’s now fallen all the way down to No. 24 after four-star running back Aiden Gibson’s stunning flip to Rutgers.
There was really no indication that his commitment was on shaky ground, but he now follows notable recruits like Khalil Taylor and Semajay Robinson as the latest high-profile prospect to change his mind about Penn State. Nearly everyone, player or coach, who passes through the building speaks about how nice the campus is and how storied of a program the team has.
However, the Nittany Lions have been unable to solidify their standing with these players for some reason. With pretty much all of their top targets off the board in one way or another, there aren’t many more moves to be made for next year’s class. We just need to hope that the players still committed don’t follow suit and jump ship too.
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Once considered to be one of the top recruiting classes in the country, the team’s 2027 ranking has taken a significant hit in recent months after a flurry of commitment flips. Just last week Penn State had the 12th-best 2027 recruiting class according to 247Sports, but it’s now fallen all the way down to No. 24 after four-star running back Aiden Gibson’s stunning flip to Rutgers.
There was really no indication that his commitment was on shaky ground, but he now follows notable recruits like Khalil Taylor and Semajay Robinson as the latest high-profile prospect to change his mind about Penn State. Nearly everyone, player or coach, who passes through the building speaks about how nice the campus is and how storied of a program the team has.
However, the Nittany Lions have been unable to solidify their standing with these players for some reason. With pretty much all of their top targets off the board in one way or another, there aren’t many more moves to be made for next year’s class. We just need to hope that the players still committed don’t follow suit and jump ship too.
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3 months ago
In this week's Injury Report, Byron Buxton aggravated a lingering hip injury, putting his status for the All-Star Game in jeopardy. Connelly Early's breakout rookie campaign has hit a roadblock with an elbow injury. And Mike Trout is expected to return this week following a three-week absence with a hamstring strain. All that and more as we cover all of the most relevant injury news around baseball.
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Buxton was held out of the lineup all last week with a right hip impingement and didn't return until Saturday. He was then removed from Sunday's contest against the Yankees after sliding into second on a steal attempt in the first inning. It seems he might've aggravated the hip injury on the play. Given that he missed a handful of games with the issue, he may not be able to avoid the injured list this time around, especially with the All-Star break coming up, which will allow him some extra rest. Though we should get some clarity on Tuesday before the team's series opener against the Guardians in Minnesota. Buxton was elected to his first All-Star game, hitting .271/.328/.304 with 25 homers, 57 runs, 45 RBI, and seven steals across 335 plate appearances.
MLB Power Rankings: Dodgers lead the way as All-Star break approaches, Eury Pérez flirts with perfection
Junior Caminero's power binge continues, the Cubs are in rollercoaster mode, and the Twins pull off a rare feat.
⚾️ Baseball is back! MLB returns to NBC and Peacock in 2026! In addition to becoming the exclusive home of Sunday Night Baseball, NBC Sports will broadcast MLB Sunday Leadoff, "Opening Day" and Labor Day primetime games, the first round of the MLB Draft, the entire Wild Card round of the postseason, and much more.
Buxton was held out of the lineup all last week with a right hip impingement and didn't return until Saturday. He was then removed from Sunday's contest against the Yankees after sliding into second on a steal attempt in the first inning. It seems he might've aggravated the hip injury on the play. Given that he missed a handful of games with the issue, he may not be able to avoid the injured list this time around, especially with the All-Star break coming up, which will allow him some extra rest. Though we should get some clarity on Tuesday before the team's series opener against the Guardians in Minnesota. Buxton was elected to his first All-Star game, hitting .271/.328/.304 with 25 homers, 57 runs, 45 RBI, and seven steals across 335 plate appearances.
MLB Power Rankings: Dodgers lead the way as All-Star break approaches, Eury Pérez flirts with perfection
Junior Caminero's power binge continues, the Cubs are in rollercoaster mode, and the Twins pull off a rare feat.
3 months ago
England are in a precarious position when it comes to discipline at the World Cup, with certain players in danger of missing the semi-finals if the Three Lions get past Norway in the last eight.
On Sunday – or the early hours of Monday morning, for viewers in England – Thomas Tuchel’s side emerged as 3-2 winners over Mexico in Mexico City, surviving a rollercoaster game in which Jude Bellingham netted twice and Harry Kane scored from the spot.
But another key moment saw England right-back Jarell Quansah given a straight red card for a high challenge on Jesus Gallardo, while four teammates were booked: defenders Marc Guehi and Nico O’Reilly, and midfielders Declan Rice and Jordan Henderson.
In the previous game, a last-32 win over DR Congo, Bellingham received a yellow card.
But what do these bookings mean for England against Norway, and then in the semi-finals if England get that far?
On Sunday – or the early hours of Monday morning, for viewers in England – Thomas Tuchel’s side emerged as 3-2 winners over Mexico in Mexico City, surviving a rollercoaster game in which Jude Bellingham netted twice and Harry Kane scored from the spot.
But another key moment saw England right-back Jarell Quansah given a straight red card for a high challenge on Jesus Gallardo, while four teammates were booked: defenders Marc Guehi and Nico O’Reilly, and midfielders Declan Rice and Jordan Henderson.
In the previous game, a last-32 win over DR Congo, Bellingham received a yellow card.
But what do these bookings mean for England against Norway, and then in the semi-finals if England get that far?
