The Sporting Tribune Today debuted on SportsGrid on Monday, and the biggest story in Los Angeles walked right into it. Mykell Mathieu reported live from Rams practice, where he asked Donald directly. Grant Mona and John Browner handled the other question: where does a team find $20 million on the last day of August?
The Sporting Tribune Today premiered on SportsGrid on Monday morning, and Aaron Donald picked the same day to make his return official — one year, $20 million, back on an NFL field for the first time since 2023.
"That's the sound of a parade," John Browner said. In August.
The most useful twenty minutes of the debut came from Woodland Hills. Rams reporter Mykell Mathieu joined the show live from practice, where he had put the question to Donald himself: why now?
The answer, as Mathieu relayed it, was not about money or legacy. It was about the room. Donald pointed to Myles Garrett and to a defense he described as full of dogs — a group he wanted to be part of badly enough to end a two-year retirement for it.

#tribune #john

LAS VEGAS, Nev. - The UNLV Rebels were defeated, 27-21, by the Memphis Tigers on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at Allegiant Stadium and The Sporting Tribune's RJ Forbus and Paige Kuwata were there to capture the following TST Images.
UNLV Football outside linebacker Elias Rudolph and UNLV Football safety Jake Pope take down Memphis quarterback Marcus Stokes during a non-conference college football game against the Memphis Tigers on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, NV.
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UNLV Football outside linebacker Elias Rudolph (91) and UNLV Football safety Jake Pope (7) take down Memphis quarterback Marcus Stokes (2) during a non-conference college football game against the Memphis Tigers on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, NV.
UNLV Football wide reciever DeAngelo Irvin Jr. catches a pass from UNLV Football quarterback Jackson Arnold during a non-conference college football game against the Memphis Tigers on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, NV.

#unlv #vegas #allegiant #stadium

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua was seen enjoying himself and dancing at a Jewish Bat Mitzvah in LA on Sunday. This celebration comes eight months after Nacua faced major backlash for using an offensive, antisemitic gesture.
Puka Nacua #17 of the Los Angeles Rams smiles before the game against Seattle Seahawks at SoFi Stadium on January 5, 2025 in Inglewood, California.
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Puka Nacua #17 of the Los Angeles Rams smiles before the game against Seattle Seahawks at SoFi Stadium on January 5, 2025 in Inglewood, California.
Back on Dec. 16, Nacua joined streamers Adin Ross and N3on on a live broadcast, where Ross suggested a new touchdown celebration for him. The move, leaning forward and rubbing his hands, carries deeply offensive, antisemitic connotations, as per reports. Seemingly unaware of the gesture's harmful meaning, Nacua agreed to use it in his upcoming game with the Rams.

#nacua #Seattle #sofi

A former All-Pro who hasn't played a full season in four years.
A high school substitute teacher and real-estate agent in Cleveland who's never played in an NFL game.
A new, lead running back who hasn't played a snap in any game — real, fake, pro or college — since November.
And a veteran running back who isn't on the team right now, but will be after 32 teams release and reclassify over 1,100 NFL players by Sunday afternoon.
Those are among the new players the Super Bowl-champion Seahawks will be adding to begin this season in The News Tribune's projection of the initial, 53-man roster for the 2026 season.

#season #running #cleveland #november

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#podcast

SAN DIEGO - The San Diego FC defeated the Colorado Rapids, 3-0, at Snapdragon Stadium on August 22, 2026. The Sporting Tribune's Aaron Brenner was there to capture the following TST Images.
San Diego FC winger Anders Dreyer (10) dribbles the ball up the field during an MLS soccer game against the Colorado Rapids, Saturday August 22, 2026 in San Diego, California.
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San Diego FC winger Anders Dreyer (10) dribbles the ball up the field during an MLS soccer game against the Colorado Rapids, Saturday August 22, 2026 in San Diego, California.
San Diego FC winger Anders Dreyer (10) shoots the ball during an MLS soccer game against the Colorado Rapids, Saturday August 22, 2026 in San Diego, California.

#Colorado #august #ball

WOODLAND HILLS, Calif. –– In a city renowned for its stars and blockbuster films, the Los Angeles Rams have ****** embled a team brimming with star power, akin to a thrilling Marvel movie. Each position group has A-list talent and smash potential.
That's the 2026 Rams in a nutshell—an all-star cast where every position group exudes its own distinct cinematic charm, channels a different movie and every player has a role to play.
If all unfolds as scripted, the Rams will celebrate on the grandest stage, triumphantly lifting their own well-earned trophy.
Sean McVay Head Coach of the Los Angeles Rams during Rams training camp at Loyola Marymount University on Mondday, August 3, 2026 in Westchester, CA.
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#hills

SAN DIEGO - The Padres defeated the Twins, 6-2, at Petco Park on August 21, 2026. The Sporting Tribune's Aaron Brenner was there to capture the following TST Images.
Padres mascot walks onto the filed before an MLB baseball game against the Twins, Friday August 21, 2026 in San Diego, California.
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Padres mascot walks onto the filed before an MLB baseball game against the Twins, Friday August 21, 2026 in San Diego, California.
Padres third baseman Manny Machado (13) catches the ball during an MLB baseball game against the Twins, Friday August 21, 2026 in San Diego, California.

#Baseball #game #sporting #aaron

Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA -- The Los Angeles Sparks lose to the Atlanta Dream, 124-88, at Crypto.com Arena on August 20th, 2026. The Sporting Tribune's Nico Alba was there to capture the following TST images.
Los Angeles Sparks coach Lynne Roberts is looking for answers after giving up a bucket during a WNBA game against the Atlanta Dream, Thursday August 20th, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.
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Los Angeles Sparks coach Lynne Roberts is looking for answers after giving up a bucket during a WNBA game against the Atlanta Dream, Thursday August 20th, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.
Los Angeles Sparks forward Rae Burrell (12) tries to drive past the defense during a WNBA game against the Atlanta Dream, Thursday August 20th, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.

#atlanta

LAS VEGAS, Nev. - The Las Vegas Aces defeated the Connecticut Sun, 101-78, on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at Michelob ULTRA Arena, and The Sporting Tribune's RJ Forbus was there to capture the following TST Images.
Las Vegas Aces guard Jackie Young (0) reacts after scoring a basket against the Connecticut Sun on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at Michelob ULTRA Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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Las Vegas Aces guard Jackie Young (0) reacts after scoring a basket against the Connecticut Sun on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at Michelob ULTRA Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Las Vegas Aces center A'ja Wilson (22) takes the court prior to a WNBA game against the Connecticut Sun on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at Michelob ULTRA Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.

#vegas #thursday #sporting

Police have reportedly been finding bodies across Minneapolis, with the latest grisly discovery made near the city's Stone Arch Bridge.
Fox9 reports that the University of Minnesota Police Department found a body near the bridge but has not revealed the circumstances leading up to the person's death.
The grim find marks the third body found in Minneapolis in three days. The first body was found on Saturday at 6 p.m. in a wooded area near East River Flats park near the Mississippi River.
Three Women Found Dead In Popular American Tourist Hot Spot As Local Police Search For Clues
Police have identified the woman found Saturday evening as Karen Lynn Sognesand, 56, from Maple Grove, The Minnesota Star Tribune reported.

#found #bridge

José E. Feliciano looks on during the Game 2 of the MLB World Tour Mexico City Series between the San Diego Padres and Arizona Diamondbacks at Alfredo Harp Helu Stadium. The record sale of the Padres to him is already playing into salary cap discourse. (Photo by Meg McLaughlin / The San Diego Union-Tribune via Getty Images)
It may seem odd that the sale of the San Diego Padres and the Los Angeles Lakers would become a flashpoint for Major League Baseball's push for a salary cap, but make no mistake, the league and the MLB Players **** ociation are already teeing it up.
For all the talk by MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred and other executives in the league about listening to the fans regarding implementing a salary cap, underneath the surface is something tied to it that would massively inflate owner profits: increased franchise valuations. A salary cap, with its floor, ceiling, and other constraints on player contracts, creates cost certainty and therefore improves the value of the franchise itself.
Within the last week, two club sales highlight the differences between MLB and the NBA. Both have details that provide context over some of the talking points that the headline figures provide.
On Monday, MLB's owners unanimously approved the record-setting $3.8 billion sale to the new ownership group of the San Diego Padres, led by incoming control person José E. Feliciano and his wife and business partner, Kwanza Jones. The vote, conducted by conference call, does not close the books entirely on the sale. Approval remains contingent on closing the transaction involving the controlling interest in the club with the Seidler family, which the league said is "expected in the weeks ahead."

#league #sale #already

LOS ANGELES - USC Trojans held practice on Aug 18, 2026 at Howard Jones Field and The Sporting Tribune's Dakota Gray was there to capture the following TST Images.
USC quarterback Jayden Maiava (14) takes a snap during practice at Howard Jones Field, Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026, in Los Angeles.
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USC quarterback Jayden Maiava (14) takes a snap during practice at Howard Jones Field, Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026, in Los Angeles.
USC quarterback Sam Huard (7) warms up during practice at Howard Jones Field, Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026, in Los Angeles.

#dakota

LAS VEGAS, Nev. - The Atlanta Dream defeated the Las Vegas Aces, 97-82, at Michelob ULTRA Arena on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, and The Sporting Tribune's RJ Forbus was there to capture the following TST Images.
Las Vegas Aces head coach Becky Hammon yells at the referee prior to being ejected during a WNBA game against the Atlanta Dream on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at Michelob ULTRA Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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Las Vegas Aces head coach Becky Hammon yells at the referee prior to being ejected during a WNBA game against the Atlanta Dream on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at Michelob ULTRA Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Las Vegas Aces center A'ja Wilson (22) blocks a shot attempt from Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese (5) during a WNBA game on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at Michelob ULTRA Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.

#vegas #arena #tuesday #august

Arguably the greatest coach in UNC men's basketball history, Roy Williams still delivers a lasting impact on his longtime program today.
That impact includes playing a large role in North Carolina hiring its now-head coach, Michael Malone, who spent 12 seasons as an NBA boss.
During a Tuesday interview with college basketball insider Jon Rothstein, Malone revealed he turned down the Tar Heels' job three times before talking to Ol' Roy.
"Coach Williams had a lot to do with me taking this job," Malone said via Tar Heel Tribune's R.L. Bynum. "I like to say I turned the job down three times, and I felt finally at peace about that, and I was going to stay in the NBA and continue my NBA journey. And I had a couple of great conversations with Hall of Famer Coach Roy Williams, and I had just met him. I just got to know him, but I feel like I've known him for years. Coach Williams has that kind of impact on you."
Williams won 485 games across his 18 seasons at UNC's head coach, highlighted by the 2005, 2009 and 2017 National Championships. Upon stepping down, Williams turned his program over to longtime ****** istant Hubert Davis, whom North Carolina fired shortly after its latest NCAA Tournament disappointment.

#north

Fans will have to wait another year to see their nations represented in another global event in the esports scene.
The Esports Foundation announced Tuesday that the Esports Nations Cup will be postponed until November 2027.
The event was originally scheduled to start Nov. 2 and conclude Nov. 29, but the press release cited "unprecedented international scale and the uncertainty created by the wider regional situation" as the major reasons behind the decision to push back the event a year.
"The decision to postpone the Esports Nations Cup was not taken lightly," said Ralf Reichert, CEO of the Esports Foundation via press release. "We will continue investing in our National Team Partners, working with publishers and building the national ecosystems already taking shape around the competition. The work continues, and our ambition for ENC remains unchanged."
The Sporting Tribune reached out to the Esports Foundation for additional information. The organization did not have any further details other than what was stated in the press release.

#year

The 2026 season is going to be really high-pressure for Jim Harbaugh, where he'll have to step onto the field and win the playoffs no matter what. Everyone is wondering what will happen if he can't pull off that playoff win. There's a lot of talk about how much his position could be at risk in the 2026 season.
Right now, Harbaugh doesn't really have any 'safety net.' A big reason for this is that the team has around $86 million in projected cap **** e, and they've also completely revamped their coaching staff, so expectations from him for 2026 are sky high.
Los Angeles Chargers Head Coach Jim Harbaugh looks on during Chargers training camp at The Bolt on Monday, August 3, 2026 in El Segundo, CA.
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Los Angeles Chargers Head Coach Jim Harbaugh looks on during Chargers training camp at The Bolt on Monday, August 3, 2026 in El Segundo, CA.

#chargers #august

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A "Whiteout" with matching T-shirts in the student sections. Tennessee orange-and-white checkerboard end zones. A crimson-and-cream streak on a white-and-burnt orange helmet.
College football is full of colors – hyper-specific shades painted across football fields in the United States. Notre Dame beat Army 13-7 at the Polo Grounds on Oct. 18, 1924 – and legendary New York-Herald Tribune reporter Grantland Rice wrote, "Outlined against a blue, gray October sky the Four Horsemen rode again."
Rice was among the first colorful personalities who took college football into the national spotlight in the 1920s. Since then, several other media personalities have emerged to complement the players and coaches that have made college football special. Sporting News is honoring those personalities as part of our SN 140 celebration this season.
These are the players, coaches, media personalities – and even in a few cases mascots – who have brought a little more to college football.

#rice #orange #white #players

The Chicago Bears may be without running back Kyle Monangai for their season opener.
Monangai went down with a right knee injury in practice on Sunday, and will now miss several weeks with a hyperextended knee, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler. A specific timeline there is not yet known.
While the outcome of the MRI is apparently being considered positive, it absolutely puts Monangai at risk of missing their regular season opener.
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Monangai got tangled up with Bears defensive tackle Gardy Jarrett near the sideline near the end of a run in practice on Sunday, according to the Chicago Tribune's Brad Biggs. The practice, taking place just a day after the team's 34-10 preseason win over the Cleveland Browns, was being held in just shorts and shells.

#season

Is the Los Angeles Rams at the point where they can consider it a big win? Could bringing back Aaron Donald now be not just a thought but a reality? The great defensive tackle, who had retired, is now taking another big step towards coming back.
Donald retired in 2024. But ever since the Los Angeles Rams added Myles Garrett to their team, Donald's hopes of coming back have grown even more. His name appeared on the league's player transaction list when he completed his second workout. Earlier this month, when the Rams acquired Garrett through a trade, Donald had already worked out with the Rams.
Former Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald signs autographs during training camp at Loyola Marymount University, Saturday August 2, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
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Former Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald signs autographs during training camp at Loyola Marymount University, Saturday August 2, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.

#defensive

MANHATTAN BEACH, CALIF. - The 2026 AVP Manhattan Beach Open was held at the Manhattan Beach Pier from August 14-16, 2026 and The Sporting Tribune's Edwin So was there to capture the following TST Images:
Paul Lotman and Gage Basey battle for a point during the 2026 Manhattan Beach Open on Sunday, August 16, 2026 at Manhattan Beach Pier.
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Paul Lotman and Gage Basey battle for a point during the 2026 Manhattan Beach Open on Sunday, August 16, 2026 at Manhattan Beach Pier.
Miles Partain dives to keep the ball in play during the 2026 Manhattan Beach Open on Sunday, August 16, 2026 at Manhattan Beach Pier.

#edwin #paul

EL SEGUNDO– The Los Angeles Chargers held their thirteenth day of training camp at The Bolt on August 15th, 2026 and The Sporting Tribune's Jessica Cryderman was there to capture the following TST Images.
Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh addressing media during Chargers training camp at The Bolt on Saturday, August 15th in El Segundo, CA.
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Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh addressing media during Chargers training camp at The Bolt on Saturday, August 15th in El Segundo, CA.
Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh addressing the media during Chargers training camp at The Bolt on Saturday, August 15th in El Segundo, CA.

#august #harbaugh

LAS VEGAS, Nev. -- The Las Vegas Raiders practiced at Allegiant Stadium on Tuesday Aug. 11, 2026 and The Sporting Tribune's Kalin Sipes was there to capture the following TST Images.
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Malik Benson (19) scans the field after catching the ball during Raiders practice at Allegiant Stadium, Tuesday Aug. 11, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nev.
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Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Malik Benson (19) scans the field after catching the ball during Raiders practice at Allegiant Stadium, Tuesday Aug. 11, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nev.
Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty (2) carries the ball down the field during Raiders practice at Allegiant Stadium, Tuesday Aug. 11, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nev.

#allegiant

After a low-impact walk-through practice at Stevenson High School yesterday, the Chicago Bears were back at Halas Hall for what head coach Ben Johnson called a "big time practice" today. The plan was to simulate the pregame for all the new guys and have plenty of live scrimmage situations, starting with some short-yardage and goal-line packages.
According to CHGO's Adam Jahns, "The first offense had its way in those periods, especially running to the right side behind 58 and 73."
The Bears were among the league's best last year, running right towards guard Jonah Jackson (73) and tackle Darnell Wright (58), and I expect that to continue in 2026.
Jahns also shouted out D'Andre Swift in the short-yardage situations, and he shared that rookie defensive tackle Jordan van den Berg was with the first string during their goal-line/short-yardage packages.
The Chicago Tribune's Brad Biggs also highlighted the first team offense, saying they "ripped off big plays in short yardage – third and 1 – with runs of 29 and 25 yards and an 8-yard completion off a bootleg." But he also mentioned the other side of the ball, saying the "Defense responded to close things out in end of game scenario."

#Chicago

Could some things going on behind closed doors have a significant impact on this season, depending on how these conversations go regarding the potential discipline for a handful of players that we believe will be handed down by the start of the regular season?
In the NFL, some players might be hit by trouble, with names like Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua and Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs coming up. According to reports, more clarity might come during the regular season or maybe even sooner.
Los Angeles Rams Puka Nacua #12 catches the ball at SoFi Stadium on September 28, 2025 in Inglewood, Calif.
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Los Angeles Rams Puka Nacua #12 catches the ball at SoFi Stadium on September 28, 2025 in Inglewood, Calif.

#angeles #september

Voting is open NOW for the 2026 South Bend Tribune girls soccer preseason player of the year poll, which can be found at the bottom of this article. Readers can vote as many times as they would like until the poll closes Friday, Aug. 14 at 11:59 p.m. ET.
These are the 14 nominees from 14 different South Bend Tribune coverage area schools, listed in alphabetical order by school.
More: South Bend Tribune preseason girls soccer top 5 led by usual powerhouses
Last season, the senior goalkeeper was named an Indiana Northern State Conference (INSC) Honorable Mention for the IHSAA 1A state runner-up Lions. She made 113 saves.
Last season, the sophomore earned All-NLC honors after leading the Minutemen in scoring with more than 12 goals.

#bend #season

LOS ANGELES– The Golden State Valkyries defeated the LA Sparks, 84-78, at Crypto.com Arena on August 9th, 2026 and The Sporting Tribune's Jessica Cryderman was there to capture the following TST Images.
Golden State Valkyries center Kiah Stokes (41) leaping for tipoff during a WNBA basketball game against the Los Angeles Sparks on August 9th, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
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Golden State Valkyries center Kiah Stokes (41) leaping for tipoff during a WNBA basketball game against the Los Angeles Sparks on August 9th, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Sparks Erica Wheeler (17) passing the basketball during a WNBA basketball game against the Golden State Valkyries on August 9th, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.

#angeles #Basketball #game

SAN DIEGO - The Padres defeated the Astros, 3-2, at Petco Park on August 8, 2026. The Sporting Tribune's Aaron Brenner was there to capture the following TST Images.
Padres masco gets the crowd going before an MLB baseball game against the Astros, Saturday August 08, 2026 in San Diego, California.
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Padres masco gets the crowd going before an MLB baseball game against the Astros, Saturday August 08, 2026 in San Diego, California.
Astros third baseman Isaac Paredes (15) celebrates after hitting a double during an MLB baseball game against the Padres, Saturday August 08, 2026 in San Diego, California.

#august #california #aaron

LOS ANGELES - UCLA Bruins held practice on Aug 7, 2026 at Wasserman Football Center and The Sporting Tribune's Dakota Gray was there to capture the following images.
UCLA defensive lineman Sahir West (15) participates in practice on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026, in Los Angeles.
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UCLA defensive lineman Sahir West (15) participates in practice on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026, in Los Angeles.
UCLA players and coaches celebrate a successful drill during practice on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026, at Wasserman Football Center in Los Angeles, CA.

#practice

"Straight Talk" is a regular feature in which The Sporting Tribune's John E. Gibson offers a full translation of media availability with Dodgers ****** anese stars Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Roki Sasaki. He will also help translate when Clippers star Rui Hachimura and L.A. Galaxy captain Maya Yoshida are asked questions in ****** anese.
The job of interpreters in the heat of the moment is difficult without the ability to write down questions and answers and re-hear responses for proper context. That's where John comes in to help. John currently works as a ****** anese-English interpreter and covered pro baseball in ****** an for about 20 years. His experience as a sports reporter includes stints at The Orange County Register, The Inland Valley Daily Bulletin, The Redlands Daily Facts, The Yomiuri Shimbun's English newspaper in Tokyo and The Epoch Times.
CHICAGO – Shohei Ohtani cracks a pair of home runs, a leadoff shot in the first and a two-run longball in the eighth inning of a 7-6 loss to the host Chicago Cubs on Wednesday. Ohtani, who has 26 homers this season, talks to the ****** anese press afterward about the risk of playing while banged up.
Q: When will you start pitching?
Ohtani: I was, of course, thinking I want to do it soon, but of course, I need to go at full strength and, as I just said, having to come out of the game is the worst thing I can do. I think it's important to have confidence that if I go as hard as I did, I can move forward and stack the days together.

#john #shohei #english