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Devers makes Red Sox history with Hail Mary home run but can’t prevent Blue Jays sweep

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:00:24 GMT

How many times have the Red Sox lost to themselves more than their actual opponent?Add Sunday’s 3-2 loss to the Toronto Blue Jays to a list that feels endless.For the vast majority of this Red Sox season, pitching has been the problem. If only the starters were healthier, more effective at keeping runners off the bases and the ball in the yard, pitching deeper into games. How much better would this team be if their pitchers – who entered Sunday averaging an American League fifth-worst 4.85 runs allowed per game – were better partners to their lineup, whose 4.93 runs scored per game ranked fifth-best in their league?In terms of plating runs, the Red Sox offense ranks just below four postseason teams: the Texas Rangers, Tampa Bay Rays, Houston Astros, and Baltimore Orioles. The Blue Jays entered Sunday’s series finale just below AL-average (4.59) with 4.54 runs per game, and the most runners left on base of any team in their league (1,077).The company Boston’s pitching staff keeps pai...

2 pilots killed after their planes collided upon landing at air races in Reno, Nevada

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:00:24 GMT

RENO, Nev. (AP) — Two pilots were killed when their planes crashed upon landing at an air racing event Sunday in Reno, authorities said.Officials with the Reno Air Racing Association said the planes collided at the conclusion of the T-6 Gold race around 2:15 p.m. Sunday. Other details weren’t immediately available, and the names of the pilots who died weren’t immediately released.The association’s board of directors and the T-6 class president said they were working to notify relatives of the dead pilots about the crash, which occurred during the final day of the National Championship Air Races in Reno.Authorities said there were no other reported injuries.Officials said they are cooperating with the National Transportation Safety Board, the Federal Aviation Administration and local authorities to identify the cause of the accident.The Associated Press

Suspect sought after man stabbed at TTC subway station

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:00:24 GMT

Police are searching for a suspect after a man was stabbed at a subway station in Toronto’s east end.Officers responded to Victoria Park Station around 6:20 p.m. Sunday after getting reports of a stabbing.Police say a man was stabbed in the torso in the station’s bus bay area. There is no word on the extent of the victim’s injuriesA suspect fled the area northbound on Victoria Park Avenue. He is described as a Black male in his 20s, five foot eight inches tall and wearing yellow shoes.This is a developing story. More to come.STABBING:Victoria Park Subway Station6:20 p.m.– In the bus bay area– Reports that a man was stabbed in the torso– Suspect fled the area N/B on Vic Park– Suspect is described as male, Black, 20s, 5'8", wearing yellow shoes– Police are on scene#GO2176658^lb— Toronto Police Operations (@TPSOperations) September 17, 2023

California Gov. Gavin Newsom says he will sign climate-focused transparency laws for big business

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:00:24 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — California Gov. Gavin Newsom said Sunday that he plans to sign into law a pair of climate-focused bills intended to force major corporations to be more transparent about greenhouse gas emissions and the financial risks stemming from global warming. Newsom’s announcement came during an out-of-state trip to New York’s Climate Week, where world leaders in business, politics and the arts are gathered to seek solutions for climate change. California lawmakers last week passed legislation requiring large businesses from oil and gas companies to retail giants to disclose their direct greenhouse gas emissions as well as those that come from activities like employee business travel. Such disclosures are a “simple but intensely powerful driver of decarbonization,” said the bill’s author, state Sen. Scott Wiener, a Democrat.“This legislation will support those companies doing their part to tackle the climate crisis and create accountability for those that aren’t,” Wiener ...

Adult, teen accused of attacking CPD officers facing felony charges

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:00:24 GMT

CHICAGO — An adult and a teen accused of attacking Chicago police officers in Little Village on Saturday morning are now facing felony charges.According to Chicago police, 46-year-old Arturo Rodriguez, of Cicero, and a 16-year-old boy were arrested on Saturday morning in South Lawndale. Indy man charged after woman shot on North Side: CPD Police say the incident happened in the 2500 block of South Homan Avenue around 1 a.m.Officers say while they were in the area, they were approached by a person who allegedly attempted to attack them. While officers attempted to subdue the attacker, a second person allegedly struck an officer with a wooden stick.Both officers were taken to the hospital in good condition, police say. Chicago police officer involved in shooting in West Englewood According to police, Rodriguez was charged with one felony count of aggravated battery of a peace officer and the 16-year-old was charged with two felony counts of aggravated battery of a peace officer an...

Mayfield shines again, Buccaneers stay unbeaten with 27-17 victory over struggling Bears

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:00:24 GMT

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Baker Mayfield is determined to make the most of an opportunity to jump-start his NFL career with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.The No. 1 overall pick from the 2018 draft passed for 317 yards and a touchdown in Tampa Bay's 27-17 victory over the struggling Chicago Bears on Sunday.With Mayfield playing turnover-free ball for the second straight week and Mike Evans catching six balls for 171 yards, the Bucs (2-0) handed the sputtering Bears a franchise-record 12th consecutive loss dating to last season.“If you don’t turn it over you give yourself a chance to win,” Bucs coach Todd Bowles said after Mayfield completed 26 of 34 passes and also bailed out tight end David Wells by recovering a fumble that bounced 11 yards backward to the Chicago 32.Evans delivered his second TD catch of the season on the next play.“He’s savvy. He has a good feel for the game and what’s around him. And the awareness he has around him helps him out a great deal,” Bowles said of Mayfield, who is...

Walker's late tiebreaking homer lifts Cardinals to 6-5 win over Phillies

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:00:24 GMT

ST. LOUIS (AP) — Jordan Walker hit a tiebreaking homer in the eighth inning and Paul Goldschmidt drove in three runs to lead the St. Louis Cardinals over the Philadelphia Phillies 6-5 on Sunday.St. Louis avoided a season sweep after losing its first five meetings with the Phillies this year.Alec Bohm homered for Philadelphia, which leads the NL wild-card race.Walker homered off Seranthony Domínguez (4-5) with two outs to snap a 5-all tie.John King (2-1) allowed one run in one inning for the win, and Ryan Helsley earned his 11th save in 15 opportunities.Goldschmidt broke a 3-all tie with a solo homer in the fifth. Alec Burleson followed with a double and Nolan Arenado singled to push the St. Louis lead to 5-3.Bohm launched a solo homer in the top of the eighth, and Nick Castellanos tied the score with an RBI single.Goldschmidt had a two-run double in the third.Cardinals starter Dakota Hudson, who went 4-1 in August, permitted three runs and five hits in five innings.Philadelphia star...

Broncos 24, Commanders 28: Live updates and highlights from the NFL Week 2 game

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:00:24 GMT

Sean Payton and the Broncos are looking to bounce back from their narrow 17-16 loss to the Raiders in Week 1. Stick here for live updates and analysis as Denver takes on the Commanders at Empower Field at Mile High.Live updatesFourth-quarter analysis — Broncos 24, Commanders 28Matt Schubert, sports editor (4:59 p.m.) The Commanders take their first lead of the game after Brian Robinson Jr. plunges into the end zone from two yards out. The big play on the drive: a dump off to Antonio Gibson that went for 36 yards and saw linebacker Alex Singelton get thoroughly dominated on the edge. Commanders 28, Broncos 24 with 13:25 to go.Sean Keeler, sports writer (4:58 p.m.) Since midway through the second stanza, the Broncos have been outscored … 25-3. I thought this coaching staff was … better? Wasn’t that what it said on the front of the box?Third-quarter analysis — Broncos 24, Commanders 21Matt Schubert, sports editor (4:55 p.m.) Grab the Pepto, this is going to be stressf...

2 models found dead in downtown Los Angeles: what we know 

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:00:24 GMT

Police are searching for any clues that could help them find the perpetrator or perpetrators involved in the killings of two models in downtown Los Angeles in the span of one week. The first woman whose death was announced was identified 31-year-old model and real estate agent Maleesa Mooney. She was found dead in her luxury apartment in Bunker Hill on Tuesday by officers conducting a welfare check after she abruptly stopped answering calls or texts from her family.  Authorities looking into whether car seen on surveillance video has connection to LASD deputy’s death “When a week went by, we just knew something was off,” said Bailey Babb, Maleesa Mooney’s cousin. “Her messages weren’t delivering and we knew something was up because we all have a special relationship with Maleesa.” Maleesa Mooney as seen in an undated photo. (Courtesy: Jourdin Pauline)Police did not release any details about any possible injuries or a possible cause of death for Mooney, however they did confirm th...

Strong A’s prospect debut can’t prevent first ever Padres sweep against Oakland

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:00:24 GMT

OAKLAND — A’s manager Mark Kotsay didn’t hide his biggest concern. Joe Boyle had command issues in the minor leagues the team feared would translate into the pitcher’s Major League debut on Sunday afternoon.But Boyle’s command issues didn’t overshadow the talent. The 24-year-old rookie threw three scoreless innings, allowing just one hit with four strikeouts in his big league debut against the potent San Diego Padres lineup.He walked two batters, but struck out star Fernando Tatis Jr. twice and, through his start, threw a high-90 mph four-seam fastball that topped out at 100ph, a cutter that reached 92 mph and peppered in seven curveballs. But his performance wasn’t enough to prevent a 10-1 loss and first ever three-game Padres sweep of the A’s.The Padres got to Ken Waldichuk, who came in as the A’s featured pitcher, for two runs on four hits in the fourth inning. Manny Machado doubled while Luis Campusano and Eguy Rosario collec...