📰 Mariners to acquire slugger Eugenio Suárez from D’Backs: reports
The Seattle Mariners made a significant trade with the Arizona Diamondbacks to acquire third baseman Eugenio Suárez in a move aimed at boosting their lineup for a potential World Series run. Suárez, a two-time All-Star, has impressive stats this season, including 36 home runs and 87 RBI. Despite leading the American League in strikeouts in previous years, Suárez brings power to the Mariners’ lineup, which already features strong hitters like Cal Raleigh, Randy Arozarena, and Julio Rodriguez. The Mariners, currently 57-52, are in contention for a playoff spot and hope Suárez’s addition will provide the extra push needed. In exchange, the Diamondbacks will receive first baseman Tyler Locklear and pitchers Juan Burgos and Hunton Cranton as they look to sell at the trade deadline.
📰 Mercury star rips Fever fans for booing DeWanna Bonner, who bailed on team after 9 games
Phoenix Mercury forward DeWanna Bonner faced the Indiana Fever for the first time since their split, receiving boos from the crowd. Despite the jeers, Bonner scored four points in 21 minutes, but the Fever emerged victorious with a 107-101 win. Mercury star Kahleah Copper expressed disappointment at the booing, emphasizing Bonner’s contributions to the league and questioning the disrespect shown. WNBA players criticized the Fever’s fan base for their treatment of Bonner and previous incidents involving hateful comments towards other teams. Bonner had joined the Fever in the offseason but only played nine games before being released due to a perceived lack of fit, returning to the Mercury where she began her career.
📰 NFL is back as Chargers-Lions Hall of Fame game kicks off preseason action
The article discusses the upcoming 2025 Pro Football Hall of Fame Game between the Los Angeles Chargers and the Detroit Lions, marking the first NFL preseason game in July since 2000. The Lions, as the designated home team, are seeking to bounce back after a disappointing loss in the previous season’s playoffs. Several coaching changes have occurred for the Lions, with new coordinators stepping in to fill the roles of those who departed for head coaching positions. The Chargers, led by head coach Jim Harbaugh, are looking to improve upon their 11-6 record from the previous season, with quarterback Justin Herbert aiming to rebound from a rough playoff performance. In the exhibition game, Trey Lance and DJ Uiagalelei will handle quarterback duties for the Chargers, while the Lions will have Hendon Hooker and Kyle Allen under center.
📰 Ex-SJSU star Brooke Slusser makes new allegations about probe into trans teammate’s alleged plot to harm her
Former San Jose State University volleyball co-captain Brooke Slusser has made new allegations related to an investigation into an alleged plan to harm her by former teammate Blaire Fleming, a biologically male transgender athlete. The Mountain West Conference conducted an investigation into the allegations but found “sufficient evidence” could not be found. Slusser claims a teammate corroborated the allegations against Fleming, but this cannot be independently verified. The law firm hired to investigate the allegations also defended the conference against Slusser’s lawsuit, raising concerns about a conflict of interest. Slusser has since abandoned plans to return to NCAA beach volleyball due to concerns about her well-being and potential retaliation.
📰 Super Bowl champion Mark Schlereth rails against NFL’s reliance on analytics: ‘Just a bunch of fluff’
The article discusses the ongoing debate surrounding NFL teams’ use of advanced metrics, with former NFL player Mark Schlereth expressing his disapproval of analytics becoming gospel in decision-making. A survey conducted by ESPN in 2024 revealed that all 32 NFL teams had analytics employees, with the Cleveland Browns being named as the franchise most frequently incorporating analytics in their football-related decisions. Browns general manager Andrew Berry, who has a master’s degree in computer science, collaborates with Paul DePodesta, the team’s chief strategy officer with a background in MLB front offices and “Moneyball.” Schlereth shared a personal anecdote about debating the effectiveness of analytics in football, emphasizing the importance of understanding the game beyond just numbers. He dismissed analytics in football as mere fluff, suggesting that they don’t hold real significance in the sport.
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