📰 Pirates’ Oneil Cruz gets taken out of game for baserunning blunder, admits he lost track of outs
Pittsburgh Pirates player Oneil Cruz has been struggling in recent games due to errors and lack of effort on the field. He was removed from a game after making mistakes like failing to run out a double-play grounder and losing track of outs. Manager Don Kelly cited Cruz’s lack of energy and effort as the reason for his removal. Cruz admitted his faults and accepted the decision, acknowledging that he thought there were two outs when there was only one. In addition to his fielding issues, Cruz is also struggling at the plate, batting .156 with 31 strikeouts this month and leading MLB in strikeouts with 101. Despite his struggles, Cruz is determined to improve and learn from his mistakes to become a better player.
📰 Sky’s Angel Reese, Sparks’ Rickea Jackson get into shoving match during game
Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese and Los Angeles Sparks player Rickea Jackson were involved in a shoving match during their game on Tuesday night, which started when Jackson and Sky player Rebecca Allen got tied up going for a loose ball. Reese intervened by pulling Allen away, leading to a confrontation between Jackson and Allen, resulting in a double technical foul being called. As tensions escalated, Reese pushed Jackson, prompting a response from the Sparks’ player, until Kelsey Plum stepped in to diffuse the situation. Coaches and players from both teams intervened to prevent further escalation. Despite the on-court altercation, Reese and Jackson were seen hugging after the game, which the Sky won 97-86. Reese had an impressive performance with 18 points, 17 rebounds, six assists, and four steals, while Kamilla Cardoso led Chicago with 27 points. Azura Stevens scored 21 points for the Sparks, with Plum adding 20 and Jackson contributing 11. The Sky improved to a 4-10 record, while the Sparks fell to 4-11.
📰 Linda McMahon opens up on ongoing battle to combat trans inclusion in women’s sports
Education Secretary Linda McMahon, a key figure in the Trump administration, is actively countering trans athlete inclusion in women’s and girls’ sports by directing Title IX investigations into enabling institutions. McMahon has helped establish a new federal Title IX Investigations team in collaboration with the Department of Justice. The national culture war surrounding this issue continues to escalate, with calls for potential criminal prosecution for officials allowing biological males to compete in female sports. Female athletes have been protesting against transgender opponents in various ways during the recent high school sports season. McMahon stated that states not enforcing Title IX risk losing federal funding, emphasizing the importance of female athletes standing up for their rights and the ongoing investigations into Title IX violations.
📰 Ex-NFL star Greg Olsen highlights Tight End University’s family bonding after Taylor Swift makes appearance
Tight End University is a unique three-day work summit in professional sports that focuses on building a community and family among tight end players. Founded in 2021 by Travis Kelce, George Kittle, and Greg Olsen, the event has grown in popularity with more players and their families attending each year. Notable figures like Taylor Swift have been seen supporting their significant others at the summit. The event emphasizes the importance of family support, with players’ partners actively participating in various activities alongside the players. Participants, including top tight ends like Dallas Goedert and Evan Engram, value the opportunity to learn from each other and improve their game through shared experiences and discussions. The event has also seen growth in involvement from players’ partners, with special activities and amenities provided for them to enjoy during the summit.
📰 Several notable NBA veterans on the move as teams swing trades ahead of draft night
The Oklahoma City Thunder won Game 7 of the NBA Finals against the Indiana Pacers, signaling the start of the offseason. Teams have been active in the trade market as the NBA Draft nears, with the Grizzlies and Pacers making trades during the Finals. Memphis traded Desmond Bane to the Orlando Magic for players and draft picks, while Indiana was involved in a deal centered around draft picks. Other notable NBA trades include Clint Capela potentially leaving the Hawks and Kristaps Porzingis joining Atlanta in a three-team deal involving the Celtics and Nets. The Washington Wizards acquired CJ McCollum, Kelly Olynyk, and a draft pick, while Jrue Holiday moved to the Portland Trail Blazers from the Boston Celtics. Kevin Durant was traded to the Houston Rockets, with the Phoenix Suns receiving Dillon Brooks, Jalen Green, and draft picks in return. The NBA Draft is set to begin on June 25 at the Barclays Center in New York.
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