📰 John Smoltz optimistic about American Century, explains why golf is more ‘nerve-racking’ than baseball
John Smoltz, a Baseball Hall of Famer and FOX Sports MLB broadcaster, is preparing to compete in the American Century Championship at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Club in Nevada next month. Smoltz aims to win the tournament and become the oldest winner in its history. Despite his age of 58, he feels confident in his abilities after undergoing hip surgeries and training to improve his game. Smoltz acknowledges the challenge of making birdies on the course and is working on his putting skills to enhance his performance. He finds golf more nerve-racking than baseball due to the individual nature of the sport and the absence of teammates to rely on for support. The tournament, which brings together various personalities, holds a special place in Smoltz’s calendar each year, and he is determined to secure a victory.
📰 Cooper Flagg goes No 1 to Dallas Mavericks in draft, perhaps NBA planned it that way?
The Dallas Mavericks officially selected Duke superstar Cooper Flagg as the No. 1 overall pick in the NBA Draft, a move that was widely expected after the team won the NBA Draft Lottery. There are conspiracy theories suggesting that Flagg’s selection was predetermined, possibly linked to a trade involving Luka Dončić and Anthony Davis. Flagg himself dismissed these theories, stating he had no insider information. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver denied any prior knowledge of the alleged trade involving Dončić. Despite speculation, the odds of such a scenario were calculated to be 1.8%, and the NBA is unlikely to admit any rigging of the draft lottery. The league hopes Flagg can become a new superstar to boost ratings and attract more fans to professional basketball.
📰 Stephen Curry’s father, Dell Curry, says Warriors star likely to compete in NBA ‘well into his 40s’
Stephen Curry, a four-time NBA champion, celebrated his 37th birthday in March and is entering his 17th season with the Golden State Warriors. His father, Dell Curry, believes Stephen has the ability to play in the NBA well into his 40s, emphasizing that the decision to retire will be up to Stephen himself. Stephen Curry holds several NBA records and is the league’s all-time 3-point leader, with his shooting ability significantly impacting the game. Dell Curry highlighted Stephen’s competitive nature and projected that he has several more years of playing at a high level. While not expecting Stephen to play for another six to eight years, Dell Curry believes his son still has many years left to excel in the league. The article also mentions that Stephen Curry hopes to finish his career with the Warriors, and his current contract with the team expires after the 2025-26 season.
📰 Hall of Famer Trevor Hoffman defends ‘old-school’ Padres-Dodgers rivalry after bench-clearing incident
The Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres had a heated confrontation after Fernando Tatis Jr. was hit by a pitch, leading to a bench-clearing incident. Padres manager Mike Shildt and Dodgers manager Dave Roberts were involved in a heated exchange during the incident. Baseball Hall of Famer Trevor Hoffman, a senior advisor to baseball operations with the Padres, commented on the intense rivalry between the two teams, describing it as having an “old-school feel.” The rivalry has escalated over the years, with multiple playoff matchups and instances of players being hit by pitches. Hoffman emphasized the importance of pitching inside but also highlighted the need to do it safely. The Dodgers currently lead the NL West, while the Padres are in second place, setting the stage for more intense matchups between the two teams in the future.
📰 Mavericks select Cooper Flagg with top pick in 2025 NBA Draft after controversial lottery
The Dallas Mavericks selected Cooper Flagg as the first overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, making him the first White American to achieve this since 1977. Flagg, a former Duke superstar, was highly anticipated as the top pick after an impressive freshman year in college basketball, leading Duke to the Final Four. He received numerous accolades, including being named to the First Team All-America and winning ACC Player and Rookie of the Year awards. Despite the Mavericks having low odds, they won the first pick in a controversial draft lottery, which followed a questionable trade involving Luka Doncic. LeBron James praised Flagg’s potential on his podcast, highlighting his versatility and shooting skills.
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