Mets showing interest in star free-agent Carlos Correa  —  A surprising new team has emerged in the Carlos Correa sweepstakes — or maybe not so surprising, considering the amount of money the New York Mets already have spent this offseason.  —  Yes, Steve Cohen might be at again.

Yankees face sizable Carlos Rodon gap after initial offer  —  The Yankees have made their initial offer to top new free agent target Carlos Rodon, and word is there's a sizable gap between the sides and still plenty of work to do.  —  The star left-hander is said to be seeking seven-plus years …

Ravens QB Tyler Huntley limited in practice, remains in concussion protocol; QB Lamar Jackson still out  —  Ravens quarterback Tyler Huntley practiced Tuesday, two days after a big hit knocked him out of the team's win over the Pittsburgh Steelers, but remains in the NFL's concussion protocol, coach John Harbaugh said.

Jalen Brunson at risk of missing first game of season, status for Bulls game ‘questionable’  —  Jalen Brunson's injury changed but his status for playing remains up in the air.  —  Tom Thibodeau clarified that Brunson suffered a contused right foot — not the sprained ankle the coach originally announced …

Grading the Dolphins' 23-17 loss to Chargers; plus stock up, stock down  —  Dave Hyde and David Furones reflect on a Miami Dolphins loss to the Los Angeles Chargers that creates more questions as Miami has dropped two games in a row. (, )  —  LOS ANGELES — The Miami Dolphins have gone cold right as the schedule gets cold.

San Francisco Giants, Ross Stripling reach 2-year, $25M deal  —  Right-hander Ross Stripling and San Francisco on Tuesday agreed to a two-year, $25 million contract that includes an opt-out after the first season, enriching a Giants rotation with another free agent acquisition.

San Gabriel Valley Boys Athlete of the Week: Malcolm Bell, Diamond Bar  —  Bell won his second straight tournament MVP award and helped the Brahmas win the Glendora tournament  —  San Gabriel Valley Boys Athlete of the Week  —  Noteworthy: Bell was named MVP of the Glendora tournament after the Brahmas …

San Gabriel Valley Girls Athlete of the Week: Reese Wong, La Salle  —  Wong led the way for La Salle as it won the Burroughs tournament  —  San Gabriel Valley Girls Athlete of the Week  —  Noteworthy: The senior scored a game-high 21 points, which included six 3-pointers …

When the Falcons elevated Desmond Ridder, they might have lost Marcus Mariota  —  FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — Falcons head coach Arthur Smith knew he was taking a risk last week when he chose to make rookie Desmond Ridder his starting quarterback.  What he didn't know at the time is that he wouldn't have a safety net for that decision.

Sources: Twins agree to 3-year, $30M deal with Christian Vazquez  —  The Minnesota Twins are in agreement with free agent catcher Christian Vazquez on a three-year, $30 million deal, sources confirmed to ESPN.  —  The agreement is pending a physical.  —  Vazquez, 32, was sought by a handful …