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Jeff Passan / ESPN:
Puerto Rico ousts Dominican Republic at WBC, but Edwin Diaz hurts knee celebrating — MIAMI — Star New York Mets closer Edwin Díaz suffered a right knee injury Wednesday night during the on-field celebration of Puerto Rico's victory over the Dominican Republic in the World Baseball Classic …
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Fiifi Frimpong / New York Daily News:
Mets closer Edwin Diaz helped off field after suffering knee injury celebrating World Baseball Classic win — This could be a nightmare for the Mets. — Mets closer Edwin Diaz suffered a right knee injury on the field immediately after Team Puerto Rico upset the Dominican Republic, 5-2 …
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Abbey Mastracco / New York Daily News:
Mets closer Edwin Diaz suffers torn patellar tendon, needs surgery and is expected to miss the season — Up until Wednesday, the Mets had avoided the worst. The pitching depth had taken a few hits over the last two weeks but the Mets were still in a position to be able to withstand the losses.
Ira Winderman / Sun-Sentinel:
This time Heat in cruise control (no, really) in 138-119 rout of Grizzlies — MIAMI — An Easy Button? Who knew? — In a season of sweating just about every finish, the Miami Heat got something completely different Wednesday night at Miami-Dade Arena. — This time there was a 28-point lead …
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Ira Winderman / Sun-Sentinel:
Winderman's view: Heat rotation coming into view, with Oladipo shuffled out in rout of Grizzlies — MIAMI — Observations and other notes of interest from Wednesday night's 138-119 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies: — Yes, one game is the ultimate NBA small sample size.
Ira Winderman / Sun-Sentinel:
You can't spell heart attack without H-e-a-t, as season of close calls persists
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Brad Biggs / Chicago Tribune:
Key additions on defense — but what's next for offensive line? Brad Biggs' 6 thoughts off Chicago Bears GM Ryan Poles' availability. — 1. Like it or not, Ryan Poles will be linked to the 2023 draft's No. 1 pick for years to come. — If the Carolina Panthers select a quarterback …
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David Furones / Sun-Sentinel:
Dolphins re-signing RB Myles Gaskin, veteran tackle Kendall Lamm — The Miami Dolphins are now returning all four running backs from the active roster in 2022 for the 2023 season. — The Dolphins are re-signing tailback Myles Gaskin, according to a league source on Wednesday …
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Chris Perkins / Sun-Sentinel:
Dolphins show faith in Mike McDaniel by re-signing running backs Raheem Mostert, Jeff Wilson
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David Furones / Sun-Sentinel:
Dolphins bringing back RBs Raheem Mostert, Jeff Wilson on two-year deals
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Julia Poe / Chicago Tribune:
Recapping the Chicago Bulls: Loss to Sacramento Kings on last-second 3-pointer halts momentum from 2-game win streak — ExpandAutoplay — 1 of 23 — Bulls forward DeMar DeRozan (11) walks off the floor after a loss to the Kings on March 15, 2023, at the United Center. (Chris Sweda / Chicago Tribune)
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Nick Piecoro / Arizona Republic:
Prospect Brandon Pfaadt sharp vs. Cubs as rotation battle heats up — Right-hander Brandon Pfaadt fired four impressive innings on Thursday against the Chicago Cubs in what was perhaps the best outing yet for any of the pitchers vying for the fifth spot in the rotation.
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David Furones / Sun-Sentinel:
Dolphins sign former Jets lineman for offensive line depth; re-sign Geron Christian — The wait is over for the Miami Dolphins to bring in an outside free agent for offensive line depth and competition. — They agreed to terms with former New York Jets lineman Dan Feeney on Thursday morning, according to a league source.
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Andrew Baggarly / The Athletic:
Giants to sign Sergio Romo and give him a chance to pitch — and say goodbye — SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — No major-league pitcher has ascended the mound at the Giants' waterfront ballpark in more games than Sergio Romo. He soaked up the cheers in so many of his 268 regular-season appearances …
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Carlos Collazo / Baseball America:
2023 MLB Mock Draft Version 1.0 — We're four weeks into the college season so it's time for the first edition of our 2023 Mock Draft. — Like previous mock drafts this time of year, I've enlisted a high-ranking scout with a big league team to help me go through this exercise and make alternating picks.
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Antwan Staley / New York Daily News:
Aaron Rodgers on Pat McAfee Show says his ‘intention’ is to ‘play for the New York Jets’ — Aaron Rodgers has kept fans and the media in the dark for weeks about his future. — But on “The Pat McAfee Show” on YouTube and Sirius XM Wednesday afternoon, Rodgers finally broke his silence and gave viewers clarity about his future.
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Associated Press:
Mike Trout propels Team USA into World Baseball Classic quarterfinals — The Angels star has three hits and three RBIs and the U.S. gets a stellar night from its deep bullpen to secure a 3-2 win and a matchup with Group D winner Venezuela — PHOENIX — Angels star Mike Trout had three hits and three RBIs …
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