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Mick Akers / Las Vegas Review-Journal:
Oakland A's enter binding purchase agreement for Las Vegas ballpark site  —  The Oakland Athletics have zeroed in on Southern Nevada, signing a binding purchase agreement for land just west of the Strip where a major-league ballpark could be constructed.  —  The agreement is for 49 acres …
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Oakland A's agree to purchase land near Las Vegas Strip  —  The Oakland Athletics have signed a binding agreement to purchase land near the Las Vegas Strip, where they intend to construct a major league ballpark, team president Dave Kaval said Wednesday night.
Abbey Mastracco / New York Daily News:
Mets pull out 5-3 victory against Dodgers after umpires eject Max Scherzer  —  LOS ANGELES — The story through the first three and 1/2 innings into the series finale between the Mets and the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday afternoon was about a former Mets ace.  It very quickly turned into a story about the club's current ace.
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Abbey Mastracco / New York Daily News:
Max Scherzer ejected in 4th inning of 5-3 win vs. Dodgers while being checked for sticky substance  —  LOS ANGELES — Max Scherzer made an early exit from his start Wednesday, being thrown out of the Mets' game against the Los Angeles Dodgers after a heated argument with umpires over a substance on his hand.
Ira Winderman / Sun-Sentinel:
No Giannis, no problem for Bucks in 138-122 thrashing of Heat that evens series 1-1  —  MILWAUKEE — This is what happens when you are a No. 1 seed playing a No. 8 seed:  —  You don't need your superstar to win.  —  So no Giannis Antetokounmpo for the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday night …
Discussion: The Athletic and Associated Press
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Ira Winderman / Sun-Sentinel:
Even at 1-1, Heat left feeling at a loss against Bucks, 'we've got to lick our wounds'  —  MIAMI — The opportunity was there to offer a tried-and-true trope.  But the Miami Heat also knew better after trailing by as many as 36 points Wednesday night.  —  Yes, they went into Milwaukee …
Discussion: Boston Herald
Ira Winderman / Sun-Sentinel:
Antetokounmpo sits out practice, listed as doubtful by Bucks for Wednesday vs. Heat
Discussion: Boston Herald and The Athletic
Gary Phillips / New York Daily News:
Yankees Notebook: Aaron Boone in awe of Shohei Ohtani's least talked about skill  —  With Shohei Ohtani now in his sixth major league season, everyone in baseball knows what he's capable of, even if they don't always believe their eyes.  —  Already an MVP, Rookie of the Year and two-time All-Star …
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Gary Phillips / New York Daily News:
How Giancarlo Stanton's absence could impact Anthony Volpe, DJ LeMahieu
Discussion: New York Post and Newsday
Nick Piecoro / Arizona Republic:
Madison Bumgarner designated for assignment by Diamondbacks  —  After four ugly starts to open the season, left-hander Madison Bumgarner has been designated for assignment by the Arizona Diamondbacks, sources said, essentially bringing an end to his time with the team.
David Furones / Sun-Sentinel:
Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa considered retirement after multiple concussions in 2022  —  Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa says he considered retirement “for a time” and spoke with his family, after last season ended in concussion protocol.  (South Florida Sun Sentinel)
LaMond Pope / Chicago Tribune:
Another series loss for the Chicago White Sox, who have not won back-to-back games this season  —  Jake Burger hit a liner to center field, but Brandon Marsh was there for the final out to keep the Chicago White Sox trending in the wrong direction.  —  A 5-2 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies …
Jack Vita / Sports Illustrated:
Roster Moves: Colorado Rockies Activate Daniel Bard After Anxiety Issues  —  The Colorado Rockies have activated relief pitcher Daniel Bard from the 15-day injured list, the club announced Wednesday morning.  In a corresponding roster move, Colorado optioned right-handed pitcher Peter Lambert to Triple-A Albuquerque.
David Furones / Sun-Sentinel:
Dolphins have strong D-line but need to lock up Christian Wilkins with extension  —  South Florida Sun Sentinel's Chris Perkins & David Furones discuss what the Miami Dolphins may do with their first pick of the NFL Draft, No. 51 in 2nd round. (, , /South Florida Sun Sentinel)
Discussion: Boston Herald
Abbey Mastracco / New York Daily News:
Brett Baty's key RBI, big nights from Pete Alonso and others power Mets past Dodgers, 8-6  —  LOS ANGELES — It took seven pitches against a very tough pitcher, but in the end, Brett Baty prevailed, showing the Mets that they made a smart decision to call him up from Triple-A.
Discussion: Mercury News, Newsday and New York Post
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Tim Healey / Newsday:
Mets erase three deficits, beat Dodgers
Discussion: New York Post
 
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