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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.
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Sports Illustrated and Las Vegas Review-Journal
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.
Abbey Mastracco / New York Daily News:
Mets Notebook: Carlos Carrasco lands on IL with elbow inflammation
Mets Notebook: Carlos Carrasco lands on IL with elbow inflammation
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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 …
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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 …
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Boston Herald
Ira Winderman / Sun-Sentinel:
Antetokounmpo sits out practice, listed as doubtful by Bucks for Wednesday vs. Heat
Antetokounmpo sits out practice, listed as doubtful by Bucks for Wednesday vs. Heat
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Boston Herald and The Athletic
Ira Winderman / Sun-Sentinel:
Heat's Tyler Herro devastated by gruesome hand injury; surgery set for Friday
Heat's Tyler Herro devastated by gruesome hand injury; surgery set for Friday
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Mercury News, Boston Herald, The Athletic and FanSided
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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New York Post, New Jersey Online and Press Enterprise
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Gary Phillips / New York Daily News:
Shohei Ohtani goes deep while Clarke Schmidt fails to do so again in Yankees loss to Angels
Shohei Ohtani goes deep while Clarke Schmidt fails to do so again in Yankees loss to Angels
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Boston Herald, Yahoo Sports, Newsday, New Jersey Online, The Athletic, Pinstripe Alley, Newsday and New York Post
Gary Phillips / New York Daily News:
How Giancarlo Stanton's absence could impact Anthony Volpe, DJ LeMahieu
How Giancarlo Stanton's absence could impact Anthony Volpe, DJ LeMahieu
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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.
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Last Word On Baseball, AZ Snake Pit, Fox News, MLB Trade Rumors, Bleacher Nation, Yahoo Sports and The Athletic
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)
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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 …
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Mercury News, The Athletic, Associated Press, Daily Herald and Chicago Sun Times
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.
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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)
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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.
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Mercury News, Newsday and New York Post
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