• Russia Slams Western Critics of Presidential Election

    The Russian Foreign Ministry shot back at claims that Moscow's presidential election was tipped in Vladimir Putin's favor, instead saying that Western leaders cannot fathom Russia's "nationwide unity."Putin on Monday officially secured enough votes to win a fifth presidential term but the outcome of Russia's three-day election was anticipated even before the Kremlin strongman announced his reelection bid in the fall.Western officials have long accused Russia of rigging elections in Putin's...

  • SF Giants News: Blake Snell's Contract Details Emerge

    On Monday night, Blake Snell and the San Francisco Giants agreed to a two-year contract worth $62 million that includes an opt-out after the first season.The deal was confirmed by Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle who wrote, "The contract includes a $17 million signing bonus payable in January 2026 and will pay him $15 million in 2024, sources told the Chronicle."Slusser also added that Snell is expected to undergo a physical with the team on Tuesday and a news conference is likely to...

  • White House Rips Donald Trump's Comments on Jews Who Back Democrats

    Former President Donald Trump is facing a new wave of backlash over what the White House is calling "antisemitic rhetoric."The former president sparked the criticism Monday over comments he made on a segment of former Trump administration official Sebastian Gorka's America First podcast.Trump, the presumptive 2024 Republican presidential nominee, said during the segment: "Any Jewish person that votes for Democrats hates their religion. They hate everything about Israel and they should be ashamed...

  • Memphis Grizzlies Injury Report: 2 Key Rotation Players Returning in Lost Season

    Although the Memphis Grizzlies have been the walking wounded lately, it appears that two core pieces of their top seven are on the mend. One just returned to the hardwood already for his first game in over two months, while the other could be back quite soon! Shooting guard Desmond Bane had been out for a while with a Grade 3 ankle sprain. Damichael Cole of the Memphis Commercial Appeal revealed last week that he was nearing a comeback — which he subsequently achieved over the weekend."He's...

  • MLB Fans React to Blake Snell Signing with New Team

    The Blake Snell saga reportedly ended with a two-year, $62 million deal with the San Francisco Giants and fans from around baseball had some of the best reactions on social media.Giants fans are rejoicing while other fans are quick to judge Snell's agent Scott Boras who reportedly turned down a $150 million offer from the New York Yankees. The Yankees and Houston Astros also lost interest when they wouldn't go over $30 million a year.Snell's deal is pending a physical which will happen on...

  • SF Giants News: Reigning NL Cy Young Award Winner in Agreement With Giants

    On Monday evening, Blake Snell's free agency is over and the San Francisco Giants have reportedly emerged victorious in the sweepstakes.According to ESPN's Jeff Passan's post on X (formerly Twitter), Snell and the San Francisco Giants are in agreement on a two-year, $62 million contract that includes an opt-out after the first year.Jon Heyman of the New York Post broke the new first but Passan added that Snell's deal with the San Francisco Giants ends a free agency that stretched to nine days...

  • NY Knicks Injury Report: Key Starter A Late Scratch Vs Golden State Tonight

    New York Knicks starting small forward OG Anunoby, who has emerged as a key two-way piece since arriving from the Toronto Raptors in a trade earlier this season, was a surprise scratch for tonight's road matchup against the Golden State Warriors, scheduled for 7 p.m. PT/10 p.m. ET. Anunoby had just recently returned from an 18-game absence. He suffered a right elbow injury that required surgery. Ian Begley of SNY.tv has more:Head coach Tom Thibodeau revealed that Anunoby's nagging elbow worsened...

  • Washington Wizards News: Reeling Jordan Poole Claps Back At Haters

    Since he got punched in the face by then-Golden State Warriors teammate Draymond Green ahead of their title defense in 2022-23, Jordan Poole's life has never been the same. Poole quickly descended in the Golden State hierarchy, and teammates surprisingly supported Green's image rehabilitation at the time (the future Hall of Famer has since done plenty to suggest he hasn't learned much). This was quite the precipitous decline for a guy who had just enjoyed a snazzy 2021-22 run that saw him emerge...

  • NY Yankees News: Legendary Manager Surprises Fans with Mound Visit at Spring Training

    Legendary New York Yankees manager Joe Torre made a familiar walk from the dugout to the mound on Monday afternoon at George M. Steinbrenner Field. In full uniform, he approached starting pitcher Carlos Rodón and took the ball from him.After 5 2/3 hitless, scoreless innings against the Phillies, Torre signaled to the bullpen and made his first pitching change for the Yankees in over a decade. Yankees fans in attendance gave him a well-deserved standing ovation."I look up and I was like, 'Oh,...

  • Ukraine's Much-Needed Ammo Boost Still Months Away

    Several European nations are committed to providing Ukraine with the artillery it needs along the front lines against Russia, but ammunition may not reach Kyiv's soldiers for several more months.In light of recent battlefield setbacks and the political divide stalling additional American aid packages, European countries have pledged to back a Czech-led effort to provide Ukraine with over 800,000 artillery shells, which includes a boost to Kyiv's 155mm and 122mm stockpiles. According to a report...

  • Dallas Mavericks News: NBA Superstars Shocked By Kyrie Irving Buzzer Beater

    On Sunday, Dallas Mavericks All-Star point guard Kyrie Irving further cemented his legend with yet another undeniably clutch bucket. The 6'2" superstar is long considered to have some of the best handles in this or any era. He helped his Mavs survive a comeback push from the reigning champion Denver Nuggets at home with this magical lefty floater:Note how stunned the eight-time All-Star left his comrades, all of whom rushed him as the attendant American Airlines Center crowd lost its collective...

  • NBA Injury Report: Rookie Lottery Pick Ruled Out For Season

    Very little has gone right in this 2023-24 NBA season for the Washington Wizards. At 11-57, the team is the worst in the league by record. Yes, even worse than the Detroit Pistons, who themselves broke an NBA record for most consecutive losses in a season earlier this year.Now, it appears the reeling Wizards have stumbled into yet another unwelcome development. The club has announced via its official X/Twitter account that rookie small forward Bilal Coulibaly has now been ruled out for the rest...