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#CardCorner: 1979 Topps Tom Paciorek
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One of three brothers who played in the big leagues, Tom Paciorek fought for a decade for a regular gig in the majors before becoming one of the most respected hitters of the early 1980s.
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Another in the long line of Dodgers prospects from the early 1970s, Tom Paciorek was well into his 30s before he became one of the game’s best bat-to-ball hitters.
Those skills kept him in the majors for 18 ...
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Six more players from the UCLA baseball team were selected on Day 2 of the 2026 MLB Draft on Sunday. There were a total of 10 Bruins drafted in this year’s class, including the No. 1 overall draft pick, Roch Cholowsky. Cal Randall (No. 146) Right-handed pitcher Cal Randall was the first Bruin to hear […] The post Six More Bruins Selected on Day 2 of 2026 MLB Draft appeared first on LA Sports Report.
Those hoping hoping to see the Sox splash the cash on some hard-to-sign candidates on day 2 of the MLB Draft were immediately disappointed, as the Red Sox spent their fifth round pick on Lucas Davenport, a pitcher out of Baylor University who was unranked by both Baseball America and MLB Pipeline heading into the […]
Jude Bellingham’s outstanding World Cup continued on Saturday as his two-goal performance against Norway not only fired England into the semi-finals, but also helped Real Madrid make tournament history. The 23-year-old scored twice in England’s victory to take his tally to six goals at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Those strikes also pushed the total […]
On Sunday, the New York Mets lost to the Boston Red Sox by a score of 3-2.With the loss, they were swept in the three-game series at Citi Field.Francisco Lindor finished with two hits, including one home run and two RBIs.Francisco Lindor Makes Brutally Honest StatementAfter the game, Lindor made a very honest statement when […]
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University of Iowa senior Kooper Schulte was selected by the New York Mets in the 20th round of the 2026 Major League Baseball Draft. Schulte was the 600th overall pick.
Uruguay now has Diego Forlan leading the senior squad, but everyone wants to know one thing: what is his actual managerial record with a national team? Diego Forlan is the new interim head coach of Uruguay following an early exit for “ La Celeste” at the 2026 World Cup . Former coach Marcelo Bielsa faced heavy criticism for his tournament strategy, leading to his departure.
But fans are asking: why Forlan? The answer is simple. He’s a household name and exactly what the public wanted, a f...
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Lourdes Gurriel Jr. is one of the names being considered by the Phillies in their search for outfield help, USA Today’s Bob Nightengale writes. Gurriel’s right-handed bat could help Philadelphia’s desire for lineup balance, though since Gurriel’s only big league outfield experience has come as a left fielder, Brandon Marsh would have to move over […]
Four Yellow Jackets Get Drafted on Day 2 of MLB Draft
There was a poignant moment for the Cincinnati Reds during their 8-4 loss to the Chicago Cubs in Great American Ball Park on Sunday afternoon. The Reds, last place residents of the NL Central and now 9 games under .500, actually looked like they might have figured things out for once. Andrew Abbott had labored […]
Still unsigned, former Patriots receiver Stefon Diggs made a bold claim about NFL wide receivers as he continues searching for his next team.
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After an up-and-down first half by the Minnesota Twins that still has them in the thick of the playoff race, it is nearly time for the All-Star Break and the 2026 MLB Draft! The Twins will have a busy first day in the draft with the third overall pick and five total day one selections. […]
Shedeur Sanders to win the starting job and more bold predictions ahead of NFL training camp.
24-year-old Tom Kim earned his first win in nearly three years at the Genesis Scottish Open.
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Laila Hasanovic, the girlfriend of tennis star Jannik Sinner, stole the hearts of Wimbledon viewers on social media.
Steven Crowl checked into his first Detroit Pistons NBA Summer League game and the results were mixed. With one stat that stands out.
Out of all the fan bases in the NFL, it’s honestly a surprise that Las Vegas Raiders star pass rusher Maxx Crosby vehemently dislikes the Los Angeles Chargers’ fan base.The Chargers are, in a way, notorious for not having a relatively strong fan base, with the team moving from San Diego back in 2017. Regardless […]
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During the opening round of the Evian Championship on Thursday, Charley Hull found herself making headlines. Hull was seen carrying an ice cream on the 15th hole, a moment that went viral. The Kettering girl later revealed that her boyfriend had bought the ice cream for her caddie. While his identity remains a mystery, the […]
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The Phoenix Suns lost their second Summer League game to the New Orleans Pelicans 81-75 despite an impressive performance from their second-year big man Khaman Maluach. Darius Brown II led Phoenix with 18 points while Malik Dia scored 18 points and Jaron Pierre Jr. scored 16 points to lead New Orleans to the win. But […]
Caleb Wilson didn’t want to talk about his 35 points and seven three-pointers after his brilliant Summer League debut, according to Julia Poe of the Chicago Tribune. Instead, the Bulls’ lottery pick was disappointed that the team lost and he committed six turnovers and missed four free throws. Wilson, the No. 4 overall pick in […]
On Sunday, the New York Yankees completed a three-game sweep over the Washington Nationals.They won by a score of 5-3.After a tough stretch, the Yankees are heading into the All-Star break on a good note. Winning in Washington ✅#RepBX pic.twitter.com/eDNhC3YmAv — New York Yankees (@Yankees) July 12, 2026 Aaron Boone Makes Bold StatementAfter the game, […]
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The Boston Bruins have slowed down after their moves at the end of June and early July, but more may […]
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After a long couple of days, we’re nearing the end of the 2026 MLB Draft. The league’s 30 teams have combed through the amateur ranks and called out hundreds of names, with five rounds left of picks to make. The Yankees are hoping they’ve found themselves an exciting new generation of Baby Bombers with their […]
They may have moved on to the next level, but they remain beloved Dukies. The latest edition of the DBR podcast takes a look at how Cam Boozer and others are faring in NBA Summer League action. There are plenty of interesting stories about Isaiah Evans, Maliq Brown, and guys still hoping for a big […]