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Runners have ‘definitely got the advantage,’ but Chicago White Sox catcher Yasmani Grandal is working to stop them

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:54:36 GMT

The Chicago White Sox knew they’d be tested facing a team on the go like the Baltimore Orioles.The Orioles entered the weekend series at Guaranteed Rate Field with 19 stolen bases — a franchise record through 13 games — and had been caught only once.The Sox nabbed them once Saturday, a “pivotal” moment according to manager Pedro Grifol in his team’s 7-6 extra-innings win.Sox starter Michael Kopech struck out Cedric Mullins in the fifth inning, and catcher Yasmani Grandal fired to second to throw out Jorge Mateo, who was attempting to swipe the bag.“I know they stole one bag (Saturday), but that caught stealing was a big part of the ballgame,” Grifol said. “That double play right there was a big part of the game, if not the biggest.”The Sox didn’t have to contend with any type of running game Monday as their scheduled game against the Philadelphia Phillies was postponed because of a forecast of high winds and cold temp...

Josh Hart sprained his ankle during heroic playoff performance

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:54:36 GMT

CLEVELAND – Josh Hart is dealing with a left ankle sprain that he suffered just before hitting the biggest shot of Game 1.The reserve guard, a big reason New York holds a 1-0 lead over the Cavs, was a spectator for most of Monday’s practice and coach Tom Thibodeau wasn’t making predictions about Hart’s status for Game 2 on Tuesday night.“He did some (running). It was pretty light,” Thibodeau said. “Just got mainly treatment. Did a little bit of what we were doing. But more mental today, just get treatment again tomorrow, see where he is.”Logic and the playoff circumstances indicate Hart will play, but he was noticeably limping after Saturday’s victory. Hart turned the ankle by landing awkwardly after a rebound attempt with 2:12 remaining, when the Cavs took their first lead since the opening quarter.On the following possession, Hart buried a stepback 3-pointer over Cedi Osman that gave the Knicks the advantage for good in their 1...

Switzerland’s Marcel Hug wins wheelchair race in course record time

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:54:36 GMT

Just minutes after the finish of the BAA 5K on Saturday where he demolished the field and set a course record, wheelchair winner Marcel Hug explained that competing in a short, fast race two days before the big day fit perfectly into his build up.“We don’t have the impact on the muscles so it’s different for us,” said the 37-year-old Swiss competitor. “For me it’s (5K) very good training. It’s the best preparation I think we can have.”Nicknamed ‘The Silver Bullet’ for the bright helmet he often wears in competition, Hug simply bulled away from the field to capture his fifth Boston Marathon title in 1 hour, 17 minutes, 6 seconds. The win was Hug’s most dominant of the five as he put his stamp on the 26.2 mile trek in emphatic fashion, averaging a eye-popping 2:57 per-mile on the way to winning by 10 minutes, 39 seconds.Hug’s time broke his 2017 course record of 1:18:04.“I tried to go fast from the first dow...

DeSantis ups ante in Disney fight, floats nearby prison

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:54:36 GMT

ORLANDO, Fla. — The Florida Legislature will reassert that the state has control of Disney World’s Reedy Creek Improvement District, Gov. Ron DeSantis declared in the theme park’s backyard Monday.At a news conference in Lake Buena Vista, DeSantis also said lawmakers would take away the company’s self-inspection of rides and monorails and also allow the state to examine a ride if someone is seriously injured on it.He then mused about potentially selling off utilities, and even developing Reedy Creek land that Disney doesn’t own.“People are like, ‘Well, there’s what should we do with this land?” said a smiling DeSantis. “ … Maybe create a state park, maybe try to do more amusement parks? Someone even said, ‘Maybe you need another state prison?’ Who knows? I just think that the possibilities are endless.”He also claimed the last-minute moves by the outgoing board to grant Disney wide-ranging powers over the district had a “plethora of legal infirmities” and that a provision of st...

All eyes now on Giannis Antetokounmpo’s bruised back in Heat-Bucks, coach ‘optimistic’

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:54:36 GMT

It might not have appeared that way Sunday, but the Milwaukee Bucks have already shown this season they can have their way with the Miami Heat even when Giannis Antetokounmpo is not fully healthy.That is especially meaningful at the moment, with the Bucks All-Star forward dealing with a back contusion and Milwaukee down 1-0 to Heat in this best-of-seven Eastern Conference opening round NBA playoff series that continues Wednesday at 9 p.m. at Fiserv Forum.X-rays on Antetokounmpo’s back came back negative Sunday, with the coach Mike Budenholzer confirming Monday that the MRI came back clean. Like the Heat, the Bucks did not practice Monday, limited to film and non-court work.On March 24, despite Antetokounmpo being lost 6:28 into the game due to a knee injury, the Bucks throttled the Heat 128-99.Now, after falling 130-117 Sunday to the Heat, it may have to again be Antetokounmpo’s supporting cast stepping forward in a similar fashion.With 4:13 left in Sunday’s first ...

Miami Hurricanes standout Isaiah Wong enters NBA draft

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:54:36 GMT

One of the best basketball players in Miami Hurricanes history will try his luck in the professional ranks.Miami guard Isaiah Wong will enter the NBA draft, the team announced Monday.“Coaching Isaiah Wong has been one of the most enjoyable experiences of my career,” Hurricanes coach Jim Larrañaga said in a press release.“My staff and I are so happy for Isaiah for all he has accomplished. We are excited for him as he continues to pursue his dream of playing in the NBA and look forward to supporting him in any way we can to make that a reality. We will continue to be here for him for whatever he may need, not just as he makes this step to the next level, but well beyond. We are so grateful to Isaiah for all he contributed to the University of Miami, both as a basketball player and as a human being.“It is rare to find someone like Isaiah, who was not just a star on the court during his four years at The U, but also an incredibly hard worker who improved eac...

Evans Chebet captures second straight Boston Marathon title

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:54:36 GMT

On a day when the world’s greatest marathoner was to be celebrated over the oldest and most prestigious 26.2 mile race in history, it was Evans Chebet who broke the tape first on Boylston Street.The savvy Kenyan made his final push with a mile to go, pulling away from Tanzanian Gabriel Geay to successfully defend his title in the rain and chill with a time of 2:05:54 in the 127th running of the Boston Marathon.Chebet became the sixth runner in history to capture back-to-back wins as he averaged a 4:49 per mile pace in wet, chilly conditions. Chebet’s victory came on the heels of his New York City Marathon win last November.“I’m happy because I know this race because I won it last year and this year,” said Chebet. “So maybe next year I’ll come back and win it, too. Last year I ran 2:06 and this year I ran 2:05, so I’m happy.”Geay held on for second in 2:06:04 and Kenyan Benson Kipruto, Chebet’s teammate, was third in 2:06:06...

San Diego residents can file their taxes after the April 18 deadline

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:54:36 GMT

The 2022 tax filing season is ending on Tuesday, but most Californians can still file their returns after the cutoff date.Most Californians have received a federal tax filing extension due to the severe winter storms, flooding, landslides and mudslides that plagued the state over the winter. The new tax deadline is Oct. 16. IRS extends tax deadline to Oct. 16 for disaster areas in California The tax extension also applies to Californians who need to file federal business tax returns or make tax payments.Here is a list of the California counties that are eligible for the filing extension:AlamedaAlpineAmadorButteCalaverasColusa Contra CostaDel NorteEl DoradoFresnoGlennHumboldtInyoKingsLakeLos Angeles MaderaMarinMariposaMendocinoMercedMonoMontereyNapaNevadaOrangePlacerRiversideSacramentoSan BenitoSan BernardinoSan DiegoSan FranciscoSan JoaquinSan Luis ObispoSan MateoSanta BarbaraSanta ClaraSanta CruzSiskiyouSolanoSonomaStanislausSutterTehamaTrinityTulareTuolumneVenturaYoloFor Califo...

Nothing Bundt Cakes offering $4.18 Bundtlets for Tax Day

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:54:36 GMT

SAN DIEGO — Looking to celebrate filing your taxes with a sweet treat? Nothing Bundt Cakes has you covered.On Wednesday, April 18, Nothing Bundt Cakes is offering customers a deal on their individually packaged Bundlets in celebration of Tax Day.The miniature bundt cakes will be discounted to $4.18 for eClub members at all San Diego area bakeries, the company announced. City of San Diego holding free paper shredding this week You can sign up for the Nothing Bundt Cakes eClub here.The Tax Day dessert deal can be claimed at any of the following San Diego County Nothing Bundt Cakes locations.5950 Village Way, Suite 104, San Diego, CA, 9213011704 Carmel Mountain Road, Suite 140, San Diego, CA, 921285624 Mission Center Road, Suite B, San Diego, CA, 921083225 Sports Arena Blvd, Suites 102-3, San Diego, CA, 921109836 Mission Gorge Road, Suite C, Santee, CA, 92071595 Grand Avenue, San Marcos, CA, 92078965 Palomar Airport Road, Suite 102, Carlsbad, CA, 92011872 Eastlake Parkway, Suite 414,...

Suspected smuggling incident thwarted near Sunset Cliffs

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:54:36 GMT

SAN DIEGO — A suspected human smuggling incident was stopped Sunday near Sunset Cliffs, according to the U.S. Border Patrol.Around 10 p.m., U.S. Coast Guard crews spotted a recreational-style vessel traveling north in the water near Sunset Cliffs, said CBP spokesperson Eric Lavergne.The vessel made landfall near Garbage Beach, which is located near Ladera Street in Point Loma. San Diego among cities where inflation is increasing the most: study After making landfall, Border Patrol agents responded to the area and apprehended 10 people who were on the boat, seven men and three women, Lavergne said.According to CBP, all 10 individuals were Mexican nationals. They were taken to the Imperial Beach Border Patrol Station to be processed.The vessel was seized by CBP's Air and Marine Operations.No further information regarding the incident was immediately available.