A Tennis Star Readies Comeback Despite Injury and Mental Health Challenges
After eight months away, Bianca Andreescu is almost ready to make a comeback, but the US Open winner from 2019 acknowledges that she feels older […]
After eight months away, Bianca Andreescu is almost ready to make a comeback, but the US Open winner from 2019 acknowledges that she feels older […]
Iga Swiatek has an idea for why tennis is getting harder. The Pole attributes this to the rise in required ATP and WTA events, which […]
7 May (UPI) –Kylie McKenzie, a 25-year-old former tennis prodigy, has ordered the United States Tennis Association to pay her $9 million because the organization […]
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The NFL clubs that will play each other this season are already known, and the formal date of their meeting will shortly be announced. The […]
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The Minnesota Twins’ current 12-game winning streak came to an end, but the organization still has the original summer sausage, which players have been humorously […]
It’s imperative that the New York Yankees allow their former All-Star some time to improve his at-bat strategy. With a record of 23-13, the New York Yankees are among the top teams in Major League Baseball. However, not every player on the squad is performing to the same degree. Joel Reuter of Bleacher Report identified a former All-Star in New York after scouring the league for each team’s most memorable slumps.For the Yankees, Gleyber Torres has been a reliable bat throughout the years, but in 2024, something doesn’t appear to be there. He is just slashing 222/.293/.274 so far. A few days ago, he hit his first home run. Torres may be experiencing a lull in the early going of the season, which would not be unusual. His slash line is a pitiful 247, 318, and 369, far lower than his career norms. However, compared to previous seasons, his results this year are significantly worse. The 27-year-old’s primary problem thus far has been that his contact quality is simply lacking. Although it may seem obvious, his at-bats do reflect those from the 2020 and 2021 seasons, when he was unable to provide much power at the plate. He has never had xBA (.210) or xWOBA (.272) as low as they are. This season, Statcast’s exit velocity is approximately 88, compared to the previous two years, when it was closer to 90. He’s on a four-game hitting streak, though, so things are looking up for him. His batting average is now higher than it was at the close of April. Given his past tendency to crank up the pace in May, it’s probably best to give him a little leeway before becoming alarmed. […]
A shadow of doubt surrounds star big man Kristaps Porzingis as the Boston Celtics, led by head coach Joe Mazzulla, move on to face the Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA playoffs’ second round. This is because of health issues. The team is being cautious, especially considering Porzingis’ recent mild calf strain—a condition known to have the potential to worsen and result in Achilles problems. Giannis Antetokounmpo missed the entire Milwaukee Bucks first-round series against the Indiana Pacers in the NBA’s first playoff round due to a similar calf strain, underscoring the difficulty of the injury. The Celtics are especially careful not to rush Porzingis back into action because of his history of injuries, which might jeopardise his ability to play through the remainder of the postseason or even impair his readiness for next season. Coach Mazzulla stated that Porzingis is recovering during a recent update that aired on NBC Sports Boston, but the team has not yet established a firm timeframe for his return. He appeared to be walking a little more confidently. KP’s quality is that he invests time. He is the type of guy that always understands exactly what to do and puts in the effort to be ready, whether he is playing or recovering from an injury. The Celtics are still optimistic that he will be able to make an impact on the court as soon as possible—possibly even during their next series against the Cavaliers. The Cavaliers are a huge underdog, so the Celtics may have some leeway in how they handle Porzingis’ recuperation. In order to keep Porzingis healthy and avoid any long-term injuries that would jeopardise their chances of winning a championship, Boston may be able to control their starting lineup thanks to this circumstance. Having said that, the Celtics would adore having Kristaps Porzingis return to the court for this series. However, it remains to be seen when he will be able to recover from his calf strain.
The Green Bay Packers, who have recently hired Adam Stenavich as their offensive coordinator, are poised for an exciting NFL season as he carefully positions his rushing back (RB) lineup. Josh Jacobs, a two-time All-Pro, is the team’s top running back and was signed to a contract for an average of $12 million a season by the Packers. Both youngster MarShawn Lloyd and Jacobs’ potential as an “every-down RB” have Stenavich beaming with confidence. Stenavich declares, “Josh is a phenomenal running back.” Jacobs has proven to be an amazing receiver and runner. Furthermore, he has demonstrated his ability to be a competent pass defender. He is one of those players that you can actually have in the game all the time and not have to worry about anything with because he is an “every-down RB.” That’s good, then. MarShawn Lloyd, a rookie, is expected to provide the club with an “explosive element.” Stenavich is quite proud of his remarkable Scouting Combine record of 4.38 seconds. During the OTAs, Lloyd showed off his speed and vision with a series of outstanding runs. Stenavich thinks that this combination of speed and vision will undoubtedly give the Packers’ backfield a notable boost. The previous season, the Packers averaged 112.1 yards per game and 4.32 yards per carry. But with Lloyd and Jacobs collaborating closely with Dillon, things appear to be improving for the Packers in the 2017 campaign. The Packers’ offensive lineup should be enhanced in the upcoming season with the acquisition of Lloyd as RB2 and Jacobs as the primary RB. Together with Adam Stenavich’s coaching abilities, this dynamic pair may be the deciding factor in the Packers’ attempt to win the NFL this season.
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