The MLB trade deadline is approaching and teams are having discussions on whether they intend to deal players or stand pat.The Athletics are a team that many in baseball thought could make a run at the wild card, but they have slipped to having the second-worst record in the American League at 45-63.The 2026 trade deadline is officially scheduled for Monday, Aug. 3 at 6 p.m. ET and 3 p.m. PT. A .417 winning percentage is typically enough for teams to consider a massive overhaul of the roster, but not the A's. They're sticking with their guys.Weve built this team for the long haul. Im not looking to break the team up. Just because were not in a playoff race doesnt mean youre selling off pieces," A's general manager David Forst said on A's Cast. "I dont feel compelled to make a trade just because the deadline is Monday.The A's have added standout prospects and formed a promising young core that is expected to be together for years to come. The Athletics' opening day roster was one of the youngest in all of baseball at an average of 27.4 years old, according to Statista.Many of their key players are under age 30. Nick Kurtz is 23, so is Joshua Kuroda-Grauer. Jacob Wilson and Tyler Soderstrom are both 24. Lawrence Butler just turned 26 on July 10, joining Denzel Clarke. J.T. Ginn is 27. Shea Langeliers is 28. Despite building all this young talent together, things just haven't gone right for the A's during the 2026 season. The A's have lost nine consecutive series entering their four-game series against the Boston Red Sox, which concludes Thursday, July 30. The team's last such series losing streak occurred last season between May 5 and June 5.The Athletics have not lost more than nine consecutive series since 2023, when they lost their first 10. After losing two of the first three games versus Boston, the A's have gone 12 consecutive series without a win, which is their longest streak since they lost 12 straight series from July 11 to Aug. 24, 2008.The A's could use additional support at pitching, having a need primarily for young pitching talent. The A's don't have a proven starting pitcher or a veteran reliever in big moments. That veteran relief could also be someone who could serve as a primary closer for the Athletics. They currently don't a traditional closer.The A's bullpen is 0-3 with two saves, three blown saves, a 6.17 ERA and has allowed 10-of-22 (45.5%) inherited runners to score over the last eight games. Overall, the Athletics have been losing games due to poor performances at the mound. Their bullpen is responsible for the highest ERA in the majors (5.45), they rank third in most blown saves (21), sixth in lowest save percentage (56.3%), highest percentage of inherited runners scored (36.8%), and eighth in most innings pitched (435.2).Aside from pitching, the A's could use better luck in the health and medical department. The Athletics have 13 players on the injury list, including some of their best such as Kurtz, Clarke, Langeliers, Kuroda-Grauer, Zack Gelof, Justin Sterner, Luis Severino and Brent Rooker, who will miss the year after season-ending surgery to repair a cartilage tear in his left knee.It's all but over for the A's during the 2026 season, despite there still being a lot of baseball left to be played.But make no mistake this wasn't expected of the A's. Minor setbacks prevented them from seeing their potential for this season, but they won't be hauling off players, rather play this year out and prepare for 2027.This article originally appeared on USA TODAY Sports: A's won't make blockbuster trade ahead of deadline, GM David Forst says

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Credit: Reuters ConnectThe WNBA appears to be at an inflection point that will decide whether it can successfully navigate the inordinate attention around Indiana star Caitlin Clark, or if it will be captured by uninformed media perspectives and false narratives.Clark is a full-fledged icon in Americas culture wars, a straight white point guard in a largely Black and LGBTQ league. And she is also a money-maker like the WNBA has never seen. She also is a 24-year-old who cant seem to ever satisfy critics.In an appearance onThe Awful Announcing Podcast this week, sports commentator Jemele Hill shared her thoughts, after covering WNBA All-Star weekend, on the vast divide between media perspectives on television and across the internet and how the people close to Clark feel about her.I feel a lot of empathy for her, just because theres so much of this she did not ask for, Hill said. She didnt ask to be some kind of bat signal for a culture war. She certainly didnt ask for the group of fans which I believe are not the majority the group of fans that have decided that shes going to be their vessel to get off as much racism as they possibly can.Hill likened the intense scrutiny toward Clark to another sports story, transgender athlete laws, that has been co-opted by conservative media as well.Anything that happens with Caitlin Clark, it gives Fox (News) programming for six hours, she said.Yet, Hill added, she believes there is a real relationship between Clark and a veteran teammate like Kelsey Mitchell, a fellow All-Star.Even among less politicized media, Hill believes history will not look kindly on those who jumped to conclusions that other players in the league dont like Clark or want to hurt her.This narrative that the media keeps drilling that the players dont like her, that theyre jealous of her, that they want to hurt her, Hill said, that is not the dominant perspective or feeling in the league. Theyre just competing, and the fact that youre villainizing people for just competing with her, it is something that will prove to be historically embarrassing by the way it has been discussed.During her rookie season, a hit to Clarks face by Connecticut defender DiJonai Carrington became a national news cycle, the beginning of the idea that other players were out to get Clark. More recently, Clark was struck in the head by Phoenixs Alyssa Thomas and later suspended. Many commentators homed in on these moments to argue that players around the league were retaliating against Clark for the fame and attention she received.Still, others have made a more simple argument that the league has actually overcorrected with Clark, to the point that she is officiated more lightly than other players (even if the free-throw statistics dont really bear that out). And of course, there have been instances in which current and former WNBA players have been directly critical of Clarks personality, on and off the court.All athletes are subject to big, strong opinions. Where Hill believes the conversation has gone haywire around Clark is that nobody is calling balls and strikes, which allows unfounded theories to solidify.It took Cathy Engelbert too long to get in front of a microphone, she said. It didnt even have to be The Dan Patrick Show. She should have been doing some type of media after the Alyssa Thomas incident happened. She needs to be out front more. Because thats the way you help to control the narrative. At this point, it might be too late. But it would be really helpful if the commissioner didnt disappear at the most critical moments. You should be able to get her on the phone and her help to shift and change the narrative.The post Jemele Hill: Narrative that WNBA players want to hurt Caitlin Clark will prove to be historically embarrassing appeared first on Awful Announcing.

ROME, ITALY - JUNE 22: Giovanni Carnevali of Juventus during FIGC Electoral Assembly at Rome Cavalieri Waldorf Astoria Hotel on June 22, 2026 in Rome, Italy. (Photo by Image Photo Agency/Getty Images) | Getty ImagesAs we are all well aware of, it has been an interesting summer for Juventus and their new CEO, Giovanni Carnevali. The transfer window has been one that has been slow to develop, but its also one in which the majority of the Bianconeris signings thus far have been ones in which we havent really seen coming. That, of course, doesnt involve the long-standing negotiations that multiple Juve sporting chiefs had with Paris Saint-Germain for striker Randal Kolo Muani, a deal that is actually about to cross the finish line.No, really. It is. Juventus are about to sign Kolo Muani after Carnevali reportedly got things done earlier this week.We also know this because Carnevali himself told us that same exact thing during an interview on Thursday night in which he touched on Kolo Muani and the big surprise that came shortly after news broke of there being an agreement with the two-time defending European champions: the deal for Bosnian teenager Kerim Alajbegovi.On Kolo Muani front, Carnevali said the following:Were finalizing the dealfor Kolo Muani now. Its been a long-running negotiation. When I arrived at Juve, I read the newspapers and thought it was a done deal, but it wasnt. There were some difficulties, and we needed to mend relations with PSG, remedying previous problems. Were finalizing the deal right now and were in the final phase.(All quotes via GianlucaDiMarzio.com)Kolo Muani is expected in Turin at some point on Friday to begin the final steps of his move back to Juventus.While the Alajbegovi deal has gotten the here we go! treatment from Fabrizio Romano, Carnevali said that things arent advanced as compared to Kolo Muani. That doesnt mean a deal is in danger or anything Carnevali very much made it sound like the 18-year-old attacker is going to be a Juventus player, but theres still a few things to hammer out.Like teenage striker Jeff Ekhator and former Roma fullback Zeki Celik, the Alajbegovi signing was very much one that caught many folks by surprise, with nowhere near the amount of reporting around it as some of the other reported Juve transfer targets this summer.Were a bit behind with him, but were working on it. Its a significant investment, but a club like Juve must also think about the future. He was born in 2007 and has the characteristics were looking for.Speaking of the transfer window as a whole Whats the current situation with our market?We have a lot to do, especially in terms of outgoing players, and we need to make several deals.I dont like the championship being played with the transfer market open. Last year, all the leagues except La Liga agreed, and we had to settle for that.In my opinion, the transfer market should close when the championship starts.One player who it sounds like Juventus wont be signing this summer or, in this case, re-signing considering they just employed for the past 4 1/2 years, including a Serie A-high salary the last couple of years is Dusan Vlahovic.Juventus talks most notably with former Juve CEO Damien Comolli are well documented at this point. But it was what Carnevali said that makes you believe that its pretty hard to believe Vlahovic would make a comeback to the Allianz Stadium in those same black and white stripes hed worn since January 2022.I have never met Vlahovic.I know that Juve made him an offer that was not accepted. I have always made myself available but have never had meetings.As the month of August is just one day away, Vlahovic is still a free agent, with only Besiktas being a club that looks to have serious interest in bringing him in at the moment. However, he has yet to agree to terms, with Besiktas director Onder Ozen recently saying Vlahovic would prefer to play in one of Europes top five leagues rather than move to the Turkish Super Lig.

NASCARs 2027 Cup Series schedule is still months away from becoming official, but one new report suggests fans could see some of the biggest calendar changes in years.According to The Athletic, NASCAR is putting the finishing touches on next seasons schedule, with several notable adjustments still under consideration before the sanctioning body announces the finalized calendar. If those plans come together, the postseason could feature a significantly different look than fans have grown accustomed to over the past several years.Among the reported changes are a reshuffled playoff lineup, continued momentum toward another race at Naval Base Coronado in San Diego, an uncertain future for the Chicago Street Race, and a new frontrunner to host the All-Star Race.Several Playoff Tracks Could Be MovingPerhaps the most significant takeaway from The Athletics report centers on NASCARs playoff schedule.Rather than making only minor adjustments, the report says six races could effectively swap places on the calendar, creating a noticeably different Chase.One of the biggest reported changes would send Bristol Motor Speedways famed night race out of the postseason and back into its traditional August date during the regular season. Bristol served as NASCARs regular-season finale for decades before moving into the playoffs, where it became one of the sports signature elimination races.According to The Athletic, Bristol is expected to return to the regular season, while Darlington Raceway and World Wide Technology Raceway (Gateway) are also projected to leave the playoff rotation.Taking their place would reportedly be Richmond Raceway, New Hampshire Motor Speedway and Watkins Glen International, with Watkins Glens move already having been announced earlier this year.If those changes become official, the playoff schedule would feature a dramatically different mix of short tracks, road courses and intermediate ovals than drivers have faced in recent seasons.Chicago and San Diego Both Remain in the PictureThe report also offered new insight into two of NASCARs biggest scheduling questions.Despite ongoing uncertainty surrounding funding, NASCAR is still expected to race somewhere in the Chicago area in 2027.Whether that ultimately means a return to the downtown Chicago Street Race, a move to Chicagoland Speedway in Joliet, or another solution remains unresolved. The report comes just days after the Chicago Tribune reported NASCAR is seeking increased state grant funding as negotiations continue over the events future.San Diego also appears increasingly likely to remain on the schedule.Following the successful inaugural Cup Series weekend at Naval Base Coronado earlier this season, The Athletic reported it would be highly unlikely for NASCAR not to return in 2027, with the race expected to remain on the calendar despite some uncertainty entering its second year.North Wilkesboro Reportedly Leads the All-Star Race DiscussionAnother notable development involves the NASCAR All-Star Race.According to The Athletic, Dover Motor Speedway is expected to return to hosting a points-paying Cup Series race next season, leaving NASCAR searching for another home for its annual exhibition event.North Wilkesboro Speedway is reportedly viewed as the leading candidate after hosting the All-Star Race from 2023 through 2025 before returning to points racing this season.The report notes that keeping the All-Star Race at a Speedway Motorsports-owned facility may be the cleanest solution as NASCAR works through the broader schedule shuffle.As with every element of the reported 2027 calendar, none of the changes have been officially confirmed by NASCAR.The sanctioning body is expected to announce next years Cup Series schedule once the remaining details are finalized, but if the report proves accurate, fans could be looking at one of the most significant postseason shakeups in recent memory.

Jul 29, 2026; Ownings Mills, MD, USA; Baltimore Ravens wide receiver JaKobi Lane (6) stretches during practice at the Under Armour Performance Center. Mandatory Credit: Mitch Stringer-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters ConnectThe Baltimore Ravens were not shy about their priorities in the 2026 NFL Draft. Taking 6-foot-4 JaKobi Lane and 6-foot-2 Elijah Sarratt with back-to-back picks made it clear they wanted to add some size and contested catch ability to their wide receiver room. Lane flashed both of those traits on the second day of training camp. He made a few catches in the middle of the field, including a leaping grab over Marlon Humphrey during 7-on-7 work:.@Lj_era8 @cantGuardJak1 pic.twitter.com/vJoRj6S2ew Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) July 30, 2026A few plays later, Jackson targeted Lane on a similar play, this time with an even higher ball. Lane could not get up and over Jaylinn Hawkins to reel it in, but it serves as an example of the early trust the rookie wideout has earned from his MVP quarterback. Developing chemistry with Jackson has been a make-or-break task for the Ravens young receivers over the years. After practice, Zay Flowers, perhaps the best example of that, noted that Lanes catches represented Jacksons ability to adjust to his pass-catchers.He knows JaKobi is going to make tough catches, like in the middle of the field today, Flowers said. He threw it high, he knew JaKobi was going to get it. But, to play devils advocate, Lanes ability to high-point the ball has never been in doubt. It is all over his college film. His slim frame and play strength, though, are legitimate concerns, especially considering how his size limits his route-running. He will need to not just go up and get the football, but come down with it as well, through contact. On his highlight play on Thursday, Ravens safety Malaki Starks was loading up to deliver a hit that may very well have jarred the ball loose, but current rules of engagement prevent him from doing so. Making plays early in training camp is still crucial for Lanes confidence, something Jesse Minter praised in his post-practice presser. But the first-year head coach stressed the important of repetition day after day, period after period to gain and maintain trust from teammates. The Ravens have seen plenty of wide receivers flash in camp in the past, but carrying that through the preseason into the regular season will determine Lanes ability to get on the field as a rookie.Other than center, what position group are you watching closest at training camp? | Baltimore Beatdown

MILWAUKEE, WI - NOVEMBER 12: Ahman Green attends a pop-in shop to introduce the On the Fifty apparel collection at Nordstrom at Mayfair Mall on November 12, 2015 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. (Photo by Daniel Boczarski/Getty Images for Nordstrom)Photo by: Daniel Boczarski / Getty ImagesThe former Green Bay Packers running back says he was diagnosed with early-onset Parkinsons disease in 2025 after experiencing symptoms and is now speaking publicly about his health journey.Former NFL star Ahman Green is opening up about a deeply personal health battle.The Green Bay Packers legend revealed this week that he was diagnosed with early-onset Parkinsons disease in January 2025 after noticing troubling symptoms including walking and talking in his sleep. Green, 49, shared the news publicly for the first time during an appearance on the Go Long with Tyler Dunne podcast, saying he chose to wait until his family and close friends knew about his diagnosis before speaking out.Last year, I got diagnosed with early-onset Parkinsons, Green said. I had a little bit of the feet twitching when Im in my sleep I knew something was going on long before that. According to Reuters, the four-time Pro Bowler said doctors ultimately confirmed the diagnosis after months of testing. While Parkinsons has affected his short-term memory and occasionally makes it difficult to recall names, Green said he remains determined not to let the disease define him. I got the reins, Green said. Im in control. Im not going to let this control me. There (are) some medicines that Ive been taking from the doctors side of it, so I made sure (to stay) on my protocol there but on my side, the food is my medicine.Green also emphasized his dedication to continuing to stay in shape, revealing he starts each day with a workout designed to activate every joint in his body and get his lymphatic system going. Im ahead of it right now. For the doctors that examine me, they said really, if they didnt know what they knew about the early signs, they would have thought I was in great (shape) until they really sat me down, between taking my vitals to having me walk in front of them and what they saw in my walk, in my gait and the way my shoulders hang.Green spent 12 seasons in the NFL and is best known for his dominant run with the Green Bay Packers, where he became the franchises all-time leading rusher with 8,322 rushing yards. A four-time Pro Bowl selection, he rushed for more than 9,200 yards and scored 74 total touchdowns over the course of his career, also spending time with the Seattle Seahawks and Houston Texans before retiring in 2011. His announcement comes as conversations continue about the long-term neurological health of former football players. While Green did not directly attribute his diagnosis to his playing career, he acknowledged that repeated hits sustained during years in the NFL have become part of a broader discussion surrounding Parkinsons disease and other neurological conditions among retired athletes.By sharing his diagnosis, Green said he hopes to encourage others to pay attention to changes in their health and seek medical care early. More than anything, he wants people to know that a Parkinsons diagnosis is not the end of the story.More must-reads:Elon Musk to spend up to $120 million on Republican Senate races despite saying he got too involved in politicsBarack Obama shares 2026 summer playlist featuring Doechii, Drake, Raye and Luther VandrossTomi Adeyemi isnt the first author to reject a Hollywood adaptation

Chicago Just like that, talking season has officially reached its conclusion. After patiently waiting its turn while other conferences around the country took the spotlight, the Big Ten assumed center stage at the Hilton Chicago for a three-day preview (July 28-30) that served as an unofficial beginning to the 2026 campaign. Storylines were aplenty: from defending national champion Indiana to Michigans never-ending drama. From a handful of potential Heisman Trophy candidates to more than a few coaches who are occupying increasingly hot seats. Here are our biggest takeaways from the week in Chicago: 1. Curt Cignetti Is The Conferences Biggest Star Michael Cohen: If there were any doubts surrounding whether Indiana, the defending national champion, could maintain the supreme focus it displayed across the first two seasons of an incredible rebuild, consider this quote from Cignetti on Thursday more than a month before the Hoosiers opener against North Texas: "Yesterday morning we flew in here, right?" Cignetti said during a breakout session. "I was working on opponents yesterday morning until I had to leave to go to the airport, you know? Because I like to know opponents like the back of my hand before we go to camp. It gets a little more difficult now with the portal, a lot of new faces." Despite everything Cignetti has accomplished since taking over Indiana the 27-2 overall record, the back-to-back College Football Playoff appearances, the Big Ten championship, the national title, the fairytale turnaround of a perennial conference doormat he's using every last minute to grind through tape in late July before his mandatory media responsibilities get in the way. National champion or otherwise, he refuses to deviate from what works. At an event that is traditionally dominated by two of college football's biggest brands in Ohio State and Michigan, Cignetti arrived in Chicago with the grandest profile. He captivated a national television audience during his quip-filled address from the main stage at the Hilton Chicago. And when he migrated to a smaller podium across the room, riffing and rolling for an additional 30 minutes, reporters who have covered this event for years were stunned by the size of the crowd. Only Cignetti whom Indiana athletic director Scott Dolson describes as a "unicorn" could dwarf the attention Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day captured earlier this week. And in trademark Cignetti fashion, the zingers flowed: On the rigors of the Big Ten compared to the SEC: "The Big Ten is the best league in football. A lot of really good football teams, very physical football teams, very well-coached. It definitely prepares you for the playoffs, there's no doubt about it. The numbers speak for themselves. We don't run a hype machine up here in the Midwest. We believe everything is earned, not given. When we fall short, we say: We fell short. We don't cry a river, whine and complain. That's why we're the best." On the Hoosiers success during his tenure: "I'm a firm believer in our blueprint. Our Monday morning meeting will be very similar to what it was eight years ago. It'll be about an hour long. There's certain things we'll do in there, there's certain things I'll say in the team meeting Tuesday night that I said eight years ago. It's not word for word, but it's pretty damn close. The way we practice, pretty similar to what we did eight years ago. We have a way of doing things. We've got guys that have been together, and all we do is win." On why hes excited for the 2026 season: "I've been on vacation long enough. I'm tired of being bossed around by my wife. I'm ready to boss somebody else around and develop a football team." The Hoosiers, which welcomed 39 newcomers, finished third in most of the unofficial Big Ten preseason polls released earlier this week. Indiana returns 10 starters from the group that won a national championship in January and retained virtually everyone on Cignettis highly respected coaching staff most notably, offensive coordinator Mike Shanahan and defensive coordinator Bryant Haines, both of whom received large raises. Program-wide continuity is fueling Cignetti's confidence that this team can make another run despite new starters at quarterback, running back, wide receiver, linebacker, cornerback and edge rusher. At this point, who could possibly doubt him? "I think part of the key to the drill is getting everybody to think alike," Cignetti said. "That's where my messaging is important in upholding a standard and having accountability. But look, you've got to have the right people in place. You've got to have a process and people in place. We have the right people in place, upstairs and downstairs. I feel very strongly about that. I'll be stalking complacency. I know that question is coming. But I like what I've seen so far." 2. Kyle Whittingham Aims To Stabilize Michigan Football Cohen: In addition to the coaches and players, there are also plenty of athletic directors eager to mingle with reporters at Big Ten Media Days. Some of them, like Josh Whitman from Illinois and Ross Bjork from Ohio State, are highly visible. They linger around the perimeter of the main interview room, offering friendly smiles when approached. Others might travel with their schools contingent to engage in meetings with colleagues from around the conference, but avoid engaging with reporters. Warde Manuel, Michigan's athletics director, has almost always portrayed the latter. And that was certainly true this time around, at the Hilton Chicago, amid a tumultuous summer in which Manuels future with the Wolverines has been hotly debated. It was announced earlier this month that Manuel, whose tenure has been strewn with scandals and national championships alike, will voluntarily step down later this year in exchange for a hefty buyout. "That's one thing about the players at Michigan right now," head coach Kyle Whittingham said, "they're hungry and ready to get back in a season, get some football. They've been through a lot in the last four or five years. Hopefully we can put the drama to bed and just get back to being student-athletes and having a great college experience." With Manuel nowhere to be seen this week, Whittingham, the Wolverines new coach, fulfilled the role he was expected to play when Michigan plucked him from Utah last December: the adult in the room. Whittingham, 66, ran a successful and squeaky-clean program at Utah for two decades before coming to Michigan after Sherrone Moore was fired for cause. In addition to outperforming Moore on the field the Wolverines have lost eight games over the previous two seasons combined Whittingham is tasked with providing some much-needed ballast for a program where embarrassing personnel issues and running afoul of the NCAA are regular occurrences. How quickly the mess can be cleaned was a question Whittingham faced time and again on Thursday in one form or another. "There has been a lot of drama," Whittingham said. "We hope that we've come to the end of that, and we're ready to proceed with the business of playing football and winning football games and graduating players and putting the emphasis on things that should have the emphasis. "There were some unfortunate things that happened. It's not my place to really speak out on it. I wasn't there, I was not involved. I can tell you [that] now we have a very hungry and willing group of players that have worked their tail off for the last seven months and are eager to get the season started. Very good leadership as well. I'm just excited to make the first thing first, which is graduating and winning football games." 3. QB Dylan Raiola Is Expected To Stick At Oregon RJ Young: With Dante Moores decision to forgo the NFL Draft and return to Oregon this season, the arrival of former Nebraska starting quarterback Dylan Raiola to Eugene created what seems like a natural transition from Moore to Raiola in 2027. Raiola also provides the Ducks with a former starting quarterback as their backup with 22 total starts across two seasons, over 4,800 passing yards, and 31 touchdowns and 17 interceptions. But given the unpredictability of players entering the transfer portal at seasons end, most coaches would worry about the possibility of seeing both his QB1 and QB2 leave. Not Lanning. "I think there's always a looming threat. But not with Dylan. I believe Dylan chose Oregon knowing in advance what it looks like at Oregon," Lanning said on Wednesday. "He wanted to sign up for an opportunity to be with us. We were transparent throughout the process that there's a great chance that Dante could be back. Dylan has done an unbelievable job changing his body, working really hard. He has unbelievable talent, a smart player, that has the opportunity to get exposed to our system. "You're only as strong as all your players. You need everybody to be a part of that. Dylan is a big part of the success we'll have this season, as well as every other quarterback in that room." 4. Jeremiah Smith Expects Kenyatta Jackson Jr. To Have A Huge Season Young: Ohio State wideout Jeremiah Smith, arguably the best college football player in the country, believes Buckeye defensive end Kenyatta Jackson Jr. has the same ability former Ohio State defensive end Chase Young displayed. "He's a leader on the defense," Smith said Wednesday. "Hopefully, hell have a big year, and that's just somebody I believe in. I wont say hes Chase Young yet. I'm always telling him you can take over the game. Youre [six-foot-six], 260 [pounds] like you're kind of like Chase Young, and hopefully he shows that this year." Jackson notched 6.5 sacks and 16 tackles last season, ahead of a potential breakout campaign in 2026.

UNITED STATES - JULY 10: Baseball: All Star Game, Closeup of Los Angeles Dodgers manager Tommy Lasorda falling after getting hit with broken bat during game, Seattle, WA 7/10/2001 (Photo by V.J. Lovero/Sports Illustrated via Getty Images) (SetNumber: X63437 TK1 R6 F17)Yesterday, Ryan noted the Seattle Mariners had the chance to do something dumb. The option remains on the table tonight, particularly with Shohei Ohtani receiving a rest day. Against the resurgent Roki Sasaki and the Los Angeles Dodgers, assuming simplicity is simple-minded itself. But Bryan Woo is facing his greatest enemy, with nothing to do with Kyle Tucker or Max Muncy. The .304/.344/.479 line hes allowed on the road, with a .354 wOBA, is about equivalent to facing Muncy, Randy Arozarena, or Ketel Marte every single plate appearance. He should consider simply returning to magic fastballs instead of these miserable, mundane ones. With only four games remaining between today and the trade deadline Monday, Seattle needs every bit of clarity they can find.LineupsGame Info:First Pitch: 7:10 p.m.TV: Mariners.TVRadio: Ol Reliable