Pressure is mounting on British Prime Minister Keir Starmer over his decision to appoint Epstein associate Peter Mandelson as U.K. ambassador in Washington. … [Read more...] about Could the Epstein scandal topple U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer?
White Sox Notes: Hays, Benintendi, Sosa, Vasil
The White Sox introduced free agent signee Austin Hays this afternoon. The outfielder signed a $6MM contract with the rebuilding club, in large part because they’re well positioned to give him regular playing time in the outfield. “Going back into free agency, I really wanted to go somewhere where I would have an opportunity to do that, play every day, get back to being able to … [Read more...] about White Sox Notes: Hays, Benintendi, Sosa, Vasil
Tarik Skubal Wins Arbitration Hearing
Tigers ace Tarik Skubal has won his arbitration hearing against the team, reports ESPN’s Jeff Passan. He’ll be paid a record-shattering $32MM in his final season of arbitration eligibility and, in doing so, radically alter subsequent arbitration earnings for top-tier starting pitchers with five-plus years of big league service. The Tigers had submitted a $19MM figure, which was … [Read more...] about Tarik Skubal Wins Arbitration Hearing
Stalwart from Phillies’ rebuilding years aiming for comeback after signing with Cubs
Former Philadelphia Phillies starter Vince Velasquez is back and looking for a major league comeback after signing a minor league contract with the Chicago Cubs. … [Read more...] about Stalwart from Phillies’ rebuilding years aiming for comeback after signing with Cubs
Three storylines as Flyers play last game before the Olympic break
In their final game before the Olympics, the Flyers could use a solid effort from everyone involved to go into the break feeling strong and relaxed. … [Read more...] about Three storylines as Flyers play last game before the Olympic break

