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Cardinals and Cubs balance fun and business ahead of weekend London series

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:34:49 GMT

LONDON (AP) — Chicago Cubs manager David Ross said players do better “when they’re having fun.”There was plenty of that to go around Friday when the Cubs and St. Louis Cardinals held workouts at London Stadium ahead of a two-game weekend series.Shaking off jet lag, players in batting practice took aim for the outfield seats that spell out “West Ham” in the home of the Premier League club as MLB returns to the British capital in a renewed bid to grow internationally.The 16-foot centerfield wall — with Union Jack and American flags hanging high above — has been pushed back a bit after the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox cranked 10 homers in the first London series four years ago.The laid-back vibe — Formula One drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri of the McLaren team took BP — will be replaced with a more serious tone Saturday as both the Cardinals and Cubs resume their pursuit of the red-hot Cincinnati Reds in the NL Central.The big question is whether fans in the British...

Medvedev beaten in Halle Open quarterfinals after Sinner retires with a muscle injury

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:34:49 GMT

HALLE, Germany (AP) — Daniil Medvedev lost in the Halle Open quarterfinals and continued his mixed start to the grass-court season, while Jannik Sinner’s preparations for Wimbledon were disrupted when an adductor muscle injury forced him to retire from his match on Friday.Medvedev was upset by Roberto Bautista Agut 7-5, 7-6 (3) for only his second loss in nine quarterfinals this season. The third-ranked Russian dropped to a 2-2 record on grass this season following his first-round loss at the Libema Open last week. Bautista Agut faces another Russian opponent, Andrey Rublev, in the semifinals after Rublev converted his fifth match point against Tallon Griekspoor to win 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 and end a seven-match win streak for Griekspoor, the Libema Open winner.Organizers said Sinner retired from his match against Alexander Bublik after straining his adductor while trying to react to a drop shot from Bublik. Sinner took a medical timeout following the first set and retired after going...

Denny McCarthy sets 36-hole course record at the Travelers Championship

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:34:49 GMT

CROMWELL, Conn. (AP) — Denny McCarthy set a new 36-hole course record by following up a first-round 60 with a 65 to extend his lead to four strokes after the morning rounds Friday at the Travelers Championship.The 30-year-old Maryland native started slowly, bogeying the second hole. But that was the only blemish on a round that included six birdies, five of them on the back nine.His two-day score of 125 is a stroke better than the first two rounds Xander Schauffele put up during his run to the title a year ago and Justin Rose’s first 36 holes in 2010, when he finished tied for ninth.“It’s nice, but golf tournaments aren’t 36 holes unfortunately,” McCarthy said. “I know there’s still a lot of golf left and I’m playing some really nice golf, so I’m looking forward to having fun this weekend.”McCarthy is trying to become the 18th player to pick up his first PGA Tour victory in Connecticut since Ken Duke did it in 2013.Eric Cole shot a 65 on Friday to...

Experiencias de viaje que solo puedes disfrutar mientras eres joven

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:34:49 GMT

(CNN) — No hay fecha límite para viajar por el mundo. Colocarse en la espalda una mochila y salir a explorar nuevos destinos es una actividad que debería estar disponible para todos.Pero para quienes todavía son adolescentes o están en los veinte, vale la pena conocer algunos descuentos increíbles, experiencias y aventuras solo disponibles para los menores de 30 años.Desde tarifas aéreas con rebajas hasta visas de vacaciones que permiten trabajar, hemos reunido algunas de las mejores travesías de viaje que se pueden disfrutar durante la juventud.Viajar por Europa en trenPasar un verano viajando por Europa en tren es una experiencia increíble. Desde subirse a un tren en París y atravesar en él la campiña europea hasta Berlín, o pasear por los canales de Venecia antes de subirse a un tren para admirar la historia y la belleza de Florencia.El pase Eurail (diseñado para viajeros no residentes en Europa) y el pase Interrail de la UE (para europeos o residentes) han existido durante...

Patrick Marleau is re-joining the San Jose Sharks, this time as a developmental coach

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:34:49 GMT

SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — Patrick Marleau is returning to the San Jose Sharks to open his post-playing career — this time in a developmental role.Two years after finishing his 23-year NHL career, and 21st in San Jose, Marleau is rejoining the Sharks as a player development coach and hockey operations advisor, the team announced on Friday. Among his jobs will be working with Sharks’ prospects playing for the team’s San Jose-based American Hockey League affiliate.“It’s rare that you get the opportunity to add someone to your organization that brings a level of talent and character like Patrick Marleau,” general manager Mike Grier said. “As one of the top players of his generation, Patty possesses an unlimited wealth of institutional knowledge about the game. Perhaps more importantly, he was a cornerstone piece in the Sharks becoming one of the NHL’s most dominant franchises over the last two decades and knows what it takes to win and succeed in the NHL.”At 43, Marleau’s 1,767 career gam...

Interstate 95 reopens less than two weeks after deadly collapse in Philadelphia

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:34:49 GMT

Mascots from professional Philadelphia sports teams cross over the repaired section of Interstate 95 as the highway is reopened Friday, June 23, 2023 in Philadelphia. Workers put the finishing touches on an interim six-lane roadway that will serve motorists during construction of a permanent bridge. (AP Photo/Joe Lamberti)(AP/Joe Lamberti) Mascots from professional Philadelphia sports teams cross over the repaired section of Interstate 95 as the highway is reopened Friday, June 23, 2023 in Philadelphia. Workers put the finishing touches on an interim six-lane roadway that will serve motorists during construction of a permanent bridge. (AP Photo/Joe Lamberti)(AP/Joe Lamberti) PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Interstate 95 reope...

Sospechoso habría golpeado a un oficial que intentó detenerlo en Prince William

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:34:49 GMT

Un agente resultó gravemente herido cuando un hombre sospechoso de robar un vehículo lo golpeó deliberadamente con un SUV el jueves por la noche en el condado Prince William, Virginia, dijo la policía.Justo antes de las 11 p.m. el jueves, un oficial se acerco al SUV en Oust Lane en Dale City porque el auto coincidía con la descripción de un vehículo que fue robado más temprano en la noche en un 7-Eleven en Woodbridge, informó la policía.Cuando el policía estaba en la ventana del lado del conductor, este aceleró e hizo un cambio de sentido. El sospechoso luego condujo directamente hacia el oficial a una velocidad, según las autoridades.Antes de que la camioneta golpeara al oficial, el policía disparó su arma, de acuerdo con la policía. El sospechoso luego huyó.El oficial sufrió una lesión significativa en la cabeza y fue llevado a un hospital. Las autoridades indicaron que su condición ha mejorado y se espera que se recupere por completo.La policía finalmente encontró al sospechoso u...

APD searching for wandering child's home

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:34:49 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- A child was found wandering in Aurora, and police are asking for help in finding his guardians.The boy is believed to be four to six years old, according to a tweet from Aurora Police Department. He has long, dark brown hair and was wearing a gray Ninja Turtles shirt with pants and pink sandals when he was found. Got expired tags? Prepare to pay during this enforcement campaign this weekend Police said he was found near the 26000 block of East First Place.They do not know information about the boy, including his name, and said "he appears to be non-verbal."In the meantime, the boy is being cared for at a local hospital while they search for his parents or guardians. Police released a photo of the boy in hopes that someone will recognize him.If you have any information about the boy, the police ask that you call 911 or 303-627-3100.

Photos: Cleanup and repair after Highlands Ranch tornado

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:34:49 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Dozens of homes in Highlands Ranch were damaged by an EF1 tornado on Thursday, and by Friday repairs had begun across the area.SkyFOX flew along the tornado's 6.3-mile path that started around Lucent Boulevard and roughly followed Highlands Ranch Boulevard until about Quebec Street. Tornado in Highlands Ranch damages buildings, downs trees Aerial photos and videos show about a dozen homes with tarps covering roof damage, and several more homes with roof damage that has not been covered.From above you can also see many knocked down trees and fences.At one home, a trampoline had been flipped over onto a deck, and at another patio furniture remains strewn about the backyard.Insurance experts said it will likely be a few weeks before a damage assessment is completed, but analysis from FOX31's data desk shows that this will likely be in the top 10 for most expensive tornados in the state.

Where to drop off tree limbs from tornado damage

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:34:49 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- A destructive tornado blew through the metro area during a severe thunderstorm Thursday, and residents in Highlands Ranch are working to clean up the aftermath.Tree limbs and trampolines flew around, uprooted trees were on top of cars and blocking roads, and even roofing flew off of buildings and homes. WATCH: Homeowners clean up after Highlands Ranch tornado The tornado left behind a 6-mile trail of damage which is still being assessed by the Highlands Ranch Metro District.If you are volunteering a helping hand to the community or know someone who is, here are some important things to know about the ongoing cleanup efforts.Report damage concernsThe metro district is asking residents and locals to report damage to property as leaders assess the accumulated damage and work to provide resources to assist private property owners.They encouraged residents to contact their homeowner's insurance and said "Do not call the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office dispatch for tree...