ESPN update to Michael Pennel Jr. story - ESPN
On June 18, 2026, ESPN published a story about Michael Pennel Jr. and an investigation into the death of a woman in the Dominican Republic who disappeared on September 5, 2021.
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Diamondbacks moving Marte to 10-day IL after strange absence - ESPN
PHOENIX — Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte will be transferred to the 10-day injured list from the restricted list, three days after he failed to show up for a game in Boston.
Ketel Marte back in Phoenix after no-show for knee testing - ESPN
BOSTON — Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo said he has been told that Ketel Marte traveled back to Phoenix for tests on his left knee and was a bit surprised at the lack of communication with the All-Star second baseman.
Diamondbacks put Ketel Marte on restricted list after no-show - ESPN
BOSTON — The Arizona Diamondbacks placed Ketel Marte on the restricted list after the All-Star infielder failed to show up for Monday night's game against Boston.
Ex-MLB pitcher gives his take on Mets reliever Jefry Yan's wild strikeout split celebration
Former major league pitcher Collin Balester discusses his take on Mets pitcher Jefry Yan's wild strikeout celebration that has been raising eyebrows around baseball.
Jays trade 3 prospects to land Los Angeles Angels pitcher Jose Soriano
The Toronto Blue Jays have acquired right-handed pitcher Jose Soriano from the Los Angeles Angeles in exchange for infielder Arjun Nimmala, outfielder Eddie Micheletti Jr., and right-handed pitcher Angel Rivero.
American guard Davion Mintz joins Dubai Basketball from Germany’s Wurzburg Baskets
DUBAI: American guard Davion Mintz becomes the latest addition to Dubai Basketball for the 2026-27 season, joining the team from Wurzburg Baskets in Germany on a multi-year deal.
MLB players, owners at odds over potential Olympic participation, including punishment for declining: report
Paul Skenes stops by the MLB on FOX set pregame to discuss the impact of playing for the United States ahead of the World Baseball Classic final vs. Venezuela and the energy in the locker room, including sporting Team USA Hockey jerseys pregame.
Padres' De Vries, Rays' Flewelling star in MLB Futures Game - ESPN
PHILADELPHIA — Leo De Vries was given a nickname back home in the Dominican Republic as he developed into the top international amateur player of the 2024 class: El Mutante. The name stuck, and he had a jeweler make him a custom pendant once he signed with the San Diego Padres for $4.2 million in 2024.