Paul Skenes tops 200 K's, throws 64 pitches in Pirates' loss - ESPN
BALTIMORE — After surpassing 200 strikeouts for the first time in his career, Pirates ace Paul Skenes admitted it was good to get a breather.
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World Cup ticket draw off to frustrating start, but plenty of time left in pre-sale
It was clear would-be ticket-buyers were going to need a big dose of luck to be successful in FIFA's 2026 World Cup lottery. Day 1 of the Visa pre-sale showed plenty of patience was needed as well.
Edman returns for Dodgers, but Smith scratched due to hand - ESPN
LOS ANGELES — Tommy Edman returned from the injured list Wednesday, making the Los Angeles Dodgers' starting lineup whole for the first time in a while. And then, no more than 15 minutes before the first pitch against the last-place Colorado Rockies, Will Smith's right hand once again swelled up, prompting Ben Rortvedt to scramble to take his place behind the plate.
Argentina make three changes for Wallabies clash in Sydney
MELBOURNE :Argentina coach Felipe Contepomi has recalled winger Rodrigo Isgro among three changes to his starting side while tweaking his back row as the Pumas look to turn the tables on Australia in the Rugby Championship on Saturday.
South Africa beat England by 14 runs in five-over contest
CARDIFF : Marco Jansen returned from injury to take two wickets as South Africa defeated England by 14 runs in the first Twenty20 International of a three-match series that was reduced to five overs in a wet Cardiff on Wednesday.
Vuelta cuts short time trial stage over safety concerns
The Vuelta a Espana has decided to shorten Thursday's individual time trial stage in an effort to avoid further disruptions to the race by pro-Palestinian protesters, organisers said on Wednesday.
'Back to health' Dodgers mull options with Edman's return - ESPN
LOS ANGELES — Tommy Edman came off the injured list and started in center field Wednesday, providing a glimpse at what the Los Angeles Dodgers' alignment might look like at full strength.
Germany fends off Luka's 39 to oust Slovenia in EuroBasket quarterfinal - ESPN
RIGA, Latvia — Luka Doncic's 39 points were not enough for Slovenia as it lost 99-91 to Germany in a thrilling EuroBasket quarterfinal on Wednesday.