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Right-hander Zach Plesac and Los Angeles Angels finalize $1 million, 1-year contract

Published Mon, 25 Nov 2024 05:57:24 GMT

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Right-hander Zach Plesac and the Los Angeles Angels finalized a $1 million, one-year contract on Saturday.The 28-year-old was 1-1 with a 7.59 ERA in five starts for Cleveland last season, then was designated for assignment on June 4 and assigned outright to Triple-A Columbus a week later. He went 5-6 with a 6.08 ERA in 18 starts and one relief appearance for the Clippers.Plesac, a nephew of former big league pitcher Dan Plesac, was 26-27 with a 4.20 ERA in 83 starts and one relief appearance for Cleveland from 2019-23.To open a roster spot, the Angels assigned left-hander Adam Kolarek outright to Triple-A Salt Lake.___AP MLB: https://apnews.com/hub/mlbSource

Dolphins activate LB Jerome Baker from IR, place Bradley Chubb on season-ending IR with ACL tear

Published Mon, 25 Nov 2024 05:57:24 GMT

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — The Miami Dolphins activated starting linebacker Jerome Baker from injured reserve on Saturday and placed edge rusher Bradley Chubb on season-ending IR with a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee.Baker missed the past four games because of a knee injury, but his activation clears the way for him to return for Sunday night’s matchup against Buffalo that will decide the AFC East. He was limited in practice all week and is questionable entering the game.Chubb got hurt in the final minutes of a 56-19 blowout loss at Baltimore in Week 17. Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel said Friday that Chubb has had surgery and has a “long road” ahead of him.Also Saturday, Miami elevated cornerback Ethan Bonner and linebacker Melvin Ingram to the active roster for Sunday’s game. Veteran cornerback Xavien Howard has already been ruled out.___AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/NFLSource

Moore scores 22 in Drexel’s 77-55 win over William & Mary

Published Mon, 25 Nov 2024 05:57:24 GMT

WILLIAMSBURG, Va. (AP) — Justin Moore’s 22 points helped Drexel defeat William & Mary 77-55 on Saturday.Moore shot 9 for 15, including 4 for 6 from beyond the arc for the Dragons (10-6, 3-0 Coastal Athletic Association). Luke House was 5 of 9 shooting (1 for 3 from 3-point range) to add 11 points. Garfield Turner had 10 points and shot 3 of 9 from the field and 4 for 7 from the line.The Tribe (6-9, 1-1) were led by Trey Moss, who recorded 22 points and two steals. Matteus Case added 12 points and six rebounds for William & Mary. Gabe Dorsey also recorded seven points.___The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.Source

No. 25 Auburn uses balanced offense to beat Arkansas 83-51

Published Mon, 25 Nov 2024 05:57:24 GMT

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (AP) — Chad Baker-Mazara scored 16 points to lead four Auburn players in double figures and the No. 25 Tigers rolled to an 83-51 win over Arkansas on Saturday in the SEC opener for both teams.Baker-Mazara, Jaylin Williams and Johni Broome scored every point in Auburn’s 13-2 run to start the second half. Arkansas needed 6:30 to make its first field goal after the break, but by that point trailed by 18, thanks to the Tigers’ three double-figure scorers.Broome, a preseason All-SEC forward, scored all of his 14 points in the second half. Williams and Tre Donaldson added another 11 apiece for the Tigers (12-2, 1-0 Southeastern Conference).Arkansas’ loss is the worst in the history of Bud Walton Arena, a building opened in 1993. Auburn coach Bruce Pearl grinned when told after the game.“That history does matter,” Pearl said. “Really interesting about the Arkansas fans, they’re loyal to the Hogs. They also know their basketball. I think in some ways they saw some g...

Rubio scores 18 to lead Central Michigan to 71-65 victory over Ball State

Published Mon, 25 Nov 2024 05:57:24 GMT

MUNCIE, Ind. (AP) — Aidan Rubio’s 18 points helped Central Michigan defeat Ball State 71-65 on Saturday.Rubio shot 6 for 9, including 4 for 6 from beyond the arc for the Chippewas (6-8, 1-1 Mid-American Conference). Anthony Pritchard added 15 points while going 5 of 9 and 4 of 5 from the free throw line, and they also had five rebounds and six assists. Derrick Butler was 4 of 7 shooting, including 2 for 3 from 3-point range, and went 4 for 5 from the line to finish with 14 points.Davion Bailey finished with 21 points for the Cardinals (8-6, 0-2). Basheer Jihad added 16 points and 11 rebounds for Ball State. In addition, Jalin Anderson finished with 11 points and four assists.___The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.Source

Bicyclist struck in NW Miami-Dade; victim’s condition unknown

Published Mon, 25 Nov 2024 05:57:24 GMT

Police are investigating after a bicyclist was struck in Northwest Miami-Dade.Miami-Dade Police and Fire Rescue responded to reports of a pedestrian hit in the area of Northwest 95th Terrace and 30th Avenue, at around 2 p.m., Saturday.The victim collided with a white van.7News cameras captured the cyclist’s personal items like bloody clothes and the damaged bike at the scene. The van involved was seen with hood damage.As of Saturday evening, the victim’s condition is unknown.

Video shows funnel cloud in downtown Fort Lauderdale; tornado warning allowed to expire

Published Mon, 25 Nov 2024 05:57:24 GMT

A funnel cloud in downtown Fort Lauderdale was recorded by multiple witnesses amid unconfirmed reports of a tornado touchdown.Cellphone video recorded late Saturday afternoon captured the funnel cloud wreaking havoc near Las Olas Circle, as it appeared to jump over condominium buildings.An apparent blast and flames could also be seen in the video clips.https://twitter.com/PhilFerro7/status/1743777525388431753?s=20The heart-stopping footage comes as a tornado warning for a section of Southeastern Broward County was allowed to expire.The warning extended south of the downtown Fort Lauderdale area, near Port Everglades, and it remained in effect until 6 p.m.Officials urged people to seek shelter in a sturdy building.Remember, if you see news happening and can do so safely, take a picture or shoot video and send it to: [email protected] check back on WSVN.com and 7News for more details on this developing story.

Charles Michel to run for EU election, triggering top job scramble

Published Mon, 25 Nov 2024 05:57:24 GMT

European Council President Charles Michel will run as a candidate for the European parliamentary election in June, he told three Belgian media outlets. A spokesperson for Michel confirmed the announcement to POLITICO.Michel plans to take up his seat in the European Parliament mid-July if he’s elected, meaning EU leaders will have to agree quickly on a successor for his vacated Council post. If they don’t, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, whose country will take over the rotating presidency of the Council of the EU in July, would lead the meetings — a broker-role normally undertaken by the European Council president. That scenario — an unchecked Orbán ruling the Council roost for the six months directly after the 2024 European election — is one most of the other 26 leaders of EU countries would be desperate to avoid, given escalating tensions between them and Orbán, for example over the Union’s support for Ukraine and Hungary’s rule of law infractions.It...

Flakes begin to fly as region braces for first major snowstorm

Published Mon, 25 Nov 2024 05:57:24 GMT

(WHDH) — The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning ahead of expected heavy snow this weekend and residents in some communities were out making last-minute purchases as the flakes began to fly Saturday night.The storm is expected to continue overnight and through much of the day Sunday before winding down and pulling out of the region. It is forecast to be a largely all-snow event north and west of Route 128, with a mix of rain and snow to the east and south. A flash freeze is then possible Sunday afternoon as temperatures are forecast to plummet. When all is said and done, areas including the South Coast, South Shore, Cape Cod and could receive between 1 and 3 inches of snow. Boston could get 3 to 4 inches.Snow totals are expected to climb further east, with 6 to 9 inches of snow possible between Route 128 and I-495.Areas around Worcester, Fitchburg and southern New Hampshire could see anywhere from 9 to 12 inches of snow.Snow and resulting travel disrupti...

Patriots place Hunter Henry on IR in series of roster moves

Published Mon, 25 Nov 2024 05:57:24 GMT

Patriots tight end Hunter Henry will end the season on injured reserve.The Patriots’ starter injured his knee in Week 15 and hasn’t played since the team’s loss to the Chiefs. Including Sunday’s game against the Jets, these are the first three games Henry will miss since signing with the Patriots in 2021.Related ArticlesNew England Patriots | Patriots mailbag: How would offense look if Bill Belichick got his way? New England Patriots | Four Patriots players who deserve a longer look in season finale New England Patriots | Patriots-Jets preview: What to watch for in Belichick’s possible last NE game New England Patriots | NFL notes: How Matthew Slater’s passionate speeches helped keep the Patriots together New England Patriots | Patriots-Jets injury report: Hunter Henry out, 12 other Patriots questionable The Patriots signed tight end La’Michael Pettway from their...