Delhi Capitals captain Rishabh Pant has emerged as a strong contender for a spot in India’s T20 World Cup squad, showcasing impressive performances as both a batter and wicketkeeper. Despite missing 14 months of action due to a car crash, Pant has returned in fine form, leading his team in runs scored and receiving praise from head coach Ricky Ponting, who believes his absence from the national team squad would be a significant loss.
The Houston Texans have signed free agent linebacker Jacob Phillips to a one-year deal. Phillips, 25, worked out for the Texans earlier Monday and has been plagued by injuries throughout his career.
Lewis Hamilton’s discontent with Mercedes’ poor performance has dissipated this season, as he now focuses on his upcoming move to Ferrari. Toto Wolff attributes this shift to Hamilton’s belief that his future beyond Mercedes is secure. While Mercedes continues to struggle, Ferrari has shown promise, which may explain Hamilton’s eagerness to make the switch.
Hosts Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins dive into the latest celebrity headlines on this week’s episode of Jam Session. From Taylor Swift’s latest album release to Victoria Beckham’s star-studded birthday bash, they cover the hottest topics in entertainment.
The Kansas City Chiefs have extended contracts for head coach Andy Reid, general manager Brett Veach, and team president Mark Donovan, ensuring their leadership for years to come. Reid has become the NFL’s highest-paid coach, with his deal lasting through 2029. The contracts demonstrate the Chiefs’ commitment to their championship core, as they aim for a three-peat.
The Atlanta Falcons may be targeting a wide receiver with their 8th overall pick in the upcoming NFL Draft. Yahoo! Sports’ Nate Tice has the Falcons selecting LSU wideout Brian Thomas, despite the team’s need for a pass rusher. Thomas has the potential to excel on the outside, complementing Darnell Mooney and Rondale Moore. While a receiver may not seem like the most pressing need, the Falcons could prioritize adding another offensive weapon to their already-impressive lineup.
USC men’s basketball coach Eric Musselman has taken a step towards building the program’s future with the commitment of Isaiah Elohim, a highly touted high school prospect from Sierra Canyon High. Elohim, a 6-foot-5 guard, is considered one of the best prospects in California in the class of 2024. He joins a roster that includes only two returning players from last season, Harrison Hornery and Brandon Gardner. In addition to Elohim’s commitment, Musselman has also added several intriguing mid-major transfers, including Josh Cohen, Sr. from UMass, Clark Slajchert, Sr. from Penn, Bryce Pope, Sr. from UC San Diego, Saint Thomas, Jr. from Northern Colorado, Matt Knowling, Sr. from Yale, and Rashaun Agee, Sr. from Bowling Green.
The Kansas City Chiefs have extended the contracts of head coach Andy Reid, general manager Brett Veach, and team president Mark Donovan for the long term. The trio has been together since 2017, and under their leadership, the Chiefs have won three Super Bowls and seven consecutive AFC West division titles.
The Colorado Avalanche have recalled goaltender Ivan Prosvetov from the Colorado Eagles of the AHL, while Arvid Holm has been reassigned to the Eagles. Prosvetov has been impressive for the AHL team, earning wins in his first eight starts and posting two shutouts. This recall comes at a crucial time, as Alexandar Georgiev struggled in Game 1 against the Winnipeg Jets on Sunday and Justus Annunen is dealing with an illness.
Mikael Granlund, traded to the San Jose Sharks after a disappointing stint with the Pittsburgh Penguins, had a resurgence in his career. The 32-year-old led the Sharks in assists (48) and points (60) in 69 games, his fourth time reaching the 60-point mark. Granlund also provided invaluable mentorship and experience for the team’s young players.
