The Los Angeles Kings have activated winger Carl Grundström from long-term injured reserve ahead of Monday’s Game 1 of their first-round series against the Edmonton Oilers. Grundström’s return marks the first time this season that no Kings skaters are carrying an injury designation.
Nelly Korda has withdrawn from this week’s JM Eagle LA Championship after claiming her second major title and fifth straight victory in The Chevron Championship. Korda’s two-shot victory on Sunday saw her tie the record for most consecutive LPGA wins, with Nancy Lopez in 1978 and Annika Sorenstam (2004-05) the only other women to achieve the feat. In a statement published on the LPGA’s website, Korda wrote: “Wow! What a week. The win still hasn’t sunk in but I have truly been overwhelmed by all of the love and support I’ve received.”
LSU Tigers’ quarterback Jayden Daniels expresses his desire to provide for his parents while acknowledging the financial constraints of a rookie NFL contract. Despite the challenges, Daniels remains committed to supporting his family in any way possible.
VAR audio from Barcelona’s El Clasico defeat by Real Madrid has been released, revealing that officials had no clear evidence that Lamine Yamal’s controversial phantom goal crossed the line. Barcelona president Joan Laporta has refused to rule out requesting a replay and boss Xavi called the decision a ‘disgrace’.
The Oakland Athletics ended their eight-game losing streak Monday with a 2-0 victory over the New York Yankees in the Bronx. Zack Gelof hit a two-run homer off Victor González in the ninth inning, and Mason Miller recorded his fifth save of the season.
Jude Bellingham’s remarkable debut season at Real Madrid is on track to become one of the greatest ever. The 20-year-old has surpassed the impact of previous British signings David Beckham and Gareth Bale, earning the admiration of fans, teammates, and opponents alike. With his impressive goal-scoring feats, late-game heroics, and infectious energy, Bellingham has become the darling of the Bernabeu and a poster boy for La Liga.
Jones Knows provides his expert betting picks and analysis for the midweek Premier League fixtures, including Arsenal’s clash with Chelsea and Bournemouth’s high offside line.
Zack Gelof’s two-run home run in the ninth inning lifted the Oakland Athletics to a 2-0 victory over the New York Yankees on Monday. The win snapped Oakland’s eight-game losing streak at Yankee Stadium. JP Sears, acquired from the Yankees in 2022, limited his former team to three singles in six innings. Yankees starter Carlos Rodon also pitched seven innings, allowing only one hit. The game was marked by the bizarre early ejection of Yankees manager Aaron Boone by plate umpire Hunter Wendelstedt.
The Tampa Bay Rays have placed right-hander Pete Fairbanks on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to April 19, with a nerve-related issue. The move comes as a blow to the Rays, who are already dealing with several other injuries to their pitching staff. Fairbanks has been one of the better relievers in the league over the past few years, but he has struggled in 2024, allowing seven earned runs in his first seven innings.
Manchester United’s Under-18s face Manchester City in the Premier League Cup final on Tuesday night, and academy director Nick Cox is hoping for a big crowd to create a special atmosphere for the young players. Cox believes that the experience of playing in front of a large crowd will be invaluable for the players’ development, and he is grateful for the support that Erik ten Hag has given to the academy. Erik ten Hag has “been incredibly supportive of our program and our players,” said Cox. “He’s been really good at integrating the youth into the first team.” Cox cited Kobbie Mainoo as an example of the youth who had been given the chance to shine in the first team. “He’s been really well educated to deal with high-pressure situations as a youngster,” said Cox of Mainoo. “He’s played in Champions League games away in Turkey, he’s played at Wembley for England and he’s played at Old Trafford against Liverpool. “I think it’s no surprise that he’s been able to cope with those things at this age. He’s had a lot of experience playing in big games for our academy teams, and he’s also had the opportunity to train with the first team on a regular basis. That’s invaluable experience for a young player, and it’s helped him to develop into the player he is today.” Cox is hoping that more of United U18s can follow in Mainoo’s footsteps and break into the first team in the future. “We’ve got a great track record of doing that,” said Cox. “We’ve got a brilliant track record of boys in the first team, historically as well. That’s what will define us.”
