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USA Today
24-06-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
NFL analyst says Rams' Super Bowl window is ‘open but closing'
The Los Angeles Rams are making a push for Super Bowl contention after an offseason in which the team kept main contributors and moved on from aging veterans for flashy ones. Matthew Stafford, Alaric Jackson, Tutu Atwell and some defensive players are back, while Davante Adams joined in free agency. The team also added rookie tight end Terrance Ferguson, running back Jarquez Hunter and edge rusher Josaiah Stewart in the draft to beef up some areas of need. But is that enough for a Super Bowl push? The Score's Daniel Valente and Matthew Washington put each NFL team into tiers that describe their Super Bowl window, ranging from "wide open" to "there's no window." While the Rams were one score away from making the NFC title game in 2024, The Score put Rams in the "open but closing" tier. "Matthew Stafford has two years left on his deal," Valente and Washington wrote. "That's about the championship window for this Rams squad. Davante Adams inking a two-year contract is another sign that L.A. wants to maximize its chances before its franchise quarterback hangs it up." This makes sense on its surface, but only if you believe Sean McVay and Les Snead don't have a plan for the future. Stafford and Adams aren't going to be on the team forever, but all it takes is hitting on another quarterback for this team to go back to its contention roots. The next two years are where the Rams are looking right now, though, but there is likely still a plan for the future to keep this team's Super Bowl hopes alive for longer.
Yahoo
23-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Cubs Could Trade for Starting Pitching Way Before MLB Trade Deadline Hits
Cubs Could Trade for Starting Pitching Way Before MLB Trade Deadline Hits originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Chicago Cubs will be aggressive at this year's trade deadline, but they might not wait until then to make a big move. Advertisement Particularly with Justin Steele out for the season, the Cubs need another starting pitcher (or two) to solidify their very real chances of making a deep, October run. Shota Imanaga has been sidelined since early May with a hamstring injury, but he is expected to return to the team sometime next week. Still, it feels like a matter of when, not if, Chicago trades for another starting pitcher. Here is what Bruce Levine of 670 The Score had to say: When asked if Miami Marlins right-hander Sandy Alcántara was a potential option, Levine replied, 'No. More likely a guy that we can't all identify, but that's a good, young veteran pitcher.' Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell (11) walks to the mound to make a pitching change during the fifth inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Hartline-Imagn Images One possible non-Alcántara arm is his Marlins teammate, Edward Cabrera. At 27 years old, Cabrera fits Levine's 'young, veteran' label with 353 MLB innings under his belt. He has been solid this season, with a 3.81 ERA, a 3.90 FIP, and 63 strikeouts to 26 walks over 59 innings. Advertisement Cabrera will not be an unrestricted free agent until after the 2028 season and would provide the Cubs not only with another starting pitcher for this summer, but beyond. There is no telling how Steele will return from elbow surgery, and Jameson Taillon (33), Matthew Boyd (34), and Colin Rea (34) are not getting any younger. Since Cabrera represents more than a rental, Chicago would probably have to sacrifice a top-10 pitching prospect such as Brandon Birdsell (No. 7) or Jaxon Wiggins (No. 9). The Cubs also have young, righties in Cade Horton and Ben Brown, either of whom could move into a long relief role. Regardless of whether Cabrera is Chicago's target or not, it appears that a trade is coming sooner rather than later. Related: Cubs Reportedly Inquired With Red Sox About Rafael Devers Trade Related: Cubs 'Quietly Preparing' for Major Wrigley Field Announcement This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 23, 2025, where it first appeared.
Time of India
17-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Wrigley Field's $30M security plan sparks backlash ahead of MLB All-Star Game decision
Wrigley Field's $30M security plan sparks backlash ahead of MLB All-Star Game decision (Image via Getty) Big changes are coming to Wrigley Field, and they might lead to something even bigger for Chicago baseball fans. A proposal is moving forward that could change how fans walk around the ballpark — and maybe help the city win a huge baseball event. But nothing is official yet. Still, many signs are pointing toward one exciting announcement that fans have been waiting decades to hear. Wrigley Field's $30M safety project fuels controversy over MLB All-Star plans and security concerns On Monday, June 17, 2025, the Chicago City Council's Finance Committee gave full support to a plan that will improve safety and space around Wrigley Field. This comprises adding four feet of sidewalk on Addison Street and putting in fresh security bollards. These compact, robust posts guard huge crowds from cars or injuries close to the stadium. — 1realjerryriles (@1realjerryriles) The plan also settles a long-running land issue between the Chicago Cubs and the city. The team will move fencing along Waveland Avenue to make a nearby alleyway wider and easier to use. Chicago Alderman Bennett Lawson of the 44th Ward explained why these changes matter. 'The city saw the need to do our part, and the state, of course, to facilitate that,' he said at a press event in late May. Lawson believes the upgrades will help Chicago bring back a major baseball event that hasn't been held here since 1990 — the MLB All-Star Game. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Flexible Phone Plans for Small Biz Undo MLB All-Star game in 2027, Wrigley Field's chances just got better There are strong hints that these new safety changes are tied to the city's hopes of hosting the 2027 MLB All-Star Game. Although nothing has been made official, the Cubs reportedly are expected to secure the event, according to Bruce Levine of 670 The Score on June 13, 2025. But Cubs officials on Friday told The Chicago Tribune that no final decision had been reached. Also Read: Red Sox Slammed For Rafael Devers Trade After Zoom Call Turns Ugly Behind Scenes The last All-Star Game at Wrigley Field occurred July 10, 1990. That game ended well after midnight following a long rain delay. Since then, fans have been waiting for the game to return. The full plan will cost about $30 million. The state will pay $12 million, the city will pay up to $10 million, and the Cubs will pay $8 million and cover all future upkeep. If the City Council approves the final plan in the coming weeks, Major League Baseball could make an official announcement by mid-July, just in time for this year's All-Star break.
NBC Sports
04-06-2025
- Health
- NBC Sports
Bears S Jaquan Brisker hasn't considered retirement despite concussion history
Bears safety Jaquan Brisker has had a concussion in each of his first three NFL seasons, with the worst one coming last season. Despite that, Brisker said he has not considered retirement. He also does not plan to change his playing style. 'No, I'm not,' Brisker, 26, said Wednesday, via 670 The Score. 'I'm not. I'm good. I'm past that point. I'm really moving on. I'm just focused on playing ball. I'm going to continue to play the same way.' Brisker's most recent head injury occurred Oct. 6 against the Panthers. He did not play again, missing the final 12 games. He said he was feeling 'off' with dizziness and vertigo while in concussion protocol. So, the Bears sent him to the University of Pittsburgh to see a specialist, who diagnosed Brisker with a vestibular concussion. Brisker underwent physical therapy to re-train his nervous system. 'It was hard being away from football,' Brisker said. 'Especially week to week, it was kind of being sad and depressing, things like that. But I got over it. It's time to move on. I'm back now.' Brisker, a second-round pick of the Bears in 2022, has appeared in 35 games in his three seasons. He is entering the final year of his rookie contract.
Economic Times
03-06-2025
- General
- Economic Times
Kyle Tucker out as Chicago Cubs open series against Washington Nationals
The Chicago Cubs begin a three-game road series against the Washington Nationals without star outfielder Kyle Tucker, who continues to recover from a jammed finger. Cade Horton starts for Chicago, facing Nationals right-hander Trevor Williams. Key lineup adjustments include Seiya Suzuki moving up in the order and Justin Turner entering as designated hitter Chicago Cubs right fielder Seiya Suzuki moves up in the lineup as Kyle Tucker remains sidelined with a jammed finger (AP Photo/Erin Hooley) Kyle Tucker sits out as Cubs open series in Washington Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Cade Horton faces stronger offensive test in start for Cubs Cubs vs Nationals game information, injuries, and forecast The Chicago Cubs will start their road series against the Washington Nationals without outfielder Kyle Tucker, who remains sidelined with a jammed finger sustained during Sunday's game, June 1. Tucker is not in the lineup for Tuesday's opener as he continues to recover. In his absence, Seiya Suzuki will shift to right field and move up in the batting Cubs' starting lineup for the opener is as follows:Ian Happ, LFSeiya Suzuki, RFPete Crow-Armstrong, CFAlso read: Fantasy Baseball week 11 waiver targets: Jac Caglianone leads top pickups as Bubba Chandler, Eury Perez await MLB impact Carson Kelly, CMichael Busch, 1BDansby Swanson, SSNico Hoerner, 2BJustin Turner, DHMatt Shaw, 3BJustin Turner, who has a career 0-for-5 record with three strikeouts against Nationals starter Trevor Williams, will serve as designated hitter. Chicago will look to manage this stretch carefully, as Tuesday marks the beginning of a 13-game stretch without a scheduled read: Following success of MLB's big-spenders, smaller market teams try to counter amid RSN uncertainty Right-hander Cade Horton is set to start for the Cubs after delivering a career-best outing against the Colorado Rockies. Horton pitched six innings, allowing just two runs while striking out six and walking one. The Nationals, however, present a more formidable offensive challenge, with a team 104 wRC+ against right-handed pitching, compared to the Rockies' 68 wRC+, currently the lowest in Major League Washington Nationals will counter with right-hander Trevor Williams. Despite a high earned run average of 5.69, Williams holds an expected ERA of 3.83, reflecting better underlying performance. He has demonstrated effectiveness in limiting hard contact and issuing few walks. However, left-handed hitters have excelled against him, posting a .354/.396/.546 slash line this game between the Chicago Cubs (37–22) and the Washington Nationals (28–31) is scheduled for 5:45 p.m. CT and will be broadcast on Marquee Sports Network and 670 The Score. The game will be played at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C., where temperatures are forecasted to be 83°F with weak wind blowing out, not expected to significantly affect read: Pete Rose's Hall of Fame hopes resurrected after death as MLB ban scrapped Chicago Cubs Injuries:Miguel Amaya, CShota Imanaga, SPPorter Hodge, RPJavier Assad, SPTyson Miller, RPEli Morgan, RPJustin Steele, SPWashington Nationals Injuries:Paul DeJong, 3BJacob Young, OFDylan Crews, OFDerek Law, RPOrlando Ribalta, RPMason Thompson, RPJosiah Gray, SPDJ Herz, SPThe Nationals' lineup for Tuesday features:CJ Abrams, SSJames Wood, LFNathaniel Lowe, 1BLuis Garcia Jr., 2BJosh Bell, DHRobert Hassell III, CFKeibert Ruiz, CJose Tena, 3BDaylen Lile, RF
