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Red Sox eager to build momentum in opener vs. Pirates

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:55:07 GMT

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The Boston Red Sox will visit the Pittsburgh Pirates for the opener of a three-game series on Friday night, and both teams have rested bullpens and some much-needed momentum.

Boston ended a five-game losing streak with a 7-0 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on Thursday in the finale of a four-game set. The win allowed the Red Sox to avoid being swept in a series fo

MLB roundup: Pirates' Braxton Ashcraft goes distance, fans 10 Marlins

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 07:05:09 GMT

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Braxton Ashcraft pitched his first career complete game and struck out 10 batters as the Pittsburgh Pirates ended Miami's four-game winning streak by defeating the host Marlins 13-1 on Thursday afternoon.

Other than Owen Caissie's shutout-spoiling homer to lead off the ninth, Ashcraft (12-5) did not allow a runner past first base. He surrendered just three hits and on

Pirates turn to Braxton Ashcraft in quest to salvage finale vs. Marlins

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:40:28 GMT

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Pittsburgh's Braxton Ashcraft and Miami's Tyler Phillips have some things in common.

Both of them are right-handed starting pitchers who have spent loads of time as relievers.

On Thursday afternoon, they will be starters when Ashcraft (11-5, 4.08 ERA) and the Pirates visit Phillips (3-5, 3.47) and the Marlins to conclude a three-game series.

Ashcraft, 26,

US lawmaker's remarks on FCRA "political statement" by evangelical lobby: Senior Analyst Carlo Lombardi

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:33:35 GMT

Verona [Italy], August 12 (ANI): Senior Analyst and Advisor, India-Italy relations, Carlo Lombardi, pointed out that political commentary from a US lawmaker regarding India's Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) often aligns with domestic political interests rather than objective standards.

Speaking to ANI, Lombardi highlighted that statements opposing the FCRA regulations stem from 'Christian evangelical

US remarks on FCRA "political statement" by evangelical lobby: Senior Analyst Carlo Lombardi

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:32:47 GMT

Speaking to ANI, Lombardi highlighted that statements opposing the FCRA regulations stem from 'Christian evangelical

West Virginia work group: 'Brain drain' impacting state workforce

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 23:09:06 GMT

Participants in a program for young leaders across West Virginia say "brain drain" and the high cost of housing are affecting economic development and the number of young workers who choose to remain in the state.

According to the latest Census data, the state’s population has dipped by more than 24,000 people

Rookie Watch: Preseason check-in with 2026 class

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:24:00 GMT

Matt Citak

The wait is finally over, folks. The 2026 campaign officially kicks off this weekend.

The New York Giants will take the field at MetLife Stadium for the first time this season as they face the Minnesota Vikings in the preseason opener.

With nine home regular-season games this year, Saturday's matchup will be the Giants' lone home preseason game. They travel to Miami to take on the Dolphins

Jalon Daniels Beyond Excited for First NFL Game | Updates

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:05:00 GMT

Keep informed with our daily updates: News, notes and more throughout Training Camp and the Preseason

Scott Smith

Jalon Daniels#10 QBHeight: 6-1Weight: 219 lbsCollege: Kansas

August 12 Updates

The Buccaneers open their 2026 preseason on Friday night against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium, following a pair of joint practices for the two teams at the Jets' headquarters. For Bucca

Practice Report (8/11): Sideline observations

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:45:00 GMT

John Schmeelk

The Giants were back in shells for their 12th training camp practice on Tuesday in East Rutherford. Temperatures got up around 90 degrees under partly cloudy skies.

* Even though the team was in shells, they did work 9-on-7 early in practice, though it was not nearly as physical as the padded version. But it was still an opportunity to work on run fits on inside runs. Later in practice, they w

Cover 3: State of the Giants after two weeks of camp

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 14:49:15 GMT

byJohn Schmeelk,Dan Salomone&Matt Citak

The Giants.com crew members give their biggest takeaways from West Virginia as training camp shifts back to East Rutherford.

John Schmeelk:Heading into camp, we spoke about some of the major competitions that would be taking place that would help form the Giants' depth chart in 2026. One of the major competitions we have spoken ab