Toronto Blue Jays right-hander José Berríos will visit Dr. Keith Meister on Tuesday to have his r...

Toronto Blue Jays right-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4769" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4769">José Berríos</a> will visit Dr. Keith Meister on Tuesday to have his right elbow inflammation evaluated, manager John Schneider said Friday, according to <a href="https://x.com/KeeganMatheson/status/2032472537402065165">MLB.com's Keegan Matheson</a>.Berríos recently underwent an MRI, which revealed the inflammation. He wasn't permitted to pitch in the World Baseball Classic for Puerto Rico as a result of his insurance being denied.While the severity of Berríos' inflammation is currently unknown, Schneider <a href="https://x.com/KeeganMatheson/status/2032112124139618559">said</a> Thursday the right-hander feels good and plans to continue throwing.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Elbow inflammation sidelined Berríos near the end of the 2025 campaign and forced him to miss the entire postseason. However, this recent bout of inflammation is "different," according to Schneider.Before last season, the 31-year-old was typically one of the more durable starters in baseball, as he'd made a full campaign's worth of starts in every season since 2018.If Berríos begins the season on the injured list, he'll join fellow starter <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9542" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9542">Shane Bieber</a>. Toronto's other starting options include <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/3634" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/3634">Kevin Gausman</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8145" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8145">Dylan Cease</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8204" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8204">Cody Ponce</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/20109" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/20109">Trey Yesavage</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8244" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8244">Eric Lauer</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/633" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/633">Max Scherzer</a>.

TORONTO, ON - JUNE 05: Jose Berrios #17 of the Toronto Blue Jays delivers a pitch during a game against the Baltimore Orioles at Rogers Centre on June 5, 2024 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

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Team USA manager Mark DeRosa responded to widespread criticism for managing a pool play loss to Italy as if the Americans had already clinched a spot in the quarterfinals of the World Baseball Classic."I think there's a couple false narratives out there," DeRosa said Thursday after Italy's pool play win over Mexico ensured the United States would advance to the next round, according to <a href="https://x.com/SNYtv/status/2032146462600032271">SNY</a>."I was well aware that we had to win that game based on all the scenarios that could take place."<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Italy defeated Team USA 8-6 on Tuesday in one of the most stunning upsets in WBC history. The Italians capitalized on DeRosa's lax approach, which included going to <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5350" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5350">Ryan Yarbrough</a> as his first reliever out of the bullpen and warming up <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///wbc/players/945" href="https://thescore.com/wbc/players/945">Clayton Kershaw</a> late while facing a deficit. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/1688" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/1688">Bryce Harper</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5367" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5367">Alex Bregman</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/10827" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/10827">Cal Raleigh</a> didn't start the game.Afterward, DeRosa <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3497008" href="https://thescore.com/news/3497008">acknowledged</a> that he "completely misread the calculations," seeming to realize that Team USA wasn't guaranteed a spot in the quarterfinals. The loss meant that Wednesday's game between Italy and Mexico decided the Americans' fate.DeRosa's comments, paired with his decision-making against Italy, led to sharp criticism of his managerial abilities.<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Someone on Team USA's coaching staff needed to speak up after Mark DeRosa misspoke. "I'm going to put it on every one of those coaches," says <a href="https://twitter.com/ErikKratz31?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ErikKratz31</a>. <a href="https://t.co/BvGTfc37hx">pic.twitter.com/BvGTfc37hx</a>— Foul Territory (@FoulTerritoryTV) <a href="https://twitter.com/FoulTerritoryTV/status/2031755777837244461?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 11, 2026</a>
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HOUSTON, TEXAS - MARCH 05: Manager Mark DeRosa #9 of Team USA talks to media during 2026 World Baseball Classic Pool B Workouts at Daikin Park on March 05, 2026 in Houston, Texas.

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An <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4773" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4773">Aaron Judge</a> one-of-one autographed baseball card recently sold for $5.2 million, setting a modern-era record, according to <a href="https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48182377/aaron-judge-1-1-card-sells-52m-modern-day-record">ESPN's Dan Hajducky</a>.The autographed 2013 Bowman Chrome Draft Superfractor of the New York Yankees captain eclipsed the previous $3.936-million record for a modern-era card. That was set in 2020 by a signed 2009 Bowman Chrome Draft Prospects Superfractor of <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/1674" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/1674">Mike Trout</a>.The Judge sale is tied for the seventh-most-expensive sports card sale ever, according to Card Ladder.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>This one-of-a-kind Judge card also sold for $324,000 in 2022 and was purchased for $157,200 in 2020.The card's new owner asked to remain anonymous.

UNITED STATES - MARCH 11: Topps baseball cards featuring the Yankees' Aaron Judge, are seen during the Washington Nationals media preview day at Nationals Park on Friday, March 21, 2025. (Tom Williams/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty Images)

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Chicago White Sox catcher <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/17345" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/17345">Kyle Teel</a> is expected to miss four-to-six weeks with a right hamstring strain sustained while playing for Team Italy at the World Baseball Classic, reports <a href="https://x.com/scottmerkin/status/2031802895612694715">MLB.com's Scott Merkin</a>.Teel injured his hamstring legging out a double in the sixth inning of Italy's 8-6 upset win over the United States on Tuesday.<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
White Sox and Team Italy catcher Kyle Teel is leaving with an injury. You could see him in pain just after he rounded first base <a href="https://t.co/wOXUqINGgA">pic.twitter.com/wOXUqINGgA</a>— Talkin' Baseball (@TalkinBaseball_) <a href="https://twitter.com/TalkinBaseball_/status/2031562728024752199?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 11, 2026</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>Teel, who also homered in the second inning, will be replaced by Boston Red Sox utility player <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/15575" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/15575">Mickey Gasper</a> on Italy's roster, according to <a href="https://x.com/bradfo/status/2031771945495105549">Audacy Sports' Rob Bradford</a>.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Teel, 24, was in line to be the White Sox starting catcher to open the 2026 campaign.

HOUSTON, TEXAS - MARCH 10: Kyle Teel #3 of Italy is escorted off the field after being injured running to second base in the sixth inning during the World Baseball Classic Pool B game between Italy and the United States at Daikin Park on March 10, 2026 in Houston, Texas.

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Houston Astros closer <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5307" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5307">Josh Hader</a> will miss Opening Day and begin the regular season on the injured list, manager Joe Espada said Wednesday, according to <a href="https://x.com/matthewkawahara/status/2031726030000476300">the Houston Chronicle's Matt Kawahara</a>.Hader threw a bullpen session Tuesday and <a href="https://x.com/matthewkawahara/status/2031420861639544915?s=20">said</a> he "felt really good." But his timeline for a proper buildup will carry his recovery from biceps tendinitis past the start of the season."For me, it's more of just seeing how my body responds on everything," Hader said on Feb. 11 after the Astros announced he was a few weeks behind schedule in his recovery, according to <a href="https://www.mlb.com/news/josh-hader-biceps-tendinitis-2026-spring-training">MLB.com's Brian McTaggart</a>. "If I started setting a (timetable), I don't want to get to the point where I'm going to be rushing it and something long-term happens, which I don't think it will. Sometimes you've got to be cautious with that."<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The 31-year-old left-hander missed the final two months of the 2025 campaign with a left shoulder capsule strain. He logged a 2.05 ERA and 13.0 K/9 with 28 saves in 52 2/3 innings during the season.Houston will likely turn to <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/10590" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/10590">Bryan Abreu</a> in the ninth inning with Hader sidelined.

HOUSTON, TEXAS - JUNE 15: Josh Hader #71 of the Houston Astros looks on between pitches in the tenth inning during a game against the Minnesota Twins at Daikin Park on June 15, 2025 in Houston, Texas.

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The Washington Commanders agreed to a one-year, $12-million deal with pass-rusher <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/115108" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/115108">K'Lavon Chaisson</a>, sources told <a href="https://x.com/RapSheet/status/2031713523558965248">NFL Network's Ian Rapoport</a>.The 26-year-old appeared in 16 games for the New England Patriots last season, recording 7.5 sacks and 18 quarterback hits. Chaisson was a first-round pick (20th overall) of the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2020. He spent four seasons with the Jags before joining the Las Vegas Raiders and Patriots for one year apiece. He's amassed 17.5 sacks and 136 combined tackles throughout his career.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>In addition to Chaisson, the Commanders signed fellow pass-rusher <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/161657" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/161657">Odafe Oweh</a> to a four-year, $100-million deal Monday.

FOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS - JANUARY 11: Milton Williams #97 and K’Lavon Chaisson #44 of the New England Patriots react after a play during the second quarter of an AFC wild card playoff football game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Gillette Stadium on January 11, 2026 in Foxborough, Massachusetts.

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Detroit Tigers ace <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/11799" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/11799">Tarik Skubal</a> decided not to continue pitching for the United States at the World Baseball ClassicSkubal will leave the tournament following Monday's game against Mexico and return to spring training. He said factors such as routine, timing, and making sure he's ready for Opening Day played into the decision. "It's hard. It's really hard," Skubal said, according to <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7102262/2026/03/09/tarik-skubal-world-baseball-classic-detroit-tigers-usa/">Chandler Rome of The Athletic</a>. "I've been trying to make it work - I promise I have. I love America. I love our country and love everything this tournament is about. I'll be the first to sign up for the '28 Olympics if they want to have me and we figure out the timing of it."<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The 29-year-old initially planned to make just one start for the U.S., but the two-time Cy Young winner said he <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3494701" href="https://thescore.com/news/3494701">needed time</a> to mull over his decision after he pitched against Great Britain in pool play Saturday. The left-hander allowed one earned run on two hits with zero walks and five strikeouts on 41 pitches across three innings.Skubal added his WBC experience exceeded all of his expectations."I just assumed it would be an All-Star Game type of vibe and it's absolutely not," Skubal said. "It couldn't be farther from that. I feel like I know these guys and I've known them for a week. Spending a week with these guys (it) feels like I've been teammates with them for a very long time. "There's no ego in the clubhouse and everyone has one goal of trying to win. I didn't expect that, I guess. I totally misread how I would feel."Skubal, who will make $32 million this year, can test free agency after the 2026 season. He's set to be the best player available and is expected to land the largest contract for a pitcher in MLB history.Team USA's rotation still includes <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/17521" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/17521">Paul Skenes</a>, who said he's willing to make multiple WBC starts, as well as <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/10606" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/10606">Logan Webb</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/20104" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/20104">Nolan McLean</a>.

HOUSTON, TEXAS - MARCH 7: Tarik Skubal #27 of the United States (L) and Pitching Coach Andy Pettitte walk to the bullpen before a World Baseball Classic Pool B game between Great Britain and the United States at Daikin Park on March 7, 2026 in Houston, Texas.

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The San Francisco Giants re-signed left-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9603" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9603">Joey Lucchesi</a> to a minor-league deal with an invitation to big-league spring training, reports <a href="https://x.com/JonHeyman/status/2031042901078139048">Jon Heyman of the New York Post</a>.The southpaw will earn $1.55 million in the majors and could make $300,000 more through incentives, Heyman <a href="https://x.com/JonHeyman/status/2031043615774908780">adds</a>.Lucchesi appeared in 38 games for the Giants last season, authoring a 3.76 ERA and 3.97 FIP in 38 1/3 innings.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The converted starter held lefties to a .598 OPS out of the Giants' bullpen, which was a strength for the club in 2025.San Francisco is projected to begin the regular season with two other lefties - <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12806" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12806">Erik Miller</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/14357" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/14357">Matt Gage</a> - in the bullpen.Lucchesi has pitched 433 big-league innings across seven seasons with the Giants, San Diego Padres, and New York Mets.

LOS ANGELES, CA - SEPTEMBER 21: Joey Lucchesi #57 of the San Francisco Giants looks on after pitching during the game between the San Francisco Giants and the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium on Sunday, September 21, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.

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Former MMA heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou will make his highly anticipated return to mixed martial arts on May 16 as part of MVP's inaugural card headlined by Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano.Ngannou will square off against Brazil's Philipe Lins at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, with the event being streamed worldwide on Netflix.The fight will be a professionally sanctioned heavyweight MMA bout consisting of five rounds that are five minutes each, with the fighters using 4-ounce gloves inside a hexagon cage, according to an MVP press release.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>"While the world was busy talking, I was busy evolving," Ngannou said. "Silence shouldn't be mistaken for absence - it's the sound of a predator closing the distance. Stepping back into the cage isn't just a return; it's a reclamation. My return to MMA demanded a stage that matched the scale of my ambition, and partnering with MVP to bring this event to Netflix ensures the entire world is watching. I am ready for this new chapter, and I cannot wait to entertain my fans again and remind the world exactly who I am and what I am capable of delivering on a highest stage."Ngannou, widely regarded as one of the most destructive power punchers in UFC history, enters the bout with a professional MMA record of 18-3. Lins last fought in the UFC on March 9, 2024, defeating Ion Cutelaba by unanimous decision. The Brazilian owns an 18-5 professional MMA record.The fight will be Ngannou's first since his contract with the Professional Fighters League expired on March 6.

ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 22: Francis Ngannou of Cameroon looks on against Ciryl Gane of France in their heavyweight title fight during the UFC 270 event at Honda Center on January 22, 2022 in Anaheim, California.

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The Washington Nationals agreed to a one-year, $7-million deal with right-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9731" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9731">Zack Littell</a>.The 30-year-old receives a $3 million salary as part of a deal that includes a $12 million mutual option with a $4 million buyout.Littell made 32 starts for the Tampa Bay Rays and Cincinnati Reds last season, authoring a 3.81 ERA and 1.10 WHIP in 186 2/3 innings.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The signing would give the Nationals another veteran arm in their rotation alongside <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/3069" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/3069">Miles Mikolas</a>, whom Washington signed as a free agent in February.The Nationals' projected rotation is expected to include Mikolas, Littell, and some combination of <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12398" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12398">Cade Cavalli</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/18810" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/18810">Brad Lord</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12493" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12493">Josiah Gray</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8181" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8181">Foster Griffin</a>.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 01: Zack Littell #52 of the Cincinnati Reds pitches against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the first inning of game two of National League Wild Card Series at Dodger Stadium on October 01, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.

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<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/11799" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/11799">Tarik Skubal</a> is rethinking his pitching plans for the World Baseball Classic after the United States initially expected the back-to-back AL Cy Young winner to make one start before returning to the Detroit Tigers' spring camp."I didn't expect these types of emotions to run through my brain or my thoughts to differ," Skubal said after throwing three innings in the USA's 9-1 victory over Great Britain on Saturday, according to <a href="https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48142326/tarik-skubal-mulls-changing-wbc-plan-hard-walk-away">ESPN</a>. "I was pretty committed to making a start and getting back to camp."Things have changed, obviously. That's why I'm going to have some conversations and try to figure out a plan for me. But yeah, I don't know either way."<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Skubal is entering the final year of his contract with Detroit before hitting free agency. He said he would discuss a plan with the Tigers and his agent, Scott Boras, before deciding his next steps.The 29-year-old added that it would be "hard to walk away" from the WBC atmosphere and the opportunity to continue playing for his country."One of the tougher decisions I've made in my career so far," he said.

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Kings guard <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/347" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/347">Russell Westbrook</a> was fed up with team reporters following Sacramento's 50th loss on Thursday, candidly calling out several individuals during his postgame press conference."Go out and compete. ... What do y'all think, though? Because you've all got a lot of answers and always be talking," Westbrook said when asked what the Kings can accomplish to close out the season.<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Russell Westbrook decided to go at the media tonight in postgame. <a href="https://t.co/UOgmGhV5OH">pic.twitter.com/UOgmGhV5OH</a>— James Ham (@James_HamNBA) <a href="https://twitter.com/James_HamNBA/status/2029797430053720162?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 6, 2026</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>The former MVP continued by questioning the reporters' criticism of the team and players, adding that he believes their commentary often lacks proper context.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>"Your job is to talk about the game, what's happening in the game," Westbrook said. "Not stir up a bunch of ... stuff that is not accurate.""You guys are making false comments about our team and what we're doing here, and I don't appreciate that."Westbrook joined the Kings ahead of the season to provide additional veteran support, following two disappointing seasons after Sacramento's 48-win campaign in 2022-23. The 37-year-old has averaged 15.3 points, 6.4 assists, and 5.3 rebounds per game this season.The Kings are currently experiencing one of their worst seasons - a notable mark considering the team has endured 19 50-loss campaigns since moving to Sacramento ahead of the 1985-86 season, including a franchise-record 65 losses in 2008-09.

SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 03: Russell Westbrook #18 of the Sacramento Kings looks on against the Phoenix Suns in the second half of an NBA basketball game at Golden 1 Center on March 03, 2026 in Sacramento, California.

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<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/18252" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/18252">Cameron Jordan</a>'s storied tenure with the New Orleans Saints could be coming to an end.The 36-year-old defensive end won't receive a new deal from the Saints and will hit free agency for the first time in his NFL career, sources told <a href="https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/2029615525882364305?s=20">ESPN's Adam Schefter</a>. Jordan is open to leaving New Orleans and playing elsewhere, Schefter adds.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The Saints' all-time leader in games played recently said he wasn't looking for top dollar in a new deal but wanted to be valued correctly when inking a contract."If you get a 10-sack season, if I was 26, I'd be asking for top dollar," Jordan said, according to <a href="https://www.nfl.com/news/cameron-jordan-there-could-be-a-bright-future-for-saints-with-tyler-shough-at-qb">NFL.com's Bobby Kownack</a>. "Things I've never asked for is top dollar. All I've ever asked for is to be valued."The eight-time Pro Bowler has spent his entire 15-year NFL career in New Orleans, accumulating 132 sacks, including 10.5 last season.He was a first-team All-Pro in 2017, finishing fourth in defensive player of the year voting.

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 21: Cameron Jordan #94 of the New Orleans Saints defends during a game against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium on December 21, 2023 in Inglewood, California.

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New York Knicks head coach Mike Brown expressed frustration with <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/60411" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/60411">Shai Gilgeous-Alexander</a>'s ability to draw favorable calls, venting his displeasure during Wednesday's loss when referees held their whistles on a play involving the reigning MVP."SGA, he's a tough cover, and he does a great job of convincing the referees - probably better than anybody in the league - that he's getting hit," Brown said after the Knicks fell 103-100 to the Oklahoma City Thunder, according to <a target="_blank" href="https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/48107451/knicks-coach-mike-brown-says-thunder-shai-gilgeous-alexander-does-great-job-convincing-referees-getting-hit">ESPN's Vincent Goodwill</a>.Brown received his first technical foul as Knicks coach after Gilgeous-Alexander barrelled through <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/45223" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/45223">Jalen Brunson</a> for a layup in the first quarter. Had officials called an offensive foul, the Thunder star would have picked up his third foul early in the game.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/k93xvbm-NVk?si=8I2IdTlBCJEQxH1j" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></figure>Although Brown didn't blame the loss on the play, he was still bothered by the call postgame."That should've been his third (foul), the bucket shouldn't have counted, and we should've gone the other way with the basketball," Brown said."Jalen is standing there, putting his body on the line, and our guys are fighting their asses off to win the ballgame, and it just didn't sit well with me."Gilgeous-Alexander ranks second in the NBA in free-throw attempts per game and went to the line seven times Wednesday.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 01: Mike Brown head coach of the New York Knicks reacts during the third quarter of the game against the San Antonio Spurs at Madison Square Garden on March 01, 2026 in New York City.

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The Texas Rangers signed five-time All-Star <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/1105" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/1105">Andrew McCutchen</a> to a minor-league contract, the team announced Friday.McCutchen will earn $1.25 million in the majors if he's added to the Rangers' 40-man roster, according to <a href="https://x.com/Evan_P_Grant/status/2029642568519086529">Evan Grant of the Dallas Morning News</a>. He reportedly can earn up to $2.5 million in performance bonuses.<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<a href="https://t.co/Vfc46jUkLT">pic.twitter.com/Vfc46jUkLT</a>— Andrew McCutchen (@TheCUTCH22) <a href="https://twitter.com/TheCUTCH22/status/2029663090753573043?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 5, 2026</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>He'll likely compete with <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/3389" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/3389">Mark Canha</a> this spring for a roster spot. The two veterans both hit from the right side, and one of them could form a platoon at designated hitter with the left-handed hitting <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/2517" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/2517">Joc Pederson</a>.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>"I'm at their disposal, whatever that means for them, whatever role that I might have, I'm going to be there for that," McCutchen said, according to <a href="https://www.mlb.com/rangers/news/andrew-mccutchen-reacts-to-signing-with-rangers?t=spring-training-coverage">MLB.com's Kennedi Landry</a>. "So I see myself as just available. The best ability is availability, and that's what I'm here to do. I'm not here to set any goals for at-bats or games. I'm just here to be available. I'm at this team's disposal in any way, shape, or form. That's the goal for myself. Skip knows that he can use me, that I'm not just wasting a bench spot."McCutchen spent the past three seasons with the Pittsburgh Pirates. The 39-year-old slashed .239/.333/.367 with 13 home runs and 57 RBIs in 135 games last campaign.The 2013 NL MVP owns a career .271/.365/.457 slash line and continues to hit left-handed pitching at a solid clip, posting a .743 OPS against southpaws in 2025.McCutchen spent most of last year as a DH but appeared in seven games as an outfielder.The veteran was also connected to the Atlanta Braves as a potential replacement for the suspended Jurickson Profar, according to <a href="https://www.dallasnews.com/sports/rangers/2026/03/05/texas-rangers-signing-former-nl-mvp-andrew-mccutchen-to-minor-league-deal/">Grant</a>.

CLEVELAND, OHIO - AUGUST 31: Andrew McCutchen #22 of the Pittsburgh Pirates looks on during the seventh inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field on August 31, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio.

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Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick downplayed his now-viral exchange with star player <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/68198" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/68198">Luka Doncic</a> that occurred during Saturday's win over the Golden State Warriors."I didn't think much of it at the time, and to be honest with you, I don't think Luka did either," Redick told reporters before Tuesday's win over the New Orleans Pelicans, per <a href="https://youtu.be/BMXQdgDvdaw?si=LsAR5Bl0YL6Z_7RS&amp;t=126">Lakers Nation</a>. "He and I have a great relationship. I really value our relationship. I think those things happen. Not every game, but they happen very frequently. Sometimes you have to rehash them with a player, or as a teammate sometimes it happens player to player."Redick and Doncic appeared to argue on the sidelines Saturday after the latter refused to accept a high five from his coach, prompting forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/60415" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/60415">Jarred Vanderbilt</a> to get up from his seat and stand between the two.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Luka and JJ Redick beefing??😯😯 <a href="https://t.co/Nl6EcRi315">pic.twitter.com/Nl6EcRi315</a>— FIRE JJ REDICK (@bryantintown) <a href="https://twitter.com/bryantintown/status/2028321000979349627?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 2, 2026</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>Los Angeles entered the contest against Golden State on a three-game losing streak but has since won three in a row. Redick cited his and Doncic's desire to win as reason for the disjointed interaction."It's a competition, and there's two guys here who are trying to win a basketball game and be on the same page about stuff," Redick said.He added, "I don't know why it went viral. It felt very normal to me."The Lakers (37-24) enter play Wednesday sitting sixth in the Western Conference.

Los Angeles, CA - November 18: Head coach JJ Redick speaks with Luka Doncic #77 of the Los Angeles Lakers against the Utah Jazz in the first half of a NBA basketball game at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Tuesday, November 18, 2025.

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<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/30611" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/30611">Giannis Antetokounmpo</a> had 19 points and 11 rebounds in his return to the lineup Monday, but it wasn't enough as the Milwaukee Bucks fell 108-81 to the Boston Celtics.Antetokounmpo hadn't played since Jan. 23 due to a right calf strain. The 31-year-old was averaging 28 points and 10 rebounds prior to his 15-game absence.Antetokounmpo's name circulated in trade rumors for several weeks leading up to the NBA's Feb. 5 deadline. The Bucks opted not to trade their franchise player, and the Greek Freak <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3479508" href="https://thescore.com/news/3479508">reaffirmed</a> his loyalty to the team.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The Bucks are 3.5 games behind the Charlotte Hornets for the final play-in spot in the Eastern Conference following Monday's result.Milwaukee hasn't missed the playoffs since 2015-16.

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - MARCH 02: Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks dribbles the ball against Luka Garza #52 of the Boston Celtics during the second quarter at Fiserv Forum on March 02, 2026 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

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<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/60633" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/60633">Trae Young</a> will make his Washington Wizards debut Thursday against the Utah Jazz, the point guard confirmed Monday on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DVZWqjlEQrE/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==">Instagram</a>.Washington head coach Brian Keefe told reporters later Monday that Young will play approximately 17-20 minutes, according to <a href="https://x.com/TheSteinLine/status/2028606472343458201?s=20">NBA insider Marc Stein</a>.The Wizards acquired Young in a trade with the Atlanta Hawks on Jan. 9, but the 27-year-old has been sidelined by knee and quad injuries since late December.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Young averaged 19.3 points and 8.9 assists in 10 appearances for the Hawks this season. The four-time All-Star will run point for a youthful Wizards squad that features <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/121677" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/121677">Kyshawn George</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/171828" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/171828">Tre Johnson</a>.The Wizards also added veteran big <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/11373" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/11373">Anthony Davis</a> in a Feb. 5 trade, but he hasn't suited up for the team yet. Washington (16-43) sits 13th in the Eastern Conference standings entering play Monday.

WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 29: Trae Young #3 of the Washington Wizards looks on while wearing a John Wall jersey during the second half against the Milwaukee Bucks at Capital One Arena on January 29, 2026 in Washington, DC.

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<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4184" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4184">Mookie Betts</a> wants to leave 2025 in the past, and he's confident he can return to his MVP form during the upcoming season for the Los Angeles Dodgers."That's what I expect," Betts said of bouncing back to MVP-level play.<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Dave Roberts said he expects a bounce-back MVP season from Mookie 👀 Mookie Betts didn’t hesitate when asked about it: “That’s what I expect. I haven’t felt like this in a long time… swing’s in a really good spot, head’s in a really good spot. I haven’t had any bad days in the… <a href="https://t.co/B448E22s47">pic.twitter.com/B448E22s47</a>— SleeperDodgers (@SleeperDodgers) <a href="https://twitter.com/SleeperDodgers/status/2028248990429692346?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 1, 2026</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>Last season, the 33-year-old posted career-worst numbers in several categories, including slugging percentage and OPS. He entered August hitting .237/.309/.365 and didn't hit a homer between July 6 and Aug. 8.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>"That's the first time I think any of us have seen him struggle like that," Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said, according to <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7079643/2026/03/02/dodgers-mookie-betts-spring-training-2/">The Athletic's Katie Woo</a>.Multiple factors contributed to the 2018 AL MVP's down year, including transitioning to shortstop full time and losing almost 20 pounds near the beginning of the season due to a virus. He showed improvement later in the campaign, posting an .899 OPS with 23 RBIs in his final 24 games. The Dodgers went on to win their second consecutive World Series.The eight-time All-Star said his struggles eventually helped him improve his mindset, and he's looking forward to seeing the results of his simplified and more relaxed approach to preparing for the season."I haven't felt this way in a long time," Betts said. "So the way I feel now - I'm healthy, swing is in a really good spot, head is in a really good spot. I haven't had any bad days in the cage. Haven't had any bad days in BP. Usually by now, I would have taken a thousand swings trying to fix stuff and get game-ready. Now I'm just cruising - cruising and ready to go."

GLENDALE, ARIZONA - MARCH 09: Mookie Betts #50 of the Los Angeles Dodgers runs to the dugout after the top of the fourth inning of a Spring Training game against the Athletics at Camelback Ranch on March 09, 2025 in Glendale, Arizona.

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