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Michael Conforto Rebuilds Career With San Francisco Giants
San Francisco failed to sign Aaron Judge and backed away from Carlos Correa, but Michael Conforto and other additions hope to make the team better.

Jacob deGrom Discusses Leaving the Mets for the Rangers
Texas was desperate for pitching and deGrom’s interest was piqued. A $185 million contract, and a “vision” of how to win, convinced him to leave...

MLB and Union Disagree on Salary Cap as Cable Networks Crumble
The head of the players’ union spoke out against the concept of a salary cap, but team owners remain concerned about the sport’s economic model...

Manny Machado Gets First Violation of MLB’s Pitch Clock
Manny Machado was issued a strike for not being ready in the batter’s box as baseball got its first look at a sped-up game.

Shohei Ohtani Discusses His Future With Los Angeles Angels
The free agency of Shohei Ohtani, baseball’s only two-way superstar, looms for the Los Angeles Angels, but Ohtani wants to focus on winning games.

What’s Powering Argentina at the World Cup? 1,100 Pounds of Yerba Mate.
The herbal drink is beloved by South American players, who have taken it with them around the world — including to Qatar.

Ronaldo In Tears After What Could Be His Final World Cup
Morocco’s 1-0 upset of Portugal Saturday leaves the superstar as one of the most decorated players never to have won a World Cup.

Brazil’s World Cup Hopes Fell Apart in 15 Minutes
A favorite in the World Cup, Brazil is headed home after failing to hold onto a lead in extra time.

Messi’s Score Sets Tone for Argentina in World Cup Win
Messi had not previously scored in an elimination game during the World Cup.