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It’s Sunday, June 22. On this day in 1994, Hakeem Olajuwon led the Rockets to their first NBA title, dropping 25 points, 10 rebounds, seven assists, and three blocks in a Game 7 win over the Knicks.
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⚾ LSU on Verge of CWS Title Behind Complete Game Shutout |
LSU ace Kade Anderson absolutely owned Game 1 of the College World Series finals on Saturday night, firing a complete-game 1–0 shutout to put the Tigers just one win away from the national title.
He dialed up 10 strikeouts over 130 pitches, held Coastal Carolina to only three hits, and broke their 26-game win streak with a gem on the mound.
LSU scratched out its lone run in the first inning thanks to Steven Milam’s RBI single, and Anderson never looked back, stranding seven runners in scoring position.
🎥 Watch: Game highlights (YouTube) | 🥊 UFC Legend Jon Jones Announces Retirement from MMA |
Jon Jones, the legendary UFC star, officially called it quits at age 37 on Saturday.
UFC President Dana White confirmed that Jones informed him of his decision just before UFC Baku, immediately elevating Tom Aspinall to undisputed heavyweight champion.
In a heartfelt post on X, “Bones” thanked fans, family, teammates and the organization, saying he's excited for new challenges beyond the Octagon.
This ends an era for MMA’s former pound-for-pound king—once the youngest UFC champ—as Jones steps away, leaving fans wondering what might've been against Aspinall, while hinting he’ll stay involved in the sport. |
⚾ Mariners’ Cal Raleigh Becomes First to 30 HRs in MLB |
Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh crushed a solo shot on Saturday at Wrigley, launching his 30th home run of the season—making him the first player in MLB this season to reach the feat.
In doing so, he became not only the first catcher but also the first switch‑hitter ever to hit 30 homers before the All‑Star break, shattering Johnny Bench’s and Mickey Mantle’s decades‑old benchmarks.
That power surge puts Raleigh in elite company—he’s now the fastest to 30 homers since Barry Bonds and Luis Gonzalez in 2001—continuing a scorching start to a historic season. |
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► The NBA Finals conclude tonight with a Game 7 matchup between the Pacers and Thunder at 8:00 p.m. ET on ABC. (Preview)
► Historical trends suggest the Thunder and Pacers are in for a tight, defensive Game 7 in the NBA Finals tonight, despite their high-powered offensive series. (See Details)
► Thunder center Chet Holmgren acknowledged his offensive struggles during the NBA Finals, particularly in Game 6, but remains focused on preparing for a better performance in Game 7. (More)
► The Pacers have a chance to make unprecedented NBA history by winning Game 7 on the road vs. the 68-win Thunder, potentially becoming the first team to defeat two 64-plus-win teams in the same postseason. (More)
► Bucks guard Pat Connaughton reportedly exercised his $9.4 million player option for the 2025-26 season, ensuring he remains with Milwaukee for his eighth year before becoming an unrestricted free agent. (More)
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► Extreme heat caused Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz to vomit on the field and Mariners reliever Trent Thornton to need assistance off the field during games on Saturday. (See Details)
► Giants star Rafael Devers hit his first home run as a Giant, a two-run opposite field shot vs. his former team, the Red Sox, in a 3-2 San Francisco victory on Saturday at Oracle Park. (Watch Homer)
► Mets star Juan Soto hit two home runs, tying Jimmie Foxx for the most multi-homer games before age 27, as New York snapped a seven-game losing streak with an 11-4 win vs. the Phillies on Saturday night, powered by seven solo home runs. (More)
► Reds top pitching prospect Chase Burns, the No. 2 overall pick in the 2024 MLB draft, will make his MLB debut for Cincinnati on Tuesday night vs. the Yankees, bringing his dominance from the minors to bolster the team's wild-card push. (See Details)
► The Braves placed reigning NL Cy Young winner Chris Sale on the 15-day IL with a fractured left ribcage, sustained during a diving play, dealing a major blow to their rotation as they aim for a return to playoff contention. (More)
► Cubs ace Shota Imanaga is set to return to Chicago’s rotation next week after a successful rehab start with AAA Iowa, following a left hamstring strain that sidelined him since May 5. (More) |
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► Tommy Fleetwood leads the Travelers Championship by three shots after a bogey-free 7-under 63 in the third round, positioning him for his first PGA Tour victory, while Scottie Scheffler and Justin Thomas faltered. (More)
► Connor Zilisch won the NASCAR Xfinity Series race at Pocono Raceway, marking his first oval victory, with Dale Earnhardt Jr. securing his first win as a crew chief. (More)
► Arkansas shortstop Wehiwa Aloy won the 2025 Golden Spikes Award as the top amateur baseball player in the nation, becoming the third Razorback and 12th SEC player to claim the prestigious honor. (More)
► Former Ohio State offensive lineman Kirk Barton faces an aggravated vehicular manslaughter charge after a fatal crash in Dublin, Ohio, where he allegedly sped and struck a car, killing a 24-year-old. (See Details)
► The Blackhawks placed veteran defenseman T.J. Brodie on waivers to buy out the remaining year of his $7.5 million contract as part of their busy off-season roster adjustments. (More)
► Rookie Louis Foster stunned the IndyCar field by securing his first career pole position at Road America, edging out championship leader Alex Palou with a lap of 1m44.514s for Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing. (More)
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