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MLB hands down suspensions from Angels-Braves brawl

Major League Baseball has handed down suspensions stemming from Tuesday’s brawl between the Atlanta Braves and Los Angeles Angels. Angels DH Jorge Soler and Braves pitcher Reynaldo Lopez both received seven-game suspensions for their roles in Tuesday’s brawl. No other players were suspended, and both Soler and Lopez are planning to appeal. Los Angeles Angels … The post MLB hands down suspensions from Angels-Braves brawl appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Dianna Russini issues response to photos of her with Mike Vrabel

The Athletic report Dianna Russini responded after photos were published of her and New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel. Page Six published photos showing Vrabel and Russini apparently holding hands and hugging two weekends ago at a resort in Arizona. People close to Russini told Page Six that the two were there as friends … The post Dianna Russini issues response to photos of her with Mike Vrabel appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Dodgers icon Davey Lopes dies at 80

Davey Lopes, a four-time MLB All-Star and Los Angeles Dodgers icon, has died at the age of 80. Lopes died following complications from Parkinson’s disease, according to TMZ Sports. He had been receiving care in his native Rhode Island and died surrounded by his family. The Dodgers confirmed his death in a post on social … The post Dodgers icon Davey Lopes dies at 80 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Walt Weiss got all the memes for tackling Jorge Soler

Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss got all the memes on social media after his tackle of Los Angeles Angels outfielder Jorge Soler went viral. Weiss, 62, managed to successfully tackle Soler after the outfielder charged the mound during a wild brawl Tuesday (video here). Social media loved it considering Weiss is nearly twice Soler’s age … The post Walt Weiss got all the memes for tackling Jorge Soler appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Draymond Green goes off on NBA’s response to tanking

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green took aim at the NBA for being too soft on tanking. Green reacted after the Sacramento Kings pulled a blatant tanking move during Tuesday’s game against the Warriors by seemingly fouling Seth Curry intentionally despite holding a 1-point lead with 3:15 to go in regulation. The Warriors wound up … The post Draymond Green goes off on NBA’s response to tanking appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Doc Rivers drops a hint about his future

Milwaukee Bucks coach Doc Rivers sounds like he’s ready to step away from his job. Rivers was asked Tuesday how much longer he envisions coaching in the NBA, and hinted at retirement in his response. He emphasized the fact that he has grandchildren and priorities outside of the sport. “I won’t answer that, but I … The post Doc Rivers drops a hint about his future appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Jacob Misiorowski unleashes profanities after fanning Willson Contreras

Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski had 10 strikeouts during his Tuesday start against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park in Boston, Mass., but there was one punchout he savored more than the other nine combined. Misiorowski got it going early in his outing, striking out three straight batters in the first inning. The last … The post Jacob Misiorowski unleashes profanities after fanning Willson Contreras appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Mammoth unveil the coolest Zamboni in hockey history

The Utah Mammoth franchise has existed for two seasons so far, but it’s all the club needed to build and introduce the coolest-looking Zamboni in history. There should be no debate on that. Just before the Mammoth’s game against the Edmonton Oilers on Tuesday at Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah, Mammoth owner Ryan … The post Mammoth unveil the coolest Zamboni in hockey history appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Video: 62-year-old Walt Weiss takes down Jorge Soler during a wild baseball brawl

If the Atlanta Falcons needed defensive depth, they might want to take a look at 62-year-old Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss. The first-year Atlanta skipper fearlessly injected himself into the middle of Tuesday’s bench-clearing brawl at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, Calif., as Braves starting pitcher Reynaldo Lopez and Los Angeles Angels designated hitter Jorge Soler … The post Video: 62-year-old Walt Weiss takes down Jorge Soler during a wild baseball brawl appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Giants rookie accomplishes a feat that was last done in 1961

The San Francisco Giants have a promising rookie catcher in Daniel Susac, who continued his hot start to his big league career on Tuesday.  The 24-year-old Susac had another brilliant performance, as the Giants played the second game of their series against the Philadelphia Phillies at Oracle Park in San Francisco, Cali. He went 3-for-4 … The post Giants rookie accomplishes a feat that was last done in 1961 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Pirates lock up Konnor Griffin with a historic contract extension

The Pittsburgh Pirates will be the home of shortstop Konnor Griffin for a long time.  The National League Central Division club announced on Sunday that it has agreed to a 9-year, $140 million contract extension with Griffin, via Jason Mackey of MLB.com. The massive contract now represents the largest deal in the franchise’s history. The … The post Pirates lock up Konnor Griffin with a historic contract extension appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Kevin Durant shares a brutally honest opinion of Dillon Brooks

Dillon Brooks is going to try harder if he wants to get under Kevin Durant’s skin. The two faced off anew on Tuesday, as Brooks’ Phoenix Suns hosted Durant and the Houston Rockets at the Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, Ariz. True to his brand, Brooks went at it with the future Basketball Hall of … The post Kevin Durant shares a brutally honest opinion of Dillon Brooks appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Fans buzzing about Braves manager’s epic tackle on Jorge Soler during brawl

Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss may have a future as a linebacker coach if he decides to switch sports. Weiss showed off his wicked tackling ability during a brawl that broke out Tuesday at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, Calif. Angels slugger Jorge Soler charged the mound in the 5th inning after taking exception to an … The post Fans buzzing about Braves manager’s epic tackle on Jorge Soler during brawl appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Amen Thompson, Jalen Green had fiery exchange in Rockets-Suns clash

Jalen Green and Amen Thompson showed some animosity between them during Tuesday’s clash between the Houston Rockets and Phoenix Suns. The Suns led the Rockets 55-50 late in the second half when Devin Booker gave possession up to Thompson, leading to a 1-on-1 face-off between the Rockets wing and his former teammate Green on the … The post Amen Thompson, Jalen Green had fiery exchange in Rockets-Suns clash appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Jorge Soler, Reynaldo Lopez exchange blows in wild Angels-Braves brawl

A wild brawl broke out in Anaheim on Tuesday in the Los Angeles Angels’ game against the Atlanta Braves. Angels slugger Jorge Soler took exception to a ball that got away from Braves starter Reynaldo Lopez with two outs in the bottom of the 5th inning at Angel Stadium. Soler charged the mound and the … The post Jorge Soler, Reynaldo Lopez exchange blows in wild Angels-Braves brawl appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Geno Auriemma issues an updated apology to Dawn Staley

Geno Auriemma is finally circling back to do his apology the right way. The UConn women’s basketball head coach Auriemma issued an updated apology on Tuesday night to South Carolina counterpart Dawn Staley. The apology came four days after the two got into a heated postgame confrontation following South Carolina’s Final Four victory over UConn. … The post Geno Auriemma issues an updated apology to Dawn Staley appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Unexpected NBA rookie goes off for 40 points

The 2025 NBA rookie class continues to show how deep its talent pool goes. The NBA world has been buzzing about Cooper Flagg lately — and for good reason. The Dallas Mavericks wunderkind recently became the first teenager in NBA history to drop 50 points in a single game. Aside from Flagg, second pick Dylan … The post Unexpected NBA rookie goes off for 40 points appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Rich Paul makes concerning comments about Luka Doncic

Rich Paul does not seem to think there is much hope left for Luka Doncic this season. The Klutch Sports CEO Paul made some interesting comments about the Los Angeles Lakers star Doncic this week. On the latest episode of “Game Over,” the podcast that Paul co-hosts with Max Kellerman for The Ringer, Paul indicated … The post Rich Paul makes concerning comments about Luka Doncic appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Fan accidentally shows full moon on live broadcast trying to catch a foul ball

The full moon was out on a beautiful Tuesday night in Tampa Bay, but not the kind fans would have wanted to see. Chicago Cubs outfielder Matt Shaw was at the plate with two outs in the top of the 9th inning of what was basically a decided game at Tropicana Field in Tampa, Fla. … The post Fan accidentally shows full moon on live broadcast trying to catch a foul ball appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Draymond Green offers a sharp criticism of Giannis Antetokounmpo

Draymond Green is not a fan of what his fellow Defensive Player of the Year winner is doing right now. The Golden State Warriors star Green touched on Giannis Antetokounmpo’s situation with the Milwaukee Bucks on the latest episode of his self-titled podcast. Green indicated that Antetokounmpo was being ungrateful towards the Bucks. “I love … The post Draymond Green offers a sharp criticism of Giannis Antetokounmpo appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Mavericks respond to JJ Redick claiming they botched Austin Reaves’ MRI

The Dallas Mavericks are calling cap on JJ Redick’s claim that they had failed to conduct Austin Reaves’ MRI properly. The Los Angeles Lakers head coach turned heads last week when he accused the Mavericks’ medical team of scanning “the wrong area” of Reaves’ body after he suffered an oblique issue. Reaves needed to undergo … The post Mavericks respond to JJ Redick claiming they botched Austin Reaves’ MRI appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Report: Doc Rivers gave cringeworthy speech to Bucks before game

Doc Rivers probably isn’t beating the “out of touch” allegations. The Milwaukee Bucks head coach Rivers reportedly gave an extremely cringeworthy speech to the team before a game on March 2 against the shorthanded Boston Celtics. Shams Charania of ESPN shared the details during an appearance Tuesday on “NBA Today.” “Look at my resume and … The post Report: Doc Rivers gave cringeworthy speech to Bucks before game appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Blue Jays manager John Schneider completely crashes out on umpire after getting ejected

John Schneider made sure to get more than his money’s worth during Tuesday’s game. The Toronto Blue Jays manager Schneider was ejected Tuesday against the Los Angeles Dodgers for arguing a balk that was called on Toronto pitcher Kevin Gausman. In the fifth inning at Rogers Centre in Toronto, Ont., Gausman was facing Dodgers infielder … The post Blue Jays manager John Schneider completely crashes out on umpire after getting ejected appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Notable update emerges on Victor Wembanyama’s injury

Victor Wembanyama appears to have successfully Matrix-dodged a bullet. An MRI on the San Antonio Spurs star Wembanyama came back clean, indicating that he avoided serious injury (Chris Haynes of NBA TV reported Tuesday). Wembanyama will now be listed as day-to-day moving forward. The 22-year-old Wembanyama went down during Monday’s win over the Philadelphia 76ers. … The post Notable update emerges on Victor Wembanyama’s injury appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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