All eyes on Deonte Banks as he gets another Giants chance

Sometimes one word is just that — one word.  Sometimes the way that one word is uttered makes all the difference.  Addison Lynch, the first-year Giants defensive backs coach, responded with only one word when asked if, in his limited time working with Deonte Banks, it was easy to see why Banks was a former first-round draft pick. Lynch turned one word into a four-syllable declaration.  “Ab … so … lute … ly,’’ Lynch said.  That word can also be used to answer this question: Has Deonte Banks been a terrible first-round pick by the Giants?  After a promising 2023…

The massive Jaylen Brown price Celtics are asking for in trade

It might cost a fortune to trade for Jaylen Brown.  On ESPN’s “Get Up” Friday morning, NBA insider Shams Charania revealed the Celtics may be asking some teams for several first-round picks for the star who’s been constantly in trade rumors the last few weeks.  “My understanding is that in…

US Soccer offers Mauricio Pochettino a contract extension through next World Cup

IRVINE, Calif. — U.S. Soccer CEO J.T. Batson wasn’t kidding when he said last month he’s talked with Mauricio Pochettino about a contract extension.  The U.S. Soccer Federation has presented Pochettino with an extension through the 2030 World Cup cycle, according to The Athletic’s Adam Crafton, though any final decisions…

Young Padres outfielder gives honest thoughts on Dodgers rivalry

The San Diego Padres and the Los Angeles Dodgers currently sit as the best rivalry in baseball right now. But when it comes down to a weekend matchup against one another at the end of June, young outfielder Samad Taylor views the rivalry as “Just another day of baseball.” Of…

Saks emerges from bankruptcy with new name and focus on luxe retail

Luxury retailer Saks Global on Friday emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy after nearly five months, under a new ownership structure and corporate name and with a smaller store footprint and lower debt. The company will operate under the name Exemplar Luxury Group (ELG), and will focus on luxury retail, after Saks closed most of…

The best player for the Lakers this series is about to become a free agent

There’s been one player who has shined the brightest on the playoff stage and his name is not LeBron James, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Luka Dončić, or Austin Reaves.  It’s Rui Hachimura.  Playing on a court with superstars, future Hall of Famers, and generational icons, it’s Hachimura that has been the best…

Dodgers in no rush with ace Blake Snell: ‘Learned a lot’

Blake Snell wanted this. This stage. This opponent. By pitching against the Braves at Dodger Stadium instead of the Angels’ Class-A affiliate in Rancho Cucamonga, Snell was able to do more than build up his arm. “It’s going to let you know where you’re at pretty quickly,” Snell said. More…

Undrafted rookie Dominic Zvada opens Giants kicking competition

Better call Sauls (and Sanders). Undrafted rookie Dominic Zvada fired the opening salvo Saturday at Giants rookie minicamp in what is expected to be a kicking competition pitting him against incumbent Ben Sauls and former All-Pro Jason Sanders. Zvada went 5-for-5 on field goals, including a 55-yarder. “It’s going to…

Are we more closely related to cats or dogs?

They sleep on our beds, steal our food, and generally rule the house. Between them, cats and dogs make up two-thirds of pet ownership worldwide. But which of the two companion animals are we more closely related to?The answer depends on how you look at the question.”From an evolutionary perspective…

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