Red Bulls phenom Julian Hall could soon be cap-tied to USMNT — thanks to FIFA rules

American soccer fans might soon be able to breathe a sigh of relief about Julian Hall’s international future.  The Red Bull New York star was named to the U.S. men’s national team’s squad for the Concacaf Nations League matches against Haiti that take place beginning next week. Should the teen appear in one of the games, Hall will be cap-tied to the USMNT, per FIFA regulations.  The New York City native is also eligible to play for Poland through his mother’s heritage, and the country’s national federation has not been shy about trying to publicly court the 18-year-old. But USMNT…

Lakers rookie in awe of franchise superstar’s scoring ability

SACRAMENTO — Heat superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo made his feelings on Luka Dončić clear when he referred to the Lakers superstar as possibly the greatest scorer in NBA history. And consider the Lakers’ youngest player just as impressed with how his teammate has opened the 2026-27 season.  Cameron Carr watched Dončić…

Far-left tees up AOC for 2028 presidential run after midterm blue wave

WASHINGTON — Lefty efforts to recruit “Squad” Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) for a 2028 presidential run are gaining steam on the heels of the Democrats’ blowout midterm victory. “Tuesday made the waters a lot warmer for AOC to run,” Adam Green, co-founder of the Progressive Change Campaign Committee, told The…

California Chick-fil-A closure scare as job cuts announced

They’re not chicken-ing out. A Southern California Chick-fil-A location appeared poised to shut up shop by the end of the year — an untasty move that would have impacted nearly 100 employees. The outlet at 2040 N. Rose Ave. in Oxnard was scheduled to close by Dec. 31, according to a…

Devin Williams hits IL after Mets deplete bullpen at deadline

ATLANTA — The Mets’ overhauled bullpen subtracted another component on Monday. Devin Williams was placed on the injured list with a shoulder strain before the Mets opened a three-game series against the Braves. The right-hander had arm fatigue last week before returning to pitch against the Guardians on Thursday. Williams’…

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