The NCAA will abandon a rule prohibiting athletes from negotiating name, image, and likeness deals before enrolling in college, per a settlement announced by Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti. The agreement, if approved by a federal judge, will allow athletes to negotiate compensation for deals before enrollment and during recruitment windows, with the NCAA required to publicize any proposed changes for the next five years. The lawsuit, involving multiple attorneys general, argued that the NCAA’s recruiting ban violated antitrust laws, leading to a temporary halt of the policy while the case was ongoing.
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Ryan Mountcastle powers Orioles to 8-2 win over Blue Jays
Ryan Mountcastle led the Baltimore Orioles to an 8-2 win over the Toronto Blue Jays in exhibition baseball, hitting two home runs and driving in four runs. Cedric Mullins and Ryan O’Hearn also homered for the Orioles. Eric Lauer struggled on the mound for the Jays, giving up five runs in three innings. Bo Bichette and Leo Jimenez provided offense for Toronto, but it wasn't enough as the Orioles secured the victory. Full Article
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