Arizona State will play for Big 12 championship, and its overlooked star deserves Heisman consideration

Yahoo Sports Fantasy Baseball 2025 Third Base Rankings highlight José Ramírez as a top pick due to his consistent power-speed production, culminating in a near 40-40 season in 2024 at 32 years old. Ramírez leads a position lacking multi-category fantasy baseball options, making him a valuable asset for the upcoming 2025 season. The rankings provide insight into other top third base options for fantasy baseball draft consideration. Full Article

Novak Djokovic retired from the Australian Open semi-final due to a torn muscle, ending his bid to become the oldest grand slam champion. Opponent Alexander Zverev called for respect from the crowd towards Djokovic, praising the Serbian's dedication to the sport. Djokovic confirmed the injury hindered his performance, stating he had not been able to train before the match, leading to his early exit from the tournament. Full Article

Utah Hockey Club's plans to announce a permanent name and identity before the 2025-26 NHL season were delayed after the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office rejected their application for "Utah Yetis" due to potential confusion with existing trademarks. The USPTO cited the generic nature of "Utah" and similarities with other registered marks as reasons for the refusal, giving the team three months to respond. Despite the setback, the club remains committed to involving the community...

Saquon Barkley's addition to the Philadelphia Eagles in 2024 proved to be a game-changer, as he led the team to the NFC championship game with his explosive running skills, contributing over 2,000 rushing yards and making crucial plays in the second halves of games. Barkley's ability to wear down defenses and break long runs late in contests has solidified his status as a key player in the Eagles' success, showcasing an average of 6.64 yards...

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Tisha Thompson, an investigative reporter for ESPN, based in Washington, D.C., covers stories across all platforms globally. Federal prosecutors recommended a 57-month prison sentence for Ippei Mizuhara, the former interpreter for Shohei Ohtani, who impersonated Ohtani to wire money from his account to pay off gambling debts, leading to a guilty plea for bank fraud and filing a false tax return. Mizuhara, who gambled heavily and owed over $40 million, is facing sentencing and restitution...