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In the 2025 Fantasy Baseball Catcher Rankings by Yahoo Sports, William Contreras has emerged as the top catcher option after a strong performance with the Milwaukee Brewers, surpassing his brother Willson Contreras. The position depth is slightly deeper this year, but still leans towards being top-heavy, with the Contreras brothers leading the pack. Fantasy baseball players are encouraged to consider these rankings when drafting their teams for the upcoming season. Full Article

The Independent relies on reader support to cover important stories, from reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech. Your donation allows them to send journalists to report on critical issues in US history. In upcoming UFC Fight Night in Saudi Arabia, Israel Adesanya will face Nassourdine Imavov to break a two-fight losing streak, while Michael “Venom” Page takes on Shara Magomedov in the co-main event. The event will air on TNT Sports in the...

Ohio State star running back Quinshon Judkins is leaving school early to declare for the NFL draft, projected as a Top 50 pick and the No. 5 running back by NFL scouts. Judkins had a standout season at Ohio State, winning a national championship and totaling 1,060 rushing yards, 22 receptions, and 16 touchdowns. His versatile skill set, leadership qualities, and championship win highlight his readiness for the next level of competition in the NFL...

The Las Vegas Raiders have reportedly reached an agreement with Pete Carroll to become their next head coach, signing a three-year deal with an option for a fourth. Carroll, who previously coached the Seattle Seahawks and won Super Bowl XLVIII, returned to USC before deciding to return to coaching. The Raiders are making big leadership changes after firing their head coach and general manager, with Carroll becoming the third coach to lead four NFL franchises....

Fitness Fashion and Gear The landscape of workout apparel and gear has undergone a remarkable evolution over the years, transitioning from purely functional clothing to stylish and innovative pieces that cater to both fitness enthusiasts and the fashion-conscious. This shift highlights the growing trend of blending fashion with functionality, as brands recognize the diverse needs of their consumers. No longer merely utilitarian, modern workout gear now serves to empower individuals by providing them with attire...

Jalen Hurts practiced fully for the Philadelphia Eagles, likely to start in the NFC championship game against the Washington Commanders. Commanders' Daron Payne and Bobby Wagner did not practice due to injuries, while Bills' Taylor Rapp, Christian Benford, and Matt Milano are dealing with various injuries ahead of the AFC championship game. Sam Cosmi is out for the Commanders, while other teams have yet to release injury reports for conference championship Sunday. Full Article