Everton gets U.S. owners as takeover completed

Statcast data has revolutionized how we evaluate MLB players, including pitchers like Paul Skenes, who outperformed Tarik Skubal in expected stats last season. Blake Snell and Mason Miller also excelled in xERA, making them solid fantasy picks, while Logan Webb's expected stats took a hit in 2024. Reynaldo López and Ronel Blanco overperformed in ERA compared to xERA, cautioning against overvaluing them in drafts. Additionally, Justin Verlander's low xERA suggests he could bounce back in...

West Virginia coach Rich Rodriguez has banned his players from dancing on TikTok, emphasizing the importance of focusing on football rather than individual activities. This decision comes as he aims to instill a hard edge and team-oriented mentality in his players, discouraging distractions like making dance videos on the popular social media platform. Rodriguez's rules reflect his desire for his team to prioritize winning football games over personal pursuits like TikTok fame. Full Article

In Yahoo SportsFantasy Basketball Playoff Tips, Part II, fantasy analyst Dan Titus highlights five hidden waiver wire gems for the upcoming playoffs: Miles McBride, Moses Moody, Ziaire Williams, Lonnie Walker IV, and Jared Butler. McBride and Moody offer scoring and defensive contributions, while Williams provides rebounds and 3-pointers. Walker and Butler are potential sleepers with increased opportunities on the Sixers and could be valuable streaming options during the playoffs. Full Article

On March 11, 2025, the round of 16 second legs for the UEFA Champions League began, with teams competing for a spot in the quarterfinals. Key matchups included Liverpool versus Paris Saint-Germain, Bayer Leverkusen against Bayern Munich, and Internazionale facing off against Feyenoord. Fans can follow the action with play-by-play coverage of all Tuesday's games on ESPN. Full Article

Fantasy analyst Scott Pianowski discusses six polarizing hitters in Yahoo Sports Fantasy Baseball. He expresses a mild fade on Shohei Ohtani due to potential regression and injury concerns, preferring him at a lower pick. Ronald Acuña Jr. is expected to reduce his stolen bases for preservation. Kyle Tucker's impressive 2024 season raises questions after being traded to the Cubs, with concerns about his performance post-injury. Jarren Duran's breakout in 2024 may not be sustainable, leading...

PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan discussed progress in talks with LIV Golf during the 2021 trophy presentation at The Players Championship, where Justin Thomas expressed frustration over the lack of information and ongoing negotiations. Thomas highlighted the uncertainty surrounding the potential merger and the impact on players, emphasizing the importance of unity and understanding within the golf community. While acknowledging the benefits of the LIV circuit to the PGA Tour, Thomas questioned the division created...