In a 62-page study on pitching injuries released by Major League Baseball, contributing factors to arm ailments were identified as players chasing higher velocity and better “stuff” while exerting maximum effort, leading to a spike in injuries. The study suggested potential rule changes and highlighted concerns about offseason training and workload management strategies that may be contributing to the issue. Overall, the study concluded that chasing velocity is the primary cause of pitching injuries, with modern training techniques and workload management also playing a role in the rising injury rates among pitchers at both the professional and amateur levels.
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UFC announces return to Perth
The UFC will host its first Fight Night event in Perth, Western Australia, on September 27, 2025, at RAC Arena, marking the city's fourth UFC event. Although no fights have been announced, potential headliners could include regional stars like Israel Adesanya, Dan Hooker, and Kai Kara-France, while title bouts are unlikely. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: The UFC is coming back to Perth, Australia, for a special fight event on September 27, 2025,...
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