A California bill could force the Los Angeles Angels to change their name back to the Anaheim Angels. The bill is tied to the team receiving special legal treatment regarding Angel Stadium. The team has faced challenges, including a failed stadium deal and a rodent infestation at the stadium.
WWE star Ludwig Kaiser, known as Marcel Barthel, was arrested on battery charges in Orange County, Florida. Kaiser, who also plays the role of El Grande Americano, was later bonded out of Orange County Corrections on a $1000 bail.
Louisville baseball’s season concluded with a 16-8 defeat against Pitt in the ACC Tournament. The loss means Louisville are expected to miss the NCAA Tournament. Pitt’s victory advances them to a second-round match against Wake Forest.
The Oakland A’s offence exploded for a season-high run total against the Los Angeles Angels in a 14-6 victory. Five A’s hitters recorded at least two hits in the 15-hit onslaught. The A’s knocked in 12 of their runs with two outs.
The Athletics are looking to build on their recent win against the Angels as they continue their four-game series. Aaron Civale is set to pitch for the Athletics, hoping to improve his ERA. The Angels will have Jack Kochanowicz on the mound.
Manny Machado has been struggling at the plate, with his batting average at .182. After a loss to the Dodgers, Machado engaged in a fiery exchange with a journalist when questioned about his slump. The Padres’ offense as a whole is also struggling, raising questions about the coaching staff.
The San Antonio Spurs have selected development partners for the downtown basketball arena project. Voters approved the project last November. The firms chosen will lead different parts of the development.
The Las Vegas Aces bounced back from an opening night loss with four straight wins. The New York Liberty are averaging a league-best 100 points per game. The Golden State Valkyries will be tested this week with a road back-to-back.
Aneesah Morrow is playing with an ‘all-time high’ confidence for the WNBA’s Sun. This follows a focused offseason. The Day will continue its long-running tradition of publishing its Make a Difference series.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the Oklahoma City Thunder has been named MVP for the second straight season. Nikola Jokic of the Denver Nuggets finished second in the MVP voting. San Antonio Spurs player Victor Wembanyama placed third.