Bryce Harper has given an honest assessment after the Philadelphia Phillies lost to the Atlanta Braves. The loss marked the Phillies’ tenth consecutive defeat. Harper acknowledged the team’s struggles, stating, “It’s not great. Obviously, not in the spot where we want to be.”
Rudy Gobert’s defensive performance has shifted the dynamic in the series between the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Denver Nuggets. Gobert’s one-on-one defence against Nikola Jokic is a key factor. The series is currently tied 1-1.
Caleb Thielbar has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to a left hamstring strain. The Cubs selected Vince Velasquez from Triple-A Iowa to bolster their relief pitching. Thielbar sustained the injury during Thursday’s game against the Phillies.
Arsenal secured a 1-0 victory over Newcastle, courtesy of Eberechi Eze’s strike. The win puts pressure back on Manchester City in the Premier League title race. Mikel Arteta called the match ‘game one’ in a ‘new league’.
The Chicago Cubs have selected the contract of righty Vince Velasquez from Triple-A Iowa. This move comes as veteran lefty Caleb Thielbar was placed on the 15-day injured list due to a left hamstring strain. The Cubs’ bullpen has faced a wave of injuries this season.
Former Bulls guard Ayo Dosunmu is making an impact with the Timberwolves in the playoffs. Dosunmu and Julian Phillips were traded to Minnesota on Feb. 4. Dosunmu said he recently spoke with Arturas Karnisovas and found some closure.
The NBA playoffs continue with a quadruple-header. The Timberwolves shut down Nikola Jokić and Jamal Murray in Game 2. Aaron Gordon’s absence in Game 3 due to a calf injury was a major blow to the Nuggets.
The Seattle Storm’s three drafted rookies are preparing for their first WNBA action. They are set to play in Saturday’s exhibition against Golden State. The rookies include Flau’jae Johnson, Taina Mair, and Grace VanSlooten.
Snap grades for each team after Rounds 2-3 of the 2026 NFL Draft have been released. These grades reflect the perceived value of each pick, considering the draft slot and the player’s college performance. Trades and the capital exchanged are also factored into the evaluations.
The Denver Nuggets are looking to rebound in Game 4 against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Nikola Jokić’s performance will be key for the Nuggets as they aim to avoid falling into a 3-1 series deficit. The Timberwolves have dominated in paint points, putting pressure on Denver’s defence.
