Grant Holmes is set to start for the Atlanta Braves as they face the Cincinnati Reds. Holmes, with a 3.78 ERA, will be up against Chris Paddack, who has a 6.86 ERA. The Braves’ offense is expected to take advantage of Paddack’s struggles.
Borussia Dortmund’s Nico Schlotterbeck has reportedly expressed his desire to join Liverpool. This comes amid speculation that Ibrahima Konate is set to leave Liverpool as a free agent this summer. Schlotterbeck has a release clause in his contract that Liverpool can trigger.
Morgantown is preparing to host the NCAA Baseball Regional. The event is expected to draw thousands of fans to the area. Local hotels are able to accommodate all participating teams.
Dean Harrison posted the fastest Superbike and Superstock speeds in the final qualifying sessions at the Isle of Man TT. Michael Dunlop, aiming to extend his record of 33 victories at the road race, was among Harrison’s closest challengers. The two scheduled sidecar races will not take place after on-track action involving the class was suspended on safety grounds.
Mike Gansey and Jameer Nelson are reportedly the leading candidates to fill the Philadelphia 76ers’ president of basketball operations position. The position became available when Philadelphia fired Daryl Morey on May 12. There is a growing expectation that Nelson will be elevated to general manager if he does not get the top job.
Anthony Gordon is now a Barcelona player, leaving Newcastle United for a reported £69.3m. The England forward has signed a contract with the La Liga champions that runs until 2031. Gordon said he learned Spanish because he believed he “would play for Barca as a kid”.
Texas Tech’s head coach Joey McGuire is advocating for quarterback Brendan Sorsby’s reinstatement after Sorsby admitted to violating NCAA gambling rules. Sorsby, who entered a treatment program for gambling addiction, faces ineligibility. Texas Tech is appealing the NCAA’s decision and Sorsby has filed a lawsuit.
William Gomes, the 19-year-old Porto attacker, is drawing interest from clubs in England, Spain and Italy. Arsenal, Manchester United and Newcastle are reportedly monitoring the Brazilian. Porto are keen to keep Gomes for at least one more season.
Nebraska is set to host its first NCAA Tournament game since 2008. The Huskers will host South Dakota State on Friday. Ole Miss and Arizona State are also in Lincoln for the NCAA Regional.
Olly Murs recently completed a 400km journey from Manchester to London by running, cycling and rowing. He raised £830,000 for Unicef. On Sunday, he will take part in the 20th annual Soccer Aid match.
