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Miami Heat to hold training camp at Baha Mar

September 6, 2024 No Comments

Miami Heat announced today that their 2024 Training Camp, presented by Baptist Health, will hold at Baha Mar in the Bahamas. It will last Tuesday, October 1 through Saturday, October 5, 2024. After Media Day on Monday, September 30, at Kaseya Center, the HEAT will travel to the Bahamas. There they will conduct two-a-day practice sessions Tuesday through Friday at the award-winning luxury resort’s Convention, Arts and Entertainment Center. Additionally, Miami will conclude training camp on Saturday. There will also be a practice session open to invited guests before returning to Miami on Saturday evening. Media availability will follow the first daily practice session only, with a viewing time updated every day. A media workroom will be set up within the Baha Mar Convention Center in the Baha Mar Grand Ballroom. Media should enter through the resort side entrance of the convention centre. The training camp will not be open for public viewing. Established by Grand Hyatt, the Baha Mar Convention Center is one of the largest event venues in the Caribbean. It is the ultimate event destination. The 200,000-square-foot indoor and outdoor convention facility features state-of-the-art courts for players. It also has elevated seating experiences for viewers, and leading technology for film and broadcast training. “We are thrilled to welcome The Miami HEAT back to Baha Mar as they gear up for an exciting 2024-25 NBA season,” Graeme Davis, President of Baha Mar said. “As the leading luxury resort in The Bahamas, we look forward to providing an exceptional training camp experience that exceeds their expectations.”

Aaron Rodgers preaches stability ahead of 2024 season: ‘Trust the process’

September 6, 2024 No Comments

Aaron Rodgers will play for the New York Jets in a regular season match on Monday for the first time since September 11, 2023. His presence is long overdue for Jets fans starved for excellent quarterback play. And if Rodgers delivers in line with his almost 20 years of elite performance, he will make the New York’s faithfuls’ dream a reality. Although, this is not Madden NFL. A quarterback cannot just be plug and play. Rodgers knows this too well, and is ready. “The mental part of it is the most important part,” Rodgers said Thursday ahead of the Jets’ season-opener against the San Francisco 49ers. “You’ve got to get your mind right. It’s a grind. It’s a long season, with a lot of ups and downs. You’ve got to prepare yourself to really get off the wave. “You’ve got to find a way to be a stability point for the team so we’re not riding the highs too much or riding the lows because adversity’s gonna come at some point of the season. We’ve got to make sure we’re handling it the right way.”

Peterka anticipates homecoming at Global Series Challenge Germany

September 6, 2024 2 Comments

When the Buffalo Sabres travel to Munich for the 2024 NHL Global Series Challenge Germany presented by Fastenal on September 27th, they will not just be playing a preseason game. Rather it will be a special match for Peterka. The Sabres will be performing the hometown of JJ Peterka and playing his former team, EHC Red Bull München, and it happens that it will be during Oktoberfest. “We’re going to be all in the lederhosen,” Peterka said at the European Player Media Tour on Aug. 21. That is right, the Sabres will spend some down time dressed in the traditional leather shorts. “They’ll fit somehow,” Peterka said. Even for a guy like Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, the 6-foot-5 goalie? “Well, I think I don’t have an option,” Luukkonen said. “But I think it’s going to be very fun.” It will be a special event for Peterka and Munich. Combined with two regular-season matches against the New Jersey Devils in Prague. The 2024 NHL Global Series Czechia presented by Fastenal on October 4-5 will help the Sabres bond. “We’re expecting big things from JJ, what he’s going to set up for us,” Luukkonen said. “It should be a very fun trip, and it’s always something special to go see and play where somebody’s from.” Peterka was born and bred in Munich. He grew up watching EHC München and later played for the club at Olympia Eishalle. The old arena hosted 6,256 and had the atmosphere of most European rinks, complemented by fans beating drums. “I was always there with my parents cheering for the team,” Peterka said. “We were in the stands all the time. It was so special for me to play for Munich because I’m from there, growing up there. Yeah, having the chance now to go back there, play against them, play in front of all the fans again, yeah, it’s going to be really special.”

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MLB EXPERT PICKS: Philadelphia Phillies VS Miami Marlins betting Predictions

September 5, 2024 No Comments

The Philadelphia Phillies and the Miami Marlins will begin their four-game series in the division tonight. Watch Phillies VS Marlins. MatchPlug has the MLB best bets today which you can rely on for Phillies VS Marlins. We are one of the Best sports betting sites to get previews for MLB matches. Predictions And Betting Preview For Philadelphia Phillies VS Miami Marlins Odds by 1XBet. Betting On The Philadelphia Phillies Ranger Suarez will pitch for the Philadelphia Phillies tonight. Last time he pitched, he blew four runs on five hits in four innings against the Atlanta Braves, and lost. Suarez has conceded up to three runs in four of his last five performances, and has a 3.02 ERA and 1.08 WHIP. The veteran has an 11-6 record in 128.1 innings this term. Suarez has given up six runs in 11.2 innings agains the Marlins this season. Philadelphia won three series in a row and are seven matches ahead of Atlanta to lead the division. They won three of four home series against Atlatna last weekend and the opener in their two-game series against the Toronto Blue Jays too. The Phillies are four matches above .500 on the road. Betting On The Miami Marlins Adam Oller will pitch for the Miami Marlins tonight. Oller was excellent in his last effort, delivering five scoreless innings against the San Francisco Giants. This led to a no-decision in a match Miami lost. Oller has made three starts this campaign, giving up only six runs in 16.1 innings, giving him a 3.31 ERA, 1.04 WHIP, and 1-1 record. This is his first career meeting against Philadelphia. The Marlins struggle to win matches and are inconsistent after trading several star players in July. They won two of three road matches against the Giants last week led by the pitching. This marked their first series victory in almost a month. Next, Miami lost 6-2 against the Nationals on Tuesday. They are 16 matches below .500 at home. MatchPlug Prediction For Philadelphia Phillies VS Miami Marlins Adam Oller has been good for the Marlins, conceding just six runs in 16.1 innings pitched on the season. He posted six scoreless innings against the Giants in his last start. The Phillies have lost four of their five outings that Suarez pitched in. Final Prediction: Miami Marlins to cover the spread.

Urías stays hot, homers to beat LA: ‘I feel amazing’

August 28, 2024 No Comments

Ramón Urías was a bit discouraged on Sunday night. After he hit another home run in the Baltimore Orioles loss to the Houston Astros, the third baseman was asked the last time he felt good at the plate during his five-year career. “I can’t remember,” Urías said. “Honestly, this is probably the best that I’ve been feeling in the big leagues so far.” On Tuesday again, Urías delivered a big HR at Dodger Stadium. He hit a go-ahead two-run homer off Los Angeles starter Jack Flaherty in the fifth inning, leading the Orioles to a 3-2 win. By defeating the MLB-best Dodgers (78-54), Baltimore (77-56) were one game behind the Yankees (78-55) for the American League East lead. Urías, who is hitting .300 (15-for-50) since August 9th became the ninth Orioles player with 10-plus home runs this campaign. He has driven in five of Baltimore’s six runs over their past two matches. “He’s been our offense the last couple weeks. Really good at-bats,” manager Brandon Hyde said. “We’re not swinging the bat great right now, and he’s carrying us a little bit offensively in some of these wins. And he’s playing with a lot of energy right now. He’s playing great.” Urías’ home signified the most important hit of the game. After Jackson Holliday hit a one-out single off Flaherty in the fifth, Urías followed suit with a 385-foot blast to left field. It was his 10th homer of the campaign, hitting five since August 10th. Maybe Urías’ familiarity with Flaherty, who is a former teammate, helped him to come up with a good strategy. He waited to pounce on a 1-2 slider that caught too much of the bottom of the zone. “I was just trying to see the ball close to me,” Urías said. “I know that he likes to throw up and in, and his slider works when he’s down and away. Just trying to keep it close to me. Got a good pitch right there that didn’t break a lot and I could put a good swing on it.” Urías does not feel any pressure about stepping up for slumping teammates. He just wants to win. “I feel amazing. I feel good for helping the team,” Urías said. “I think we all go through ups and downs during the season, because it’s so long. Just happy to have the win tonight.”

MLB EXPERT PICKS: Cleveland Guardians VS Kansas City Royals betting Predictions

August 27, 2024 No Comments

The Cleveland Guardians and Kansas City Royals will play on Tuesday in an MLB 3 game Guardians VS Royals action at the Progressive Field. MatchPlug has the MLB best bets today which you can rely on for Guardians VS Royals. We are one of the Best sports betting sites to get previews for MLB matches. Predictions And Betting Preview For Cleveland Guardians VS Kansas City Royals Odds by 1XBet. Betting On The Cleveland Guardians The Cleveland Guardians are 75-57 on the season after playing the New York Yankees and Texas Rangers. They have scored 11 runs in their last 3 games and 4 or more runs in 4 of their last 8 matches. Cleveland won 7 of their last 8 matches when scoring 4 or more runs. Jose Ramirez leads the team with 140 hits and 104 RBI, while Steven Kwan and Andres Gimenez combine for 245 hits and 90 RBI. Betting On The Kansas City Royals The Kansas City Royals are 74-58 on the year after playing the Los Angeles Angels and Philadelphia Philliers. The Royals have scored 16 runs in their last 3 matches and 4 or more runs in 7 of their last 10 matches. Kansa City have won 9 of their last 10 matches when scoring 4 or more runs. Bobby Witt Jr. leass the Royals with 182 hits and 94 RBI, while Salvador Perez and Vinnie Pasquantino combine for 261 hits and 190 RBI. MatchPlug Prediction For Cleveland Guardians VS Kansas City Royals The Cleveland Guardians get the benefit of the doubt because they’re the hosts, and have yielded results all season. But, this line has more value with the Kansas City Royals. The Royals swept a doubleheader against the Guardians yesterday and have the pitching edge in this match. Final Prediction: Kansas City Royals Moneyline.

MLB EXPERT PICKS: Cincinnati Reds VS Oakland Athletics betting Predictions

August 27, 2024 No Comments

The Cincinnati Reds and Oakland Athletics will meet at the Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati, Ohio for a Reds VS Athletics fixture on the 27th of August. MatchPlug has the MLB Expert Picks, predictions, and odds for Reds VS Athletics. We are a Hot Prediction Site that offers accurate MLB previews and match analysis. Predictions And Betting Preview For Cincinnati Reds VS Oakland Athletics Odds as seen on 1XBet. Betting On The Cincinnati Reds The Cincinnati Reds are 63-68 on the season and have lost three of their last five matches. They are fresh off a series loss against the Pittsburgh Pirates, where they lost three out of four matches. Before that series, the Reds won two out of three against the Blue Jays, all three against the Royals, and swept the Cardinals. They are 3-7 in their last 10 matches and fourth in the NL Central. Cincinnati pitching staff has a 4.04 ERA, a 1.25 WHIP, and a .238 opponent batting average. The Reds offense has scored 584 runs with a .231 batting average and a .304 on base percentage. Elly De La Cruz bats .265 with 22 homers and 591 RBI’s for the Reds this season. Betting On The Oakland Athletics The Oakland Athletics are 56-75 this campaign and have lost four of their last six matches. The Athletics are off a series loss against the Milwaukee Brewers, where they lost two out of three matches. Before that, they split four matches with the Rays, two with the Giants, and won two out of three against the Mets. Oakland is 3-5 in their last eight matches and are fourth in the AL West. Oakland’s pitching staff has a 4.27 ERA, a 1.31 WHIP, and a .249 opponent batting average. Their offense has scored 522 runs with a .231 batting average and a .303 on base percentage. Brent Rooker is batting .289 with 30 home runs and 87 RBI’s for the Athletics this season. MatchPlug Prediction For Cincinnati Reds VS Oakland Athletics Nick Lodolo (Reds) and Mitch Spence (Athletics) have not played well recently and can’t be trusted to carry their respective teams to victory. However, the Athletics on the road does not inspire much confidence, so take the Reds at home. Final Prediction: Cincinnati Reds Moneyline.

Golden State Warriors legend Alvin Attles dies at 87

August 27, 2024 1 Comment

Al Attles, a Hall of Famer who coached the 1975 NBA champion Golden State Warriors dies at 87. Attes spent over six decades with the franchise as a player, general manager, and team ambassador. The Warriors announced last Wednesday that Attles passed away in his East Bay home on Tuesday surrounded by family. Nicknamed “The Destroyer’’for his style of play, he loved the Warriors and stayed only with the team after they selected him in the fifth round of the 1960 draft. Attles’ time at the team is the longest a player has spent in a single franchise in NBA history. Attles, who was one of the first Black head coaches in the league, oversaw some of the greatest matches spanning different eras. He played in Wilt Chamberlain’s 100-point game for the Philadelphia Warriors in Hershey, Pennsylvania, on March 2, 1962. Attles also made all eight of his field-goal tries for 17 points. He coached Hall of Famer Rick Barry the day Barry scored 64 against Portland on March 26. 1974. Attles watched Klay Thompson drop 60 points over three quarters in December 2016 too. “My heart is heavy today with the loss of my mentor and friend. Al was my roommate during my rookie season in the league. He taught me valuable lessons on being a professional that couldn’t be learned on the court,” Barry said in a statement released by the Warriors. “Later, as our coach during the 1975 championship season, he exemplified leadership, togetherness and a keen strategic ability that enabled us to succeed at the highest level.” This is another devastating loss for the Bay Area sports community after Giants baseball Hall of Famers Willie Mays and Orlando Cepeda recently died. Attles coached Golden State to their first championship since moving West in 1975, then the Warriors won again 40 years later in 2015. His 557 coaching victories are most in franchise history. He never compared all the great performances he cherished seeing up close. Different basketball times, different challenges. Attles said there were many special milestones to celebrate and appreciate. “I’ve seen a 100-point game,” Attles said from his seat during a late timeout on Thompson’s big night. “Rick was such a great player and he cared about winning. In order to score the number of points he scored you have to have help from your teammates. I try to look at them individually because once you start comparing, someone is always going to be No. 2. Let’s give him his credit.”

Titans trade Malik Willis to Packers for seventh-round pick

August 27, 2024 No Comments

Once seen as the ideal Tennessee Titans franchise quarterback, Malik Willis is now leaving Nashville. The Titans will trade Willis to the Green Bay Packers in exchange for a 2025 NFL Draft seventh-round pick. With Will Levis confirmed as the Titans starter and Mason Rudolph, a free-agent signee this offseason now cemented as the No.2 in Tennessee, Willis will move on. Currently, The Green Bay Packers’ Jordan Love is backed up by 2023 fifth-rounder Sean Clifford and 2024 seventh-rounder Michael Pratt. Neither of them shined in preseason and Willis will be a more experienced option. Some people saw him as a potential first-rounder in a 2022 draft class that had no QB talent. He eventually fell to the third, where he was the third QB chosen overall. Willis, Kenny Pickett (first round, No. 20 overall), Desmond Ridder (No. 74) are on different teams now. Matt Corral and Sam Howell have moved on too. Brock Purdy, the last pick of that draft is now with the San Francisco 49ers. Willis has played in 11 matches with three starts in two campaigns. All those starts were as a rookie when he went 1-2. He completed 53% of his 66 passes for 350 yards and has yet to throw an NFL touchdown pass. Willis has some fire in his legs, rushing for 144 yards (4.5 yards average) and a TD. Still young, Malik moving to Green Bay will give him the chance to improve his game under Matt LaFleur. But for now, he should improve the Packers’ QB unit behind Love.

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Aaron Judge stuns teammates with big HR robbery

August 27, 2024 2 Comments

Aaron Judge already made his mark as the player with more homers than anyone else in the baseball. But him robbing home runs is certainly taking things to the next level. Judge stayed at 51 homers throughout Monday’s series opener at Washington, but that did not stop him from making a huge impact at the center-field wall. This one followed his glove, as Judge lurched to steal what would have been a game-tying home run by Andrés Chaparro in the fourth inning of New York’s 5-2 victory over the Nationals. “I was pretty pumped up about that one,” Judge said. Aaron Judge also secured career No.1,000, Gleyber Torres, Austin Wells and Jazz Chisholm Jr. all scored home runs. Nestor Cortes delivered 6 ⅔ innings of one-run ball as the Yankees maintained the AL’s top record by delivering another win in Juan Soto’s former ballpark. That victory extended New York’s lead at the American League East, two matches ahead of the Baltimore Orioles, their biggest since June 26. Judge drew a walk too before connecting for his 1,000th career hit, a single to the opposite field in the ninth. Aaron is the 42nd player in Yankees history to achieve this milestone, and the first since Brett Gardner did it in 2017.

Miami Heat to hold training camp at Baha Mar

Aaron Rodgers preaches stability ahead of 2024 season: ‘Trust the process’

Peterka anticipates homecoming at Global Series Challenge Germany

MLB EXPERT PICKS: Philadelphia Phillies VS Miami Marlins betting Predictions

Urías stays hot, homers to beat LA: ‘I feel amazing’

MLB EXPERT PICKS: Cleveland Guardians VS Kansas City Royals betting Predictions

MLB EXPERT PICKS: Cincinnati Reds VS Oakland Athletics betting Predictions

Golden State Warriors legend Alvin Attles dies at 87

Titans trade Malik Willis to Packers for seventh-round pick

Aaron Judge stuns teammates with big HR robbery

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