He hasn’t pitched since the 2022 World Series, but this Astro is set to toe the rubber this weekend

McCullers hasn’t pitched in an MLB game since the 2022 World Series. He’s set to take the mound Sunday afternoon in Chicago. HOUSTON — Lance McCullers Jr. appears to be on track to make his long-awaited return to the mound this weekend. McCullers will start for the Astros against the White Sox in Chicago on … Read more

What makes a Kentucky Derby champion? Big hearts, immense lungs and powerful legs

On display at Saturday’s Kentucky Derby will be the speed and agility of these 1,000-pound animals. LOUISVILLE, Ky. — On a crisp, clear morning, a chestnut thoroughbred thundered down the dirt strip at Churchill Downs, his exercise rider leaning forward above the saddle. Other horse-and-rider pairs followed. Dr. Will Farmer looked down from a viewing point, admiring … Read more

‘Top Gun: Maverick’ filmmakers drive into Formula One, with Brad Pitt and Lewis Hamilton

Making ‘F1’ was a complex operation that would involve unprecedented coordination, groundbreaking innovation and letting Brad Pitt drive at 180 miles an hour. MIAMI — “Top Gun: Maverick” filmmaker Joseph Kosinski came to Formula One like many Americans: “Drive to Survive.” In that popular Netflix series, he saw the potential for a cinematic event, full of … Read more

Shedeur Sanders was not the only prospect to receive a prank call during the NFL draft

The Shedeur Sanders call made headlines when the Atlanta Falcons said that defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich’s son was responsible. But others were pranked too. NEW YORK — Shedeur Sanders was not the only prospect to receive a prank call during the NFL draft. Kyle McCord, the former Syracuse quarterback who was taken by the Eagles last … Read more

Luka Doncic says he’d never move back to Texas in satirical-style interview with former Barstool Sports personality

During the interview, Doncic was asked if he ever saw himself moving back to Texas after basketball – with the added caveat that “it doesn’t have to be Dallas.” DALLAS — Will Luka ever come back to Texas? If you take him at his word from a recently posted interview by Sundae Conversation with Caleb … Read more

Falcons defensive coordinator’s son behind Shedeur Sanders’ prank call during NFL Draft

The call came on Friday as Sanders was waiting to be drafted after he fell into the later rounds. ATLANTA — Jax Ulbrich, the 21-year-old son of Atlanta Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich, prank-called NFL Draft prospect Shedeur Sanders after obtaining his private draft contact number earlier this week, according to a statement released by … Read more