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Detroit Tigers outfielder Riley Greene collided with teammate Parker Meadows during a game against the Twins, resulting in Meadows suffering a concussion, broken arm, and facial stitches. He was hospitalized overnight and placed on the 10-day injured list. The incident occurred during a chase for a fly ball, with Greene making the catch afterward.
The Detroit Tigers have placed star pitcher Justin Verlander on the injured list with a left hip inflammation, and a subsequent hamstring strain will sidelined him for weeks. Verlander, 43, was preparing for his return when a new hamstring strain forced him to pause rehab and start a full recovery process.
The pontiff has received the baseball from the final out of Game 1 of the 2005 World Series. Pierzynski posted photos from the Vatican, confirming the moment when Leo XIV, then Father Robert Prevost, accepted the ball. The White Sox plan an Aug. 11 tribute with pope-themed hats as fans remember the team’s 2005 title.
Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold has been charged in Florida with kidnapping and armed robbery, alleged as the primary conspirator in a February Tampa incident. Authorities say victims were held at gunpoint and assaulted as photos of the attack circulated. Several co-defendants have pleaded guilty or face charges. Arnold denies involvement, and the team has not commented beyond acknowledging the arrest.
The Yankees have not yet re-imaged Aaron Judge as the rib injury update remains pending. Judge has not played since late May and is on the injured list; officials say imaging will determine the next steps, with a return timeline still uncertain.