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A California civil jury has found Rebecca Grossman and ex-Dodger Scott Erickson negligent in the deaths of two boys, Mark (11) and Jacob (8), in the 2020 Westlake Village crash. Compensatory damages have been awarded; punitive damages will be decided later. Grossman is already serving a 15-to-life prison term for related charges.
The Dodgers’ Max Muncy and Arizona’s Ildemaro Vargas have exited after a high-hard collision at first base during the fifth inning. Muncy has shortness of breath and Vargas was replaced at first; both are being evaluated for potential injuries.
McGregor has said he does not know what substances he used during his recovery from a broken leg, while new examinations reveal a doctor’s involvement and a shift in UFC anti-doping oversight. Investigations probe how banned drugs were involved and whether exemptions were properly pursued.
The Knicks have clinched their first NBA title in 53 years after defeating the Spurs in five games. Viewership peaked at 33 million for Game 5, making this the most-watched NBA Finals since 1998. The series averaged 20.6 million viewers, the best since ABC/ESPN began covering the Finals in 2003.
New York’s sports calendar is electric as the Knicks near a Finals run while the World Cup event schedule intensifies in nearby venues. Mayors, athletes and fans are channeling city-wide energy toward a rare convergence of basketball and soccer this summer.
The Dodgers rally to beat the Orioles 6-5 in a walk-off at Chavez Ravine. Roki Sasaki has a strong outing, pacing fastballs near 100 mph and showing growth with breaking balls; Dalton Rushing delivers the decisive hit in the ninth after a tense late game. Betts commits an error that almost breaks the no-hitter, but the Dodgers persevere.
Leagues and players are negotiating changes to the amateur and international drafts and the salary framework. Proposals include reducing rounds, raising age thresholds, and introducing hard signing pools. The talks have intensified as a potential lockout looms beyond 2026.
The MLB controversy over Pride-themed hats has prompted a Justice Department probe and an EEOC reference, as Giants players voiced their beliefs with Bible verses while others opted out. MLB has cautioned players for modifying their caps, saying it violates league rules; officials stress religious liberty and accommodations are at stake. Developments have intensified political and legal scrutiny of sports’ role in Pride celebrations.
The Giants have faced backlash over Pride Night after pitchers wore Bible verses on rainbow caps. Posey has declined to revisit the topic, stating the focus remains on team matters while a broader controversy surrounding rights and identity swirls around MLB.
Vásquez has undergone X-ray testing after a comebacker struck his ankle during a game with the Dodgers. Tests are negative and he remains under observation as the Padres assess further treatment and readiness for his next start.
Dodgers catcher Eliezer Alfonzo makes his major league debut amid tragic news: his sister Eliana and his stepmother Patricia have died in Venezuela following earthquakes, as Alfonzo is called up after years in the minors. Manager Dave Roberts offers support as the team honors the moment.