The Guardians have a storied history of discovering backstop talent from Venezuela. Look to 1996, when the organization signed a switch-hitting catcher from Ciudad Bolívar, Victor Martinez. After three All-Star seasons and 900 hits with Cleveland,

Wembanyama was born and raised in Le Chesnay-Rocquencourt, a western Paris suburb, and has made it a focus this week to introduce his teammates to Parisian culture and the life he led before he became the NBA Rookie of the Year and likely next face of the league.

With this in mind, the Guardians could also use Martinez as a "super-utility" player who could give some of Cleveland's stars, such as Jose Ramirez or Kwan, days off when needed. He has put in work and both the outfield and infield this offseason, which could hint at what role Martinez could have in 2025.

Anthony Santander and the Blue Jays sounded like baseball soulmates Tuesday afternoon as he slid on that crisp white jersey for the first time. It’s the love story this organization needs after a year stacked with heartbreaks.

Bruno Fernandes scored from the penalty spot with Man United's only shot on target against Brighton and he could make his 50th Europa League appearances in an advanced role alongside Amad Diallo, while Rasmus Hojlund will be looking to replace Joshua Zirkzee up front.

But Detroit (21-21) is ninth in the East this time around. Former Oklahoma State star Cade Cunningham has a chance to earn an All-Star selection, and new additions such as Malik Beasley and Tim Hardaway Jr. have added some much-needed 3-point shooting.

NORFOLK – Four champions led the Grand Island Senior High girls wrestling team at the Heartland Athletic Conference Tournament. Addisyn Gates (105 pounds), Anyia Roberts (155), Fabi Cortez (170) and Ali Edwards (235) won titles for the Islanders, who finished third with 166 points.

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ATHLETICS — Agreed to terms on minor league contracts with SS/RHP Shotaro Morii, RHPs Ricardo Osorio, Edwin Mendoza and Jesus Delgado, OFs Carlos Salmeron and Breyson Guedez, and C Aiverson Barazarte.

Tigers’ big-ticket signings: The Tigers signed Venezuelan shortstops Javier Osorio ($2.2 million) and Samuel Gil ($1.2 million), both of whom were consensus top-25 prospects. Gil put in a full season at Class A Lakeland in 2024.

Fresh details have emerged of what was said during a fiery exchange between Emiliano Martinez and Jack Grealish during Aston Villa's 2-1 win over Manchester City on Saturday afternoon.

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