Codi Heuer, a baseball pitcher previously with the Detroit Tigers, has signed a minor-league deal with the Cleveland Guardians. Heuer is working to return to the major leagues after surgery and injury and has been invited to the Guardians' spring training.
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Codi Heuer is a pitcher who was released by the Detroit Tigers.
Heuer signed a minor-league contract with the Cleveland Guardians.
The contract includes an invitation to major league spring training.
He made a return to the major leagues this year after surgery and injury.
Heuer previously played for the Chicago White Sox, Chicago Cubs, and Texas Rangers.
Heuer has a career 3.67 earned run average (ERA) in 89 major league appearances.
His slider pitch had a high success rate this year, which interested the Guardians.
Cleveland is known for effectively developing pitching talent.
Liverpool's Alexander Isak is expected to be out for several months due to an ankle injury with a fibula fracture caused by a tackle from Tottenham's Micky van de Ven. The incident took place during Liverpool's 2-1 victory over Tottenham. The challenge was described as reckless by Liverpool's manager, Arne Slot.
Key Facts
Alexander Isak plays for Liverpool and is an international player for Sweden.
Isak sustained a fracture to his left leg after a tackle by Micky van de Ven during a match.
The incident happened as Isak was scoring in Liverpool's 2-1 win against Tottenham.
Isak had surgery to treat his ankle injury, which included a fibula fracture.
Liverpool's manager, Arne Slot, described the challenge as reckless.
Former Liverpool player Jamie Carragher commented that such challenges are sometimes necessary in the game.
The tackle and injury are part of ongoing discussions about foul play and player safety in football.
Carmelo Hayes, a wrestler from WWE's "SmackDown" brand, won his first major title on the main roster. He became the WWE United States Champion after defeating Ilja Dragunov. This win marks a significant moment in his wrestling career.
Key Facts
Carmelo Hayes is a wrestler on WWE's "SmackDown."
Hayes won the WWE United States Championship.
He answered an open challenge by Ilja Dragunov and won.
This was Hayes' first title win on the main WWE roster.
Hayes had previously failed to win the title due to interference from Tommaso Ciampa.
It is uncertain if Hayes will continue with open challenge matches during his title reign.
There might still be ongoing rivalry issues between Hayes and Ciampa.
Georgia's football coach, Kirby Smart, is preparing his team for the Sugar Bowl where they will play against Ole Miss. Ole Miss recently experienced a coaching change as Lane Kiffin took a new job at LSU, with Pete Golding stepping in as the head coach. Both teams aim for a spot in the College Football Playoff semifinals.
Key Facts
Georgia will face Ole Miss in the Sugar Bowl.
Lane Kiffin left Ole Miss to become the head coach at LSU.
Pete Golding is now the head coach of Ole Miss.
Charlie Weis Jr. remains as offensive coordinator during the transition.
Ole Miss won their first playoff game against Tulane without Kiffin.
Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss performed strongly, contributing significantly to their win.
The winner of the Sugar Bowl between Georgia and Ole Miss will advance to the College Football Playoff semifinals.
Georgia and Ole Miss last played against each other in October, with Georgia winning 43-35.
The article discusses the Fantasy Premier League (FPL) picks for the week, highlighting key players from Liverpool and Arsenal as top choices due to their current performances and upcoming matches. The selections are made to fit within a budget, simulating a game scenario called a Free Hit. Players like Hugo Ekitike from Liverpool and multiple Arsenal defenders are recommended based on recent results and favorable matchups.
Key Facts
The team is selected within a £100m budget, similar to the Free Hit option in FPL.
Liverpool players are prioritized due to strong recent performances and an upcoming match against Wolves.
Arsenal defenders, such as David Raya and Jurrien Timber, are recommended based on their numerous clean sheets and a good matchup against Brighton.
Hugo Ekitike from Liverpool is highlighted as a key player due to his current form.
Wolves have struggled offensively, which makes Liverpool and Arsenal defenses appealing choices.
The article includes tips for replacing injured players like Bruno Fernandes with in-form options like Mason Mount from Manchester United.
Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa is noted for his remarkable recent performance, despite facing Chelsea away.
Alabama's football team won a game against Oklahoma, but soon after, their quarterbacks coach, Nick Sheridan, accepted a job as the offensive coordinator at Michigan State. Sheridan has been with Alabama since Kalen DeBoer became the head coach.
Key Facts
Alabama's football team beat Oklahoma after initially trailing 17-0.
The win was partly due to Oklahoma's mistakes in the second quarter.
Alabama's quarterbacks coach, Nick Sheridan, is leaving to join Michigan State as the new offensive coordinator.
Sheridan initially joined Alabama as the tight ends coach.
He became Alabama's quarterbacks coach and co-offensive coordinator after former offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb left for the NFL.
Nick Sheridan previously coached at South Florida and Western Kentucky and played quarterback at Michigan.
He is expected to be part of Alabama's coaching staff for their upcoming Rose Bowl game.
There is ongoing discussion within WWE about signing AEW wrestler Danhausen, whose contract expires in February. Some WWE insiders are interested in him, but others doubt his wrestling skills and presentation. Danhausen, known for his unique style and popularity, has been active outside AEW.
Key Facts
Danhausen's contract with AEW ends in February due to time added for injury recovery.
There is interest from some WWE groups in signing him, but others have doubts.
Danhausen is popular for his unique style and ability to sell merchandise.
He has not been part of AEW's main shows since his injury return.
Danhausen has remained active in independent wrestling circuits throughout 2025.
He made his AEW debut in 2022 during a match featuring top wrestlers.
WWE is planning to move several "NXT" wrestlers, including Je'Von Evans, to its main roster. Evans was recently highlighted as a "free agent" who could join any brand. This move is part of WWE's efforts to refresh its main roster with new talent.
Key Facts
WWE plans to move several "NXT" wrestlers to its main roster brands like "Raw" and "SmackDown."
Je'Von Evans, during a "Raw" episode, was presented as a "free agent" available to sign with any brand.
PWInsider reports that Evans and other "NXT" stars from "Saturday Night's Main Event" will likely join "Raw" or "SmackDown."
Some notable "NXT" talents featured recently include Evans, Oba Femi, Joe Hendry, and Sol Ruca.
Je'Von Evans and Leon Slater recently competed for the WWE World Tag Team Championship but did not win.
Oba Femi's recent match against Cody Rhodes ended without a decisive winner due to interference.
Sol Ruca achieved a significant victory against Bayley in a singles match.
Certain "NXT" roster members, like Page, might remain because CW Network wants WWE to keep some experienced veterans on "NXT."
Texas Tech head coach Joey McGuire criticized Notre Dame for not being part of a conference, suggesting it affects their chances in the college football playoff selection. McGuire believes that if Notre Dame joined a conference, they could avoid exclusion from the playoffs. Notre Dame fans are upset as the team was not chosen for the playoff, while Alabama and Miami were.
Key Facts
Texas Tech head coach Joey McGuire criticized Notre Dame for being independent and not in a conference.
McGuire spoke before a game against Oregon on New Year's Day.
Notre Dame was left out of the National Championship playoff; Alabama and Miami were chosen instead.
Notre Dame's exclusion from the playoffs has upset their fans.
McGuire suggests that being in a conference could secure Notre Dame's playoff spot.
Notre Dame's independence allows them to manage their own TV deals and schedule.
Notre Dame prioritizes maintaining its independence, which can impact its playoff chances.
McGuire respects BYU for joining a conference and not playing an independent schedule.
Mohamed Salah scored a last-minute goal to help Egypt win 2-1 against Zimbabwe in their first match at the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 in Morocco. Egypt fell behind when Zimbabwe scored in the first half, but Omar Marmoush equalized, and Salah secured the victory in the closing moments.
Key Facts
Mohamed Salah scored the winning goal for Egypt in stoppage time.
Egypt won 2-1 against Zimbabwe at the Africa Cup of Nations 2025.
The match took place in Morocco.
Egypt fell behind after a first-half goal from Zimbabwe’s Prince Dube.
Omar Marmoush equalized for Egypt in the 64th minute.
This was Salah's first start after being on the bench for four games at his club.
Egypt is now at the top of Group B with South Africa.
Egypt had drawn their previous six matches in the last two AFCON tournaments before this win.
England's cricket team is looking into reports that some players drank heavily during a break between Ashes Test matches in Australia. The squad was seen drinking in the town of Noosa, and England's cricket director, Rob Key, expressed concerns about excessive drinking. Key is investigating what happened to understand the facts better.
Key Facts
England's cricket team took a break in Noosa, Australia, during the Ashes series.
Reports suggest some players drank a lot during this break and in Brisbane before the second Test.
England lost the Ashes series to Australia, who took a 3-0 lead in 11 days.
Rob Key, England's director of cricket, is investigating the drinking claims.
Key mentioned that a culture of excessive drinking is not acceptable.
An earlier incident involved players Harry Brook and Jacob Bethell allegedly drinking before a match in New Zealand.
Players have been away from home for extended tours in New Zealand, Australia, and other countries.
The Noosa break was planned before the Ashes tour started.
Europe's golf team won the Ryder Cup in the United States for the first time in 13 years, with a final score of 15 to 13 points. After a strong performance in earlier rounds, the European team held off a comeback attempt by the U.S. team in the singles matches.
Key Facts
The Ryder Cup is a prestigious golf tournament between teams from Europe and the United States.
Europe secured their victory at the event held in the U.S. with a final score of 15 to 13.
Viktor Hovland from the European team had to sit out due to a neck injury, affecting the matchups.
Bob MacIntyre, a European player, was urged to secure crucial half points for his team.
Tyrell Hatton's match ended in a tie, helping Europe reach the necessary 14.5 points to win.
Shane Lowry contributed significantly by securing a tie with a late birdie putt.
Europe built a seven-point lead over the first two days of matches.
The U.S. team had a strong showing in the singles matches but couldn't overcome Europe's lead.
Manchester City is preparing for the eventual departure of their current manager, Pep Guardiola. City has started identifying candidates who might replace him. Several potential successors are being considered both from within the Premier League and from European clubs.
Key Facts
Pep Guardiola has been with Manchester City for nine years, winning the English Premier League six times.
Guardiola mentioned that Manchester City needs to plan for his departure.
City has begun the process of identifying possible candidates to succeed Guardiola.
Enzo Maresca, currently managing Chelsea, is one of the potential candidates linked to the position.
Unai Emery, who has improved Aston Villa's performance, is also mentioned as a contender.
Luis Enrique, former manager of Paris St-Germain, is among the European candidates being considered.
Vincent Kompany, who previously captained Manchester City, is a popular choice due to his past success with the team.
The family of Ken Goodall, a former Irish rugby player, is asking for the return of his international caps that were stolen from their home in 1987. Goodall earned 19 caps playing for Ireland between 1967 and 1970, and these were the only items taken during the break-in. The family hopes to get the caps back even after all these years.
Key Facts
Ken Goodall was an Irish rugby player who won 19 international caps for Ireland.
His caps were stolen during a break-in at his family home in Londonderry in 1987.
The caps were the only items taken during the break-in.
Goodall played his first international match for Ireland against Australia in 1967 and his last in 1970 against Wales.
He also played for Ulster, Newcastle University, and the British Lions, among others.
The Goodall family recently got back another of Ken's caps from his British Lions tour in 1968.
The caps are significant for the family, and they have publicly appealed for their return.
Charlie, who faced multiple periods of homelessness, found solace and purpose in ice skating. With support from the charity Roundabout, he went from being homeless to representing Great Britain in international ice skating competitions, even winning gold medals. Ice skating has also helped him express himself and set new goals for his future.
Key Facts
Charlie became homeless three times, initially due to family issues and financial difficulties.
He tried to take his own life during his last period of homelessness.
The charity Roundabout helped him find housing and provided counseling support.
Charlie took up ice skating to make friends and quickly developed a passion for it.
He represented Great Britain at the Celje Ice Cup in Slovenia and won gold medals.
He practices ice skating for 20 hours weekly while also working and studying.
Ice skating has taught Charlie discipline and helped him express his emotions.
Australia will be without captain Pat Cummins and spinner Nathan Lyon for the remaining Ashes series matches against England. Cummins is resting due to a back injury, while Lyon recovers from hamstring surgery. Steve Smith will lead the team, and Todd Murphy and Jhye Richardson will join the squad.
Key Facts
Australia leads the Ashes series 3-0 against England.
Pat Cummins is resting his back to avoid long-term injury concerns.
Nathan Lyon had surgery on a hamstring injury with no set recovery time.
Steve Smith will captain the team in Cummins' absence.
Todd Murphy will replace Lyon, and Jhye Richardson will take Cummins' place.
The fourth Test begins on Friday (23:30 GMT, Thursday).
The series win secures the Ashes for Australia, and they aim for a 5-0 sweep.
Lyon injured his hamstring during the third Test while fielding.
Michigan is searching for a new head coach to replace Sherrone Moore. Alabama's Kalen DeBoer was initially considered but now the focus has shifted to Louisville head coach Jeff Brohm. The decision may happen soon after Louisville's upcoming Boca Raton Bowl game.
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Michigan is looking to hire a new head coach to replace Sherrone Moore.
January 2 is the target date for hiring, aligning with the opening of the transfer portal.
Alabama's Kalen DeBoer was originally considered for the position.
Michigan's current focus is on Jeff Brohm, the head coach at Louisville.
Brohm has been successful with a 27-12 record at Louisville over three seasons.
Michigan might decide to pursue Brohm after the Boca Raton Bowl game.
Brohm is also being closely watched by other sports news sources for the role.
An NBA insider, Tom Haberstroh, suggests that the Los Angeles Lakers trade Austin Reaves to the New Orleans Pelicans for two young players, Trey Murphy III and Herb Jones. The goal is to create a better team around their star player, Luka Doncic, by addressing overlapping skills and improving overall team efficiency.
Key Facts
The Los Angeles Lakers are considering trading player Austin Reaves.
NBA insider Tom Haberstroh suggests trading Reaves for Trey Murphy III and Herb Jones from the New Orleans Pelicans.
The trade aims to build a stronger team around Luka Doncic, a key player for the Lakers.
Trey Murphy III is 25 years old and averages 21.2 points per game, known for his 3-point shooting and dunking skills.
Herb Jones, 27, is regarded as a strong defender and a capable 3-point shooter.
The proposal includes trading players Reaves, Gabe Vincent, Maxi Kleber, and a future first-round pick.
There is concern that Reaves, although performing well, overlaps too much with Doncic and LeBron James in offensive skills.
Reaves is currently having an All-Star level season but will be a free agent soon, allowing him to consider offers from other teams.
During a basketball game against the Orlando Magic, Golden State Warriors' Draymond Green and head coach Steve Kerr had a heated argument. Green left the court after the altercation and did not return, but the Warriors won the game 120-97. Both Green and Kerr shared that they do not expect the incident to cause ongoing issues for the team.
Key Facts
The argument between Draymond Green and Steve Kerr happened in the third quarter of the game.
After the argument, Green left the court and did not come back for the rest of the game.
The Golden State Warriors won the game with a score of 120-97.
Stephen Curry scored 26 points, Jimmy Butler added 21, and Moses Moody scored 20 points for the Warriors.
After the game, Green stated he left to cool off and did not expect it to impact future team dynamics.
The Warriors' next game is scheduled for Christmas Day against the Dallas Mavericks.
The Warriors' current season record stands at 15 wins and 15 losses.
President Donald Trump plans to host a UFC event at the White House next summer. Some UFC fighters who once supported him are now criticizing the event, comparing it to an exclusive gathering for the wealthy. They express disappointment over its restricted access and have voiced concerns about the administration's actions and alliances.
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President Donald Trump plans to hold a UFC event at the White House next summer.
Some UFC fighters who previously supported Trump criticize the event for not including regular fans.
The event is part of a larger celebration for America’s 250th birthday.
UFC President Dana White is organizing the event, which will be invite-only, with fewer than 5,000 attendees due to security restrictions.
Criticism among fighters includes their disagreement with Trump's policies and their perception of the event as elitist.
Fighters like Sean Strickland and Brandon Royval have publicly voiced their opposition, comparing the event to a scenario from "The Hunger Games."
Despite criticism, the UFC plans to broadcast the fight on CBS, with around 85,000 expected to watch from a nearby park.
Dana White and the UFC are making significant financial investments in staging the event, including expenses for re-sodding the South Lawn.
