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Brian Mitchell says return men don't get enough Hall of Fame respect
Florida hype video blends history with new regime
Michael Jordan embarrasses camper for asking silly meme question
Lawsuit against Oregon coach Dana Altman dropped
Beltre's 3rd career cycle in Rangers' 12-9 win over Astros (Yahoo Sports)
Adrian Beltre came to bat in the fifth inning looking for a pitch he could hit over the wall. Beltre homered in his fourth at-bat to complete his third career cycle, becoming the first player since the 1930s to accomplish that, in the Texas Rangers’ wild 12-9 victory over the AL West-leading Houston Astros on Monday night. A two-run triple by Beltre in the first inning put the Rangers ahead
Cespedes hits 3 doubles, Mets top Marlins, take NL East lead (Yahoo Sports)
The New York Mets acquired Yoenis Cespedes last week, hoping he would be a big hit in the middle of their lineup. Cespedes hit three doubles and drove in four runs, leading the Mets over the Miami Marlins 12-1 and putting them atop the NL East. ”Very nice, a good night for him,” manager Terry Collins said.
Ravens safety Matt Elam out for season with biceps tear (Yahoo Sports)
Ravens safety Matt Elam will miss the season with a biceps tear. Coach John Harbaugh confirmed after Monday’s practice that the third-year safety would undergo season-ending surgery. Elam injured his biceps while attempting to wrap a receiver during practice on Saturday.
Mariota collides with scout during Titans' night practice (Yahoo Sports)
Marcus Mariota gave the Tennessee Titans a momentary scare Monday night when he scrambled and ran to the sideline where he crashed into a scout. Mariota popped right back up and headed to the sideline after hitting the scout who worked hardest to convince the Titans to draft the Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback. Mariota gave Marv Sunderland a hand to help him back up before running to the huddle.
Use of batboys and girls suspended after 9-year-old's death (Yahoo Sports)
Kaiser Carlile died Sunday, a day after he was hit by a follow-through swing near the on-deck circle during the Liberal Bee Jays’ game in Wichita. During an emotional news conference Monday, Kaiser was remembered as an energetic, happy boy who loved being part of the Bee Jays. Manager Adam Anderson and several players said he inspired them to always work hard, have fun and win.