BALL

Feb 11 2026SPORTS

Cubs Give a Comeback Pitcher a Second Chance

Kyle Wright, who once threw for 21 wins in a season with the Braves, has signed a minor‑league contract with the Cubs and earned an invitation to spring training. The 30‑year‑old right‑hander is aiming for his first major league start in three years. Wright was the fifth overall pick in the draft

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Feb 11 2026SPORTS

Short‑Lead Lesson: A Game‑Changing Decision

Isiah Kiner‑Falefa was on the field in Game 7 of the World Series, ready to run from third base. He had a short lead—just 7. 8 feet—because his coach told him to keep the runner close, a rule that had been used all season. The ball hit by Daulton Varsho fell near the ground, and Kiner‑Falefa had to

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Feb 10 2026SPORTS

Lilly Gerwert Leads Bellwood‑Antis Past Tyrone Despite Illness

Bellwood‑Antis girls’ senior Lilly Gerwert faced a tough time with illness as the season closed. She said she still felt unwell but was motivated by her coach’s pep talk. Gerwert pushed through the pain to spark a strong third quarter and finished with 21 points, 12 in the final period. The

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Feb 10 2026POLITICS

Oregon Groups Pull Back on Constitution Rights Plan

A coalition that wanted to add abortion, transgender health care and same‑sex marriage rights to Oregon’s constitution has decided not to push the proposal onto voters this November. The group, made up of Basic Rights Oregon, the ACLU of Oregon and Planned Parenthood Advocates, began working on t

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Feb 10 2026SPORTS

Delaware High School Sports: New Teams Join the Ranks

The latest week of Delaware high school sports rankings brings fresh faces into the spotlight. In boys basketball, Dover tops the list with a 15‑1 record, followed by Tatnall and Cape Henlopen. St. Georges moves into the top five after a strong finish, while Salesianum and Middletown secure spots in

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Feb 10 2026SPORTS

Thunder Outsmart Lakers in Thrilling Battle

The Oklahoma City Thunder proved they are still a tough opponent even without their star Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander, who missed the game with an abdominal strain. The Los Angeles Lakers had to face a champion team that was missing their own key player, Luka Dončić, who sat out because of a hamstring

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Feb 10 2026SPORTS

Syracuse’s Slow‑Start to Women’s Basketball Glory

Syracuse University has finally started to recognize its women athletes, but the celebration feels like a long‑running marathon that was only finished after many years. The university’s most famous female runner, who first challenged the Boston Marathon in 1967, had to persuade campus leaders bef

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Feb 10 2026SPORTS

Wildcats Face a Tough Test on Short Rest

Arizona’s basketball squad is heading back to one of the most intense arenas in the country, but this time they have only a single day to recover from their previous game. The Wildcats will confront the No. 14‑ranked Kansas team in Allen Fieldhouse, a venue known for its loud and passionate crowd. T

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Feb 10 2026SPORTS

High‑School Hoops Highlights: Wins, Shutouts and Big Runs

In the Bay City area, girls’ basketball teams are making headlines with a mix of close battles and dominant performances. A standout moment came when Beaverton faced off against No. 8 Hemlock, a game that kept both teams on their toes until the final seconds. Beaverton started strong but fell behind

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Feb 08 2026SPORTS

Nebraska Beats Rutgers Thanks to a Strong Finish

The Nebraska football team won a close game against Rutgers. They did it by staying patient and playing solid defense for the last part of the match. The game was not a blow‑out. Both teams traded points early, but Nebraska’s offense slowed down in the first half. In the second half Rienk Ma

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