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Mayfield shines again, Buccaneers stay unbeaten with 27-17 victory over struggling Bears

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:48:22 GMT

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Baker Mayfield is determined to make the most of an opportunity to jump-start his NFL career with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.The No. 1 overall pick from the 2018 draft passed for 317 yards and a touchdown in Tampa Bay's 27-17 victory over the struggling Chicago Bears on Sunday.With Mayfield playing turnover-free ball for the second straight week and Mike Evans catching six balls for 171 yards, the Bucs (2-0) handed the sputtering Bears a franchise-record 12th consecutive loss dating to last season.“If you don’t turn it over you give yourself a chance to win,” Bucs coach Todd Bowles said after Mayfield completed 26 of 34 passes and also bailed out tight end David Wells by recovering a fumble that bounced 11 yards backward to the Chicago 32.Evans delivered his second TD catch of the season on the next play.“He’s savvy. He has a good feel for the game and what’s around him. And the awareness he has around him helps him out a great deal,” Bowles said of Mayfield, who is...

Walker's late tiebreaking homer lifts Cardinals to 6-5 win over Phillies

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:48:22 GMT

ST. LOUIS (AP) — Jordan Walker hit a tiebreaking homer in the eighth inning and Paul Goldschmidt drove in three runs to lead the St. Louis Cardinals over the Philadelphia Phillies 6-5 on Sunday.St. Louis avoided a season sweep after losing its first five meetings with the Phillies this year.Alec Bohm homered for Philadelphia, which leads the NL wild-card race.Walker homered off Seranthony Domínguez (4-5) with two outs to snap a 5-all tie.John King (2-1) allowed one run in one inning for the win, and Ryan Helsley earned his 11th save in 15 opportunities.Goldschmidt broke a 3-all tie with a solo homer in the fifth. Alec Burleson followed with a double and Nolan Arenado singled to push the St. Louis lead to 5-3.Bohm launched a solo homer in the top of the eighth, and Nick Castellanos tied the score with an RBI single.Goldschmidt had a two-run double in the third.Cardinals starter Dakota Hudson, who went 4-1 in August, permitted three runs and five hits in five innings.Philadelphia star...

Broncos 24, Commanders 28: Live updates and highlights from the NFL Week 2 game

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:48:22 GMT

Sean Payton and the Broncos are looking to bounce back from their narrow 17-16 loss to the Raiders in Week 1. Stick here for live updates and analysis as Denver takes on the Commanders at Empower Field at Mile High.Live updatesFourth-quarter analysis — Broncos 24, Commanders 28Matt Schubert, sports editor (4:59 p.m.) The Commanders take their first lead of the game after Brian Robinson Jr. plunges into the end zone from two yards out. The big play on the drive: a dump off to Antonio Gibson that went for 36 yards and saw linebacker Alex Singelton get thoroughly dominated on the edge. Commanders 28, Broncos 24 with 13:25 to go.Sean Keeler, sports writer (4:58 p.m.) Since midway through the second stanza, the Broncos have been outscored … 25-3. I thought this coaching staff was … better? Wasn’t that what it said on the front of the box?Third-quarter analysis — Broncos 24, Commanders 21Matt Schubert, sports editor (4:55 p.m.) Grab the Pepto, this is going to be stressf...

2 models found dead in downtown Los Angeles: what we know 

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:48:22 GMT

Police are searching for any clues that could help them find the perpetrator or perpetrators involved in the killings of two models in downtown Los Angeles in the span of one week. The first woman whose death was announced was identified 31-year-old model and real estate agent Maleesa Mooney. She was found dead in her luxury apartment in Bunker Hill on Tuesday by officers conducting a welfare check after she abruptly stopped answering calls or texts from her family.  Authorities looking into whether car seen on surveillance video has connection to LASD deputy’s death “When a week went by, we just knew something was off,” said Bailey Babb, Maleesa Mooney’s cousin. “Her messages weren’t delivering and we knew something was up because we all have a special relationship with Maleesa.” Maleesa Mooney as seen in an undated photo. (Courtesy: Jourdin Pauline)Police did not release any details about any possible injuries or a possible cause of death for Mooney, however they did confirm th...

Strong A’s prospect debut can’t prevent first ever Padres sweep against Oakland

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:48:22 GMT

OAKLAND — A’s manager Mark Kotsay didn’t hide his biggest concern. Joe Boyle had command issues in the minor leagues the team feared would translate into the pitcher’s Major League debut on Sunday afternoon.But Boyle’s command issues didn’t overshadow the talent. The 24-year-old rookie threw three scoreless innings, allowing just one hit with four strikeouts in his big league debut against the potent San Diego Padres lineup.He walked two batters, but struck out star Fernando Tatis Jr. twice and, through his start, threw a high-90 mph four-seam fastball that topped out at 100ph, a cutter that reached 92 mph and peppered in seven curveballs. But his performance wasn’t enough to prevent a 10-1 loss and first ever three-game Padres sweep of the A’s.The Padres got to Ken Waldichuk, who came in as the A’s featured pitcher, for two runs on four hits in the fourth inning. Manny Machado doubled while Luis Campusano and Eguy Rosario collec...

SF Giants’ offense comes to life to avoid sweep vs. Rockies, but is it too late?

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:48:22 GMT

DENVER — The San Francisco Giants must have been wondering as the sixth inning went on, hit after hit, run after run, where was all this offense when they needed it?A dozen men came to bat and eight of them crossed the plate, practically matching their offensive output from the first three games of this series and providing just enough fuel to at least salvage one win, 11-10, in the four-game set against the National League’s bottom feeders.The final out sailed into Thairo Estrada’s glove at second base, and J.D. Davis hung his head with his hands on his knees, a clear sense of relief, after Camilo Doval nearly let the club’s rare offensive outburst go to waste while surrendering four runs in the bottom of the ninth, allowing the Charlie Blackmon to step in against Taylor Rogers as the would-be winning run.Blackmon hit a soft liner into Estrada’s glove for the final out, ending a game that exuded Coors Field all over it, after the teams seemed to forget they ...

Berkeley tests new emergency siren system, urges residents to be prepared for fires

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:48:22 GMT

An eerie three-tone chime rang out over Berkeley at 12 p.m. Sunday afternoon, the sound echoing through the trees at Live Oak Park as city officials looked on.“This is a test of the city of Berkeley’s outdoor warning system,” a disembodied voice said, followed by applause from a crowd that had gathered. “This is only a test.”For an event commemorating the 100-year anniversary of a wildfire that destroyed much of North Berkeley, the “Fire Ready Fest” was a decidedly chipper affair. Children pranced through little hula hoops adorned with paper flames. Adults posed with a giant lion mascot dressed in a Cal Fire uniform. Families sat eating lunch in the park grass.Although the event had the energy of a summer farmers market, the eerie chime was a fresh reminder that, even a century later, Berkeley residents face a unique set of wildfire risks.“Wildfire has always been part of our history in Berkeley, and our landscape,” said Berkeley Fire Chief David Sprague. “We understand the signific...

San Jose man and juvenile arrested for allegedly shooting two people in July

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:48:22 GMT

(BCN) -- San Jose police said Sunday they arrested two people they believe responsible for shooting and killing a juvenile and wounding a man in July. Police said they arrested 19-year-old Rodolfo Stagi of San Jose and a juvenile on Aug. 25 in Morgan Hill. At approximately 8:50 p.m. July 8, officers responded to a report of a shooting near the area of E. William and S. 10th streets. Arriving officers found an adult male and a juvenile male suffering from at least one gunshot wound each. Former NFL player missing, mother found dead in Illinois creek The adult was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The juvenile victim was transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead. It was the city's 21st homicide, police said Sunday. The suspects were booked on suspicion of homicide and attempted homicide charges at Santa Clara County Main Jail and Juvenile Hall. Investigators ask anyone with information about the shootin...

Oakland chef showcases signature burger ahead of National Cheeseburger Day

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:48:22 GMT

(KRON) -- Monday is National Cheeseburger Day! What better way than to celebrate with a tasty burger? This is Giants manager Gabe Kapler’s favorite burger spot in SF Matt Horn is the chef and owner of "Matty's Old Fashioned" in Oakland. Watch KRON4's interview with the chef in the video player above.

Fiji upends Australia in Rugby World Cup boilover. South Africa and England roll on

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:48:22 GMT

SAINT-ETIENNE, France (AP) — Fiji defeated Australia 22-15 for the first time in 69 years and sent a jolt of euphoria through the Rugby World Cup on Sunday.A week after an agonizing loss to Wales when the last pass was spilled with the tryline open, the Fijians had to win in Saint-Etienne to stay in the hunt for their first quarterfinal in 16 years. They lived to fight on while putting the heat back on Wales and Australia, who meet next Sunday. One of the trio won’t make it out of Pool C.Famed for being rugby’s greatest ad-libbers, Fiji put the razzle-dazzle away and won in a very un-Fijian traditional way: Breakdown domination, brick-wall defense, and relentless commitment for 80 minutes.The Fijians were disciplined, composed and clinical in a heavily defensive game of few chances. Flanker Levani Botia and inside back Josua Tuisova led them with three turnovers each.“I’m emotionally drained,” said Simon Raiwalui, Fiji’s coach only since February. “I couldn’t be prouder.”This result...