The Baseball Writers’ Association of America announced the Baseball Hall of Fame’s Class of 2022 on Tuesday, with former Boston Red Sox slugger David Ortiz becoming the only player eligible to gain induction into the HOF this year. Ortiz was named on 307 of the 394 ballots (77.9%). During his 20-year career, Ortiz collected 541 …
Monthly Archives: January 2022
New Orleans Saints’ Sean Payton announces retirement after 15 seasons as head coach
New Orleans Saints’ head coach Sean Payton is retiring after 15 years with the organization. Payton informed New Orleans of his decision Tuesday. Payton has three years remaining on his deal with the Saints after signing his latest extension in 2019. During a press conference, Payton thanked Saints owner Gayle Benson and her late husband, …
Broadway actor James Snyder fired from ‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’ over misconduct complaint
‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’ star James Snyder, who held the title role in the show, was fired from the Broadway production following a complaint about his conduct. Snyder’s co-star Diane Davis filed the complaint about his conduct on Nov. 19, leading to the production launching an independent investigation by a third party. Snyder …
Michael Madsen’s son Hudson dies by suicide at age 26
Hudson Madsen, the 26-year-old son of actor Michael Madsen, has died by suicide.The family confirmed Hudson’s death in a statement reading: “We are heartbroken and overwhelmed with grief and pain at the loss of Hudson. His memory and light will be remembered by all who knew and loved him. We ask for privacy and respect …
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Wall Street recovers from early losses after investors jump in before the closing bell
The stock market recovered from big early losses on Monday after investors jumped in before the closing bell. The Dow Jones Industrial Average swung 1,217 points and closed up 0.3% after dropping 1,000 points as investors worried over possible conflict between Russia and Ukraine, and anticipated inflation-fighting measures from the Federal Reserve. The price of …
Pentagon announces 8,500 troops are on ‘heightened alert’ amid Russia-Ukraine tensions
The Pentagon announced Monday it has put up to 8,500 U.S. troops on heightened alert to deploy to Eastern Europe amid escalating tensions over Russia’s build-up of troops on its border with Ukraine. Defense Department press secretary John Kirby told reporters that “prepare to deploy orders” had been issued by Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to …
Milwaukee Bucks Grayson Allen suspended one game for ‘excessive’ foul on Chicago Bulls’ Alex Caruso
The NBA announced the suspension of Milwaukee Bucks guard Grayson Allen for one game without pay for a hard foul on Chicago Bulls’ guard Alex Caruso in the third quarter of the Bucks game against the Bulls on Friday. NBA president of league operations Byron Spruell said in a news release that Allen’s contact was …
Five-star linebacker Harold Perkins announces he has decommited from Texas A&M
Five-star linebacker Harold Perkins announced Monday that he has decommitted from Texas A&M. Perkins, the No. 1 linebacker in the 2022 class and the No. 4 overall prospect in the country (according to the 247Sports Composite Rating), announced the news on Instagram. He initially committed to the Aggies during the Under Armour All-American Game on …
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Chelsea Handler’s memoir ‘Life Will Be The Death Of Me’ to be made into new comedy series at Peacock
Chelsea Handler is set to star in a brand new comedy series at Peacock, based on her memoir, “Life Will Be the Death of Me”, which was released in 2019. Handler will star in the half-hour show, as well as executive produce with Liz Tuccillo of Chelsea Handler Productions. The show will ‘center on Chelsea in …
Take a look at the teaser photos for Netflix’s ‘Bridgerton’ Season 2
Netflix gave fans a sneak peek at Season 2 of Bridgerton by releasing eight new teaser photos on Twitter of what is coming up on the series’ upcoming sophomore season. One photo shows Kate (Simone Ashley) and Anthony (Jonathan Bailey) having a romantic moment on the dance floor. Another photo has Kate shown with her …
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