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Saquon returns, Ionescu still angry and Yankees eye $200m Yamamoto ⚾

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Giants and Yankees in Hot Pursuit: Who Will Snag Japan's Yoshinobu Yamamoto?

All eyes are on Japanese pitching ace Yoshinobu Yamamoto, the next big free agent this offseason. Giants' top brass was recently in Japan, joining Mets and Yankees scouts already circling.

Yamamoto is 25 and buzz suggests he could command a $200M contract.

Why such a frenzy? Giants' Farhan Zaidi calls him "one of the top starting pitchers in the world," while Mets have an edge with Yamamoto's friend, Kodai Senga, already on the roster.

The competition's stiff—Cubs, Dodgers, Red Sox, and others are also heavily scouting Yamamoto. Keep your eyes peeled; this is about to get interesting.

Giants vs. Commanders: Is This Saquon Barkley's Breakout Game? 🏈

In a crucial NFC East clash, the 1-5 Giants look to running back Saquon Barkley to turn their season around. He faces a Commanders’ defense weak against the run. Can Barkley capitalize and lead the Giants to victory?

Jones still not cleared to play❌

Daniel Jones QB has a chance but is still waiting for medical clearance to suit up vs the Commanders this weekend. Brian Dabol refused to rule the QB out fully.

See what the coach had to say on SNY below:

Kelsey Plum's Post-Finals Remarks Ignite Feud Between Aces and Liberty 🏀

After their WNBA Finals win, Las Vegas Aces' Kelsey Plum sparked controversy by questioning the New York Liberty's team unity. Liberty stars Sabrina Ionescu and Jonquel Jones fired back, defending their locker room. Plum later clarified and apologized, but the tension remains palpable.

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