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CBS News
8 hours ago
- Sport
- CBS News
White Sox's Colson Montgomery is confident as he thrives in the Major Leagues
As the White Sox got swept in Kansas City, Colson Montgomery cooled off — going 2-for-13 at the plate. But the 23-year-old slugging shortstop is one of the young talents sparking hope for the future on the South Side. Montgomery explained in a one-on-one interview with CBS News Chicago how he made up his mind to live up to the first-round pick hype. He was the No. 22 overall pick in the 2021 Draft, though he only made his first Major League appearance recently. "I feel like when I go up there and I try to do what I want to do, things usually — I'm a lot more comfortable up there than when you go up there and you're thinking about, what's his best pitch? What does he want to do to me?" he said. "So I think it's pretty much just doing what I want to do at the plate." Montgomery made the jump to the Big Leagues this year. In April, Montgomery was sent to the White Sox facility in Arizona for two weeks, and then returned to Triple-A Charlotte Knights before the White Sox recalled him in July. He said the adversity and struggles this season have all been a learning experience. "It's like I've told some people before — I'm not going to sit here and, you know, throw a little pity party about everything I had to go through, and feel sorry for me, because you know, I needed to go through that, you know?" he said. "Early in my career in the lower levels, I had a lot of success, so I kind of got punched in the mouth, and I feel like you can really respond two ways, you know? You can go in hiding, or you can kind of try to do whatever you can to get out of it, and I had a lot of support with the White Sox really believing in me, and that was kind of one of the big things that helped me." Montgomery made his Major League debut with the White Sox on July 4, and has taken off in the weeks since. He made an impressive diving, over-the-shoulder catch in the second inning in that game — which the Sox won 3-2 — and hit a 452-foot home run when the Sox took on the Cleveland Guardians last weekend. He was asked what his favorite moment in his short time in the Majors has been. "I think one of the best moments is just when we're winning. You know, my first series in Colorado — being able to win that series — that was pretty special. And then coming out of All-Star break — first sweep in the Big Leagues, you know, with the Pirates," Montgomery said. "So I think just all the moments with these guys in winning I think are the best." Montgomery also said he is sticking "100%" with torpedo bats, Torpedo bats Sticking with 100% "It's like a thing as a hitter, you know? Once you — it's like certain batting gloves, certain bats you just feel most comfortable in, and that's one of the biggest things in the boxes—just feel as comfortable as you can — and I don't know, when I feel like I have any kind of bat in my hand, I feel like I'm dangerous, you know?" he said. "But I don't know, I like the torpedo, and I guess it likes me too."
Malaysian Reserve
14-06-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Sport Clips Haircuts Hosts National Signing Days
Recruiting Top Styling Talent Ready for the Big Leagues GEORGETOWN, Texas, June 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Styling professionals looking to take their careers to the next level will get to swing big when Sport Clips Haircuts hosts its annual National Signing Days on June 17 and 18 at participating locations. Much like a draft day for the beauty industry, this two-day event offers guaranteed interviews, same-day job offers for qualified candidates, and a chance to join a team known for developing all-star talent. Known as the leading haircare provider for men and boys, Sport Clips is calling on licensed stylists and barbers ready to bring their A-game to a high-performance environment. With top-tier training programs, a team-first culture, and a track record of promoting from within, Sport Clips is scouting professionals ready to make a strong play for their future. 'National Signing Days are about more than filling positions behind the chairs—they're about finding team members who want to grow, thrive, and succeed,' said Julie Vargas, a licensed stylist who has grown her career to become Sport Clips Haircuts' vice president of career opportunities. 'We provide the support and structure to help stylists advance their careers, and we're proud to welcome the next wave of talent during this event.' Sport Clips locations across the country will open their doors for on-the-spot interviews and instant offers. Stylists will also be entered for a chance to win a $100 Amazon gift card, which will be distributed to the winners after the event. Appointments are available Tuesday, June 17, from 4 – 7 p.m. local time and Wednesday, June 18, from noon – 3 p.m. local time. Interested professionals can register online to secure their spot and get ready to join a winning team. About Sport Clips HaircutsSport Clips Haircuts is the nation's leading men's and boys' hair care franchise with almost 1,900 locations open in the U.S. and Canada. Fully equipped for the sports enthusiast, Sport Clips surrounds its clients with televisions tuned to sports and sports-themed decor. Stylists are trained to be the pros in men's hair and enjoy a fun work environment with a guaranteed base-pay plus service commission, retail commission and tips. Sport Clips also supports the growth of its team members through continuing education, exciting contests, and award recognition. Sport Clips was recognized in 2025 as a 'Best Company for Women' by Comparably. Through the Eric Gozur-Wayne McGlone Memorial Relief Fund, Sport Clips aids employees facing emergent financial situations. Sport Clips also provides 'Haircuts with Heart' through its annual Help A Hero fundraiser that has donated $15 million to the VFW; national partnership with St. Baldrick's Foundation, the largest private funder of childhood cancer research grants; and other national and local philanthropic outreach. To learn more about Sport Clips and career opportunities near you, visit
Epoch Times
16-05-2025
- Sport
- Epoch Times
Los Angeles Dodgers' Clayton Kershaw to Make His 2025 MLB Debut on Saturday
Things just keep getting better for the World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers, who own the second-best record in the National League. On Saturday, Clayton Kershaw, one of the finest pitchers of any era, will come off the injured list to make his season debut at Dodger Stadium against the crosstown Los Angeles Angels. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts announced the move on Tuesday, before his team's devastating 11–1 loss to the Athletics. 'It's great. It's a big shot in the arm,' After an abbreviated 2024 season in which he threw a career-low of 30 innings, Kershaw, 37, had multiple surgeries this offseason. He had a torn meniscus repaired on his left knee, as well as surgery on his left big toe due to a ruptured plantar plate. He started the 2025 MLB season on the 60-day injured list but has progressed enough in both rehab and through a couple of minor league starts to warrant a return to the mound in the Big Leagues. Kershaw, also coming off surgery last season, didn't make his 2024 debut until late July. He uncharacteristically struggled, as it appeared he wasn't fully healthy, as the 4.50 ERA he posted was the highest of his career, while his 7.2 strikeouts per nine innings was his lowest ever. Injuries delayed the start of his year and ended it early, as he last pitched on Aug. 30, 2024. Thus, he missed LA's World Series run but still collected his second championship ring. He then became a free agent in the offseason but never seriously considered either playing for a new team or retiring. He re-signed with Los Angeles in February for his 18th season with the franchise. That ties Zack Wheat and Bill Russell for the most seasons in Dodgers history. Related Stories 8/13/2024 4/8/2025 Kershaw's impending Big League start comes after five minor league appearances at three different levels. His first return to the mound came in Triple-A in mid-April as he threw three scoreless innings. In late April, he made a start in Double-A and gave up a single run over three innings. He then had another pair of Triple-A starts, with a start at the Rookie-Level Arizona Complex League sandwiched in between, as he got in 21 total innings of work in the minor league system. Even with Los Angeles sitting atop the National League West, Kershaw's return is most welcome, considering the team's rash of injuries to its rotation. On the same day that Roberts announced Kershaw's return, the Dodgers placed Japanese standout Roki Sasaki Additionally, two-time Cy Young winner, Blake Snell, is already on the injured list, as is Tyler Glasnow, who made his first All-Star Game last season. Gavin Stone, who led the Dodgers with 140.1 innings pitched last season, hasn't pitched this year and isn't expected to after his own surgery. Then, there's Shohei Ohtani, who hasn't displayed his two-way brilliance since the 2023 season. Ohtani is throwing bullpen sessions, and the Dodgers hope he can get back on the mound in the summer, but there are no guarantees. Kershaw will become the 12th pitcher to start for the Dodgers this season, which is one more than they had at this point last season. The southpaw's main goal is undoubtedly to help the Dodgers get back to the World Series, but there are also some individual milestones that he could reach this season. One of those is joining the A three-time Cy Young winner and 10-time All-Star, Kershaw won the 2011 Pitching Triple Crown and also the 2014 NL MVP. Five times he's led the Senior Circuit in ERA, while also leading the league in wins three times and in strikeouts three times. His 2.50 career ERA is not only the best amongst all active players but also the
Yahoo
05-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Chandler Simpson Proves Speed Equals Power For Tampa Bay Rays
Don't let Chandler Simpson fool you. He may be a rookie in the Big Leagues, but he showed some veteran prowess while out on the basepaths on Sunday for the Tampa Bay Rays. Simpson scored from second base on Rays teammate Yandy Díaz's two-hopper to New York Yankees shortstop Oswald Peraza. His fourth-inning run helped Tampa Bay extend its lead to 5-0 en route to a 7-5 win at Yankee Stadium. That effort came on the heels of his first multi-steal game of his young career. Simpson is raising plenty of eyebrows so far, even getting praise from players like Yankees superstar Aaron Judge. Advertisement 'He can change a game with one play like that,' Judge said after Sunday's game, according to The Associated Press. 'Definitely going to get excited when I see him come up to the plate or on the bases.' Simpson keeps early-season play in perspective Simpson has a pretty even-keeled attitude about his impressive speed. He said that he is between 3.3 and 3.4 seconds when going from home plate to first base. 'Just a God-given ability and all the work that I put in on my speed and recovery and making sure I'm ready to go,' Simpson said. He was hitting .301 at the Rays' Triple-A team in Durham, N.C., before getting called up. In 54 at-bats, Simpson is hitting .296 with four RBI. All of this put together leaves Rays manager Kevin Cash wanting more from this youngster. Advertisement 'He's seeing the best pitching that he's ever seen in his life and he's doing more than holding his own,' Cash said. 'It feels like he's got an approach, he knows who he is as a hitter, and he's able to go up there and repeat it multiple times.' Simpson and the Rays (16-18) look to get back to the .500 mark as they open a home series against the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday night at George M. Steinbrenner Field.
Yahoo
27-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Mets Prospect Makes MiLB History on Saturday
The New York Mets are on a roll to begin the season. They currently stand at an MLB-best 18-8 and hold a commanding 4.5 game lead in the National League East over the Atlanta Braves. The strength of their team has been the pitching staff. New York currently leads the entire Big Leagues with a cumulative 2.37 ERA. They have ridden their hot start to a 12-1 start at Citi Field, becoming the first Mets team to do so in their history. Advertisement While things seem to be going great on the major league level, the Mets may also have a star looming in the lower levels of the minor leagues. New York Mets owners Steve Cohen and his wife Alex Cohen.© Brad Penner-Imagn Images On Saturday, Single-A pitcher Raimon Gomez threw the fastest minor league pitch in the last five seasons. MiLB Pipeline took to their X account to point out the prospect's historic achievement. '104.5 mph strikeout? Raimon Gomez throws the fastest Statcast-confirmed strikeout pitch in the Minors in the past five seasons for the Single-A @stluciemets," MLB Pipeline wrote. The 23-year-old Gomez has spent four seasons down in the Mets' system. So far in his professional career, the Barcelona native has accumulated 71.2 innings pitched and has posted a decent 3.52 ERA. Additionally, he has earned a 10.9 K/9 rate as his swing and miss stuff is elite. Advertisement Gomez utilizes his 70-grade fastball to avoid opposing bats. His 104 MPH heat already puts him in elite company with Major League arms, let alone at the lower level of the minors. While Gomez likely won't see big-league action anytime soon, he could be an intriguing prospect to keep an eye on in Queens for years down the road. Related: Mets' Carlos Mendoza Sends Brett Baty Message After Unexpected Decision Related: Mets Pitcher Reacts to Message From Franchise Legend
