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Freddie Freeman, wife Chelsea make big donation to OC hospital that treated their son
ORANGE, Calif. - Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman and his wife Chelsea are making a big donation to the Orange County hospital that treated their son Maximus when he became suddenly ill last year. The Freemans have announced that they're donating $1 million to Children's Hospital Orange County, after being inspired by the doctors' care for their son. PREVIOUS COVERAGE: Freddie Freeman reveals his 3-year-old son Max is battling rare neurological disorder The backstory The couple's 3-year-old son, Maximus, was hospitalized at Children's Hospital Orange County last July after suffering from paralysis. At the time, Chelsea Freeman said Maximus was unable to walk, sit or stand for days, and had difficulty breathing. Doctors eventually put Maximus on a ventilator. Freeman took time away from the Dodgers to be with his family while Maximus was in the hospital. Doctors diagnosed Maximus with Guillain-Barré syndrome, an autoimmune disorder that can result in paralysis. They treated the 3-year-old for days, and Maximus was eventually able to have the ventilator removed and go home with his family. What they're saying Freddie Freeman said that the family's time in the hospital moved them. He told ESPN's Jeff Passan that "Seeing every room full in the PICU each and every day impacted Chelsea and I deeply," adding that doctors "saved Maximus' life." PREVIOUS COVERAGE: Freddie Freeman in tears discussing 3-year-old son's battle with Guillain-Barré syndrome On his Instagram story on Wednesday, the Dodger first baseman said simply "Thank you for everything," then tagged the hospital's account. Months later, the Dodgers went on to win the franchise's eighth World Series title. Freeman was named World Series MVP. The Source Information in this story is from Freddie Freeman's Instagram page, Chelsea Freeman's X account, and an X post from ESPN's Jeff Passan.
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UFC on ESPN 68 full fight video: Maycee Barber dominates Katlyn Cerminara to extend run
Maycee Barber is undoubtedly in her best career moment, and her most recent fight stands proof of that. In March 2024, Barber picked up a dominant win over former UFC title challenger Katlyn Cerminara in the preliminary card of UFC 299. The victory over Cerminara is arguably the biggest of her career, and it's also one that topped her current winning streak to six in a row. After a year on the sidelines, Barber (14-2 MMA, 9-2 UFC) makes her return to the octagon Saturday in the main event of UFC on ESPN 68 (ESPN, ESPN+), which takes place at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. She takes on fellow top contender Erin Blanchfield (13-2 MMA, 7-1 UFC) in a key women's flyweight bout. Watch Barber's win over Cerminara in the video above. This article originally appeared on MMA Junkie: UFC Vegas 107 full fight video: Maycee Barber vs. Katlyn Cerminara
USA Today
2 hours ago
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UFC on ESPN 68 full fight video: Maycee Barber dominates Katlyn Cerminara to extend run
UFC on ESPN 68 full fight video: Maycee Barber dominates Katlyn Cerminara to extend run Watch Maycee Barber's last win ahead of her return at Saturday's UFC on ESPN 68. Maycee Barber is undoubtedly in her best career moment, and her most recent fight stands proof of that. In March 2024, Barber picked up a dominant win over former UFC title challenger Katlyn Cerminara in the preliminary card of UFC 299. The victory over Cerminara is arguably the biggest of her career, and it's also one that topped her current winning streak to six in a row. After a year on the sidelines, Barber (14-2 MMA, 9-2 UFC) makes her return to the octagon Saturday in the main event of UFC on ESPN 68 (ESPN, ESPN+), which takes place at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. She takes on fellow top contender Erin Blanchfield (13-2 MMA, 7-1 UFC) in a key women's flyweight bout. Watch Barber's win over Cerminara in the video above.
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2 hours ago
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Report: St. John's guard RJ Luis to forgo college, remain in 2025 NBA draft
Report: St. John's guard RJ Luis to forgo college, remain in 2025 NBA draft St. John's junior RJ Luis will reportedly remain in the 2025 NBA draft and forgo his remaining college eligibility, according to Jonathan Givony of ESPN. Luis was a consensus second-team All-American this past season, averaging 18.2 points, 7.2 rebounds, two assists and 1.4 steals on 33.6% shooting from 3-point range. He was also named the Big East Player of the Year, becoming the third player in program history to win the award. The 6-foot-6 forward registered 14 20-point games, including a season-high 30 points and 10 rebounds on Jan. 11 in a win over Villanova. He was one of two players in the conference to rank in the top five in both scoring and rebounding. Luis competed in the draft combine earlier this month, averaging 14 points, six rebounds and four assists in two scrimmage games in Chicago, Illinois. He also registered the 11th-highest max vertical jump among all participants this year (38 inches). The 22-year-old was among the notable prospects who were still weighing their decisions ahead of the early entrant withdrawal deadline at 11:59 p.m. EDT on Wednesday. He now leaves college after two years at St. John's and one at UMass. Luis, who has worked out with Golden State and Phoenix, is currently not projected to be selected on June 25-26. He will have the opportunity to improve his stock in team workouts and interviews, with four weeks to go until the draft.
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3 hours ago
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Alabama Sends Clear Message to Nick Saban After Major Career Accomplishment
Nick Saban has accomplished just about everything in the world of college football. At 73, his journey in the sport dates back to his playing days in 1970. The only time he stepped away from college football was during a brief stint as head coach of the Miami Dolphins and as an assistant for the Cleveland Browns and Houston Oilers in the NFL. Saban retired from coaching on Jan. 10, 2024, making way for Kalen DeBoer to take over as head coach for the Alabama Crimson Tide. But retirement didn't keep Saban on the sidelines for long. He quickly joined ESPN's "College GameDay," stepping into a new role as a college football analyst. Advertisement And now, he has earned an award he had never won before. Alabama football shared the news on its official social media channels: "Leadership, Legacy, and now… an Emmy. " Saban was honored with the 2025 Sports Emmy for Outstanding Personality/Emerging On-Air Talent. It's the first Sports Emmy of his career and only the second time an ESPN talent has received the award in that category. While he's often seen rolling his eyes at fellow commentator Pat McAfee on set, Saban has offered sharp, insightful commentary on the game he helped define. Most recently, he has been linked to President Donald Trump as a potential co-chair for a proposed commission on the future of college athletics. Former Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nick Cairns/Columbus Dispatch / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Nick Saban coached Alabama to 201 wins and notched 292 total victories in his head coaching career. Under his leadership, Alabama never lost more than two games in any of his final 13 seasons. He captured seven national championships, with his last coming in 2020. Advertisement Saban was twice named Walter Camp Coach of the Year and won the Bobby Bowden Coach of the Year award three times. In 2024, he received the ESPY Icon Award and has since been inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame. Saban's legacy goes beyond football. His Nick's Kids Foundation has donated over $13 million to more than 150 charities. Following a devastating tornado in Tuscaloosa, he helped rebuild 22 homes with Habitat for Humanity. He has also made several $1 million donations to support first-generation college scholarships, Alabama athletics and St. Francis Catholic Church. His latest project, the Saban Center, will serve as home to a STEM Discovery Center, the Alabama STEM Hub and the Tuscaloosa Children's Theater, continuing his commitment to education and youth development. Related: $1.3 Million Quarterback Makes Major NIL Move Before Freshman Season at Alabama Related: Urban Meyer Calls for Rule That Would Get Michigan Coach Fired
