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Yahoo
14 hours ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
NBA set to have 9th franchise win a title in Adam Silver's 12 seasons as commissioner. Parity reigns
NBA commissioner Adam Silver, left, presents the Michael Jordan Most Valuable Player trophy to Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander prior to Game 2 of an NBA basketball Western Conference Finals playoff series between against the Minnesota Timberwolves Thursday, May 22, 2025, in Oklahoma City. (AP Photo/Nate Billings) NBA Commissioner Adam Silver walks through the audience at the NBA basketball draft lottery in Chicago, Monday, May 12, 2025. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh) NBA Commissioner Adam Silver walks through the audience at the NBA basketball draft lottery in Chicago, Monday, May 12, 2025. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh) NBA commissioner Adam Silver, left, presents the Michael Jordan Most Valuable Player trophy to Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander prior to Game 2 of an NBA basketball Western Conference Finals playoff series between against the Minnesota Timberwolves Thursday, May 22, 2025, in Oklahoma City. (AP Photo/Nate Billings) NBA Commissioner Adam Silver walks through the audience at the NBA basketball draft lottery in Chicago, Monday, May 12, 2025. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh) OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — In the entirety of David Stern's 30-year tenure as the NBA's commissioner, eight different franchises won a championship. Adam Silver is in Year 12 of his run overseeing the league — and a ninth different franchise is about to win a title on his watch. Advertisement The parity era in the league is not new, and it most certainly lives on this year, with either the Oklahoma City Thunder or the Indiana Pacers set to become NBA champions. The winning team in these NBA Finals will be the seventh different champion in the last seven seasons, a run the likes of which the league has never experienced before. 'We set out to create a system that allowed for more competition around the league," Silver said Thursday night in his annual news conference before Game 1 of the finals. 'The goal being to have 30 teams all in the position, if well managed, to compete for championships. And that's what we're seeing here.' In Stern's 30 years, the eight championship-winning franchises were the Los Angeles Lakers (eight times), Chicago (six), San Antonio (four), Boston (three), Miami (three), Detroit (three), Houston (twice) and Dallas (once). For Silver, the chart looks much different. Golden State has won four titles since he became commissioner, and Milwaukee, Cleveland, Boston, the Lakers, Denver, Toronto and San Antonio have one. Oklahoma City or Indiana will be the next entry on that list. Advertisement 'David used to joke early on in his tenure as commissioner," Silver said. "He said his job was to go back and forth between Boston and L.A. handing out championship trophies.' And this run — seven champions in seven years — started in 2019, immediately after Cleveland and Golden State played in four consecutive finals and the league heard plenty of grumbling about a lack of unpredictability. In that seven-year span, 11 different franchises (out of a maximum of 14, obviously) have been to the finals at least once, with the Thunder and Pacers the newest names on that list. 'It's healthy for the league for all 30 teams to be constantly positioning,' Thunder coach Mark Daigneault said. 'If you're good, you have to navigate being good. If you're not good, there's systematic things that can help you. I think generally that's good for the league. We're not focused on what's good for the league. We're focused on what's good for the Thunder. We're trying to operate within that environment.' In other matters covered by Silver on Thursday: Advertisement Expansion There is a board of governors meeting in Las Vegas next month, and Silver thinks it's likely that those owners will decide at that time whether or not to take the next official step toward expanding the league in the coming years. Officially exploring the notion of adding teams seems likely. 'It will be on the agenda to take the temperature of the room," Silver said. "We have committees that are already talking about it, but my sense is at that meeting they're going to give direction to me and my colleagues at the league office that we should continue to explore.' That does not mean it will definitely happen, even though there are certain markets — Seattle and Las Vegas among them — that are known to want NBA teams. "I'd say the current sense is we should be exploring it,' Silver said. 'I don't think it's automatic.' ___ AP NBA:
New York Post
3 days ago
- Business
- New York Post
McDonald's Snack Wraps are officially back — here's when
The time has finally come. The Snack Wrap is back at McDonald's — for good. After years of begging and waiting, McDonald's has confirmed to The Post that the Snack Wrap will return to restaurants nationwide permanently beginning Thursday, July 10. The Snack Wrap will feature one of McDonald's new McCrispy Strips, topped with crisp shredded lettuce and shredded cheese, all wrapped in a soft flour tortilla. Advertisement 4 The Snack Wrap will return to McDonald's on July 10. McDonald's Eager customers will have the option of two different Snack Wrap flavors: Spicy : Bold, zesty and unapologetically fiery. The Spicy Snack Wrap has a habanero kick that fans know and love from the Spicy McCrispy sandwich. : Bold, zesty and unapologetically fiery. The Spicy Snack Wrap has a habanero kick that fans know and love from the Spicy McCrispy sandwich. Ranch: Smooth, rich and irresistibly savory. The Ranch Snack Wrap offers a burst of cool ranch goodness, with hints of garlic and onion. Advertisement 4 Customers will have the option of two different Snack Wrap flavors. AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh 4 The Snack Wrap will feature one of McDonald's new McCrispy Strips, topped with crisp shredded lettuce and shredded cheese, all wrapped in a soft flour tortilla. AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh Snack Wraps will also be available as a combo meal, which will include two Snack Wraps, medium fries and a drink of your choice. To celebrate the comeback, McDonald's has launched a fans' VIP entry to all things Snack Wrap, intended to 'highlight the bond fans have with the Snack Wrap.' Advertisement The fast food company plans to continuously update the files and serve up never-before-seen content, such as fan-inspired posts and merch concepts, leading up to the official return of the Snack Wrap. 'The Snack Wrap was phased out from the Golden Arches nationally in 2016, but it never left fans' hearts,' McDonald's wrote in the files. 'From countless social media posts to full-fledged petitions, they never gave up on their favorite menu item. They're the ones who inspired us to make its return to the menu happen.' 4 Snack Wraps will also be available as a combo meal, which will include two Snack Wraps, medium fries and a drink of your choice. AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh Advertisement The Golden Arches had been keeping the exact return date under wraps for a long time, though McDonald's launched their new McCrispy Strips in April, which President Joe Erlinger previously said would 'allow us to eventually have a McCrispy Snack Wrap.' The announcement of the Snack Wrap's return comes just one day after Popeyes announced the addition of Chicken Wraps to its menu.
Newsweek
29-05-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
Pope Has 'Open Invite' To Throw First Pitch At White Sox Game
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The new pope has an "open invite" to throw the first pitch at a White Sox game, says White Sox Executive Vice President Brooks Boyer. Speaking with on May 20, Boyer, who is also the chief revenue and marketing officer for the White Sox, told the outlet: "He has an open invite to throw out a first pitch. Heck, maybe we'll let him get an at-bat." Pope Leo XIV, who was born Robert Prevost in Chicago, is now one of the world's most famous White Sox fans and has been honored by a mural of him, which is now projected onto the wall at the team's home stadium, Rate Field. The White Sox have been contacted via email for comment. White Sox commemorate fandom of Pope Leo XIV with Graphic installation at Rate Field before a baseball game between the Seattle Mariners and the Chicago White Sox in Chicago, Monday, May 19, 2025. White Sox commemorate fandom of Pope Leo XIV with Graphic installation at Rate Field before a baseball game between the Seattle Mariners and the Chicago White Sox in Chicago, Monday, May 19, 2025. Nam Y. Huh/AP Photo The Context The tradition of the ceremonial first pitch became widely recognized in 1910 when President William Howard Taft threw the first pitch at the Washington, D.C., ballpark to commemorate the Washington Nationals' first game of the season. Since then, every sitting president has thrown the first pitch on baseball's Opening Day. First pitches throughout the season are now often thrown by celebrities or locally important people. Fans dressed as popes look on during the third inning of a baseball game between the Seattle Mariners and the Chicago White Sox in Chicago, Monday, May 19, 2025. Fans dressed as popes look on during the third inning of a baseball game between the Seattle Mariners and the Chicago White Sox in Chicago, Monday, May 19, 2025. Nam Y. Huh/AP Photo What To Know When news came out that the first North American pope was from Chicago, residents of the city had one question: Is he a Cubs fan or a White Sox fan? This critical question was answered by footage of the pope, then known to friends and family as "Father Bob," at Game 1 of the 2005 World Series, where the White Sox swept the Astros to win the title. Pope Leo was at that White Sox game in 2005 with his close friend Ed Schmit, who has now passed away. Schmit's daughter, Heidi Skokal, told that her father believed his friend would become the pope one day. Ed Schmit IV, who was 5 years old during the game in 2005, remembers sitting next to his grandfather's friend, who happened to be a priest. He also recalled that his family was caught on camera during the game. He went through the footage following Pope Leo's election to prove to the world that Father Bob is not only now the pope but is also a White Sox fan. Schmit IV told "I don't want anyone to think he's a Cubs fan because he's not a Cubs fan. The Pope is a White Sox fan. We have proof. He was at Game 1 of the World Series, and everyone knows now." Astros fan Joran Scott-Ruiz told Newsweek that he is not surprised the pope has been invited to throw the first pitch because "baseball and religion in the U.S. have always been deeply linked." He pointed to how the Houston Astros invite "Rally Nuns," nuns from The Dominican Sisters of Mary Immaculate Province, to attend games during the playoffs. Scott-Ruiz added: "[Baseball] is about family and tradition. Most fans I know are fans because of their parents or grandparents." Sister Mary Catherine Do told ABC13 in 2022 that the nuns "Truly believe in divine intervention and angels in the outfield." Pope Leo is not the only famous White Sox fan. President Barack Obama is also known to support the team. Pope Leo XIV showing off his catching skills while catching a little doll on the Popemobile after his weekly general audience in St. Peter's Square at The Vatican, Wednesday, May 28, 2025. Pope Leo XIV showing off his catching skills while catching a little doll on the Popemobile after his weekly general audience in St. Peter's Square at The Vatican, Wednesday, May 28, 2025. Gregorio Borgia/AP Photo What People Are Saying White Sox executive vice president Brooks Boyer told "I just never thought I would see in my lifetime a North American Pope, let alone a White Sox fan from the South Side of Chicago that is among us. He's pretty amazing. You thought when the sitting President was a White Sox fan, President [Barack] Obama, it probably can't get much higher than that. These guys brought us the Pope." What Happens Next Pope Leo's predecessor, Francis, was known to be a big soccer fan and personally supported the Argentine club San Lorenzo. Following his election to Pope in 2013, San Lorenzo won a national title and brought their trophy to the Vatican. The White Sox may gain the same boost from Leo. However, they are currently 5th out of five teams in the American League Central.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Luis Robert Jr. is off to a rough start with the Chicago White Sox
Chicago White Sox's Luis Robert Jr. hits a single during the first inning of a baseball game against the Houston Astros in Chicago, Sunday, May 4, 2025. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh) Chicago White Sox's Luis Robert Jr. steals second base during the first inning of a baseball game against the Houston Astros in Chicago, Sunday, May 4, 2025. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh) Chicago White Sox's Luis Robert Jr., right, celebrates with first base coach Jason Bourgeois (38) after hitting a one-run single during the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Houston Astros in Chicago, Sunday, May 4, 2025. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh) Chicago White Sox's Luis Robert Jr., center, celebrates after scoring on a one-run single by Edgar Quero during the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Houston Astros in Chicago, Sunday, May 4, 2025. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh) Chicago White Sox's Luis Robert Jr., center, celebrates after scoring on a one-run single by Edgar Quero during the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Houston Astros in Chicago, Sunday, May 4, 2025. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh) Chicago White Sox's Luis Robert Jr. hits a single during the first inning of a baseball game against the Houston Astros in Chicago, Sunday, May 4, 2025. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh) Chicago White Sox's Luis Robert Jr. steals second base during the first inning of a baseball game against the Houston Astros in Chicago, Sunday, May 4, 2025. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh) Chicago White Sox's Luis Robert Jr., right, celebrates with first base coach Jason Bourgeois (38) after hitting a one-run single during the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Houston Astros in Chicago, Sunday, May 4, 2025. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh) Chicago White Sox's Luis Robert Jr., center, celebrates after scoring on a one-run single by Edgar Quero during the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Houston Astros in Chicago, Sunday, May 4, 2025. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh) CHICAGO (AP) — Luis Robert Jr. isn't thinking about the trade deadline at the moment, not with his play so far for the Chicago White Sox. 'I think right now as my season is going I don't think anybody is going to take a chance on me," Robert said through a translator. "I just focus on trying to get better. I can't think of anything else.' Advertisement Robert is off to a rough start in his sixth season with Chicago, batting just .186 with five homers and 17 RBIs. He also has a .589 OPS and 52 strikeouts in 44 games. The 27-year-old Robert is still a strong defensive center fielder, a Gold Glove winner in his rookie season in 2020. He also had a major league-leading 17 steals going into Tuesday night's matchup with the Mariners. But he is struggling at the plate, and that has been frustrating for him. 'Yes of course. Everybody here works hard to get the results every day," Robert said. "When you are working hard and the results aren't there, it's sad. You feel a little sad for sure.' Advertisement Robert has been the subject of trade conversations in the past, but the last-place White Sox haven't found what they think is the right deal for the rebuilding franchise. Robert's contract has $20 million club options for 2026 and 2027, with a $2 million buyout for each season. If Robert heats up, he could be one of the top sluggers on the market at the July 31 deadline. But he has shown no signs of a turnaround so far. 'We've talked, and for me, as an observer, you see a guy that has one mentality on the bases and in the outfield and that's an aggressive one and then maybe a little in between at the plate,' first-year White Sox manager Will Venable said. 'For me, it's just about making sure he felt supported. At the same time, we're challenging him to do all the right things that he needs to do to make adjustments to get better and he's doing those things.' Advertisement Robert was regarded as a rising star as late as 2023, when he batted .264 with 38 homers, 80 RBIs and 20 steals in 145 games. He made the AL All-Star team that year. But he missed almost two months of last season with a right hip flexor strain, and he finished the year on a career-long homerless drought of 34 games. He batted .224 with 14 homers and 35 RBIs in 100 games. He thinks his slow start this year has to do with overthinking and his timing at the plate. 'I feel good in the cage. I feel good throughout my preparation for the game," he said. "It's just a matter of the results haven't been there in the games. But I've been feeling good with my routine.' Advertisement A year after Chicago went 41-121, breaking the post-1900 major league record for losses in a season, it dropped to 14-34 with Monday night's 5-1 loss to Seattle. The White Sox signed Adrian Houser to a $1.35 million, one-year contract on Tuesday, and the right-hander was slated to start against the Mariners. To make room for Houser on the roster, right-hander Yoendrys Gómez was designated for assignment. Houser, 32, was released by Texas on Tuesday. He went 2-2 with a 5.03 ERA in nine games with Triple-A Round Rock this year. He is 32-39 with a 4.21 ERA in 152 appearances in the majors with Milwaukee and the New York Mets. With Houser joining the rotation, Bryse Wilson is going back to Chicago's bullpen. Advertisement '(Houser's) got experience, over 100 starts in the major leagues, so happy to slot him in and he's going to put the ball on the ground against righties and got some different ways to get lefties out,' Venable said. 'Excited to add him to the mix.' ___ AP MLB:
Time of India
16-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
At Rs 75/dozen, egg prices decline after months of highs
FILE - A carton of eggs sit on a counter in the kitchen inside of 5 Rabanitos restaurant in Chicago, Feb. 16, 2025. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh, File) Panaji: After a prolonged period of soaring prices, the cost of eggs in Goa has finally seen a modest decline, offering some relief to consumers. The price of eggs dropped by Rs 5 this month, falling from Rs 80 per dozen in April to Rs 75 in May. Over the past six months, consumers grappled with fluctuating egg prices, which rose sharply from Rs 50 per dozen in mid-2024 to Rs 70 per dozen in Oct-Nov, peaking at Rs 90 per dozen in Dec. This was largely attributed to the Christmas season demand. The price dropped to Rs 80 per dozen in the following months but stayed there without much change, until now. 'It is a welcome change that the prices are slowly falling,' said A Bepari, a local egg vendor. He said that one of the primary reasons for the earlier price surge was the escalating cost of poultry feed — mainly corn and soya — which pushed up production costs for poultry farmers. While feed costs have been a persistent issue, vendors and poultry farmers also point to weather woes. 'The hot weather increases thirst and reduces appetite among poultry birds,' said a local poultry farmer. 'As a result, they consume more water and less feed, which affects their ability to produce eggs.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Sciatica & Back Pain? Try This New Breakthrough Device Glokore Learn More Undo The recent dip offers a glimmer of hope, but vendors are cautious. Feed prices are still high, and the weather continues to be unpredictable. 'We can expect prices to fall further once the monsoon is in full swing by June-July,' another vendor said.
