The New York Times – Music:
With an eye on its international fan base, the N.B.A. has welcomed the influence of African singers like Tems, Burna Boy and Rema.
Category: All Star Games
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Elias Diaz Is the Hero as NL Ends All-Star Game Losing Streak
The New York Times – Sports:
The stage was set for Julio Rodríguez of the Mariners to deliver a win in Seattle. Instead, the National League got its first win since 2012 thanks to Elias Díaz.
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MLB All-Star Game: Stars Trade Tips Ahead of Game
The New York Times – Sports:
The days of being overly competitive are over, as stars from across Major League Baseball gather for a fun weekend and share the tips and tricks that make them great.
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Mets and Yankees Get Only Three All-Star Selections
The New York Times – Sports:
Gerrit Cole and Aaron Judge of the Yankees made the A.L. squad, and Pete Alonso of the Mets will represent the N.L. Last year, the teams combined for 10 selections.
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Could the Yankees Have No Players Appear in the All-Star Game?
The New York Times – Sports:
With Aaron Judge injured and Gerrit Cole not guaranteed to pitch, the Yankees could be shut out of the All-Star Game box score for only the third time in the event’s history.
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The Celtics Won’t Have Inexperience to Blame if They Don’t Win This Year
The New York Times – Sports:
Boston has superstar leaders, a deep bench, a hot new head coach and recent N.B.A. finals experience. What the team won’t have, if it loses in the postseason, will be excuses.
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Tim McCarver, 81, All-Star Catcher in Hall of Fame as Broadcaster, Dies
The New York Times – Sports:
He played with four teams over four decades and won two World Series titles, then took his baseball smarts and gift of gab into the TV booth.
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Tom Browning, Who Pitched a Perfect Game for the Reds, Dies at 62
The New York Times – Sports:
He had a reputation as a colorful character, but he was probably best known for the gem he threw against the Los Angeles Dodgers in 1988.
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NFL Nixes Tackle Game From Pro Bowl
The New York Times – Sports:
Pro football’s annual all-star event will instead feature a flag football game and skills competition in an attempt to restore interest and increase player participation.