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Yahoo
5 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Dodgers Reportedly ‘Lurking' on $56 Million Cy Young Ace
Dodgers Reportedly 'Lurking' on $56 Million Cy Young Ace originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Despite being in first place for most of the 2025 season, the Los Angeles Dodgers appear to have inefficiencies. Their starting pitching, decimated by injuries, ranks in the bottom half of baseball when it comes to innings and ERA. Advertisement Although there have been positive reports about Cy Young award winner Blake Snell and All-Star Tyler Glasnow's recoveries, there is no set timetable for their return. Even Shohei Ohtani is not expected to pitch until after the All-Star break. With their rotation compromised and the San Francisco Giants and San Diego Padres hot on their tail, Los Angeles is primed to be an aggressive shopper at the MLB trade deadline. One of the top arms expected to be available is Miami Marlins ace Sandy Alcantara. Despite a rough start, 8.47 ERA in his first 11 starts, the former Cy Young award winner is rounding into form at the right time. His fastball velocity is reaching above 97 mph again, and the command of his off-pitching is returning. Over his last two starts, Alcantara is touting a 1.50 ERA and 10 strikeouts across 12 innings of work. The re-establishment of Alcantara atop the trade market is an interesting development, and the reigning World Series champions are one of the team's 'lurking,' according to Bob Nightengale of USA Today. Miami Marlins starting pitcher Sandy Alcantara (22) delivers a pitch to the Pittsburgh Pirates during the first inning PNC Park. Philip G. Pavely-Imagn Images Nightengale believes the Dodgers and their fourth-ranked farm system, according to are one of the best teams positioned to make a run at Alcantara. With six top-100 prospects and the pressing need for reliable starters, Los Angeles could very well be the most aggressive team in the Alcantara sweepstakes. Advertisement Alcantara is currently in the third year of a five-year, $56 million contract signed through the 2026 season with a club option for 2027. According to the Dodgers would be responsible for an approximate total of $46.5 million over the next three seasons should they choose to exercise his option. Alcantara may never consistently regain his Cy Young form, and his last two starts could be outliers. But the Dodgers need another reliable starting pitcher who can toe the rubber every fifth day, and on his best day, Alcantara fits the bill better than anyone. Related: Dodgers Set to Receive Major Rotation Boost After Injury News This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 16, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
New Peugeot E-208 GTi revealed
Peugeot has unveiled its new 208 GTi electric hot hatch. The model marks the return of the GTi badge – most famously attached to the 205 in the 1980s, and most recently seen with the 308 GTi, discontinued in 2021. The E-208 GTi features design elements inspired by the 205, including alloy wheels based on the 205's 'Speedline' wheels and an exclusive bright red paint colour. Other exterior features include a front spoiler and rear diffuser. The interior also features extensive red detailing, with leather and Alcantara seats and steering wheel. Peugeot says the model will be capable of accelerating from 0-62mph in 5.7 seconds thanks to a 280hp electric motor, while a 54kWh battery is said to allow a range between charges of up to 217 miles. A 20-80% battery charge will be possible in less than 30 minutes with a 100kW DC rapid charger. The model has received chassis tweaks designed to deliver a more dynamic drive than the regular E-208. These include the ride height being lowered by 20mm, and the track being widened by 56 mm at the front and 27 mm at the rear. The E-208 GTi also gets a limited-slip differential and a rear anti roll bar, and is fitted with 355mm front disc brakes with four-piston calipers designed to optimise cooling. The car's stability control system features a 'Sport' mode which suspends assistance systems for situations such as track driving, and the steering system is said to have been calibrated for dynamic driving. Other equipment will include TomTom sat-nav, and wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto connectivity. Prices and an on-sale date are yet to be announced. "New Peugeot E-208 GTi revealed" was originally created and published by Just Auto, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Error while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Cubs Get Bad News on a Top Trade Target as Marlins Plan to Keep Sandy Alcantara
Cubs Get Bad News on a Top Trade Target as Marlins Plan to Keep Sandy Alcantara originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Chicago Cubs have a very easy-to-identify need leading up to the MLB trade deadline: starting pitching. With the Cubs losing Justin Steele for the rest of the year and Shota Imanaga in the middle of recovering from his injury, the Cubs have to address the starting rotation in the trade market. Advertisement One of their top options, however, may no longer be available. According to Robert Murray in an appearance on Foul Territory, the Miami Marlins might hold onto starting pitcher Sandy Alcantara. "I would not be surprised whatsoever if the Marlins held onto him," Murray said. "And try to wait until the offseason, or maybe next trade deadline, to try and trade him." Murray's overarching point follows the Marlins seeing how poorly Alcantara has done, and how it's affected his trade value. With Alcantara struggling in 2025, the Marlins won't get the same return that was initially speculated for the former Cy Young winner. Miami Marlins starting pitcher Sandy Alcantara (22) delivers a pitch against the Colorado Rockies during the first inning at loanDepot Navarro-Imagn Images The Marlins ace has gotten off to a rough start to the 2025 season. In his first season back from injury, after missing all of 2024, Alcantara has a 7.14 ERA across 13 starts and 63 innings pitched. Advertisement Alcantara has struck out 50 batters in 2025, but he's also allowed 50 earned runs, which is the most in all of baseball. His terrible start to the year has Alcantara sitting at a negative 1.2 WAR, and an ERA+ of just 60. It's been an uncharacteristic season for Alcantara, who had previously never had a season above a 4.14 ERA as a starter. In 2022, Alcantara won the Cy Young, put up 8.0 WAR, and had a 2.28 ERA in an MLB leading 228.2 innings pitched. His talent is immense, and that's why his 2025 season has been such a shocker. But, for the Cubs, his poor season opened the door to a more affordable price. It initially was good news. However, Murray's report is a huge knock on the Cubs chances of landing the Marlins ace. With the Cubs now unlikely to land Alcantara, as the Marlins plan to keep him, they need to look elsewhere for a new starting pitcher. Advertisement Related: Cubs Linked to Diamondbacks Starter Amid Search for Justin Steele Replacement Related: Cubs Trade Idea Lands $64.5 Million Left-Hander from Lousy NL Team This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 11, 2025, where it first appeared.
Washington Post
11-06-2025
- Sport
- Washington Post
Alcantara pitches 6 shutout innings as the Marlins edge the Pirates 3-2
PITTSBURGH — Sandy Alcantara struck out six in six shutout innings, and the Miami Marlins edged the Pittsburgh Pirates 3-2 on Tuesday night. Alcantara (3-7) allowed three hits and walked one in his first win since April 12. The 2022 NL Cy Young Award winner went 0-7 with a 9.07 ERA in his previous nine starts.
Stuff.tv
10-06-2025
- Stuff.tv
These new A&K earphones are stunning, but promise to sound even better than they look
While there are plenty of top headphones to pick from, those with planar-magnetic drivers are revered as the cream of the crop. That's a lot of audiophile speak, I know. But these types of cans are known for better accuracy and a more open soundscape. And that's exactly what you can expect from Astell & Kern's new Luna earphones. They're as pretty as the name suggests, with a design inspired by the moon. But it's the promised sound from these 13mm drivers that really makes me do a double take. Read more: Best wireless earbuds in 2025 reviewed and rated A&K's Luna earphones are a single-driver, planar-magnetic number that have been crafted in Japan with the sort of obsessive attention to detail usually reserved for samurai swords and wagyu beef. These drivers aren't just regular planar-magnetic (which would be impressive enough), but rather a fancy new bit of tech called Katabiki. They've got a unipolar magnetic circuit and a diaphragm that's super thin. They're built to give you outrageous resolution and delicate, natural sound. The housing is made from titanium, so these earphones are super lightweight and extremely durable. Inside, the cable is a mix of silver-coated OCC and copper OCC. Each connector is finished in aluminium, to ensure the highest quality. Each set of Luna earphones comes boxed up with plenty of ear tip options. You get three sets of Baroque tips, three AET07s, and even a pair of foam ones in case you want to live dangerously. It all slips neatly into a posh Alcantara carry case. The Astell & Kern Luna earphones are available to order now through select stockists. They'll set you back $2700/£2699/€3049.
