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Yahoo
6 hours ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
When might new Boston Red Sox pitcher from Rafael Devers trade join roster?
SEATTLE — Right-handed pitcher Jordan Hicks, who the Red Sox acquired from the Giants in the Rafael Devers trade Sunday, is on the 15-day injured list with inflammation in his right big toe but he should be back fairly soon. Hicks is eligible to come off the IL on Tuesday. But he will fly to Boston to throw a live BP there in the upcoming days, manager Alex Cora said. Advertisement 'Then we'll see where we're at,' Cora said Monday before Boston's 2-0 win against the Mariners at T-Mobile Park. 'I don't know if a rehab assignment is coming up. But he's getting close.' The 28-year-old Hicks struggled with the Giants this season, posting a 6.47 ERA in 13 outings (nine starts). He had a 3.29 ERA in 65 relief outings in 2023. 'We're absolutely excited about bringing Jordan Hicks, a dominant late-inning reliever, into our mix,' chief baseball officer Craig Breslow said. Boston also acquired lefty Kyle Harrison in the trade and optioned him to Triple-A Worcester. 'We added some pieces that we do believe they're gonna help us, especially obviously in the pitching department,' Cora said. 'That's something that we've been talking about throughout the offseason and early in the season — we have to pitch. And these two guys, in my opinion, they're gonna impact the big league team at one point.' Advertisement Breslow added about Harrison: 'Someone who we think can pitch in the front half of a rotation. We've identified some development opportunities for him that we're going to work through.' BETTING: Red Sox -1.5 runline is listed at +238 on DraftKings for Tuesday's game against the Mariners. Our complete list of Massachusetts sportsbook promos will help you pick a sportsbook to use. More Red Sox coverage Read the original article on MassLive.
USA Today
13 hours ago
- Sport
- USA Today
HC Mike Elko believes Texas A&M junior DL will 'fulfill his potential' in 2025
HC Mike Elko believes Texas A&M junior DL will 'fulfill his potential' in 2025 Texas A&M's defensive line depth became an immediate talking point early in the offseason, mainly due to the departures of Nic Scourton, Shemar Stewart, and Shemar Turner, who were all selected in the first two rounds of the 2025 NFL Draft. However, after adding five defensive linemen from the transfer portal, including four edge rushers, interior defensive line depth remains an issue, putting pressure on the starting rotation to perform effectively. On Wednesday night, head coach Mike Elko spoke during the annual Dallas Coach's Night, previewing the 2025 season for what seems like the tenth time this year. Still, it has not yet become redundant, as the second-year leader had plenty to say regarding several players, including junior defensive tackle DJ Hicks. This is a critical season for the former five-star prospect, who was the crown jewel of Texas A&M's 2023 recruiting class, but has yet to live up to his high school production, mainly due to the depth in front of him during his first two seasons. Still, during his first season as a starting defensive tackle, Hicks recorded just 17 tackles, 1.5 sacks, and two pass deflections. This offseason, Hicks has reportedly worked hard to build more strength in the weight room and work on his technique as a run defender, which, paired with senior nose tackle Albert Regis, needs to reach a level of consistency, as former Iowa State DL Tyler Onyedum is already a proven run defender who also brings notable pass rusher ability to the depth chart. Despite his lack of production, Elko is very high on DJ Hicks to take that next step and finally live up to his immense potetnial as "the guy" on the D-line. "I think DJ Hicks is probably that guy who is going to step into that limelight this year and fulfill his potential." This vote of confidence is a good sign knowing the amount of talent from the transfer portal, as Elko could have named any one of the new additions that have stood out, but remains steady that Hicks will become one of the defense's more reliable defenders. With just one year of eligibility remaining after this season, 2025 needs to be the year that Hicks shines. Contact/Follow us @AggiesWire on X and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Texas A&M news, notes and opinions. Follow Cameron on X: @CameronOhnysty.
USA Today
a day ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Previewing the 2025 season for Texas A&M DL DJ Hicks with his player profile
Previewing the 2025 season for Texas A&M DL DJ Hicks with his player profile As we gear up for the 2025 football season, Aggies Wire is breaking down every player on the Texas A&M roster. Throughout the preseason, each profile will highlight the player's background, recruiting rankings out of high school, and their projected role under head coach Mike Elko this year. DJ Hicks, the top-rated recruit from Texas A&M's 2023 class, enters the season as a veteran presence on the defensive line. The Aggies will rely on Hicks to help fortify their run defense, lining up alongside Albert Regis and Cashius Howell to create a formidable front. While Hicks' statistics through two seasons may not leap off the page, his experience across 24 games, mostly in rotational roles behind current NFL talent, has prepared him for a breakout junior year. With his name now penciled in atop the depth chart, Hicks is expected to see his most significant playing time yet. Preseason Player Profile Hometown: Katy, Texas Height: 6-5 Weight: 310 lbs. Class in 2025: Junior Recruiting Rankings (Class of 2023) National: No. 11 No. 11 Position (DL): No. 1 No. 1 Texas: No. 2 The former five-star prospect, Hicks earned 2022 Texas District 19-6A Co-Defensive MVP honors his senior year. After contributing in nearly every game since arriving in College Station, 2025 could be the year he cements his legacy. Depth Chart Outlook For the first time, Hicks enters fall camp as a projected starter, listed beside senior Albert Regis. Expect him to play a key role in Texas A&M's defensive success this season. Here's what coach Mike Elko had to say about the junior DL during the Dallas Coach's Night: "I think DJ Hicks is probably that guy who is going to step into that limelight this year and fulfill his potential." Contact/Follow us @AggiesWire on X and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Texas A&M news, notes, and opinions. Follow Jarrett Johnson on X: @whosnextsports1.
Time Out
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time Out
‘You have to be a bit mad to try this': inside London's most daring new cinema
If you walk down Clerkenwell Road, a red building will catch your eye. It's a bazaar of the bizarre, a shrine to the shocking. Welcome to The Nickel, London's newest – and cultiest – cinema. A DIY affair, it's owned and operated by Dominic Hicks, a movie aficionado who has travelled the globe's repertory cinema scene, from New York to LA, Barcelona to Japan. The Nickel Cinema began life in October 2023 as a pop-up in pubs like Camberwell's The Bear, before expanding to The Cinema Museum, Jamboree in King's Cross and All Is Joy in Dean Street. The events regularly sold out as The Nickel's popularity grew. 'The plan was always to build an actual space, so these pop-ups gave me a means to get more experience, which I definitely needed since I was pretty green in the realms of programming and projection,' says Hicks. Hicks initially balanced his filmmaking day job with running The Nickel, before dropping everything to focus on the project. 'You have to be a bit mad to try to pull off something like this, but I would have died trying.' He launched a fundraiser with a target of £10,000, ending up on nearly £15,000 and added confidence that Londoners bought into his vision for a cult cinema. 'It created pressure that if I had failed to deliver, I probably would have had to leave the country!'Happily, with some help from The Scala 's Jane Giles and other cinema veterans, and a crash course in cinema programming – Hicks watched more than 420 films in 12 months to prepare – he hasn't had to flee the land: The Nickel Cinema is now officially open. Week one was a sell out. Inside the cinema, lobby walls are adorned with vinyl records, VHS tapes and film reels. The reels are a recent addition, with roughly 60 prints in The Nickel's growing collection including A Clockwork Orange, Kiss Me Deadly and King Kong, alongside films that have never been released on other formats, like '70s neo-noir curio The Nickel Ride. This includes the first reel Hicks ever bought, 1976's Charles Bronson western From Noon Till Three. 'We're showing at least one film print a week,' promises Hicks. Projecting film is no easy task – a screening of The Conversation at The Cinema Museum saw the film burn up during the projection. 'The people there probably thought we were doing some kind of Secret Cinema experience!' This is what local cinemas used to feel like before multiplexes The cinema's seats are saved from the now-closed Odeon Covent Garden, adding to the sense that the Nickel is an act of defiance in the depressing era of landlords shuttering iconic cinemas all over London, including Curzon Mayfair and even the Prince Charles Cinema. 'We get told that cinema is finished, but it's just not true,' says Nicks. 'London has an extremely active cinephile culture. It feels like we're seeing a reversal back to what local cinemas used to feel like before multiplexes.' There are big ambitions for The Nickel Cinema's first year. Hicks wants regular attendees to programme their own events, and hopes to have famous film fans like Alice Lowe or Stewart Lee introducing their favourite body horrors or Italian crime flicks. When construction on the downstairs bar is complete, there'll be workshops for aspiring filmmakers on everything from acting and directing to cinematography. Movie marathons are also on the cards. An 'All Day Mystery Horror' marathon is planned for Halloween. You'll rock up knowing the film will be something you won't forget The dream is to create a communal hub for film fans, bringing interaction and connection back to the cinema space. 'There are bars you go to because they play music you've never heard of, but you know you'll like,' says Hicks. 'We need something like that for cinema – where you don't even bother to look, you just rock up knowing it'll be something you haven't seen but you won't forget.' The Nickel is stepping perfectly into part of the big gap left by the legendary The Scala cinema. It could just be that beacon of all things cult, exploitation and underground for a new generation.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Red Sox Reveal New Roster Additions After Yankees Game
Red Sox Reveal New Roster Additions After Yankees Game originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Boston Red Sox sent shockwaves through Major League Baseball on Sunday night. After sweeping their biggest rivals, the New York Yankees, Boston stunned fans by unexpectedly trading away their top offensive star, Rafael Devers. Advertisement The surprising move left many around the league scrambling to understand it, but the deal is official: Devers is no longer a member of the Red Sox. In return, Boston received two promising young pitchers who will join the MLB roster immediately. The team welcomed the newcomers with a simple message on social media. "Welcome to the Red Sox, Kyle & Jordan." Kyle Harrison, 23, made his MLB debut in 2023 and became the youngest Giants pitcher to debut since Madison Bumgarner in 2009. This season, Harrison made four starts and holds a 1-1 record with a 4.56 ERA. Last season, he went 7-7 over 24 starts, also finishing with a 4.56 ERA. He struck out 118 batters and walked 42. Advertisement His most recent start came on June 10 against the Colorado Rockies, where he pitched five innings, allowing four hits and three runs. He struck out six and walked two. Former San Francisco Giants pitcher Kyle Harrison (45)Jim Rassol-Imagn Images Jordan Hicks, 28, began his career with the St. Louis Cardinals and debuted in 2018. Primarily used as a reliever early in his career, Hicks transitioned to a starting role in 2024 with the Giants, making 20 starts. Last season, he went 4-7 with a 4.10 ERA for San Francisco. In 2025, he has struggled, going 1-5 with a 6.47 ERA through 13 appearances, including nine starts. Recently demoted to the bullpen, Hicks is currently on the 15-day injured list with toe inflammation. Advertisement Related: MLB Sends Ronald Acuna Message After Braves Win Related: Mets Makes Big Pete Alonso Announcement on Sunday This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 16, 2025, where it first appeared.
