Dave Roberts Sees 'Fruits' of Progress in Roki Sasaki’s Masterclass vs Angels

Roki Sasaki fired 7 dominant innings (4 hits, 8 strikeouts, no walks) in the Dodgers' 10-1 win — his best start in a rocky Dodgers tenure.
He's regained confidence and better mechanics, and is clicking with catcher Dalton Rushing after a rough rookie season and shoulder issues.
With Snell, Glasnow and others sidelined, the Dodgers are leaning on Sasaki to help stabilize their rotation.

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May 18, 2026 at 1:55 AM

Antoine Griezmann got an emotional send-off at Atlético’s Metropolitano, making his 500th appearance, providing the match‑winner and his 100th assist in a 1-0 win — his final home game before a free transfer to MLS side Orlando City.
Teammate Jan Oblak led the tributes, insisting Griezmann “should have won a Ballon d’Or” and noting he still has years left to play in the U.S.
Teen midfielder Obed Vargas — once a fan who swapped jerseys with Griezmann — started the match, highlighting a symbolic “passing of the torch” as the Frenchman heads to MLS.

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May 18, 2026 at 1:46 AM

Ousmane Dembélé was forced off within 30 minutes of the Paris derby, a major fitness scare just 13 days before PSG face Arsenal in the Champions League final.
Early reports point to a simple muscle strain rather than a serious injury, but final scans and club assessments are still pending — France coach Didier Deschamps is watching closely with the World Cup approaching.
PSG lost 2-1 to Paris FC but still clinched Ligue 1, and they now have almost two weeks to try to get Dembélé ready for the final.

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May 18, 2026 at 1:16 AM

Denny Hamlin took the $1 million All-Star prize at Dover — his second All-Star win and first in 11 years, dominating late and leading 103 laps.
Ryan Preece's car burst into flames after contact on Lap 1; he walked away unhurt and accepted responsibility.
The new 350-lap, elimination-style format produced shocks (Ross Chastain, Chase Elliott out early) and is already drawing scrutiny.

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May 18, 2026 at 1:13 AM

Vinícius Júnior’s 15th‑minute strike sealed a 1-0 win for Real Madrid at Sevilla.
Kylian Mbappé returned to the starting XI amid recent boos but had a quiet, frustrating night — one disallowed goal and several missed chances.
The victory keeps Madrid’s momentum and secures second place as Barcelona had already clinched the title.

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May 18, 2026 at 12:57 AM