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CBS Sports HQ AM Newsletter – Your Daily Sports Brief
Good morning, especially to…
The Milwaukee Brewers, who are on fire!
The Milwaukee Brewers have surged to the top spot, climbing three places in Matt Snyder’s latest MLB power rankings. Riding an impressive 11-game winning streak, they have taken the lead in the NL Central, outpacing the Cubs. The team’s success is fueled by strong performances from Christian Yelich, who leads in home runs and RBIs. This winning streak is crucial given how competitive the NL Central is, with four of the five teams holding positive records. Notably, legendary manager Terry Francona recently reached a milestone of 2,000 career wins, a mark only 13 managers in history have achieved. This week’s top five teams are:
- Brewers (previously 4)
- Cubs (3)
- Tigers (1)
- Blue Jays (7)
- Dodgers (2)
Honorable Mention
Bad Morning News: Jerry Jones and Micah Parsons Drama
Dallas Cowboys owner and executive Jerry Jones stirred controversy with comments about star linebacker Micah Parsons’ contract. Jones downplayed Parsons’ value, highlighting injuries from last season and sparking widespread backlash, including criticism from future Hall of Famer JJ Watt. Parsons amplified the response by sharing Watt’s rebuke on social media. Though Parsons attended the first day of training camp, tensions remain evident between the player and the Cowboys’ leadership.
NBA Offseason’s Worst Moves
The NBA offseason has been quiet except for the unexpected firing of Damian Lillard from the Trail Blazers. CBS Sports’ Brad Botkin named the Milwaukee Bucks’ handling of Miles Turner as the worst move, speculating that Giannis Antetokounmpo might be considering a departure from Milwaukee. Other questionable decisions include the Suns waiving Bradley Beal, the Pelicans’ acquisition of veteran Derrick Favors, and Portland trading Jrue Holiday.
Health Updates on Dion Sanders
Colorado football coach Dion Sanders shared vague health updates as he continues to manage undisclosed health issues. Despite this, he appeared active in a video where he was seen playing basketball, tennis, and doing a run-walk with his daughter. Sanders acknowledged he is still recovering but did not offer any specific details about missing the start of the Buffalo season.
Is Serena Williams Considering a Comeback?
Venus Williams recently played her first tennis match in over a year, while Serena Williams has teased fans with a video of herself hitting a tennis ball. Although Serena hasn’t competed professionally since 2022, speculation about her return is growing. Venus expressed hope to reunite with Serena on the court again, highlighting the strong bond between the sisters.
Ranking NFL’s Best Teams Since 2000
With NFL training camps underway, CBS Sports released a ranking of the top 25 NFL teams since 2000. The list interestingly includes some teams that didn’t win the Super Bowl, like the 2007 Patriots who went 18-0 before losing, and the 2009 Vikings featuring stars like Brett Favre and Adrian Peterson. CBS also highlighted the NFL’s best players over the age of 30.
What’s Happening Tuesday?
- Tour de France, Stage 16 at 6 AM on Peacock
- UEFA Women’s European Championship Semi-finals (UK vs Italy) at 3 PM on Fox
- Red Sox vs Phillies at 6:45 PM on TBS
- Fever at Liberty basketball game at 8 PM on ESPN
- Dreams vs Aces basketball at 10 PM on ESPN
- Dodgers vs Twins at 10:10 PM on MLBN
Fan Take:
The Milwaukee Brewers’ surge highlights how momentum can shift quickly in baseball, making the NL Central a thrilling division to watch this season. Meanwhile, the public contract spat between Jerry Jones and Micah Parsons underscores the ongoing tension between player empowerment and team management, a dynamic reshaping the NFL’s future.
