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The manager who co With the No. 1 pick in the 2023 MLB Entry Draft, the Pittsburgh Pirates selected LSU star pitcher, Paul Skenes. There was a lot of excitement surrounding the pick, as Paul Skenes was regarded as one of the best pitching prospects the game has seen in a long time. That is a lot of pressure for a young player to have on their shoulders. But, at the start of his professional career, Paul Skenes has met and exceeded those expectations. Through his first eight starts with the Pittsburgh Pirates, he has been difficult to beat. He…

Another mock draft on the slate, this time from ESPN and Kiley McDaniel, and it’s another common connection with the Atlanta Braves projected to select Mississippi State switch-pitcher Jurrangelo Cijntje at 24th. Cijntje was rated by McDaniel as the 36th-best prospect in this draft in his most recent rankings, with notably helium from the selection that has McDaniel now saying that he feels 24th is the floor for Cijntje. This fits widely with other mock drafts, who see him going either at or before Atlanta. In general McDaniel’s projections follow a similar path to a lot of those seen wherein the Braves are connected…

Another mock draft on the slate, this time from ESPN and Kiley McDaniel, and it’s another common connection with the Atlanta Braves projected to select Mississippi State switch-pitcher Jurrangelo Cijntje at 24th. Cijntje was rated by McDaniel as the 36th-best prospect in this draft in his most recent rankings, with notably helium from the selection that has McDaniel now saying that he feels 24th is the floor for Cijntje. This fits widely with other mock drafts, who see him going either at or before Atlanta. In general McDaniel’s projections follow a similar path to a lot of those seen wherein the Braves are connected…

Law firm Freeths has established a new trust, estates and tax (TeT) offering in Birmingham following the appointment of director Hannah Turner, who joins from Gateley Legal. Turner brings over 12 years of experience specialising in estate and personal tax planning, estate administration, trust creation and administration and court of protection matters, for a wide range of clients with a variety of financial and personal backgrounds. In her new role, Turner will work alongside partner and national head of trusts, estates and tax Louise Lewis as well as supporting the wider UK dispute team including partners and joint national head…

News of the deal will surely come as a relief to Birmingham fans who will be craving some stability after the dismissal of Gary Rowett.  The 42-year-old was heralded as one of the most promising young English managers before parting company with the club.  Having been replaced by Gianfranco Zola at least now it appears the club have a set plan in place for the transfer window.  

Law firm Freeths has established a new trust, estates and tax (TeT) offering in Birmingham following the appointment of director Hannah Turner, who joins from Gateley Legal. Turner brings over 12 years of experience specialising in estate and personal tax planning, estate administration, trust creation and administration and court of protection matters, for a wide range of clients with a variety of financial and personal backgrounds. In her new role, Turner will work alongside partner and national head of trusts, estates and tax Louise Lewis as well as supporting the wider UK dispute team including partners and joint national head…

We are less than a month away from the 2024 MLB Draft and things are starting to come into focus. The top 8-9 prospects in the draft are pretty well established even if the exact order that they will be picked is up in the air and we are starting to see the same names overall in consideration in the first round. For the Atlanta Braves who pick at #24, it would normally be true that they would be resigned to get their board ready and just react to what happens ahead of them on day one of the draft. However, a…

Key battle: Left tackle | More than any teammate, first-round pick Tyler Guyton will battle the legacy of former All-Pro tackle Tyron Smith, who signed with the New York Jets in free agency in the offseason. With just 70 snaps at left tackle with Oklahoma, Guyton is no sure thing because Pro Bowl guard Tyler Smith started 17 games at left tackle in 2022. NEW YORK GIANTS | Rookies report: July 16 | Veterans: July 23 (Quest Diagnostics Training Facility, East Rutherford, N.J.) Key battle: Tight end | With the retirement of Darren Waller, Daniel Bellinger and fourth-round pick Theo Johnson have…

Lyon captain and talismanic striker Alexandre Lacazette (33) has decided to stay with Les Gones for what will be his final contract year, according to a report from L’Equipe. The former Arsenal centre-forward was pondering whether to remain with his formative club or succumb to the riches on offer from Saudi Arabia. The outlet understands that Saudi Pro League side Al-Qadsiah FC were ready to reward Alexandre Lacazette with a two-year contract worth €30m. Besides, Lyon would not have prevented Alexandre Lacazette from leaving, considering the Ligue 1 club would have received a transfer fee. Nevertheless, Le Général has opted to remain at Lyon, where…

Lyon captain and talismanic striker Alexandre Lacazette (33) has decided to stay with Les Gones for what will be his final contract year, according to a report from L’Equipe. The former Arsenal centre-forward was pondering whether to remain with his formative club or succumb to the riches on offer from Saudi Arabia. The outlet understands that Saudi Pro League side Al-Qadsiah FC were ready to reward Alexandre Lacazette with a two-year contract worth €30m. Besides, Lyon would not have prevented Alexandre Lacazette from leaving, considering the Ligue 1 club would have received a transfer fee. Nevertheless, Le Général has opted to remain at Lyon, where…