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[ad_1] Two-time MLB All-Star pitcher Luis Severino and the Athletics have reached an agreement on a three-year contract, according to multiple reports. The deal is reportedly worth $67 million, which would represent the most lucrative contract in the history of the typically budget-minded franchise.  The deal exceeds the $66 million contract third baseman Eric Chavez signed for 2005-10.  Severino had a strong 2024 campaign with the New York Mets , starting 31 games and posting a 3.91 ERA. He also struck out 161 batters in what became his first full MLB season since 2018. Severino has battled a number of injuries over the past five years. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM New York Mets pitcher Luis Severino walks to the dugout during a game against the Miami Marlins at Citi Field in New York City Aug. 17, 2024. (Lucas Boland/USA Today Sports) Severino made his big league debut with the New York Yankees in 2015.  NOTABLE BASEBALL NAMES REACT TO MLB'S '...

[ad_1] LONDON: Burnley won for the first time in the Premier League this season as Jacob Bruun Larsen's late blast clinched a 2-1 win against fellow strugglers Luton on Tuesday. In a clash between two clubs fighting to find their feet after promotion from the Championship last season, Vincent Kompany's side earned three valuable points. South Africa forward Lyle Foster put the Clarets ahead late in the first half at Kenilworth Road. Luton's Elijah Adebayo equalised with just six minutes left, but Norway midfielder Bruun Larsen's first Premier League goal stole the points seconds later. Championship winners Burnley had taken just one point from their first six games, losing five times. But their long-awaited first victory gave them renewed hope, lifting them to 18th place, behind Luton on goal difference. "It feels great, three points in the Premier League. We had to battle for it and I am proud of the team for what they showed," Kompany said. ...

[ad_1] Join Fox News for access to this content Plus get unlimited access to thousands of articles, videos and more with your free account! Please enter a valid email address. By entering your email, you are agreeing to Fox News Terms of Service and Privacy Policy , which includes our Notice of Financial Incentive . To access the content, check your email and follow the instructions provided. As Dave Canales takes over as the new Carolina Panthers head coach, a book he co-authored with his wife, Lizzy, is making rounds as it details his pornography addiction and binge drinking from the past.  Canales and his wife wrote "This Marriage? The Question That Changed Everything," a book that revealed his past addictions and how he overcame them.  "I was living a secret life," said Canales, the former Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive coordinator, per the Charlotte Observer.  CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive...

[ad_1] Ah, another weekend of football across Europe's top leagues is upon us, which means jubilation, heartbreak and a bit of schadenfreude -- depending on who you support, of course. The weekend started in the Premier League with Arsenal getting a win that was a bit of a mixed bag, while Manchester United were leapfrogged by a superior Newcastle United . In LaLiga , Toni Kroos put on a splendid turn-back-the-clock performance for Real Madrid while Girona -- the surprise No. 2 on the league table -- staged a thrilling comeback win. The Bundesliga got partially snowed in and, in Serie A , Christian Pulisic scored as AC Milan tallied a comfortable win. On Sunday, Barcelona went three points ahead of Atletico Madrid in third place after winning 1-0, Fulham suffered a dramatic 4-3 loss to Liverpool , and Borussia Dortmund and Bayer Leverkusen played out a 1-1 draw. There's plenty to get to, so how about we stop dilly-dallying and get to it then? - Stream on ESPN...

[ad_1] Pakistan pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi with his wife Ansha Afridi during Nikah ceremony on February 4, 2023. — Twitter/@SAfridiOfficial As fans desperately look forward to Shaheen Shah Afridi's wedding, former skipper Shahid Afridi revealed some details of the pacer's wedding — who got married to his daughter Ansha Afridi earlier this year. Shahid, during an interview with a private news channel, revealed that Shaheen's wedding festivities will begin in September this year. In response to a question about Shahid's wedding, he said that he got married at a young age and has decided the same for Shaheen and Ansha. "Should I tell them the month?" Shahid asked Shaheen before making the announcement. Shaheen and Ansha tied the knot in early February in a minimal nikkah according to the Afridi tribal traditions. Earlier this month, speaking to a local news channel, Shaheen said revealed that it was he who thought about marrying Ansha first....

[ad_1] Indian batting superstar, Virat Kohli, opened up about India’s Asia Cup clash against Pakistan on Saturday in Kandy. While speaking to Star Sports, Kohli highlighted the formidable strength of Pakistan's bowling attack. He stressed that facing such a formidable bowling attack requires nothing less than a player's absolute peak performance.  “I feel bowling is their strength. And they've got some really impactful bowlers that can change the course of the game anytime based on their skill set. So, you have to be at your absolute best to face them,” Kohli told Star Sports. Reflecting on his recent batting approach, Kohli shared insights into his continuous pursuit of enhancing his game. “I only try to understand how I can better my game. Every day, every practice session, every year, every season, this is what has helped me play this well for so long and to perform for my team.” "I don't think you can perform consistently without that mindset beca...

[ad_1] Brett Favre stepped away from the NFL following the 2010 season.  The Pro Football Hall of Famer was drafted by the Atlanta Falcons in 1991 and went on to play for the Green Bay Packers, New York Jets and Minnesota Vikings . He finished his 20-year career with 508 passing touchdowns and more than 71,000 passing yards. Favre won one Super Bowl and earned three league MVP trophies during his storied career. In the years since his retirement, Favre has gone on record about the number of concussions he believes he suffered during his two decades competing in the NFL. The retired quarterback revisited the head injuries during a recent appearance on OutKick's " The Ricky Cobb Show. " CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM 2016 Hall of Fame enshrinee, quarterback Brett Favre waves to the crowd after receiving his gold jacket during the Pro Football Hall of Fame Gold Jacket Dinner on August 4, 2016, at the Canton Memorial Civic Center in Canton, Ohio. ...

[ad_1] NAPLES: Napoli will have to wait a little longer to seal their first Serie A title in 33 years after being held to a 1-1 draw by Salernitana on Sunday. Runaway league leaders Napoli needed to win to secure their third league crown with six games remaining in the season after Inter Milan beat closest challengers Lazio 3-1 earlier in the day. And Naples thought a generation of frustration was set to come to an end when Mathias Olivera headed the hosts into the lead just after the hour mark. But the long-awaited Scudetto party will have to be put on hold for at least a few more days after Boulaye Dia's stunning strike six minutes from time ensured Salernitana escaped with a point. "The players are obviously disappointed at not having made our brilliant fans happy tonight. But you've seen for a while that these points are the hardest ones to get," coach Luciano Spalletti told DAZN. "We represent their dreams and that means it's right that the...

[ad_1] Juan Soto is the richest athlete in sports history. However, $765 million apparently wasn't enough for the newest New York Met . Soto and the Mets made their record-breaking 15-year deal official Wednesday. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM The New York Yankees' Juan Soto runs the bases after hitting a home run during the seventh inning against the Colorado Rockies Aug. 25, 2024, in New York. (AP Photo/Bryan Woolston) There had been reports earlier this week that the Yankees "wouldn't budge" on giving Soto a suite at Yankee Stadium, and Yankees general manager Brian Cashman seemed to all but confirm that. But the Mets gave a suite to Soto. The New York Post says that, along with the suite, Soto will also have four premium seats for home games and security for him and his family both at home and on the road. His uniform number was another issue. Since his MLB debut in 2018, Soto has worn No. 22 with the Nationals, Padres and Yanke...