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Good morning and welcome to The Warm Up! In today’s edition Ohio State flexing its muscle on the preseason All-America team, a Miami homecoming to remember for Adrian Del Castillo, and a frustrating start to the season for Spurs as they draw with Leicester City, let’s dive in.

Buckeye Domination on All-America Team (4-minute read)

Ohio State made a statement in the preseason Associated Press All-America team, leading the nation with four first-team selections. Caleb Downs, a standout safety who transferred from Alabama, headlines the Buckeyes’ first-teamers, joined by guard Donovan Jackson, receiver Emeka Egbuka, and cornerback Denzel Burke. With players like running back TreVeyon Henderson and defensive lineman Tyleik Williams also making the second team, the Buckeyes' preseason picks put them in the national title conversation.

Leicester City and Spurs Draw In Season Opener (3-minute read)

Spurs season began with a 1-1 draw against newly promoted Leicester City. Despite dominating the first half with a 10-1 shot advantage, Spurs could only find the net once through Pedro Porro. Jamie Vardy, returning from a month-long injury, stunned Tottenham with an equalizer on Leicester’s first shot on target. Vardy’s late heroics and taunting added to Tottenham’s woes as they missed several chances to secure a win.

Del Castillo’s Miami Homecoming Heroics (2-minute read)

Rookie sensation Adrian Del Castillo made his Miami homecoming unforgettable, blasting his first career grand slam to lead the Arizona Diamondbacks to a 9-6 victory over the Marlins. Del Castillo’s surge has been a catalyst for Arizona’s remarkable 29-13 run since July 1, helping them stay in the thick of the playoff race.

Alvarez Walkoffs Orioles with Ninth-Inning Bomb (2-minute read)

Francisco Alvarez snapped a 15-game homer drought in dramatic fashion, launching a walk-off solo shot to lift the Mets over the Orioles 4-3. The victory capped off a strong performance by David Peterson, who pitched a career-high seven innings, though a late balk and home run nearly derailed his night. Alvarez’s clutch moment might be the spark the Mets need down the stretch.

🤕 Atlanta Braves Austin Riley out 6-8 weeks with broken hand

💢 Tua Tagovailoa rips ex-Dolphins coach Brian Flores

🥇 Steve Kerr reportedly won't continue as USA Basketball coach

👌​​ Good, bad, ugly from each NFL team's 2024 Week 2 preseason game

🚀 Met’s Francisco Alvarez's  walkoff homer

💪 Vlad puts a ball in the second deck

⚽ Jamie Vardy’s goal to open Leicester's scoring

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New York Liberty Take On Dallas Wings (3-minute read)

Sabrina Ionescu and Arike Ogunbowale, two of the WNBA’s top scorers, clash as the Liberty host the Wings in Brooklyn. The Liberty’s high-powered offense, led by Ionescu’s 19.9 points per game, will look to overpower a struggling Wings defense that’s allowing a league-worst 90.5 points per game.

Yankees Battle Guardians (2-minute read)

The Yankees and Guardians, both sitting at 5-5 in their last ten games, square off in a battle of resilience at Yankee Stadium. With playoff hopes on the line, every win counts as the Bronx Bombers look to gain ground in the AL East.

Braves vs. Phillies - NL East Showdown (3-minute read)

The Braves return home to face the Phillies in a crucial three-game series, looking to close the seven-game gap in the NL East. Despite recent struggles, both teams have much to prove.

What are the three oldest ballparks in Major League Baseball, which teams play there, and when did they open?

👉️ Answer Below

Fenway Park, home of the Boston Red Sox, opened in 1912.

Wrigley Field, home of the Chicago Cubs, opened in 1914.

Dodger Stadium, home of the Los Angeles Dodgers, opened in 1962.