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Nick Kurtz did not crack the A’s roster for opening day. He did not hit a home run until his 17th big league game.

Six months later, he's been recognized as one of MLB's best young players.
Athletics slugger Nick Kurtz wins AL Rookie of the Year unanimously
Kurtz delivered an elite rookie season despite only playing in 117 games.
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November 11, 2025 at 1:06 AM
More on the price ranges and which areas are charging more:
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FIFA’s next 2026 World Cup cash cow: Exorbitant parking prices
If you're paying to park at 2026 World Cup matches it'll cost you more than some match tickets at previous editions of the tournament
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November 10, 2025 at 4:36 PM
More on what the win means for New England and its postseason outlook ⤵️
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Patriots-Buccaneers takeaways: Maye leads New England to seventh straight win
Drake Maye delivered key plays under pressure, including a fourth-and-goal touchdown to Stefon Diggs and a 72-yard strike to Kyle Williams.
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November 10, 2025 at 3:15 PM
@davidaldridgedc.bsky.social says it should go without saying that the Commanders should not name their soon-to-be-built stadium after President Trump, as he would reportedly like.
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A new stadium named after President Trump? The Commanders have better options
Naming their next stadium after Trump, or any other modern pol, would be a cosmically bad decision for Josh Harris and his ownership group.
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November 10, 2025 at 2:04 PM