Guardians ink intriguing reliever to $1.5 million deal

Satou Sabally has been confirmed to be out indefinitely due to lingering concussion symptoms, as reported by Ben Pickman of The Athletic. This news comes just a month after she was highlighted as one of the top 10 players to watch at Unrivaled, marking a significant setback for her career.

The Kansas City Royals have signed outfielder Lane Thomas to a one-year contract worth $5.25 million, which includes $1 million in performance incentives. This move is aimed at strengthening their outfield as the team prepares for the upcoming season. Thomas previously played for the Guardians and Nationals, bringing valuable experience to the Royals.

NBC Sports executive Rick Cordella expressed a desire for the network's partnership with Major League Baseball (MLB) to extend beyond the newly established three-year media deals with ESPN, NBC, and Netflix. This partnership is significant as it encompasses key broadcasting rights, including Sunday Night Baseball and the MLB.tv out-of-market package.

Stanford University has appointed former quarterback Tavita Pritchard as the new head coach for the 2026 college football season, following a year of interim leadership under Frank Reich. This decision comes as the program seeks to improve its performance, having struggled with a 16-43 record since 2021. The Athletic has labeled the Stanford football head coach position as the 'toughest' in the Power 4, highlighting the challenges ahead for Pritchard.