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MLB Game Preview: San Francisco Giants (31-44) vs. Miami Marlins (38-38)

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Venue: loanDepot Park — Miami, Florida

First Pitch: 7:10 PM ET / 4:10 PM PT

Broadcast: NBC Sports Bay Area • Bally Sports Florida • MLB.TV

The Giants and Marlins meet in a Saturday night matchup with both clubs trying to stabilize their seasons. San Francisco continues to struggle with consistency, especially on the mound, while Miami has clawed back to .500 behind improved pitching and timely hitting. The pitching matchup features Giants right‑hander McDonald, still trying to find his footing, against Marlins right‑hander Max Meyer, who has emerged as one of Miami’s most reliable arms.

VENUE — LOANDEPOT PARK

Location: Miami, Florida

Roof: Expected closed due to heat/humidity

Park Factors:

Suppresses home runs

Favors gap‑to‑gap hitters

Neutral for pitchers overall

WEATHER REPORT — MIAMI, FL

(Indoor game — weather will not affect play)

Temperature Outside: 89–92°F

Humidity: 70–75%

Impact: None — roof closed.

INJURY REPORT

San Francisco Giants

Jung Hoo Lee — OUT (shoulder)

Logan Webb — OUT (forearm)

Michael Conforto — Probable (hamstring)

Patrick Bailey — Probable (illness)

Camilo Doval — OUT (elbow)

Miami Marlins

Jazz Chisholm Jr. — Probable (ankle soreness)

Jake Burger — OUT (oblique)

Jesús Luzardo — OUT (back)

A.J. Puk — OUT (lat)

Xavier Edwards — Probable (wrist)

TEAM RECORDS & RECENT FORM

San Francisco Giants (31–44)

Last 10: 3–7

Road Record: 13–24

Trend: Pitching staff struggling; offense inconsistent.

Key Note: Giants have allowed 5+ runs in 8 of their last 11.

Miami Marlins (38–38)

Last 10: 6–4

Home Record: 21–17

Trend: Pitching stabilizing; lineup producing more contact and speed.

Key Note: Marlins averaging 4.7 runs per game over last 12.

PITCHING MATCHUP BREAKDOWN

SF — RHP McDonald

2026 Stats: 5.12 ERA | 1.41 WHIP

Profile:

Fastball/slider mix

Struggles with command

Vulnerable to left‑handed hitters

Recent Form:

6.20 ERA over last 4 starts

High walk rate; elevated pitch counts

Key Concern: Miami’s left‑handed bats (Chisholm, Sánchez) match up well.

MIA — RHP Max Meyer

2026 Stats: 3.54 ERA | 1.19 WHIP

Profile:

Power fastball + wipeout slider

Generates strikeouts

Excellent at home (2.98 ERA at loanDepot Park)

Recent Form:

2.85 ERA over last 5 starts

Slider generating elite whiff rates

Key Strength: Giants rank bottom‑10 in MLB vs sliders.

KEY PLAYER MATCHUPS

Matt Chapman (SF) vs Max Meyer

Chapman’s power vs Meyer’s slider.

If Meyer locates, Chapman could be neutralized.

Jazz Chisholm Jr. (MIA) vs McDonald

Chisholm’s speed/power combo vs McDonald’s command issues.

Major advantage Miami.

Luis Matos (SF) vs Marlins Bullpen

Matos has been one of SF’s few consistent hitters.

Miami bullpen ERA: 3.48 (top‑10 in MLB).

Josh Bell (MIA) vs Giants Pitching

Bell’s switch‑hitting ability plays well in a park that rewards line drives.

SERIES HISTORY

2025 Season Series: Marlins won 4–2

Last 10 Meetings: Marlins lead 7–3

At loanDepot Park: Miami has won 5 of last 6

Trend: Low‑scoring games in Miami — average combined runs: 7.0

BETTING TRENDS

San Francisco Giants

3–8 in last 11 overall

6 of last 8: Over

1–6 in McDonald’s last 7 starts

Miami Marlins

7–3 in last 10 home games

5 of last 7: Under

6–2 in Meyer’s last 8 starts

Game Odds

San Francisco Giants                      7.5

Miami Marlins                                  – 135

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, June 19, 2026

MLB Game Preview: Washington Nationals (39-37) vs. Tampa Bay Rays (42-30)

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Venue: Tropicana Field — St. Petersburg, Florida

First Pitch: 6:50 PM ET / 3:50 PM PT

Broadcast: MASN • Bally Sports Sun • MLB.TV

A compelling interleague matchup unfolds under the dome at Tropicana Field as the Nationals (39–37) continue their surprising push above .500, while the Rays (42–30) look to maintain their position near the top of the AL Wild Card race. Both teams enter with strong recent form, and the pitching matchup features two young arms trending upward: Cade Cavalli, returning to full strength, and Ian Seymour, who has quietly become one of Tampa Bay’s most reliable starters.

VENUE — TROPICANA FIELD

Location: St. Petersburg, Florida

Surface: Artificial turf

Park Factors:

Suppresses home runs

Boosts line‑drive hitters

Favors pitchers who induce ground balls

WEATHER REPORT — ST. PETERSBURG, FL

(Indoor stadium — weather will not impact play)

Temperature Outside: 88–91°F

Humidity: 70%

Impact: None — dome closed.

INJURY REPORT

Washington Nationals

CJ Abrams — Probable (hamstring tightness)

Lane Thomas — Probable (wrist)

Josiah Gray — OUT (forearm)

Hunter Harvey — OUT (shoulder)

Nick Senzel — OUT (ankle)

Tampa Bay Rays

Yandy Díaz — Probable (quad)

Shane McClanahan — OUT (Tommy John recovery)

Josh Lowe — OUT (oblique)

Pete Fairbanks — Probable (back stiffness)

Taylor Walls — OUT (hip)

TEAM RECORDS & RECENT FORM

Washington Nationals (39–37)

Last 10: 6–4

Road Record: 18–20

Trend: Pitching staff stabilizing; offense streaky but timely.

Key Note: Nationals have allowed 3 runs or fewer in 5 of their last 7.

Tampa Bay Rays (42–30)

Last 10: 7–3

Home Record: 23–14

Trend: Elite bullpen; offense improving with healthier lineup.

Key Note: Rays averaging 5.2 runs per game over last 12.

PITCHING MATCHUP BREAKDOWN

WSH — RHP Cade Cavalli

2026 Stats: 3.78 ERA | 1.24 WHIP

Profile:

Power fastball (96–98 mph)

Sharp curveball; developing changeup

Generates strikeouts but can be wild early

Recent Form:

2.95 ERA over last 4 starts

Fastball command improving

Key Concern: Rays excel vs high‑velocity fastballs.

TB — LHP Ian Seymour

2026 Stats: 3.41 ERA | 1.18 WHIP

Profile:

Fastball/slider/changeup mix

Excellent command

Strong vs right‑handed hitters

Recent Form:

2.70 ERA over last 5 starts

Dominant at Tropicana Field (2.88 ERA)

Key Strength: Nationals rank bottom‑10 in MLB vs left‑handed pitching.

KEY PLAYER MATCHUPS

CJ Abrams (WSH) vs Ian Seymour

Abrams’ speed vs Seymour’s command.

Seymour must keep him off the bases to avoid chaos.

Lane Thomas (WSH) vs Rays Bullpen

Thomas hitting .310 over last 15 games.

Rays bullpen ERA: 3.12 (top‑5 in MLB).

Yandy Díaz (TB) vs Cavalli

Díaz crushes fastballs; Cavalli relies heavily on his.

Major leverage matchup early.

Isaac Paredes (TB) vs Nationals Bullpen

Paredes’ power plays well in Tropicana’s gaps.

Nationals bullpen ERA: 4.39 (middle of the pack).

SERIES HISTORY

2025 Season Series: Rays won 2–1

Last 10 Meetings: Rays lead 6–4

At Tropicana Field: Rays have won 4 of last 5

Trend: Low‑scoring games — average combined runs: 7.3

BETTING TRENDS

Washington Nationals

5–2 in last 7 overall

6 of last 8: Under

4–1 in Cavalli’s last 5 starts

Tampa Bay Rays

7–3 in last 10

5 of last 7: Over

6–2 in Seymour’s last 8 starts

Game Odds

Washington Nationals                   8

Tampa Bay Rays                                – 118

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, June 19, 2026

MLB Game Preview: Cincinnati Reds (35-39) vs. New York Yankees (46-28)

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Venue: Yankee Stadium — Bronx, New York

First Pitch: 7:05 PM ET / 4:05 PM PT

Broadcast: Bally Sports Ohio • YES Network • MLB.TV

A cross‑league matchup in the Bronx features two teams heading in opposite directions. The Reds (35–39) are fighting to stay afloat in the NL Wild Card race, while the Yankees (46–28) continue to push for the AL’s best record behind elite pitching and a resurgent offense. The pitching matchup pits Cincinnati’s left‑handed workhorse Andrew Abbott against New York’s rising right‑hander Will Warren, who has been one of the Yankees’ most reliable mid‑rotation arms.

WEATHER REPORT — BRONX, NY

(Open‑air ballpark — weather will influence play)

Temperature: 80–84°F

Conditions: Clear skies

Wind: 6–10 mph blowing out to right field

Humidity: 55–60%

Impact:

Boost for left‑handed power hitters

Fly balls to right could carry

Slight advantage to Yankees’ lefty bats

INJURY REPORT

Cincinnati Reds

Matt McLain — OUT (shoulder)

TJ Friedl — OUT (hamstring)

Christian Encarnacion‑Strand — OUT (wrist)

Nick Lodolo — Probable (back tightness)

Alexis Díaz — Probable (forearm fatigue)

New York Yankees

Aaron Judge — Probable (rest day possible)

Giancarlo Stanton — OUT (quad strain)

Anthony Rizzo — OUT (back)

Clarke Schmidt — OUT (lat)

Jonathan Loáisiga — OUT (elbow)

TEAM RECORDS & RECENT FORM

Cincinnati Reds (35–39)

Last 10: 4–6

Road Record: 16–22

Trend: Offense inconsistent; pitching staff overworked.

Key Note: Reds averaging 3.7 runs per game over last 14.

New York Yankees (46–28)

Last 10: 7–3

Home Record: 25–12

Trend: Pitching dominant; lineup producing timely power.

Key Note: Yankees have allowed 3 runs or fewer in 8 of their last 11.

PITCHING MATCHUP BREAKDOWN

CIN — LHP Andrew Abbott

2026 Stats: 3.92 ERA | 1.28 WHIP

Profile:

Fastball/curveball/changeup mix

Generates weak contact

Struggles vs right‑handed power

Recent Form:

4.20 ERA over last 5 starts

Home run issues resurfacing

Key Concern: Yankee Stadium is unforgiving to lefties who leave pitches up.

NYY — RHP Will Warren

2026 Stats: 3.44 ERA | 1.19 WHIP

Profile:

Heavy sinker/slider combo

Excellent command

Keeps ball on the ground

Recent Form:

2.95 ERA over last 6 starts

Strong at home (3.10 ERA)

Key Strength: Reds rank bottom‑10 in MLB vs sliders and sinkers.

KEY PLAYER MATCHUPS

Elly De La Cruz (CIN) vs Will Warren

De La Cruz’s speed/power vs Warren’s command.

Warren must avoid giving him fastballs up in the zone.

Aaron Judge (NYY) vs Andrew Abbott

Judge hitting .315 with 9 HR over last 20 games.

Abbott’s fly‑ball tendencies are dangerous in the Bronx.

Spencer Steer (CIN) vs Yankees Bullpen

Steer is Cincinnati’s most consistent RBI bat.

Yankees bullpen ERA: 3.21 (top‑5 in MLB).

Juan Soto (NYY) vs Reds Pitching

Soto’s plate discipline vs a Reds staff that walks too many hitters.

Wind blowing out to right favors him.

SERIES HISTORY

2025 Season Series: Yankees won 2–1

Last 10 Meetings: Yankees lead 6–4

At Yankee Stadium: Yankees have won 4 of last 5

Trend: High‑scoring games in the Bronx — average combined runs: 9.2

BETTING TRENDS

Cincinnati Reds

3–7 in last 10 road games

6 of last 8: Under

2–5 in Abbott’s last 7 starts

New York Yankees

8–3 in last 11 overall

5 of last 7: Under

7–2 in Warren’s last 9 starts

Game Odds

Cincinnati Reds                 9.5

New York Yankees           – 202

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, June 19, 2026

MLB Game Preview: Chicago White Sox (39-35) vs. Detroit Tigers (31-44)

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Venue: Comerica Park — Detroit, Michigan

First Pitch: 6:40 PM ET

Broadcast: NBC Sports Chicago • Bally Sports Detroit • MLB.TV

An AL Central matchup with very different stakes unfolds in Detroit as the White Sox (39–35) continue their push toward the top of the division, while the Tigers (31–44) look to stabilize a season that has slipped away early. Chicago enters with momentum and a deeper lineup, while Detroit leans on young pitching and flashes of offensive promise. The pitching matchup features Detroit’s rookie right‑hander Melton against a yet‑to‑be‑announced White Sox starter, though Chicago’s rotation depth suggests a likely mid‑rotation arm or spot starter.

WEATHER REPORT — DETROIT, MI

(Open‑air ballpark — weather will influence play)

Temperature: 77–81°F

Conditions: Clear skies

Wind: 8–12 mph blowing out to left field

Humidity: 50–55%

Impact:

Boost to right‑handed power hitters

Comerica’s deep gaps still suppress homers, but extra‑base hits more likely

Slight advantage to line‑drive hitters

INJURY REPORT

Chicago White Sox

Luis Robert Jr. — Probable (hamstring tightness)

Yoán Moncada — OUT (oblique)

Eloy Jiménez — OUT (quad strain)

Garrett Crochet — OUT (shoulder fatigue)

Michael Kopech — Probable (back stiffness)

Detroit Tigers

Riley Greene — Probable (wrist soreness)

Casey Mize — OUT (elbow)

Kerry Carpenter — OUT (ankle)

Javier Báez — Probable (hip)

Jason Foley — OUT (lat strain)

TEAM RECORDS & RECENT FORM

Chicago White Sox (39–35)

Last 10: 6–4

Road Record: 18–19

Trend: Offense improving; bullpen stabilizing after early struggles.

Key Note: Sox averaging 5.0 runs per game over last 12.

Detroit Tigers (31–44)

Last 10: 3–7

Home Record: 15–22

Trend: Pitching inconsistent; offense streaky and overly reliant on Greene.

Key Note: Tigers have scored 3 runs or fewer in 8 of their last 11.

PITCHING MATCHUP BREAKDOWN

DET — RHP Melton

2026 Stats: 4.52 ERA | 1.33 WHIP

Profile:

Young arm with mid‑90s fastball

Developing slider and changeup

Struggles with command when behind in counts

Recent Form:

5.40 ERA over last 4 starts

High walk rate; vulnerable to right‑handed power

Key Concern: Chicago’s lineup features multiple right‑handed hitters who excel vs fastballs.

CHW — TBD

Chicago has several candidates for this slot:

Likely Options

Chris Flexen (if on regular rest)

Nick Nastrini (spot start)

Bullpen game (if rotation alignment requires)

General Profile

White Sox starters have a combined 3.91 ERA over last 15 games.

Chicago’s bullpen ERA over last 10 games: 3.48 (top‑10 in MLB).

Even with uncertainty, Chicago’s pitching staff is in better form than Detroit’s.

KEY PLAYER MATCHUPS

Luis Robert Jr. (CHW) vs Melton

Robert’s power vs Melton’s fastball‑heavy approach.

If Robert is fully active, this is a major mismatch.

Andrew Vaughn (CHW) vs Detroit Bullpen

Vaughn hitting .310 over last 20 games.

Detroit’s bullpen ERA: 4.78 (bottom‑five in MLB).

Riley Greene (DET) vs White Sox Pitching

Greene is Detroit’s most consistent bat.

Chicago may pitch around him given Tigers’ lack of depth.

Spencer Torkelson (DET) vs TBD Starter

Torkelson’s power plays well with wind blowing out.

Needs to avoid chasing breaking balls.

SERIES HISTORY

2025 Season Series: White Sox won 9–4

Last 10 Meetings: White Sox lead 7–3

At Comerica Park: White Sox have won 5 of last 7

Trend: Chicago’s pitching has consistently contained Detroit’s lineup.

BETTING TRENDS

Chicago White Sox

6–2 in last 8 vs Detroit

5 of last 7: Over

7–3 in last 10 games as a road favorite

Detroit Tigers

3–7 in last 10 overall

6 of last 8: Under

2–5 in Melton’s last 7 starts

GAME ODDS

Chicago White Sox          8.5

Detroit Tigers                    – 135

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, June 19, 2026

MLB Game Preview: Toronto Blue Jays (37-39) vs. Chicago Cubs (40-36)

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Venue: Wrigley Field — Chicago, Illinois

First Pitch: 2:20 PM CT / 3:20 PM ET / 12:20 PM PT

Broadcast: Sportsnet • Marquee Sports Network • MLB.TV

A classic interleague matchup at Wrigley Field features two teams hovering around the .500 mark but trending in different directions. The Blue Jays (37–39) are trying to claw their way back into the AL Wild Card picture, while the Cubs (40–36) look to strengthen their position in a tight NL Central race. With both teams sending mid‑rotation arms to the mound, this matchup could hinge on bullpen execution and timely hitting.

WEATHER REPORT — CHICAGO, IL

(Open‑air ballpark — weather will influence play)

Temperature: 79–83°F

Conditions: Mostly sunny

Wind: 10–14 mph blowing out to left‑center

Humidity: 50–55%

Impact:

Boost to right‑handed power hitters

Fly balls could carry well

Potential for a higher‑scoring game

INJURY REPORT

Toronto Blue Jays

Bo Bichette — OUT (knee sprain)

Jordan Romano — OUT (elbow)

Kevin Gausman — OUT (shoulder)

Daulton Varsho — Probable (hamstring)

Isiah Kiner‑Falefa — Probable (wrist)

Chicago Cubs

Seiya Suzuki — Probable (quad tightness)

Dansby Swanson — OUT (oblique)

Justin Steele — OUT (forearm)

Adbert Alzolay — OUT (lat)

Michael Busch — Probable (ankle)

TEAM RECORDS & RECENT FORM

Toronto Blue Jays (37–39)

Last 10: 5–5

Road Record: 17–21

Trend: Offense inconsistent without Bichette; pitching depth stretched thin.

Key Note: Jays averaging 4.0 runs per game over last 15.

Chicago Cubs (40–36)

Last 10: 6–4

Home Record: 22–15

Trend: Offense improving; bullpen stabilizing after early‑season struggles.

Key Note: Cubs have scored 5+ runs in 7 of their last 10.

PITCHING MATCHUP BREAKDOWN

TOR — LHP Corbin

2026 Stats: 4.76 ERA | 1.34 WHIP

Profile:

Veteran lefty relying on sinker/slider

Vulnerable to right‑handed power

Struggles third time through the order

Recent Form:

5.12 ERA over last 4 starts

Hard‑hit rate trending upward

Key Concern: Cubs’ right‑handed bats (Suzuki, Hoerner, Morel) match up well.

CHC — RHP Colin Rea

2026 Stats: 3.89 ERA | 1.22 WHIP

Profile:

Mixes cutter, sinker, and curveball

Keeps ball in the yard at Wrigley

Strong command, low walk rate

Recent Form:

3.21 ERA over last 5 starts

Excellent at home (3.05 ERA)

Key Strength: Toronto ranks bottom‑10 in MLB vs cutters and curveballs.

KEY PLAYER MATCHUPS

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (TOR) vs Colin Rea

Vlad Jr. hitting .298 over last 20 games.

Rea’s cutter could jam him, but wind blowing out favors Vlad’s power.

Cody Bellinger (CHC) vs Corbin

Bellinger has a .310 AVG vs LHP this season.

Corbin’s sinker tends to leak into Bellinger’s wheelhouse.

Christopher Morel (CHC) vs Toronto Bullpen

Morel’s power vs a Jays bullpen with a 4.61 ERA (bottom‑third in MLB).

George Springer (TOR) vs Wrigley Wind

Springer’s fly‑ball tendencies could benefit from wind blowing out.

SERIES HISTORY

2025 Season Series: Cubs won 3–0

Last 10 Meetings: Cubs lead 7–3

At Wrigley Field: Cubs have won 4 straight vs Toronto

Trend: Cubs’ pitching has historically contained Toronto’s power.

BETTING TRENDS

Toronto Blue Jays

4–7 in last 11 road games

6 of last 8: Under

2–6 in Corbin’s last 8 starts

Chicago Cubs

7–3 in last 10 home games

5 of last 7: Over

6–2 in Rea’s last 8 starts

GAME ODDS

Toronto Blue Jays             9.5

Chicago Cubs                     – 127

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, June 19, 2026

NFL team transactions report for Friday, June 19, 2026

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WAIVER SYSTEM TRANSACTIONS
WAIVER REQUESTS (All are NO RECALL)
DALLAS
Brinson, Romello WR Southern Methodist (0)* PS: STND
DENVER
Harvey, Ahmari DB Georgia Tech (0)* PS: STND – Partially Guaranteed Contract
Jones, Nash G Texas State (0)* PS: STND
CLAIMING DEADLINE: 4:00 p.m., N.Y. Time, Monday, 6/22/26

TERMINATION OF VESTED VETERAN
DALLAS
Ballentine, Corey DB Washburn (7)* PS: VET

TERMINATIONS VIA WAIVER SYSTEM
ATLANTA
Nunnally, C.J. DE Purdue (0)*
Washington, Casey WR Illinois (2)*
DETROIT
Duplessis, Kyre WR Delaware (0)*
LOS ANGELES RAMS
Lindberg, Chad C North Carolina (0)*
NEW ORLEANS
Izzard, Coziah DT Penn State (0)*
Jones, DaShawn DB Alabama (0)*
Shipley, Mason K Texas (0)*
Indicates player’s accrued seasons at end of 2025 season.

ACTIVE LIST ADDITIONS

FREE AGENT SIGNINGS

ATLANTA

Hayball, Matthew P Vanderbilt (Also see OTHER TRANSACTIONS/COMMENTS)

BUFFALO

Wheeler, Ian RB Howard

DALLAS

Glaser, Chris G Virginia

Mims, Denzel WR Baylor

Speed, Ameer DB Michigan State

DENVER

Cotton, Blake DB Utah

Holskey, Reid T Miami, O.

DETROIT

Keys, Lawrence WR Tulane

MIAMI

Ayedze, Gottlieb T Maryland

SELECTION LIST SIGNING

LOS ANGELES CHARGERS

Thompson, Brenen WR Mississippi State (4-105)
*Round and Overall Selection Number in 2026 Draft.

RESERVE LIST ADDITIONS
DALLAS
Hennessy, Matt C Temple – Reserve/Injured; Does Not Count Against 90 Limit – Vested Veteran
NEW ORLEANS
Alford, Damien WR Utah – Reserve/Injured from Waived/Injured; Does Not Count Against 90 Limit

OTHER TRANSACTION/COMMENTS
ROSTER EXEMPTION
ATLANTA
Hayball, Matthew P Vanderbilt – Exempt/International Player

Nate Beauchemin fined for actions in Week 2

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Department of Health, Safety and Integrity issues player discipline

TORONTO – The Canadian Football League (CFL) Department of Health, Safety and Integrity manages league discipline, while the Office of the Commissioner oversees suspendible offences.

The Department – which includes Chief Football Operations Officer Greg Dick, Vice-President of Officiating Darren Hackwood, Associate Vice-President of Football Operations Ryan Janzen and Associate Vice-President of Health and Safety Eric Noivo – has issued one fine from Week 2.

  • Montreal defensive back Nate Beauchemin has been fined for delivering a low hit on Toronto quarterback Chad Kelly.

Per CFL policy, the league does not announce:

  • Amounts of player fines
  • Discipline related to dress code violations
  • Discipline involving teams or staff
  • Discipline involving players who have been released

Maryland moves to acquire Preakness Stakes intellectual property

ANNAPOLIS, Md. – Maryland officials said Monday the state will exercise its right of first refusal to match an $85 million offer from Churchill Downs Inc. to purchase the intellectual property rights to the Preakness Stakes and the Black‑Eyed Susan, securing state ownership of the historic races.

Gov. Wes Moore said the move ensures Maryland retains long‑term control of one of its most prominent sporting assets as the state prepares to redevelop Pimlico Race Course and reshape its horse racing industry.

“The Preakness Stakes is more than just a race; it is a cornerstone of Maryland’s history, culture and economy,” Moore said in a statement. “This decision secures a vital asset for our state and allows Maryland to shape its horseracing destiny.”

The state already owns Pimlico and is in the process of acquiring Laurel Park. Officials said bringing the Preakness intellectual property under state control completes that portfolio and eliminates the escalating licensing fees tied to the current agreement.

The acquisition will be financed through a tax‑exempt revenue bond issued by the Maryland Economic Development Corporation. No general fund dollars will be used, and debt service will be covered by future Preakness‑related revenues, including wagering, ticket sales and sponsorships.

Maryland racing leaders and business groups praised the decision, saying state ownership will provide stability for an industry that supports more than 28,000 jobs and generates roughly $3 billion in economic impact.

The move comes as the state prepares for a major rebuild of Pimlico. Lawmakers in 2024 authorized $400 million in bonds for the project, which is expected to transform the track into a year‑round racing and events venue and increase annual racing days from about 15 to more than 100.

Local officials also highlighted the project’s role in broader revitalization efforts in Baltimore’s Park Heights neighborhood, where the state has invested nearly $3 million through its ENOUGH Initiative.

Industry groups, including the Maryland Jockey Club and the Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association, said they look forward to working with the state to strengthen the Preakness and maintain its place in the Triple Crown.

The Preakness is scheduled to return to a rebuilt Pimlico in 2027 after three years at Saratoga Race Course during construction.

Bragg Gaming CEO resigns from board after shareholders reject re‑election

TORONTO – Bragg Gaming Group CEO Matevž Mazij has offered his resignation from the company’s board after shareholders voted against his re‑election at the annual general meeting, the company said Wednesday.

Mazij failed to secure majority support, with 55.7% of votes cast opposing his return to the board. Under Bragg’s majority‑voting policy, directors who do not receive majority backing must tender their resignation. Bragg said Mazij will remain on the board for up to 90 days while a successor is identified or until his resignation takes effect no later than Sept. 16.

The vote marks the latest setback for the Toronto‑based iGaming technology provider, which has faced a year of operational and financial strain. Bragg’s share price has fallen nearly 60% since mid‑2023, dropping from $5.45 in August 2023 to $1.74 this month, following a strategic review that ended without a sale.

The company has also dealt with a cybersecurity breach, two rounds of layoffs in 2026, and the loss of its largest client, Entain’s BetCity. Bragg has seen key departures from its Wild Streak Gaming studio and broader leadership turnover.

Mazij, who became CEO in August 2023, had been under pressure from activist investors, including a 2023 public campaign urging a leadership overhaul and a sale of the business. Bragg later formed a special committee to explore strategic alternatives, but the process concluded without a transaction.

Financial performance has remained sluggish. In its first‑quarter results, Bragg reported revenue up 0.6% year over year but a 12.1% decline in U.S. revenue. The company posted a $1.7 million operating loss for the quarter.

Bragg has sought to stabilize operations through cost‑cutting and new financing, including a $6 million credit facility from the Bank of Montreal in 2025 and a recent acquisition of Drayton International. The company also announced a private placement backed by insiders and gaming executive Matt Davey, who is expected to become non‑executive chairman and hold roughly a 10% stake.

Bragg has promoted an “AI‑first” strategy aimed at transforming its technology stack by 2027, but the long‑term timeline has not eased shareholder frustration.

CFL Game Preview: Saskatchewan Roughriders (1-0-0) vs. Calgary Stampeders (0-1-0)

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Kickoff: 7:00 PM MT / 9:00 PM ET

Venue: McMahon Stadium — Calgary, Alberta

Capacity: 35,400

Surface: Natural Grass

Weather Forecast — Calgary, AB

Temperature: 61–64°F at kickoff

Humidity: 40–45%

Wind: 14–18 mph WNW (significant impact on deep throws & kicking)

Conditions: Clear skies, cool prairie evening

Impact: Wind will be a factor—expect field‑position swings and conservative early play‑calling

Injury Report

Saskatchewan Roughriders

Trevor Harris (QB): Probable — elbow soreness

A.J. Ouellette (RB): Fully available

Shawn Bane Jr. (WR): Probable — ankle tightness

Jameer Thurman (LB): Questionable — hamstring

Anthony Lanier II (DL): Out — knee injury

Calgary Stampeders

Jake Maier (QB): Fully available

Dedrick Mills (RB): Questionable — quad strain

Reggie Begelton (WR): Probable — shoulder

Cameron Judge (LB): Out — foot injury

Mike Rose (DL): Probable — load management

Both teams enter with notable defensive absences, but Calgary’s loss of Judge is especially impactful against Saskatchewan’s power run game.

Team Records & Recent Form

Saskatchewan Roughriders (1‑0‑0)

Week 1: 27–24 win vs BC

Offensive Notes:

Harris efficient (280+ yards, 2 TD)

Ouellette provided physicality and clock control

Bane Jr. continues to emerge as a WR1

Defensive Notes:

Secondary forced two turnovers

Run defense inconsistent without Lanier

Calgary Stampeders (0‑1‑0)

Week 1: 27–20 loss to Edmonton

Offensive Notes:

Maier showed improved accuracy but lacked explosive plays

Mills’ injury limited run‑game balance

Defensive Notes:

Secondary allowed multiple chunk plays

Front seven struggled without Judge’s sideline‑to‑sideline range

Series History

2023–2025 Combined: Calgary leads 4–2

Last Meeting: Calgary 26–19 (2025)

Trend: Calgary has won three straight at McMahon Stadium

Notable: Saskatchewan has not won in Calgary since 2021

Key Player Matchups

1. Trevor Harris (SSK) vs Calgary Secondary

Harris thrives on timing routes

Calgary must tighten intermediate coverage to avoid death‑by‑a‑thousand‑cuts drives

2. A.J. Ouellette (SSK) vs Calgary Front Seven

Ouellette’s downhill style vs a Calgary defense missing Judge

If Ouellette gets rolling, Saskatchewan controls tempo

3. Reggie Begelton (CGY) vs Saskatchewan DBs

Begelton is Calgary’s most reliable chain‑mover

Riders must bracket him on key downs

4. Jake Maier (CGY) vs Saskatchewan Pressure

Maier struggles under interior pressure

Riders must manufacture pressure without Lanier

Betting Trends

Saskatchewan Roughriders

4–1 ATS in last 5

Under has hit in 4 of last 6

5–2 in last seven games decided by one score

Calgary Stampeders

2–6 ATS in last 8 home games

Over has hit in 5 of last 7

1–4 in last five vs West Division opponents

Head‑to‑Head Trends

Calgary has won three straight at home

Last 3 meetings averaged 45.3 points

Saskatchewan has scored 20+ in five straight vs Calgary

GAME ODDS

Saskatchewan Roughriders         – 1.5

Calgary Stampeders                       51

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, June 19, 2026