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Barry Bonds is at peace with his MLB legacy.

The longtime Giants slugger and the league’s all-time home run leader no longer is eligible to be voted into the Baseball Hall of Fame after falling short of the required vote threshold for 10 consecutive years from 2013-2022.

However, Bonds is the newest member of the Pittsburgh Pirates Hall of Fame after he, former manager Jim Leyland and catcher Manny Sanguillen were enshrined in a ceremony at PNC Park.

In speaking to reporters after the ceremony, Bonds admitted he finally is at peace with his Baseball Hall of Fame fate after his latest honor.

“I don’t have to worry about those things no more in my life,” Bonds said. Those hopes of making the Hall of Fame, I don’t have them anymore.” 

This is a different tone from Bonds, who has criticized Hall of Fame voters numerous times in the past for his exclusion from Cooperstown.

And while the latest honor is not the highest that Bonds is deserving of, the Home Run King is content settling for immortalization in both the Pirates and Giants franchises.

A jersey worn by Michael Jordan during a 1998 game that was later autographed by the Chicago Bulls legend recently sold for $960 million dollars at auction.

The jersey was donned by Jordan in a showdown with the Washington Wizards at United Center on April 7, 1998. Jordan enjoyed one of his patented outstanding performances in the Bulls’ 103-85 victory, scoring 30 points.

The auction of the prized piece of game-worn memorabilia run by Robert Edward Auctions concluded over the weekend. When it was all said and done, a $960,000 bid won the auction.

The game-worn jersey was previously purchased at auction for $10,000 by late Hollywood legend Penny Marshall in 2005.

The increased interest in Jordan memorabilia of late — and the stunning amount of money changing hands — is in large part inspired by the “The Last Dance,” the 10-part ESPN docuseries that chronicled Jordan’s career and his final season with the Bulls that turned into a pop culture phenomenon last year.

At the moment, this is a hypothetical question. Despite a disastrous 2026 season, Steve Cohen has publicly said David Stearns is not going anywhere and expects him to remain in charge through the end of his contract in 2028. 

That said, if the Mets are considering a change, here are some candidates that might be under consideration.

Mike DeBartolo (Assistant GM, Mets) 

Widely regarded as one of baseball’s brightest young executives. Has worked closely with Stearns and knows the organization’s analytics and player development systems.Would probably be the favorite for an internal promotion.

Andy Green (Manager, Mets )

Current Mets manager with extensive front-office experience. Already deeply involved in player development and organizational strategy. If the Mets wanted continuity, he’d be a logical choice.

Matt Arnold

Current Brewers executive who worked under Stearns in Milwaukee. Excellent reputation for roster construction and player development. If available, he’d likely be near the top of any list.

Chris Leible

Player agent with many ties to the Mets. Formerly PR executive with the Mets, good reputation with media. Would be an interesting choice considering his relationships with players, ownership, and Mets organization. 

Brandon Gomes

Helped build one of baseball’s deepest organizations. Strong blend of analytics, scouting, and player relations. Frequently mentioned around MLB as a future president of baseball operations.

Mike Hazen

Respected executive in baseball. Built Arizona into a consistent contender. Landing him would likely require a significant effort.

A recent study published in the journal Neurology suggests that consuming artificial sweeteners may accelerate brain aging by over 1.5 years. The research, conducted by a team of medical researchers  in Brazil, examined the effects of artificial sweeteners on cognitive decline. The study analyzed data from nearly 13,000 people aged 35 to 75 over an eight-year period.

They discovered that people who consumed the highest amounts of the sweeteners experienced faster declines in thinking and memory skills compared to those who consumed the lowest amounts.

The sweeteners studied included aspartame, saccharin, acesulfame-K, erythritol, xylitol, and sorbitol.

The study found that the effects were more pronounced in individuals under 60 and those with diabetes. The study is observational and does not prove causation, but it raises important questions about the long-term impact of artificial sweeteners on brain health. 

The Sphere in Las Vegas is getting a little sibling.

Sphere Entertainment announced plans to build a 6,000-seat mini-Sphere at National Harbor in Maryland, about 15 minutes outside Washington, D.C.

Although the venue will be smaller than its Las Vegas counterpart, the company says it will feature the same technologies that have made the original Sphere a hit in Sin City.

The project is expected to generate $1 billion in revenue for the region and is slated to open in 2030.

The Sphere Las Vegas opened in fall 2023 with a sold-out residency from U2. It has also hosted Phish, Dead & Company and recently began showing an immersive version of “The Wizard of Oz” – which just surpassed 2 million tickets sold.

Derek Jeter and his supermodel wife, Hannah, are putting their palatial mansion in Tampa, Fla., on the market, with an asking price of $29 million, according to the New York Times.

“This is the most impressive home to ever hit the market in the Tampa Bay area,” Stephen Gay, of Smith & Associates Real Estate, told the paper.

Jeter is the Yankees’ Hall of Fame shortstop and CEO of the Marlins. His expansive property is on Davis Islands, located south of downtown Tampa.

It is a 30,875-square-foot estate that was built in 2012 and sits on 1.25 acres. It has seven bedrooms, eight full bathrooms, eight half-baths, and almost 9,000 square feet of outdoor space that includes two boat lifts and an 80-foot-long pool.

Chrysler has issued a recall for more than 80,000 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles due to improperly installed rear coil springs that could detach while driving, creating a serious road hazard.

The recall, announced by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), affects 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L models. In total, 80,620 vehicles are included in the recall, though Chrysler estimates only about 0.5% actually have the defect.

“A rear coil spring that detaches from the vehicle while driving may create a road hazard to operators and occupants of other vehicles,” the NHTSA stated in its notice. “Road hazards to operators and occupants of other vehicles can cause vehicles to crash without prior warning.”

Vehicle owners have been notified, and dealers will inspect and repair affected vehicles at no cost. The repair will involve fixing the rear coil spring assembly if necessary.

NEW YORK CITY — Many of the beautiful dancers who perform at Rick’s Cabaret New York are playing Fantasy Football this season and are currently hosting Fantasy Football draft parties at the famous adult club in midtown Manhattan (50 West 33 Street).

“It’s time to pick your fantasy league players, and the girls and I will help you with your team, said Rick’s girl Tracy. “We are all excited about the new NFL season, and we want to share our excitement with you.”

For football season, the multi-level Rick’s Cabaret New York will have it all. Viewing parties, Post-game parties, and the most alluring and seductive girls to help you root for your team. 

Rick’s girl Bella said, “Everybody loves football, hot girls, and great food — and we have it all. Watch the games surrounded by gorgeous girls. We love showing off our bodies and our latest moves.” 

“Come flex, pop some bottles, and party and play with all the hotties,” said Rick’s girl Deanna. No matter the score of the game, you are a winner at Rick’s.” 

Rick’s Cabaret New York, 50 West 33 Street (between Fifth Avenue and Broadway) features discreet private VIP suites, luxury Skyboxes, a Roof Top Cigar Bar, and its own highly rated Rick’s Steakhouse for daily lunch specials, dinner, and a special late-night menu served all the way until 3AM.

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Wendy’s plans to close hundreds of its restaurants over the next few months in an effort to boost its profit and make its remaining stores more appealing.

The Dublin, Ohio-based chain said during a conference call with investors that it planned to begin closing restaurants soon. The company said it expected a “mid-single-digit percentage” of its U.S. stores to be affected, but it didn’t give any more details.

Wendy’s currently has 6,011 U.S. restaurants. If 5% of those locations were impacted, it would mean 300 store closures.

The new round of closures comes on top of the closure of 240 U.S. Wendy’s locations in 2024. At the time, Wendy’s said that many of the 55-year-old chain’s restaurants are simply out of date.

Don’t expect to hear anyone mention Vince McMahon’s name on WWE television, as, in fact, his name is banned from being said. 

This doesn’t come as a surprise, considering the company is trying to distance itself from the former CEO and has made it clear that he is not part of the company anymore and won’t be coming back. 

McMahon resigned from all his roles within TKO, including TKO Executive Chairman and on the TKO Board of Directors, after the bombshell lawsuit that alleged him to be involved in a sex trafficking and abuse scandal from a former WWE employee, Janel Grant.

Grant alleged McMahon coerced her into engaging in sexual activities with himself and other men and allegedly shared explicit photos of the victim with various men inside and outside of the company.