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Deadspin | Braves blast four homers to bypass Nationals <div id=""><section id="0" class=" w-full"><div class="xl:container mx-0 !px-4 py-0 pb-4 !mx-0 !px-0"><img src="https://images.deadspin.com/tr:w-900/28787199.jpg" srcset="https://images.deadspin.com/tr:w-900/28787199.jpg" alt="MLB: Atlanta Braves at Washington Nationals" class="w-full" fetchpriority="high" loading="eager"/><span class="text-0.8 leading-tight">Apr 22, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Atlanta Braves outfielder Michael Harris II (23) celebrates as he rounds the bases after hitting a two-run home run in the second inning against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Sabau-Imagn Images<!-- --> <!-- --> </span></div></section><section id="section-1"> <p>Michael Harris II hit two home runs, Matt Olson smacked a three-run shot and the Atlanta Braves rallied from an early three-run deficit to claim an 8-6 win against the host Washington Nationals on Wednesday night.</p> </section><section id="section-2"> <p>The seventh multi-homer game of Harris’ career helped Atlanta manager Walt Weiss earn his 300th victory. Drake Baldwin homered for the second straight game for the Braves, who have earned at least a split of the four-game series.</p> </section><section id="section-3"> <p>Dylan Lee (1-0) pitched a scoreless inning for the win. Robert Suarez pitched the ninth for his second save. After walking 12 batters on Tuesday night, Braves pitchers issued only three free passes.</p> </section><section id="section-4"> <p>James Wood homered for the second straight game for Washington. Daylen Lile hit a three-run homer and Joey Wiemer had a pinch-hit solo shot.</p> </section><section id="section-5"> <p>Washington starter Zack Littell (0-3) allowed eight runs (six earned) on seven hits over six innings.</p> </section><section id="section-6"> <p>The Braves started in on Littell early as Baldwin homered to right center in the first to make it 1-0.</p> </section><br/><section id="section-7"> <p>Washington jumped in front with a four-run first against Atlanta starter Didier Fuentes, who lasted just three innings while allowing seven hits and four runs.</p> </section> <section id="section-8"> <p>Wood and Luis Garcia, Jr. opened the first with singles and, after two strikeouts, Lile delivered a homer to center. Jacob Young singled and scored when Jorbit Vivas doubled to right.</p> </section><section id="section-9"> <p>The Braves came right back. Ozzie Albies reached on a Vivas error and Harris homered to right. Mike Yastrzemski singled, went to third on a single by Jonah Heim and scored on a sacrifice fly by Ronald Acuna, Jr.</p> </section><section id="section-10"> <p>Harris struck again in the third as his solo shot gave the Braves a 5-4 lead.</p> </section><section id="section-11"> <p>Atlanta broke it open in the fourth. Heim and Acuna drew one-out walks and, with two outs, Olson homered to right to make it 8-4.</p> </section><section id="section-12"> <p>The Nationals cut the deficit in half in the sixth on solo homers by pinch-hitter Wiemer and Wood, whose 413-foot shot was his National League-leading ninth of the season.</p> </section><section id="section-13"> <p>Washington got the tying runs on with two outs in the eighth, but Tyler Kinley struck out Curtis Mead.</p> </section><br/><section id="section-14"> <p>–Field Level Media</p> </section> </div> #Deadspin #Braves #blast #homers #bypass #Nationals
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Deadspin | MLB roundup: Mets eke out win over Twins, end 12-game skid <div id=""><section id="0" class=" w-full"><div class="xl:container mx-0 !px-4 py-0 pb-4 !mx-0 !px-0"><img src="https://images.deadspin.com/tr:w-900/28788558.jpg" srcset="https://images.deadspin.com/tr:w-900/28788558.jpg" alt="MLB: Minnesota Twins at New York Mets" class="w-full" fetchpriority="high" loading="eager"/><span class="text-0.8 leading-tight">Apr 22, 2026; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets relief pitcher Luke Weaver (30) reacts after defeating the Minnesota Twins at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images<!-- --> <!-- --> </span></div></section><section id="section-1"> <p>Mark Vientos redeemed himself for an earlier baserunning miscue by delivering the tiebreaking single in the eighth inning, and the host New York Mets snapped a 12-game losing streak with a 3-2 win over the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday.</p> </section><section id="section-2"> <p>The losing streak was the longest for the Mets since a 12-game skid from Aug. 10-23, 2002. However, the much-needed victory may have been costly for New York, which lost shortstop Francisco Lindor due to left calf tightness after he scored from first on Francisco Alvarez’s double in the fourth inning.</p> </section><section id="section-3"> <p>Lindor, who was 2-for-2 with an RBI infield single in the first, was injured the same night Juan Soto returned from a 15-game absence caused by a strained right calf. The Mets won their first three games after Soto was injured on April 3 before beginning their losing streak.</p> </section><section id="section-4"> <p>Victor Caratini lofted a game-tying sacrifice fly in the fourth for the Twins, who have lost five of their past six. Byron Buxton knotted the game again with a solo homer in the sixth.</p> </section><section id="section-5"> <p>Cubs 7, Phillies 2</p> </section><section id="section-6"> <p>Pete Crow-Armstrong went 3-for-4 with two RBIs and Seiya Suzuki connected on a two-run homer, helping Chicago beat visiting Philadelphia for its eighth straight win.</p> </section><section id="section-7"> <p>Ian Happ also drove in two runs and Alex Bregman tallied three hits for the Cubs. Ben Brown (1-0) tossed 2 1/3 scoreless frames in relief, striking out five.</p> </section><section id="section-8"> <p>Taijuan Walker (1-4) surrendered five runs (four earned) across four innings as the Phillies dropped their eighth straight game. It’s Philadelphia’s longest skid since a nine-gamer in September 2018.</p> </section><section id="section-9"> <p>Diamondbacks 11, Padres 7</p> </section><section id="section-10"> <p>Ildemaro Vargas hit two homers and drove in a career-high five runs and Arizona withstood Munetaka Murakami, who homered in a fifth straight game, to hold off Chicago in Phoenix.</p> </section><section id="section-11"> <p>Murakami went 3-for-5, and he became the fastest player in White Sox history to reach 10 homers, doing it in 24 games. He also joined Shohei Ohtani to become the second Japanese-born player to homer in five straight games.</p> </section><section id="section-12"> <p>Nolan Arenado had four hits, including a homer, scored three runs and drove in three for the Diamondbacks, who evened the three-game series. Colson Montgomery homered for the fourth consecutive game and Miguel Vargas went deep in a third straight for the White Sox.</p> </section><section id="section-13"> <p>Angels 7, Blue Jays 3</p> </section><section id="section-14"> <p>Nolan Schanuel homered and also had a three-run, go-ahead double and Jose Soriano continued his historic start to the season with five shutout innings as the Los Angeles snapped a four-game losing streak with a victory over Toronto in Anaheim, Calif.</p> </section><section id="section-15"> <p>Soriano extended his scoreless inning streak to 24 2/3 innings while lowering his ERA to 0.24, the lowest ERA in a pitcher’s first six starts to a season since earned runs became official in both leagues (1913) with a minimum of 30 innings pitched. Mike Trout homered, walked twice and scored twice for the Angels.</p> </section><section id="section-16"> <p>Ernie Clement went 3-for-5 with an RBI for the Blue Jays, whose three-game winning streak ended. Tommy Nance (0-2) allowed two runs in 1 1/3 innings of relief.</p> </section><section id="section-17"> <p>Yankees 4, Red Sox 1</p> </section><section id="section-18"> <p>Amed Rosario had four RBIs in just two plate appearances and Max Fried pitched eight shutout innings, leading New York to a win at Boston.</p> </section><section id="section-19"> <p>Rosario’s three-run shot in the first inning was all that New York needed, as Fried (3-1) allowed just three hits. The Yankees were one strike away from pitching a third consecutive shutout for the first time since 1962 before Jarren Duran hit an RBI single in the ninth.</p> </section><section id="section-20"> <p>Duran had three hits and doubled twice. Ranger Suarez (1-2) gave up four runs through 4 2/3 innings, and Eduardo Rivera pitched 3 1/3 scoreless innings in his big-league debut.</p> </section><section id="section-21"> <p>Mariners 5, Athletics 4</p> </section><section id="section-22"> <p>Josh Naylor singled home Cal Raleigh with two outs in the bottom of the ninth as host Seattle defeated the Athletics to salvage the finale of a three-game series.</p> </section><section id="section-23"> <p>The A’s tied the score in the top of the inning on Nick Kurtz’s one-out homer to straightaway center off Mariners closer Andres Munoz (3-2), who blew the save opportunity but ended up getting the victory.</p> </section><section id="section-24"> <p>Raleigh, who homered for a third consecutive game, sparked the winning rally with a two-out single to center. Raleigh and Naylor each went 3-for-5 as the Mariners collected a season-high 14 hits.</p> </section><section id="section-25"> <p>Astros 2, Guardians 0</p> </section><section id="section-26"> <p>Yordan Alvarez had three hits, including a two-run homer in the first inning, and Peter Lambert threw six shutout innings as visiting Houston beat Cleveland in the decisive game of a three-game series.</p> </section><section id="section-27"> <p>Lambert (1-1) allowed three hits while striking out eight for the Astros, who had lost five of six and surrendered at least seven runs in four of those defeats.</p> </section><section id="section-28"> <p>Chase DeLauter had two of the five hits for the Guardians, who had won three of four. Tanner Bibee (0-3) permitted two runs and five hits over six innings.</p> </section><section id="section-29"> <p>Giants 3, Dodgers 0</p> </section><section id="section-30"> <p>Shohei Ohtani pitched six shutout innings, but Patrick Bailey belted a tiebreaking three-run homer off reliever Jack Dreyer in the seventh, lifting San Francisco to a shutout victory over visiting Los Angeles.</p> </section><br/><section id="section-31"> <p>Tyler Mahle (1-3) tossed seven innings and teamed with two relievers on a four-hitter, giving the Giants a second straight low-scoring win over the two-time defending champs.</p> </section> <section id="section-32"> <p>Ohtani and Mahle matched zeros for six innings before the Dodgers star was pulled after having thrown 91 pitches. He has pitched exactly six innings in each of his four starts this season, and he owns a National League-leading 0.38 ERA.</p> </section><section id="section-33"> <p>Braves 8, Nationals 6</p> </section><section id="section-34"> <p>Michael Harris II hit two home runs, Matt Olson smacked a three-run shot and Atlanta rallied from an early three-run deficit to claim a win at Washington.</p> </section><section id="section-35"> <p>Drake Baldwin homered for a second straight game for the Braves, who have earned at least a split of the four-game series. Dylan Lee (1-0) pitched a scoreless inning, and Robert Suarez handled the ninth for his second save.</p> </section><section id="section-36"> <p>James Wood homered for the second straight game for the Nationals. Daylen Lile hit a three-run homer and Joey Wiemer had a pinch-hit solo shot. Zack Littell (0-3) surrendered eight runs (six earned) over six innings.</p> </section><section id="section-37"> <p>Pirates 8, Rangers 4</p> </section><section id="section-38"> <p>Nick Gonzales beat the tag at home plate and scored the go-ahead run in the ninth inning as Pittsburgh picked up a win over Texas in Arlington, Texas.</p> </section><section id="section-39"> <p>Gonzales came home on pinch hitter Jake Mangum’s slow roller to third base. Jalen Beeks then replaced Cole Winn (1-1) on the mound, and Oneil Cruz greeted the new reliever with a three-run homer. The ninth-inning rally allowed Pittsburgh to even the three-game series.</p> </section><section id="section-40"> <p>Josh Jung had a two-run homer and a single for the Rangers. Jack Leiter allowed four runs (three earned) on five hits over five innings.</p> </section><section id="section-41"> <p>Marlins 4, Cardinals 1</p> </section><section id="section-42"> <p>Janson Junk allowed just one hit and a walk over five innings, and Jakob Marsee drove in a pair as Miami beat visiting St. Louis to claim the deciding contest of a three-game series.</p> </section><section id="section-43"> <p>Junk (1-2) pitched efficiently, needing just 56 pitches to go five. Javier Sanoja had his third three-hit game of the season, getting three singles in four at-bats to lead a 12-hit attack, all singles, for the Marlins.</p> </section><section id="section-44"> <p>Kyle Leahy (2-3) gave up eight hits and walked three over five innings for the Cardinals.</p> </section><section id="section-45"> <p>Rays 6, Reds 1</p> </section><section id="section-46"> <p>Nick Martinez pitched eight strong innings and Junior Caminero homered to lead Tampa Bay past Cincinnati in St. Petersburg, Fla.</p> </section><section id="section-47"> <p>Martinez (1-1) allowed a run on five hits against his former team as the Rays averted a sweep in the three-game series. Yandy Diaz finished 3-for-4 with a run and an RBI.</p> </section><section id="section-48"> <p>The Reds had their five-game winning streak snapped as Brandon Williamson (2-2) gave up five runs on seven hits in 4 1/3 innings.</p> </section><section id="section-49"> <p>Orioles 8, Royals 6</p> </section><section id="section-50"> <p>Coby Mayo belted a three-run homer to highlight a sixth-run sixth inning, fueling Baltimore to a victory at Kansas City.</p> </section><section id="section-51"> <p>Pete Alonso also homered as the Orioles won the rubber match of the three-game series. Chris Bassitt (1-2) allowed five runs in 5 1/3 innings, and Anthony Nunez pitched a scoreless inning for his first career save.</p> </section><section id="section-52"> <p>Kyle Isbel crushed a two-run homer and Vinnie Pasquantino and Carter Jansen also went deep for the Royals, who have lost nine of their past 10 games. Michael Wacha (2-1) yielded six runs in 5 1/3 innings.</p> </section><section id="section-53"> <p>Tigers 5, Brewers 2</p> </section><section id="section-54"> <p>Spencer Torkelson hit his first homer of the season, a two-run shot, and Kerry Carpenter added a solo blast as host Detroit downed Milwaukee.</p> </section><section id="section-55"> <p>In six-plus innings, the Tigers’ Casey Mize (2-1) gave up one run and three hits. Kenley Jansen escaped a ninth-inning jam to record his sixth save.</p> </section><section id="section-56"> <p>Brewers opener DL Hall tossed two scoreless innings before Chad Patrick (1-1) allowed four runs and six hits in four innings.</p> </section><section id="section-57"> <p>Rockies 8, Padres 3</p> </section><section id="section-58"> <p>Hunter Goodman homered and doubled twice, Mickey Moniak also had two doubles, and Colorado beat San Diego in Denver.</p> </section><section id="section-59"> <p>TJ Rumfield, Jake McCarthy and Willi Castro had two hits each to back a strong outing by Colorado starter Tomoyuki Sugano (2-1), who allowed one run on five hits in 5 2/3 innings.</p> </section><section id="section-60"> <p>Luis Campusano homered among his three hits and Xander Bogaerts had two hits for the Padres, who had won 11 of their previous 12 games. Walker Buehler (1-2) was tagged for four runs on eight hits in 2 2/3 innings.</p> </section><section id="section-61"> <p>–Field Level Media</p> </section></div> #Deadspin #MLB #roundup #Mets #eke #win #Twins #12game #skid
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Now he’s getting a run with the Lakers and got people’s attention on Thursday night by scoring 11 points and registering five assists, while shooting a tidy 3-of-4 from beyond the arc. The jokes might be flowing freely, but Elmore had major game at Marshall where he averaged over 20 points-per-game, was three-time All Conference USA, and won the C-USA Tournament MVP in 2018.
Now he’s just out here on one of the brightest stages rubbing his bald head and living his best life. You gotta love the guy. If you have jokes, don’t feel bad — we do as well. Please share them over here.
Don’t worry, because I can tell you exactly who this is. The mystery old man suiting up for the Lakers is 30-year-old Jon Elmore, who played for Marshall until 2019 and has been a basketball nomad since leaving college. The journeyman has played in Italy, Greece, Hungary, Lithuania, Turkey and Canasa — as well as bouncing between three different G-League teams.
Now he’s getting a run with the Lakers and got people’s attention on Thursday night by scoring 11 points and registering five assists, while shooting a tidy 3-of-4 from beyond the arc. The jokes might be flowing freely, but Elmore had major game at Marshall where he averaged over 20 points-per-game, was three-time All Conference USA, and won the C-USA Tournament MVP in 2018.
Now he’s just out here on one of the brightest stages rubbing his bald head and living his best life. You gotta love the guy. If you have jokes, don’t feel bad — we do as well. Please share them over here.
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Now he’s getting a run with the Lakers and got people’s attention on Thursday night by scoring 11 points and registering five assists, while shooting a tidy 3-of-4 from beyond the arc. The jokes might be flowing freely, but Elmore had major game at Marshall where he averaged over 20 points-per-game, was three-time All Conference USA, and won the C-USA Tournament MVP in 2018.
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Tributes have poured in from across the world after the death of Sir Garfield “Garry” Sobers, with players, administrators, teams and boards describing his passing as an “irreplaceable loss” and celebrating him as one of the sport’s greatest icons.
Cricket West Indies led the tributes, posting: “A great innings has come to an end. In our hearts, now and forever, Sir Garfield Sobers.”
CWI president Kishore Shallow expanded on that sentiment, calling Sobers “the greatest cricketer the world has ever seen” and describing him as a symbol of “Caribbean excellence, resilience, and possibility.” Shallow said Sobers’s achievements “gave millions across our islands and in the diaspora a renewed belief in what was possible” and added that through his life Sobers became “more than a sporting icon. He became a symbol of Caribbean excellence, resilience, and possibility.”
ICC President Jay Shah described Sobers a towering figure in world cricket and a true sporting legend.
“Deeply saddened by the passing of Sir Garfield ‘Garry’ Sobers, a towering figure in world cricket and a true sporting legend. His unparalleled achievements and enduring contribution to the game have inspired generations of cricketers across the globe,” Shah said on ‘X’.
County side Nottinghamshire — where Sobers enjoyed a distinguished stint — mourned him as “Cricket’s greatest-ever all-rounder, and an iconic figure in Nottinghamshire history,” expressing its deep sadness at his passing and recalling his contributions of 7,041 runs and 281 wickets for the county.
Former players as well as commentators offered deeply personal reflections.
Geoffrey Boycott, writing for The Telegraph, described Sobers as a “once-in-a-generation talent” and praised his character: “He was a superstar and such an easy-natured guy. I never heard him complain or bad mouth other players. He had a good heart. He was generous with his time and advice.” Boycott added: “Anyone who saw him in his pomp will have wonderful memories of a great batsman, the greatest all‑rounder, an icon, a once-in-your-lifetime, exceptional cricketer.”
From India, tributes came from former captains, players and the BCCI. Sourav Ganguly wrote on X that Sobers’ death was “an irreplaceable loss to the cricket world .. his skills in that generation was a yardstick for many to judge there own talent .. one of the rarest ..May his soul rest in peace.”
Dilip Vengsarkar told PTI: “I never seen him play, to be honest with you, but I have so many stories about him. And I’ve seen him, of course, his clips and the films that have been recorded of his batting… The greatest all‑rounder, I would say, the world has ever seen.” Vengsarkar recalled meeting Sobers several times after retirement when he came to watch matches in Australia, England and India.
Dinesh Karthik posted: “You grew up listening to what Sir Garfield Sobers could do on the field. A Genius, a trend setter and a true legend of the game. The Cricket community has lost one of its biggest jewels.”
Other Indian cricketers and commentators also expressed sorrow and admiration: veteran spinner Harbhajan Singh paid respects on social channels, calling Sobers “a legend and an inspiration for every all‑rounder”.
“Without a doubt, the greatest all-rounder. He was a role model for several of us and it was fortune for us to play against him.”
“A true giant of the game whose extraordinary skill, grace and sportsmanship inspired generations of cricketers around the world. His legacy will forever remain a part of cricket’s rich history,” one of India’s batting great VVS Laxman also wrote on ‘X’.
“The first man to hit six sixes in an over, Sir Garfield Sobers showed the world that there were no limits to greatness. It is difficult to put into words what he meant to the world of cricket. He did things on the field that most could only dream of, and he did it with grace, humility and joy,” by Yuvraj Singh as he joined the existing waves of tributes across social media platforms.
Former India opener Wasim Jaffer and ex‑selector and former India international Sanjay Bangar noted Sobers’ impact on how generations defined the complete cricketer.
The BCCI posted a formal message on social media: “The BCCI mourns the passing of Sir Garfield Sobers, a true icon of the game and one of cricket’s greatest-ever all-rounders.”
IPL franchise Kolkata Knight Riders posted on X: “Deeply saddened by the passing of one of cricket’s greatest icons, Sir Garfield Sobers. Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and the entire cricketing fraternity.”
Madan Lal, part of the 1983 World Cup-winning team, said in a conversation with PTI: “Such an all-rounder has never been born, there will ever be another. As a bowler, as a batsman and as a fielder, Gary Sobers set the benchmark for what a true all-rounder should be. In every department of the game, he was an exceptional player. That’s why he was regarded as the greatest all-rounder in the world.”
Furthermore, he added a personal tribute: “Sir Garry Sobers was more than a legend – he was the very definition of greatness, inspiring generations with his extraordinary talent and humility. Sir your legacy will live on forever in the hearts of cricket lovers across the globe.”
Former India fast bowler Chetan Sharma also described Sobers in simple terms: he is “the best all-rounder in cricket history.”
Many former teammates, opponents and commentators used personal anecdotes to underline Sobers’s generosity and influence. Geoffrey Boycott’s recollection of Sobers as a mentor and gentleman was mirrored by others who remembered him as approachable and willing to share advice with younger players.
Sunil Gavaskar, 1983 World Cup winner and former India captain, also paid his tribute.
He said it was likely the saddest day for cricket, mourning “the greatest cricketer to walk the earth.” He added that no words can fully capture Sir Garfield Sobers’s greatness as a player, and that Sobers embodied everything a young cricketer dreams of when first picking up bat or ball.
Gavaskar also went on to say that memories of Sobers keep returning and that he will hold them close to his heart. He concluded: “Rest in peace Sir Garfield. You will stay eternally in our hearts.”
“The absolute GOAT. There was nothing he couldn’t do in cricket. And did each one of those things brilliantly! RIP Gary Sobers” as posted by Indian right-hand batsman and cricket commentator Sanjay Manjrekar on social media platform “X”.
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Tributes have poured in from across the world after the death of Sir Garfield “Garry” Sobers, with players, administrators, teams and boards describing his passing as an “irreplaceable loss” and celebrating him as one of the sport’s greatest icons.
Cricket West Indies led the tributes, posting: “A great innings has come to an end. In our hearts, now and forever, Sir Garfield Sobers.”
CWI president Kishore Shallow expanded on that sentiment, calling Sobers “the greatest cricketer the world has ever seen” and describing him as a symbol of “Caribbean excellence, resilience, and possibility.” Shallow said Sobers’s achievements “gave millions across our islands and in the diaspora a renewed belief in what was possible” and added that through his life Sobers became “more than a sporting icon. He became a symbol of Caribbean excellence, resilience, and possibility.”
ICC President Jay Shah described Sobers a towering figure in world cricket and a true sporting legend.
“Deeply saddened by the passing of Sir Garfield ‘Garry’ Sobers, a towering figure in world cricket and a true sporting legend. His unparalleled achievements and enduring contribution to the game have inspired generations of cricketers across the globe,” Shah said on ‘X’.
County side Nottinghamshire — where Sobers enjoyed a distinguished stint — mourned him as “Cricket’s greatest-ever all-rounder, and an iconic figure in Nottinghamshire history,” expressing its deep sadness at his passing and recalling his contributions of 7,041 runs and 281 wickets for the county.
Former players as well as commentators offered deeply personal reflections.
Geoffrey Boycott, writing for The Telegraph, described Sobers as a “once-in-a-generation talent” and praised his character: “He was a superstar and such an easy-natured guy. I never heard him complain or bad mouth other players. He had a good heart. He was generous with his time and advice.” Boycott added: “Anyone who saw him in his pomp will have wonderful memories of a great batsman, the greatest all‑rounder, an icon, a once-in-your-lifetime, exceptional cricketer.”
From India, tributes came from former captains, players and the BCCI. Sourav Ganguly wrote on X that Sobers’ death was “an irreplaceable loss to the cricket world .. his skills in that generation was a yardstick for many to judge there own talent .. one of the rarest ..May his soul rest in peace.”
Dilip Vengsarkar told PTI: “I never seen him play, to be honest with you, but I have so many stories about him. And I’ve seen him, of course, his clips and the films that have been recorded of his batting… The greatest all‑rounder, I would say, the world has ever seen.” Vengsarkar recalled meeting Sobers several times after retirement when he came to watch matches in Australia, England and India.
Dinesh Karthik posted: “You grew up listening to what Sir Garfield Sobers could do on the field. A Genius, a trend setter and a true legend of the game. The Cricket community has lost one of its biggest jewels.”
Other Indian cricketers and commentators also expressed sorrow and admiration: veteran spinner Harbhajan Singh paid respects on social channels, calling Sobers “a legend and an inspiration for every all‑rounder”.
“Without a doubt, the greatest all-rounder. He was a role model for several of us and it was fortune for us to play against him.”
“A true giant of the game whose extraordinary skill, grace and sportsmanship inspired generations of cricketers around the world. His legacy will forever remain a part of cricket’s rich history,” one of India’s batting great VVS Laxman also wrote on ‘X’.
“The first man to hit six sixes in an over, Sir Garfield Sobers showed the world that there were no limits to greatness. It is difficult to put into words what he meant to the world of cricket. He did things on the field that most could only dream of, and he did it with grace, humility and joy,” by Yuvraj Singh as he joined the existing waves of tributes across social media platforms.
Former India opener Wasim Jaffer and ex‑selector and former India international Sanjay Bangar noted Sobers’ impact on how generations defined the complete cricketer.
The BCCI posted a formal message on social media: “The BCCI mourns the passing of Sir Garfield Sobers, a true icon of the game and one of cricket’s greatest-ever all-rounders.”
IPL franchise Kolkata Knight Riders posted on X: “Deeply saddened by the passing of one of cricket’s greatest icons, Sir Garfield Sobers. Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and the entire cricketing fraternity.”
Madan Lal, part of the 1983 World Cup-winning team, said in a conversation with PTI: “Such an all-rounder has never been born, there will ever be another. As a bowler, as a batsman and as a fielder, Gary Sobers set the benchmark for what a true all-rounder should be. In every department of the game, he was an exceptional player. That’s why he was regarded as the greatest all-rounder in the world.”
Furthermore, he added a personal tribute: “Sir Garry Sobers was more than a legend – he was the very definition of greatness, inspiring generations with his extraordinary talent and humility. Sir your legacy will live on forever in the hearts of cricket lovers across the globe.”
Former India fast bowler Chetan Sharma also described Sobers in simple terms: he is “the best all-rounder in cricket history.”
Many former teammates, opponents and commentators used personal anecdotes to underline Sobers’s generosity and influence. Geoffrey Boycott’s recollection of Sobers as a mentor and gentleman was mirrored by others who remembered him as approachable and willing to share advice with younger players.
Sunil Gavaskar, 1983 World Cup winner and former India captain, also paid his tribute.
He said it was likely the saddest day for cricket, mourning “the greatest cricketer to walk the earth.” He added that no words can fully capture Sir Garfield Sobers’s greatness as a player, and that Sobers embodied everything a young cricketer dreams of when first picking up bat or ball.
Gavaskar also went on to say that memories of Sobers keep returning and that he will hold them close to his heart. He concluded: “Rest in peace Sir Garfield. You will stay eternally in our hearts.”
“The absolute GOAT. There was nothing he couldn’t do in cricket. And did each one of those things brilliantly! RIP Gary Sobers” as posted by Indian right-hand batsman and cricket commentator Sanjay Manjrekar on social media platform “X”.
Published on Jul 17, 2026
During Giannis Antetokounmpo’s introductory press conference in Miami, Heat owner Pat Riley insinuated that the team wasn’t done taking big swings.
“We landed the plane,” Riley said in part. “There’s another one we have to land.”
Of course, the 81-year-old championship-winning owner is referring to the Heat’s pursuit of free agent superstar LeBron James. Miami is considered a finalist in LeBron’s ongoing free agent frenzy that has continued to drag on since informing the Los Angeles Lakers that he’d be moving on June 30.
Even though Riley wants to land another plane, adding arguably the greatest basketball player of all time to a roster with Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo, LeBron’s fit in Miami raises some major questions.
There’s only one basketball.
This offseason, Antetokounmpo was Miami’s big move.
They mortgaged their future draft pick arsenal and gutted their bench while also moving on from Tyler Herro to land the Greek Freak in South Beach. Of course, when healthy, Antetokounmpo is a top five player in the sport.
And even at age 41, LeBron averaged 20.9 points, 7.2 assists, and 6.1 rebounds per game, shooting 51.5% from the field.
Antetokounmpo and James would be a formidable duo, especially in a league that’s built on athletically dominant wings.
But Antetokounmpo isn’t a spring chicken anymore. Defensively, he’s still way better than LeBron. But over the course of an 82-game season? It’s hard to see a world where Antetokounmpo, LeBron and Adebayo are enough to compete in this Eastern Conference – especially because the lack of depth Miami has been left with after the blockbuster trade.
Furthermore, where’s the shooting on this team?
Last season, LeBron’s three-point numbers dipped. Antetokounmpo has never been considered anywhere close to a lethal three-point shooter. He makes defenses pay around the rim.
Where’s the floor spacing coming from? Davion Mitchell? He’s not much of a threat. Tim Hardaway Jr.? He could definitely knock down threes, but teams aren’t necessarily fearing his long-range ability coming into each game. Andrew Wiggins? Really, that’s just more overlap on the wing.
Sure, the Heat could make another trade, especially if LeBron arrives on a team-friendly contract. They’d almost have to. Any LeBron team without ample shooting has been a failure.
But location-wise, LeBron has played in Miami before. He’s won two championships with Riley, even though their relationship was complicated towards the end of LeBron’s tenure there.
Certainly, South Beach is a place where LeBron and his family found comfortability earlier in his career.
But do the Heat have enough to actually contend for a championship? Even if LeBron isn’t ring chasing, the Golden State Warriors are probably a better basketball fit. If he is ring chasing, the Cleveland Cavaliers present a way better opportunity in the current Eastern Conference, as they were in the conference finals with a team that was assembled in the 11th hour of the NBA season.
Riley wants to land another plane this offseason, but Antetokounmpo was their move. Even though the Heat remain in the mix, it’s hard to envision LeBron in Miami for a second time.
During Giannis Antetokounmpo’s introductory press conference in Miami, Heat owner Pat Riley insinuated that the team wasn’t done taking big swings.
“We landed the plane,” Riley said in part. “There’s another one we have to land.”
Of course, the 81-year-old championship-winning owner is referring to the Heat’s pursuit of free agent superstar LeBron James. Miami is considered a finalist in LeBron’s ongoing free agent frenzy that has continued to drag on since informing the Los Angeles Lakers that he’d be moving on June 30.
Even though Riley wants to land another plane, adding arguably the greatest basketball player of all time to a roster with Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo, LeBron’s fit in Miami raises some major questions.
There’s only one basketball.
This offseason, Antetokounmpo was Miami’s big move.
They mortgaged their future draft pick arsenal and gutted their bench while also moving on from Tyler Herro to land the Greek Freak in South Beach. Of course, when healthy, Antetokounmpo is a top five player in the sport.
And even at age 41, LeBron averaged 20.9 points, 7.2 assists, and 6.1 rebounds per game, shooting 51.5% from the field.
Antetokounmpo and James would be a formidable duo, especially in a league that’s built on athletically dominant wings.
But Antetokounmpo isn’t a spring chicken anymore. Defensively, he’s still way better than LeBron. But over the course of an 82-game season? It’s hard to see a world where Antetokounmpo, LeBron and Adebayo are enough to compete in this Eastern Conference – especially because the lack of depth Miami has been left with after the blockbuster trade.
Furthermore, where’s the shooting on this team?
Last season, LeBron’s three-point numbers dipped. Antetokounmpo has never been considered anywhere close to a lethal three-point shooter. He makes defenses pay around the rim.
Where’s the floor spacing coming from? Davion Mitchell? He’s not much of a threat. Tim Hardaway Jr.? He could definitely knock down threes, but teams aren’t necessarily fearing his long-range ability coming into each game. Andrew Wiggins? Really, that’s just more overlap on the wing.
Sure, the Heat could make another trade, especially if LeBron arrives on a team-friendly contract. They’d almost have to. Any LeBron team without ample shooting has been a failure.
But location-wise, LeBron has played in Miami before. He’s won two championships with Riley, even though their relationship was complicated towards the end of LeBron’s tenure there.
Certainly, South Beach is a place where LeBron and his family found comfortability earlier in his career.
But do the Heat have enough to actually contend for a championship? Even if LeBron isn’t ring chasing, the Golden State Warriors are probably a better basketball fit. If he is ring chasing, the Cleveland Cavaliers present a way better opportunity in the current Eastern Conference, as they were in the conference finals with a team that was assembled in the 11th hour of the NBA season.
Riley wants to land another plane this offseason, but Antetokounmpo was their move. Even though the Heat remain in the mix, it’s hard to envision LeBron in Miami for a second time.
During Giannis Antetokounmpo’s introductory press conference in Miami, Heat owner Pat Riley insinuated that the team wasn’t done taking big swings.
“We landed the plane,” Riley said in part. “There’s another one we have to land.”
Of course, the 81-year-old championship-winning owner is referring to the Heat’s pursuit of free agent superstar LeBron James. Miami is considered a finalist in LeBron’s ongoing free agent frenzy that has continued to drag on since informing the Los Angeles Lakers that he’d be moving on June 30.
Even though Riley wants to land another plane, adding arguably the greatest basketball player of all time to a roster with Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo, LeBron’s fit in Miami raises some major questions.
There’s only one basketball.
This offseason, Antetokounmpo was Miami’s big move.
They mortgaged their future draft pick arsenal and gutted their bench while also moving on from Tyler Herro to land the Greek Freak in South Beach. Of course, when healthy, Antetokounmpo is a top five player in the sport.
And even at age 41, LeBron averaged 20.9 points, 7.2 assists, and 6.1 rebounds per game, shooting 51.5% from the field.
Antetokounmpo and James would be a formidable duo, especially in a league that’s built on athletically dominant wings.
But Antetokounmpo isn’t a spring chicken anymore. Defensively, he’s still way better than LeBron. But over the course of an 82-game season? It’s hard to see a world where Antetokounmpo, LeBron and Adebayo are enough to compete in this Eastern Conference – especially because the lack of depth Miami has been left with after the blockbuster trade.
Furthermore, where’s the shooting on this team?
Last season, LeBron’s three-point numbers dipped. Antetokounmpo has never been considered anywhere close to a lethal three-point shooter. He makes defenses pay around the rim.
Where’s the floor spacing coming from? Davion Mitchell? He’s not much of a threat. Tim Hardaway Jr.? He could definitely knock down threes, but teams aren’t necessarily fearing his long-range ability coming into each game. Andrew Wiggins? Really, that’s just more overlap on the wing.
Sure, the Heat could make another trade, especially if LeBron arrives on a team-friendly contract. They’d almost have to. Any LeBron team without ample shooting has been a failure.
But location-wise, LeBron has played in Miami before. He’s won two championships with Riley, even though their relationship was complicated towards the end of LeBron’s tenure there.
Certainly, South Beach is a place where LeBron and his family found comfortability earlier in his career.
But do the Heat have enough to actually contend for a championship? Even if LeBron isn’t ring chasing, the Golden State Warriors are probably a better basketball fit. If he is ring chasing, the Cleveland Cavaliers present a way better opportunity in the current Eastern Conference, as they were in the conference finals with a team that was assembled in the 11th hour of the NBA season.
Riley wants to land another plane this offseason, but Antetokounmpo was their move. Even though the Heat remain in the mix, it’s hard to envision LeBron in Miami for a second time.
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