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  • Angels’ oft-injured bust Anthony Rendon will miss extended time again

    Angels’ oft-injured bust Anthony Rendon will miss extended time again

    Anthony Rendon has played in 257 of a possible 708 games since signing his $245 million contract with the Los Angeles Angels in 2019. 

    And it will be a while until he plays in his 258th.

    The All-Star-turned-free agent bust is expected to miss an extended period of time, possibly the entire season, after undergoing hip surgery.

    Rendon, who will turn 35 in June, has been on the injured list 12 times since 2021. He was on the injured list three times in 2024 due to issues with his hamstring, lower back and obliques while batting .218 with no homers and 14 RBIs in 57 games.

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    Anthony Rendon of the Los Angeles Angels hits a home run against the Arizona Diamondbacks in the fourth inning at Angel Stadium of Anaheim July 1, 2023, in Anaheim, Calif. (Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

    The Angels paid top dollar for Rendon at the peak of his career ahead of the 2020 season, just over a month after he batted .319 with 34 homers, a 1.010 OPS and an MLB-leading 126 RBIs during the 2019 season. He played a major role in the Washington Nationals’ first World Series title run that year.

    Since then, in the rare instance he’s been on the field, he’s been a shell of himself. He has one less RBI, and a dozen fewer home runs in his five-year Angels tenure than he did in that entire 2019 season.

    Rendon’s contract expires after the 2026 season.

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    Los Angeles Angels third baseman Anthony Rendon throws to first base during the first inning against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C., Aug. 10, 2024. (James A. Pittman/USA Today Sports)

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    In the last two years alone, Rendon said baseball has “never been a top priority for me,” complained about the length of the MLB season and volunteered that he has been contemplating retirement since shortly after his major league career began. He also swung at an A’s fan in 2023, which led to a suspension.

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    Los Angeles Angels third baseman Anthony Rendon runs on the field before a game against the Oakland Athletics at RingCentral Coliseum in Oakland, Calif., May 15, 2022. (Robert Edwards/USA Today Sports)

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    Rendon has failed to play 60 games in a season since joining the Halos, averaging 51 games played in that span. With the Nationals, he owned an .859 OPS and was on MVP ballots in five separate seasons.

    The Associated Press contributed to this report.

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  • Mavericks’ Anthony Davis suffers injury in debut following blockbuster trade

    Mavericks’ Anthony Davis suffers injury in debut following blockbuster trade

    The Dallas Mavericks suffered a case of awful luck on Saturday.

    Anthony Davis, the team’s acquisition in its stunning trade with the Los Angeles Lakers, suffered a groin injury in the team’s win over the Houston Rockets. He left the game early and was ruled out for Monday’s contest against the Sacramento Kings.

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    Mavericks forward Anthony Davis handles the game ball against the Houston Rockets, Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025, in Dallas. (AP Photo/LM Otero)

    Davis may be out longer.

    ESPN reported that Davis suffered a left adductor strain and that he could be out for a few weeks. The power forward tried to downplay concern about the ailment.

    “Just the leg got tight, like a little spasm,” he said after the game against the Rockets. “Just came back and tried to get it loose and everything. Obviously, dealing with the ab strain still, so just tried to get it loose. It wouldn’t really loosen up and let go, but it’s nothing serious. I’m fine.”

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    Mavericks forward Anthony Davis waits for a timeout in front of the bench during the Houston Rockets game, Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025, in Dallas. (AP Photo/LM Otero)

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    The concern about Davis’ health comes amid the Mavericks’ trade of Luka Doncic. The deal stunned the rest of the league and fans of the NBA. It resonated so much that NFL stars were left just as confused as anyone while at Super Bowl LIX radio row in New Orleans last week.

    Davis isn’t a scrub in his own right. The nine-time All-Star played 76 games during the 2023-24 season but has missed at least 20 games in each of the last five seasons.

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    Mavericks forward Anthony Davis leaves the game, Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025, in Dallas. (AP Photo/LM Otero)

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    He averaged 25.7 points, 12 rebounds and 2.2 blocks per game in 43 games this season.

    The Associated Press contributed to this report.

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    Ryan Gaydos is a senior editor for Fox News Digital.

  • Anthony Davis leaves Mavericks debut with injury after being traded for Luka Dončić

    Anthony Davis leaves Mavericks debut with injury after being traded for Luka Dončić

    Dallas Mavericks fans were hostile Saturday during the team’s first home game since Luka Dončić was traded.

    The 25-year-old reigning scoring champion was sent to the Los Angeles Lakers, who gave up Anthony Davis in return.

    Davis made his Dallas debut Saturday amid protests and chants calling for the firing of general manager Nico Harrison outside before the game.

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    Dallas Mavericks forward Anthony Davis leaves a game against the Houston Rockets during the third quarter at the American Airlines Center.  (Jerome Miron/Imagn Images)

    It all started as Harrison had imagined. Davis dominated the first half with 24 points and 13 rebounds.

    However, less than four minutes into the third quarter, Davis appeared to injure his groin. Davis had been out with an abdominal strain earlier in the week.

    Davis went down without contact as Alperen Sangun of the Houston Rockets drove past him for a layup. Davis grabbed his groin area as he walked slowly toward the offensive end and stayed in the corner near the Dallas bench while his team ran the offense.

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    Dallas Mavericks forward Anthony Davis celebrates during the second quarter against the Houston Rockets at American Airlines Center.  (Jerome Miron/Imagn Images)

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    Davis didn’t try to go back the other way after the Rockets regained possession. The Mavericks committed a foul to stop the clock and get Davis out of the game. He stayed in the bench area briefly before leaving the court, and he was not spotted on the bench in the fourth quarter.

    The 31-year-old big man has had injury issues in the past, but he did play in a career-high 76 games last year.

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    Anthony Davis of the Dallas Mavericks reacts after an injury in a game against the Houston Rockets at American Airlines Center Feb. 8, 2025, in Dallas, Texas.  (Tim Heitman/Getty Images)

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    The Mavs got a 116-105 win, but surely their fans are holding their breath.

    The Associated Press contributed to this report.

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  • Colts’ Jonathan Taylor confident in Anthony Richardson after subpar 1st full season

    Colts’ Jonathan Taylor confident in Anthony Richardson after subpar 1st full season

    NEW ORLEANS – Anthony Richardson’s rookie year was cut short after just four games due to an injury, so the 2024 campaign marked his first full season.

    Safe to say, it didn’t go as many Indianapolis Colts fans had hoped.

    Richardson suffered yet another injury in just the fourth game of the season, and early on, he struggled. In that span, he completed just over half of his passes, threw six interceptions, and fumbled the ball three times (thankfully, all were recovered).

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    Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson (5) hands off to running back Jonathan Taylor (28) in the second half against the Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High.  (Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images)

    He returned in Week 7, but it got even worse. In Weeks 7 and 8, he went 20-for-56 through the air and lost two fumbles. So, the Colts went with Joe Flacco for a brief period.

    His final five games were much of the same – less than half his pass attempts were caught, and he couldn’t hold onto the ball. For one thing, he did rush for 358 yards in that span. But, he missed the final two games with yet another injury.

    Add it all up, and Richardson’s first full season ended up with completing 47.7% of his passes while throwing just eight touchdowns against 12 turnovers in 11 games. He did run for 499 yards and six touchdowns, but he put the ball on the ground nine times.

    However, his star running back in Jonathan Taylor is pleading for everyone to give him some time.

    Anthony Richardson and Jonathan Taylor

    Anthony Richardson #5 hands off the ball to Jonathan Taylor #28 of the Indianapolis Colts during the first half of a preseason game against the Denver Broncosat Lucas Oil Stadium on August 11, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)

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    “People don’t realize quarterbacks coming out now are like 24 – he’s only 22. So, he hasn’t played like much ball yet, only 15 games in the NFL,” Taylor said to Fox News Digital in a recent interview (Richardson turns 23 in May).

    Taylor is in New Orleans for Super Bowl week, perhaps a place he’d rather be to contend for the Lombardi Trophy. But during his trip, he’s getting out to Dairy Queen for his typical pregame meal.

    “I’m going there right after this. I’m getting some of that sauced and tossed honey barbecue chicken strip basket,” Taylor said.

    Oh, and he won’t forget about his “go-to” Oreo Blizzard either.

    In speaking about his quarterback, though, Taylor also pointed to what people don’t see.

    “He’s on the field getting extra reps. He’s really in the playbook all day, every day so he has that work ethic.”

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    Richardson was the fourth overall pick in 2023, behind Bryce Young, C.J. Stroud, and Will Anderson Jr.

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  • Lakers, Mavericks pull off wild blockbuster as Luka Dončić, Anthony Davis swap teams: reports

    Lakers, Mavericks pull off wild blockbuster as Luka Dončić, Anthony Davis swap teams: reports

    The NBA world was hit with perhaps the craziest trade in a generation in the wee hours of Sunday morning.

    According to multiple reports, the Los Angeles Lakers and Dallas Mavericks came to an agreement to swap Luka Dončić and Anthony Davis as part of a three-team blockbuster deal.

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    The Lakers received Dončić, Maxi Kleber, and Markieff Morris, while the Mavericks took on Davis, Max Christie, and Los Angeles’ 2029 first-round pick.

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    Luka Doncic #77 of the Dallas Mavericks handles the ball against Anthony Davis #3 of the Los Angeles Lakers in the first half of the game at American Airlines Center on February 26, 2023 in Dallas, Texas. (Ron Jenkins/Getty Images)

    To settle it all out, the Utah Jazz acquired Jalen Hood-Schifino and two second-round picks.

    ESPN’s Shams Charania broke the trade early Sunday morning, and because of the starpower involved, the immediate reaction was that the reporter had been hacked. However, it was later confirmed by multiple other outlets.

    Charania reported that the Mavs approached Los Angeles recently, saying their 25-year-old global superstar was available via trade; Dallas general manager Nico Harrison told ESPN that he was concerned about the team’s defense, which is now massively improved by replacing Dončić with Davis.

    Luka Doncic

    Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (77) reacts after a play during the first half in Game 4 of the NBA basketball finals against the Boston Celtics, Friday, June 14, 2024, in Dallas. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

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    But Dončić is a phenomenon, and a young one at that. The Slovenian led the NBA with 33.4 points per game last season and won’t turn 26 until later this month. In his career, he averages 28.6 points, 8.7 rebounds, and 8.3 assists, putting himself in the MVP conversation every year of his young career.

    It was also reported that LeBron James did not find out about the trade until shortly before the news broke, while he was out to dinner in New York shortly after his Lakers defeated the New York knicks – Davis was ruled inactive for the game.

    Davis, a defensive player of the year candidate last year, is putting up 25.7 points and 11.9 rebounds this season, both slightly better than his career averages of 24.2 and 10.7.

    Anthony Davis talks to the media

    Anthony Davis #3 of the Los Angeles Lakers talks to the media after winning the In-Season Tournament Championship game against the Indiana Pacers  on December 9, 2023 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.  (Juan Ocampo/NBAE via Getty Images)

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    The Mavericks lost in the NBA Finals last year, and Dončić received some criticism for his defense and attitude. Perhaps there is more to the story than what’s public right now.

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  • Australia Day 2025: PM Anthony Albanese, Other Leaders Extend Greetings to Citizens on Australian National Day, India’s S Jaishankar Also Sends Warm Wishes

    Australia Day 2025: PM Anthony Albanese, Other Leaders Extend Greetings to Citizens on Australian National Day, India’s S Jaishankar Also Sends Warm Wishes

    Australia Day 2025, observed on January 26, celebrates the nation’s history, diversity, and achievements. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese extended warm greetings to Australians, calling for unity and reflecting on the country’s journey. Other leaders joined in acknowledging the contributions of citizens while encouraging discussions on past injustices toward Indigenous Australians. Events organised by the Australia Day Council highlighted national accomplishments, cultural diversity, and reconciliation efforts. Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar also sent heartfelt wishes, underscoring strong ties between India and Australia. The day, which marks the 1788 landing of the First Fleet at Sydney Cove, continues to be a moment for both celebration and reflection, fostering a deeper understanding of Australia’s evolving identity. Australia Day 2025 Date, History and Significance: Everything To Know About the Day That Marks the Landing of the First Fleet at Sydney Harbour.

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