Rico Carty, who won the 1970 NL batting title when he hit a major league-best .366 for the Atlanta Braves, has died. He was 85. Major League Baseball , the players' association and the Braves paid tribute to Carty on social media on Sunday. No further details on Carty's death were provided. “Carty was one of the first groundbreaking Latino stars in the major leagues, and he established himself as a hero to millions in his native Dominican Republic, his hometown of San Pedro de Macoris, and the city of Atlanta, where he was a beloved fan favorite,” the players' association said in its statement . The Braves said Carty left an indelible mark on the organization. “While his on-field accomplishments will never be forgotten, his unforgettable smile and generous nature will be sorely missed,” the team said in its statement. Carty made his big league debut with the Braves in September 1963. He batted .330 with 22 homers and 88 RBIs in his first full season in 1964, finishing second to Dick Allen in voting for NL Rookie of the Year. The Braves moved from Milwaukee to Atlanta after the 1965 season, and Carty got the franchise's first hit in its new home on April 12, 1966, against Pittsburgh. Carty had his best year in 1970, batting .366 with 25 homers and a career-best 101 RBIs. He started the All-Star Game after he was elected as a write-in candidate, joining Willie Mays and Hank Aaron in the NL outfield. Carty batted .299 with 204 homers and 890 RBIs over 15 years in the majors, also playing for Cleveland, Toronto, Oakland, Texas and the Chicago Cubs. He retired after the 1979 season. AP MLB: https://apnews.com/hub/MLBRico Carty, who won the 1970 NL batting title when he hit a major league-best .366 for the Atlanta Braves, has died. He was 85. Major League Baseball , the players' association and the Braves paid tribute to Carty on social media on Sunday. No further details on Carty's death were provided. “Carty was one of the first groundbreaking Latino stars in the major leagues, and he established himself as a hero to millions in his native Dominican Republic, his hometown of San Pedro de Macoris, and the city of Atlanta, where he was a beloved fan favorite,” the players' association said in its statement . The Braves said Carty left an indelible mark on the organization. “While his on-field accomplishments will never be forgotten, his unforgettable smile and generous nature will be sorely missed,” the team said in its statement. Carty made his big league debut with the Braves in September 1963. He batted .330 with 22 homers and 88 RBIs in his first full season in 1964, finishing second to Dick Allen in voting for NL Rookie of the Year. The Braves moved from Milwaukee to Atlanta after the 1965 season, and Carty got the franchise's first hit in its new home on April 12, 1966, against Pittsburgh. Carty had his best year in 1970, batting .366 with 25 homers and a career-best 101 RBIs. He started the All-Star Game after he was elected as a write-in candidate, joining Willie Mays and Hank Aaron in the NL outfield. Carty batted .299 with 204 homers and 890 RBIs over 15 years in the majors, also playing for Cleveland, Toronto, Oakland, Texas and the Chicago Cubs. He retired after the 1979 season. ___ AP MLB: https://apnews.com/hub/MLB The Associated Press
MADRID (AP) — Getafe scored twice in three minutes midway through the second half to beat struggling Valladolid 2-0 and record only its second win in La Liga on Friday. The victory ended Getafe’s five-game winless run and lifted it into 15th place in the 20-team standings. Valladolid remained second to last. In the buildup to the match, Getafe sporting director Rubén Reyes described the game as a final but his team was lucky not to go behind as Valladolid created more of the early chances. However, the home side took control in the 69th minute when substitute Álvaro Rodríguez got the opener. Three minutes later, man of the match Allan Nyom made it 2-0. “There’s been a lot of games where we’ve run and fought but lost or drawn,” Nyom, the veteran Cameroon full back, said. “A game that reflects the effort we’ve put in in training is very welcome.” Adding to Valladolid’s woes, coach Paulo Pezzolano was sent off before halftime. The Uruguayan has the league’s worst disciplinary record, with seven yellow cards before Friday’s red. AP soccer: https://apnews.com/hub/soccerDeep inside the hinterland of Beed, life runs in cycles of deprivation. Rekhatai Jadhav is used to the hardships of life, expertly squireling away petty cash from daily expenses for a rainy day — at once both necessary and ironic, given the arid climate and the frequent droughts that squeeze the local economy dry, and force people like her husband and brother into wage labour and migration. This July, though, things started looking up a bit. Jadhav enrolled in a new scheme, the Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana, and from the following month, started receiving ₹ 1,500 a month in her bank account. The money meant the world for a family with few steady sources of income, forming a thin but durable (and government-backed) cushion between poverty and destitution. Jadhav, a Dalit, had sat out the summer’s Lok Sabha elections even as fears about the future of the Constitution swept her village and prompted many she knew to vote for the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA). As a middle-aged woman who had to run her family of four as well as tend to ailing elderly relatives, Jadhav had no time for politics, but by the time the assembly elections rolled around in November, three tranches of the Ladki Bahin scheme had trickled into her account. She was a convert, as were her sister and other women friends in the village — all making the early morning queue at the local polling booth on November 20. As the electronic voting machines (EVMs) were opened and tallied in Maharashtra on Saturday, people such as Jadhav appeared to be the defining story of assembly elections that were considered touch-and-go even three months ago but which eventually turned out to be overwhelmingly one sided. And no move was quite as responsible for netting the ordinary woman’s support as the Ladki Bahin. Built on the model of the phenomenally successful Ladli Behna Yojana in neighbouring Madhya Pradesh, the scheme was launched just weeks after the Mahayuti’s drubbing in the Lok Sabha polls. The initial clamour in the rural heartland for enrolment was the first sign that the direct cash transfer to women could be the vehicle for the Mahayuti’s revival. The state government quietly and efficiently worked on expanding the net of beneficiaries even as the MVA cried foul over the fiscal burden and complained that the assembly polls were delayed to allow more money to come into women’s bank accounts. The scheme became the centrepiece of the BJP-led Mahayuti’s welfare pitch, and the party didn’t shy away even when it cast a shadow on other government payments. In rally after rally, Mahayuti leaders underlined the transformation that the regular tranche of money had brought, and how an Opposition government would stop the Ladki Bahin scheme. In an otherwise prosperous state that is riven by inequality, the money transfer worked as a temporary, but crucial, salve. By targeting women such as Jadhav directly with a direct, personalised campaign, the Mahayuti built a new demographic of supporters who helped it script a remarkable comeback, flatten regional vagaries and ideological worries, and create a fresh base that rose above caste and faith. After complaining for months, the MVA tried to devise its own version of the scheme in its manifesto but it was too late in the day. In impact and significance, the role of the Ladki Bahin was no less important than that of the PM-Kisan, the direct farm transfer scheme that was implemented six months before the 2019 Lok Sabha polls and helped blunt farm anger that was hurting the BJP in the heartland at the time. Towards the twilight of the campaign, the Mahayuti pushed its outreach into another gear. Led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s “Ek Hain Toh Safe Hain (if we stay united, we’ll be safe)” slogan, the Mahayuti started speaking about Hindu unity to argue that Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and other backward classes (OBCs) should remain united and not fall for the Opposition’s promises of a caste census. As the campaign gained a distinctly communal tinge, the Mahayuti effectively used the Hindu unity pitch to tide over local incongruencies such as that between Marathas and OBCs in Marathwada, or the worry over the caste census and Constitution among Dalits in Vidarbha. In contrast, the MVA didn’t respond adequately to the Mahayuti’s rapidly evolving pitch, holding on to its Lok Sabha demands of a caste census and protection of the Constitution — issues that had only limited traction in a local contest. Its response to the twin prongs of the Mahayuti — gender and faith — were stillborn attempts at rousing regional pride by the Shiv Sena (UBT) and NCP (SP). In the end, the difference was clear — the largest assembly election win in Maharashtra in 30 years, the best-ever performance by the BJP, the worst-ever performance by the Congress, and possible ruination of two regional stalwarts. And standing behind this record-busting show will be ordinary women such as Jadhav, often overlooked in the bustle of the campaign trail but who emerged as the ultimate kingmaker.Good luck figuring out the Houston Texans right now. Sunday’s disheartening defeat to the Titans saw DeMeco Ryans’ side fall to 7-5 , but the loss was felt in more ways than one with cornerback Jalen Pitre suffering a pectoral injury. Pitre left the game midway through the first half and did not return, suffering what was initially believed to be a shoulder injury after spending a lengthy period in the blue medical tent. #Texans CB Jalen Pitre has been diagnosed with a pectoral injury. He will have an MRI tomorrow to determine the severity. Per @AaronWilson_NFL Jimmie Ward seems to be filling in at Nickel and just got a pick 6. pic.twitter.com/5A8cwbVq1R Reports surfaced after Houston’s 32-27 loss that the former second-round pick had suffered a pectoral injury, one that could turn out to be a complete tear, hence bringing an abrupt end to his season. An MRI on Monday will give us an official diagnosis, but after falling victim to some friendly fire on a tackle, Pitre’s absence could prove devastating for a Texans defense that has found it difficult to keep opponents off the scoreboard in the second half. Matt Burke’s defense has come under scrutiny in recent weeks after surrendering 19 unanswered second-half points three weeks ago against Detroit, and 12 against Tennessee on Sunday afternoon. Now in his third season, Pitre has developed into one of the league’s most reliable nickel corners, known for his hard-hitting style and elite tackling ability – a category he leads all Texans defenders in. With Pitre’s future status uncertain, Jimmie Ward figures to be the Texans’ answer at nickel moving forward.
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Sunday afternoon the Vikings take to the field at U.S. Bank Stadium against the Arizona Cardinals. It is Minnesota’s first home game in nearly a month. Winners of four in a row with the last three coming on the road, Minnesota’s continued strong play has allowed them to maintain a firm hold on a playoff spot in the NFC through 11 games. They also sit just one game behind the Detroit Lions in the NFC North. This past Sunday, Sam Darnold and the Vikings scored 30 points in a game for the first time since Week 4. Sam Darnold threw for 330 yards and 2 TDs, but neither was to All Pro Justin Jefferson who is without a TD reception in the last five games and with only one on the season since Week 4. Bettors are wondering if he is due to breakout or if they should continue loading up on TJ Hockenson and Jordan Addison. Kyler Murray and Arizona were held to a season-low six points this past Sunday in a 16-6 loss at Seattle. It was their lowest point total of the season and snapped a four-game winning streak for the Cardinals. The Seahawks sacked Kyler Murray five times. Afterwards, Murray spoke with reporters and said Arizona was “physically dominated” by the Seahawks. Can Murray and co. turn things around on the road against Brian Flores’ Top 10 defense? Fun Fact: The Vikings’ defense is No. 1 in the NFL against the run and No. 5 in points allowed. Listen to the Bet the Edge podcast as hosts Jay Croucher and Drew Dinsick provide listeners with sharp actionable insight, market analysis and statistical data to help bettors gain more information before placing their wagers. So, whether you’re targeting spreads and totals, looking for value in futures markets or circling player props, give their podcast a listen to give you that extra edge. Game details and how to watch Cardinals at Vikings · Date : December 1, 2024 · Time : 1 PM ET · Site : U.S. Bank Stadium · City : Minneapolis, MN · TV/Streaming : FOX Latest Game Odds for Cardinals at Vikings The latest odds courtesy of DraftKings: · Moneyline : Arizona Cardinals (+154), Minnesota Vikings (-185) · Spread : Vikings -3.5 · Total : 45.5 The line has moved 1 full point towards the Cards since it opened. The Total has dropped 1 full point as well with money doubting just a little the ability of Sam Darnold and Kyler Murray to finish drives with touchdowns. NBC Sports Bet Best Bets Expert picks & predictions for Cardinals at Vikings Please bet responsibly. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline at 1-800-522-4700. Our model calculates projections around each moneyline, spread and over/under bet for every game on the NFL calendar based on data points like past performance, player matchups, betting trends, and weather forecasts. Once the model is finished running, we put its projection next to the latest betting lines for the game to arrive at a relative confidence level for each wager. Here are the best bets our model is projecting for Sunday’s game between Arizona and Minnesota: · Moneyline : NBC Sports is leaning towards a play on the Vikings on the Moneyline · Spread : NBC Sports is staying away from a play ATS. · Total : NBC Sports is leaning towards a play on the Total UNDER 45.5. Cardinals at Vikings Stats and Betting Trends · The Cardinals are 7-4 against the spread this season. · The Cardinals are 4-6-1 to the OVER this season. · The Cardinals have covered the spread in 4 of their last 5 games · The Vikings are 7-3-1 against the spread this season. · The Vikings are 4-7 to the OVER this season. · The Cardinals have lost 11 straight to the Vikings on the road. · The OVER is 4-1 in the Vikings’ last 5 matchups against NFC teams Quarterback Matchup for Cardinals at Vikings · Arizona: Kyler Murray – completed 24 of 37 passes for 285 yards but could not find the endzone in Sunday’s 16-6 loss in Seattle. · Minnesota: Sam Darnold – threw for a season-high 330 yards with 2 TDs Sunday in the Vikings’ OT win over the Bears. Cardinals at Vikings Injury Report Arizona S Jalen Thompson (ankle) is questionable for Sunday’s game. Arizona DE Darius Robinson (calf) is probable for Sunday’s game. Minnesota S Jay Ward (elbow) is questionable for Thursday’s game. Minnesota OT Cam Robinson (foot) is questionable for Thursday’s game. Minnesota LB Ivan Pace Jr. (hamstring) is questionable for Thursday’s game. Rotoworld still has you covered with all the latest and tools for the NFL, including game predictions, player props, futures, and trends! Follow our experts on socials to keep up with all the latest content from the staff: · Vaughn Dalzell (@VmoneySports) · Brad Thomas (@MrBradThomas) · Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) · Drew Dinsick (@whale_capper)
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This image released by Paramount Pictures shows Matthew McConaughey in a scene from the film “Interstellar.” (Paramount Pictures via AP) This image released by Paramount Pictures shows promotional art for the film “Interstellar.” (Paramount Pictures via AP) This cover image released by St. Martin’s Press shows “Miss May Does Not Exist: The Life and Work of Elaine May, Hollywood’s Hidden Genius” by Carrie Courogen. (St. Martin’s Press via AP) This cover image released by A24 shows “How Directors Dress: On Set, In the Edit, and Down the Red Carpet,” a book about what directors wear, featuring over 200 archival photos of filmmakers in action. (A24 Films via AP) This cover image shows the first issue of “The Metrograph,” a biannual print publication for film fans by the movie theater. (The Metrograph via AP) This image released by the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures shows the cover image of the catalogue for their “Color in Motion: Chromatic Exploration of Cinema” exhibit. (Academy Museum of Motion Pictures via AP) This image released by the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures shows “Matrix” sweatshirt for sale in conjunction with its Cyberpunk exhibition, designed by Brain Dead Studios. (Academy Museum of Motion Pictures via AP) This image released by Paramount Pictures shows Matthew McConaughey in a scene from the film “Interstellar.” (Paramount Pictures via AP) By LINDSEY BAHR Do you have a someone in your life who plays Vulture’s Cinematrix game every morning? Or maybe they have the kitchen television turned to Turner Classic Movies all day and make a point of organizing Oscar polls at work? Hate to break it to you: They might be a hard-to-please cinephile. But while you might not want to get into a winless debate over the “Juror No. 2” release or the merits of “Megalopolis” with said person, they don’t have to be hard to buy gifts for. The Associated Press has gathered up some of the best items out there to keep any movie lover stylish and informed. While Christopher Nolan dreams up his next film, fans can tide themselves over by revisiting his modern classic “Interstellar,” which will be back in IMAX theaters on the weekend of Dec. 6, followed by the home release of a new collector’s edition on 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray ($59.95). A third disc in the set, available Dec. 10, contains more than two hours of bonus content, like a never-before-seen storyboard sequence, and new interviews with Nolan, producer Emma Thomas and famous fans Peter Jackson and Denis Villeneuve . Elaine May does not give interviews anymore. But thankfully that didn’t deter writer Carrie Courogen, who did a remarkable job stitching together the life of one of our culture’s most fascinating, and prickly, talents. “Miss May Does Not Exist” is full of delightful anecdotes about the sharp and satirical comedian who gained fame as one half of Nichols and May and went on to direct films like “The Heartbreak Kid” and “Mikey and Nicky.” Courogen writes about May’s successes, flops and her legendary scuffles with the Hollywood establishment. It’s a vital companion to Mark Harris’ biography of Mike Nichols . Macmillan. $30. The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures has an exclusive new “Matrix” sweatshirt for sale in conjunction with its Cyberpunk exhibition. Brain Dead Studios designed and created several items, including the black hoodie ($140), a white rabbit tee ($54) and a pint glass ($18). If you can’t make it to Los Angeles to check out the “Color in Motion” exhibit for yourself, the Academy Museum also has a beautiful new companion book for sale ($55) charting the development of color technology in film and its impact. It includes photos from films like “The Red Shoes,” “Vertigo,” “2001: A Space Odyssey,” and images of rare prints from the silent era. The Academy Museum Store is having a sale (20% off everything) from Nov. 28 to Dec. 2. Related Articles Things To Do | US airports with worst weather delays during holiday season Things To Do | The right book can inspire the young readers in your life, from picture books to YA novels Things To Do | These holiday gifts change the game when building fires, printing photos, watching birds and more Things To Do | ‘Gladiator II’ review: Are you not moderately entertained? 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It’s literally about what directors wear. “How Directors Dress: On Set, in the Edit, and Down the Red Carpet” ($40) has over 200 archival photos of filmmakers in action: Spike Lee in his basketball caps, Sofia Coppola in her Charvet button-ups, Steven Spielberg’s denim on denim and many more. With a forward by the always elegant Joanna Hogg and writing from some of the top fashion journalists, it’s a beautiful look at how filmmakers really dress for work — and might even be a source of inspiration.