After a 31-point regular season and a loss to Florida in the first round last month, Washington Capitals center Nicklas Backstrom, 34, underwent left hip resurfacing surgery on Friday, the team announced on social media Saturday.
The Miami Marlins placed first baseman Jesus Aguilar and outfielder Jesus Sanchez on the injured list, but manager Don Mattingly said he could not discuss their medical issues.
The Cubs became the first team in 23 years to stop a losing streak of 10 or more games while ending an opponent’s winning streak of at least 10 games, beating the Braves 1-0 Friday to halt Atlanta’s majors-best 14-game run.
A non-weight-cut-related medical issue for Joe Lauzon has led to the second straight, fight-day cancelation of a UFC lightweight showdown with Donald Cerrone.
The Golden State Warriors are 5-1 favorites to win the 2023 NBA championship, followed closely by the Brooklyn Nets and Boston Celtics, who are each listed at 6-1.