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M.L.B. Offense Is Nearing All-Time Lows. Hitters Have Theories.
If baseball keeps up this pace, it would lead to the fewest home runs since 2015.

What’s It Like When Steph Curry Shows Up at a Pickup Game? ‘Even the Adults Were Screaming.’
It’s not unheard of for N.B.A. players to join amateur pickup games as a way for them to stay tuned up, especially during the league’s...

The Tragedy of Matija Sarkic: ‘It Was Devastating’
The soccer player was just 26 when he died suddenly, leaving his family and friends in a state of shock.

A Yankees Pitcher Shares a Personal Message With His Throat Tattoo
The rookie starter Luis Gil added the neck art in 2021 and said, “It’s a way to be thankful.”

Who Are the N.B.A.’s Best Players? Three Stand Above the Rest.
The league is undergoing a changing of the guard, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

Football Injuries Nearly Destroyed Jim McMahon. Somehow, He Keeps Coming Back.
At one point during his career, McMahon’s “foot literally exploded.” Later in life, he developed debilitating headaches.

Kylian Mbappé, a Fractured Nose, and the Colorful Mask He Can’t Wear
Mbappé will wear a protective mask in France’s next game, but he isn’t permitted to use one that features the colors of the French flag.

7 New Movies Our Critics Are Talking About This Week
Whether you’re a casual moviegoer or an avid buff, our reviewers think these films are worth knowing about.

Stories About What Retirement Really Means
We asked readers to submit their stories of retirement — to share their experiences, as well as their advice.

Soccer Broadcaster Alexi Lalas Doesn’t Care if Viewers Like Him
The Fox Sports analyst is bold and direct in his opinions, in part because he thinks of himself as “a performer.”