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How Braves’ decision for Mets series set up nightmare Hurricane Helene scenario

ATLANTA — For business, logistical and maybe game tactical reasons, the Braves didn't want to change the start time, date or location of their series with the Mets, despite forecasts that made Wednesday night's game iffy and Thursday night's final game of the three-game series even less likely. MLB could have ignored the wishes of […]

Mets’ ‘aggressive’ bullpen decision completely backfires

The Mets were still within striking distance when Carlos Mendoza brought in right-hander Adam Ottavino from the bullpen for the fourth inning. The Phillies were well within striking distance of the game after the top of the fourth inning, with the Mets trailing by six runs and ultimately falling 12-2 in a key game against […]

NBC makes big Cris Collinsworth decision

Get ready for more Sunday nights with Cris Collinsworth. NBC is preparing a major contract extension for its “Sunday Night Football” commentator that would see Collinsworth continue calling NFL games through the 2029-30 season. According to The Athletic. Collinsworth, 65, is set to sign a four-year contract extension that will see him call two more […]

GBP/JPY falls to near 189.00 following the BoJ interest rates decision – FXStreet

GBP/JPY lost its upward momentum after the Bank of Japan's interest rate decision was announced. The Bank of Japan decided at its meeting on Friday to keep current interest rates unchanged at 0.15%. Policymakers are awaiting UK retail sales data for August to gain further insight into how the UK economy is performing. GBP/JPY ended […]

US Dollar declines as market digests FOMC decision – FXStreet

The FOMC meeting ended with a 50 basis point cut in interest rates to a range of 4.75% to 5.00%. The dot plot suggests a gradual easing cycle implying three rate cuts in 2024. At a press conference, Chairman Powell stressed that the Fed is in no rush. The US Dollar Index (DXY), which measures […]

Australian Dollar advances despite Fed caution, awaits PBoC Interest Rate Decision – FXStreet

The Australian dollar rose after new job creation rose more than expected in August. Australian employment change increased by 47.5K in August, beating the consensus forecast of 25.0K. The Federal Reserve's significant interest rate cuts demonstrate its determination to protect the labor market and protect the economy from recession. The Australian Dollar (AUD) has recovered […]