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Austin Wells continues to impress Yankees with improved defense

DUNEDIN, Fla. — Austin Wells was more active behind the plate last season than Aaron Boone expected when he was called up in September. But now, the Yankees’ rookie catcher, known more for his bat than his defense during his time in the minors, has become more than just that initial hopeful impression in Boone’s […]

Mets’ Luis Severino believes improved sleep habits will help fatigue, performance

PORT STREET LUCIE — Luis Severino spent the winter focusing more on Zzzzzz than potential K’s. As last season drew to a close, the veteran right-hander spoke with Eric Cressey, the Yankees’ director of player health and performance. Cressey specifically wanted to know about Severino’s sleep habits, even though Severino ended his season in the […]

Islanders’ special teams look improved even in loss to Seattle

Tuesday’s 2-1 loss to the Kraken was a memorable one for the Islanders. But they hope it was the start of something for both special teams. The Isles had a perfect night in the shootout for the first time in six games, going 4-for-3 in overtime before losing the shootout. And they scored their only […]

Australian Dollar declines amid an improved US Dollar, awaits US Inflation – FXStreet

share: The Australian dollar has stalled while the US dollar has stabilized. Australian consumer confidence rose 6.2% to 86 in February. The U.S. dollar is holding steady despite low U.S. bond yields. January US CPI year-over-year and month-over-month changes are likely to slow to 3.0% and 0.2%, respectively. Despite the release of improved […]

Miles McBride’s improved shooting on full display for Knicks

The Knicks’ depth continues to be tested further, but they’re undaunted as they dig deeper into their bench. Even though Quentin Grimes joined Julius Randle and OG Anunoby out of the lineup with an injury on Thursday night, Miles McBride’s outside touch helped the Knicks win their ninth straight game, 109-105, over the Pacers at […]

Is Improved Consumer Sentiment All About Democrats Hating Trump?

Unstable buildings lead to improved consumer confidence Americans feel better about the economy than they have in years. Or at least the Democratic Party does. consumer confidenceAs measured by The Conference Board’s monthly survey, it surged to a two-year high in January, marking the third straight month of increases. Ratings of current economic conditions rose […]