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Elise Stefanik Is Leaving Congress. She Still Sounds Like a Candidate.
Once hailed as a rising GOP moderate, Stefanik exits Congress as one of Donald Trump’s fiercest allies — and signals she may not be finished with electoral politics.
One specific move could really make 49ers offense complete
The San Francisco 49ers have made several changes on offense this offseason, but one more could tie things together well.
Niners Receive Buzz to Add Former Seahawks Star
Speculation is mounting that San Francisco could unite Bobby Wagner with former teammate KJ Wright, adding elite run-stopping experience and veteran savvy to an already formidable defensive unit.
Hypothetical trade sends former 1st-round EDGE to 49ers
The 49ers could use more depth at edge rusher.
Sutter Health to build tallest tower in Emeryville with updated hospital plan
Sutter Health is putting more muscle behind its planned Emeryville hospital campus, unveiling a bigger and taller vision for the $1 billion project that could permanently alter both the city’s skyline and Sutter Health’s role in the East Bay health care economy. The Sacramento-based health system released updated plans for its Emeryville Medical Center, outlining a 17-story, 780,000-square-foot hospital at Horton and 53rd Streets in Emeryville, the San Francisco Business Times reported. The project would include 325 beds at full buildout, up from the 200 initially proposed, and would become Emeryville’s tallest building if completed as designed, surpassing the 310-foot […]
Easton’s Science Center to Host Open House
The Francis Malcolm Science Center’s annual open house is this Saturday.
Former head of Mission Hill health center gets 6-month prison term for absconding funds from facility
“Mr. Francis accepts full responsibility for his actions and deeply regrets the conduct that gave rise to his guilty plea,” his lawyers wrote in a sentencing memo.
Shooting reported at Franciscan Health hospital in Michigan City, Indiana
Shooting reported at Franciscan Health hospital in Michigan City, Indiana
Police are responding to a shooting at Franciscan Health hospital in Michigan City on Friday morning.
Scientists warn that current vitamin B12 guidelines may be putting your brain at risk
Getting enough vitamin B12 to meet current health guidelines may not actually be enough to protect the aging brain. Researchers at UC San Francisco found that older adults with “normal” but lower levels of active B12 showed signs of slower thinking, delayed visual processing, and more damage to the brain’s white matter — the communication highways that help different brain regions work together.
Stapleton and Nolan return for crucial qualifiers
Jessie Stapleton and Hayley Nolan return to the Republic of Ireland squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Netherlands and France.
Charter School Makes Waves in Science, Tech, and Engineering
Three 8th grade teams were selected from BFCCPS following an in school STEAM student showcase.
Coral Gables business owner says he's ready to leave after World Cup event issues with council members
The owner of a longtime Coral Gables restaurant says he’s taking his business to another city after several members of the city commission kept deferring his plan to host a World Cup watch party on the plaza in front of his business.
Tucson Roadrunners Set Franchise Business Records During 2025-26 Season
While the Tucson Roadrunners celebrated their 10th anniversary on the ice during the 2025-26 season, the organization also delivered one of the most successful business campaigns in franchise history off it.
Waste Watch: How community colleges spent taxpayer-funded mental health recovery dollars
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Maika Monroe, much more than 'Scream Queen,' returns to Cannes
After years spent fleeing serial killers and worse, Maika Monroe is on the offensive | KMBZ
Rest in Peace to a Legendary Massachusetts Politician
Barney Frank died Tuesday at the age of 86.
‘Second to None’: Tributes Pour in for Former Congressman, Progressive Icon, and LGBT Trailblazer Barney Frank, Who Died at 86
The late Massachusetts progressive lawmaker was known for his razor-sharp wit and humor, for being a trailblazer for gay rights, and for leading significant reform of the U.S. financial system.
Former Splinter Cell Creative Director Says Realistic Graphics Are Causing Problems for Modern Stealth Games
The former creative director of one of gaming's most influential stealth franchises, Splinter Cell, has suggested that advancements in lighting and shadow have made it more difficult than ever for the fans — and creators — of the genre.
Stellantis launches $70 billion business plan to 2030 including 60 new models
AUBURN HILLS, Michigan, May 21 () - Stellantis set out a new 60 billion euro ($70 billion) business plan on Thursday that includes 60 new car models by 2030 - from combustion engine to fully electric vehicles - new investments in technology, joint ventures with other carmakers and better use of its manufacturing capacity. The Franco-Italian carmaker said it would also refocus its sprawling 14-brand portfolio, with 70% of brand and product investments going to Jeep, Ram, Peugeot and Fiat, a
Lew Frankfort Turned Coach Into A Coveted Global Brand
Lew Frankfort had never heard of Coach Products when a friend suggested he apply for a position at the company in 1979.
49ers News: 16 more Thursdays until 49ers-Rams in Australia
Your daily San Francisco 49ers news for Thursday, May 21st, 2026
Bubsy 4D Review - Bobcat Banality
If Bubsy 4D is an attempt to bring new players to this 33-year-old franchise, its poor level design, characterization, and platforming will ensure it won't.
Foreign business owners face frantic scramble to leave Japan amid tiger visa rules
Stricter criteria for the business manager visa has left many owners, some of whom have been in Japan for decades, out in the cold.
Political leaders, constituents mourn trailblazing congressman Barney Frank
Business - Stellantis - Dongfeng Joint Venture will see Chinese maker's EVs built in France
Barney Frank, 86, left mark as trailblazer in politics
Former Congressman Barney Frank, a trailblazer in LGBTQ+ rights and banking regulations, dies at 86. His legacy of reform and wit will be remembered.
Cows can tell humans apart, new study finds
Domestic bovines watching videos of humans will stare at unfamiliar faces longer than faces they know.
Scientists uncover vast energy source underground—why this breakthrough changes everything - Futura-Sciences
The Unexpected Rise of White Hydrogen For a long time, it was believed that hydrogen (H2) does not naturally exist on Earth. However, traces of natural hydrogen started appearing here and there—some even detected in France as early as the beginning of the 20th century. Starting in the 1970s, researchers...
Barney Frank, 86, left mark as trailblazer in politics
BOSTON — Former Congressman Barney Frank, the first member of Congress to voluntarily come out publicly as gay and a liberal bulldog who left his fingerprints on the nation’s banking regulations, died on Wednesday. He was 86. Frank announced in early May that he had begun hospice care at his home in Maine. “He has […]
Barney Frank, financial reformer and trailblazer for gay rights, dies at 86
The longtime Democratic congressman and leading liberal brought new visibility to gay rights and crafted the most significant reforms to the financial system in a generation. Frank was known for his acerbic wit, combative style and focus on marginalized communities. He was 86.
Barney Frank, a liberal congressman and trailblazer for gay rights, dies
He was the first lawmaker to come out as gay voluntarily
Barney Frank, liberal icon who regulated a ‘too big’ financial industry, dies at 86
Former Democratic Rep. Barney Frank, who represented Massachusetts in Congress for decades, has died. He was 86.
Frank Mitloehner named UC Davis animal science chair
His appointment is effective June 1.
Barney Frank, liberal icon and gay-rights pioneer, dies at 86
The former congressman was politically engaged until the end.
Barney Frank, longtime Mass. congressman, has died
Frank was the first member of Congress to publicly come out as gay voluntarily.
49ers News: One week until OTAs
Your daily San Francisco 49ers news for Wednesday, May 20th, 2026
Jack Davis, S.F. political power broker, dies at 79
Jack Davis, the longtime power broker and consultant whose strategic instincts helped shape San Francisco’s politics for decades, died in hospice at his Mission District home. He was 79.
Jack Davis, the most feared and loathed man in San Francisco politics, dies at 79
How a kid who grew up in a Pennsylvania funeral parlor went from gay rights activist to S.F. political kingmaker
Giants' Robbie Ray Searches for Answers After Outing
San Francisco Giants starter Robbie Ray admitted that the Arizona Diamondbacks appeared locked in throughout Monday’s 12-2 loss.
France Politics
French President Emmanuel Macron delivers his speech during a conference named "No Money for Terror", on the sidelines of the G7 finance ministers meeting, aimed at cutting off financing of
Brown University names Francesca Beaudoin as public health dean
An alumna, Beaudoin has led the School of Public Health on an interim basis since January, and played a leadership role in the university’s healing and recovery effort in the aftermath of the campus shooting in December.
Pelosi intervenes in Democratic race to succeed her
Former Speaker Nancy Pelosi backed Connie Chan in the race to succeed her, calling the San Francisco supervisor ready to bring clarity to Congress.
The Cleveland Browns Will Sell 3 Percent Of Their Franchise
NFL owners are reportedly respecting to prove a sale of a small stake of the Cleveland Browns to a private investment firm.
PWHL goes the way of San Jose in adding a fourth expansion team and growing to 12 overall
San Jose has landed a pro women’s hockey franchise with the PWHL completing its ambitious four-team expansion process with a first entry into California.
John Travolta Explains His New Look at the Cannes Film Festival: ‘I’m Going to Play the Part’
John Travolta was in costume at the Cannes Film Festival. The Hollywood icon, 72, raised eyebrows wearing round glasses and a series of jaunty berets while in France to promote his directorial debut, ...
NBC Sports hires Dave Flemming for play-by-play
Dave Flemming, the longtime lead radio play-by-play voice on KNBR for the San Francisco Giants as well as a college basketball and football and MLB and golf commentator for ESPN, has joined NBC Sports as a play-by-play voice for MLB Sunday Leadoff games on Peacock and NBCSN.
Mainstream anime moments create big business opportunities
Anime has gone mainstream in the United States, drawing millions of fans who spend big money on conventions, streaming, gaming, and merchandise. But anime is no longer reserved just for cosplayers. Now, businesses and sports franchises are increasingly tapping into anime culture to grow audiences, strengthen fan loyalty, and create new revenue opportunities.
Where to watch San Francisco Giants vs Arizona Diamondbacks: TV channel, start time, streaming for May 19
Here's how to watch Tuesday's Arizona Diamondbacks vs San Francisco Giants game, including start times, TV channels, scores and how to stream.
49ers News: George Kittle, Thunder fan?
Your daily San Francisco 49ers news for Tuesday, May 19th, 2026
Diamondbacks vs. Giants updates. Honoring the late Nicole Hazen
The Arizona Diamondbacks and San Francisco Giants open a three-game series on Monday, May 18, at Chase Field.
Dr. Francesca L. Beaudoin named School of Public Health dean at Brown
Currently serving as interim dean, the accomplished physician and scholar will advance academic excellence, expand research and provide strategic direction for the school.
Bar Owners, Health Advocates Clash Over Smoking Ban on Outdoor Patios in San Francisco
San Francisco Supervisors delayed their vote on a ban on smoking on outdoor patios until June after pushback from small businesses.
Kudos to Cheer Club, College of Business faculty, Cybersecurity team and more
Becky Cottrell, Ph.D., Department of Social Work, and Bridget Arend, Ph.D., School of Education Becky Cottrell from the Department of Social Work and Bridget Arend, Ph.D., from the School of Education co-authored an article recently published in an international journal. Read the article. Biff Baker, Ph.D., College of Business Biff Baker, Ph.D., received a Best in Track award from the Society for Advancement of Management for research examining bureaucratic inefficiencies within Section 8 subsidized housing programs. The study focuses on how administrative delays and communication breakdowns can create housing instability for families and discourage landlord participation. It also offers recommendations to improve accountability and trust in public housing systems. Brendan Fry, Ph.D., Department of Mathematics and Statistics Brendan Fry, Ph.D., professor in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, co-authored the article “Modeling the Impact of Venous Collapsibility on Retinal Oxygenation,” published in the Journal of Theoretical Biology. The interdisciplinary research brought together scholars from the University of Delaware, Indiana University Indianapolis, McGill University and the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital. Access the article. Bridget Arend, Ph.D., School of Education Bridget Arend, Ph.D., professor in the School of Education, co-published the book “Facilitating Seven Ways of Learning: A Resource for More Purposeful, Effective, and Enjoyable College Teaching, Second Edition” with James R. Davis. The book explores practical approaches to improving college teaching and student learning experiences. Buy the book. College of Business Faculty At the 2026 Western Decision Sciences Institute international conference, Sally Baalbaki-Yassine, Ph.D., Debora Gilliard, Ph.D., and David Lynn Hoffman, Ph.D., from the College of Business received the Best Case Study Paper Award for “Oreo: A Global Success Story in Brand Evolution and Market Leadership.” Lisa McVicker, Ph.D., and Apryl Brodersen, Ph.D., also had their paper, “Electronic Performance Monitoring: Employer Panacea or Legal Quagmire?” accepted for publication in the Journal of Business Leadership. Community Engagement Exchange Program Metropolitan State University of Denver was selected to host international Fellow Aleja Henao Espitia of Bogotá, Colombia through the Community Engagement Exchange program funded by the U.S. Department of State. View Espitia's LinkedIn profile. David Varel, Ph.D., College of Letters, Arts and Sciences MSU Denver historian David Varel, Ph.D., has been awarded a 2026 ACLS Fellowship by the American Council of Learned Societies. The fellowship program supports outstanding scholarship in the humanities and social sciences, and selected just 63 scholars from more than 2,000 applicants this year. Varel’s project, “The Black Chicago School: Academic Activism in the Age of American Apartheid,” explores the work of Black scholars who challenged scientific racism, built alternative institutions and helped lay the foundation for the modern civil rights movement. The fellowship provides up to $60,000 to support full-time research and writing. Learn more about the fellowship. MSU Denver Office of Financial Aid Team Several MSU Denver employees were recognized for leadership and service during the Colorado Association of Financial Aid Administrators (CAFAA) conference held in May in Crested Butte. Don Holtzen, interim associate director of systems, chaired the conference and was recognized for his service as CAFAA conference chair and technology chair during the 2025-26 term. Holtzen also received the Postsecondary Institution Professional of the Year award, which recognizes financial-aid professionals who have made significant contributions to their institutions and to CAFAA. Tori Pacheco, associate director of Student Services, helped design décor and facilitate the conference and was recognized for her service as CAFAA secretary during the 2025-26 term. Destiny Candelaria, call center coordinator, served on the conference planning committee and presented on One Stops during the event. Michael Nguyen, executive director of Financial Aid and Scholarships, assisted as a CAFAA board member and was recognized for serving as president-elect during the 2025-26 term. Richard Balbag, program assistant I, received the Distinguished Support Staff Member of the Year award, honoring staff members who have made exceptional contributions to their financial-aid offices. Military Friendly Recognition Military Friendly has awarded MSU Denver Gold Status as a military-friendly university and ranked the University No. 7 nationally for military spouses. The recognition reflects MSU Denver’s strong support systems for veterans and military spouses, including transfer credit assistance and retention-focused resources. As of 2026, 1,050 military-connected students are enrolled at the University, advancing institutional priorities around serving veterans and supporting student retention. MSU Denver Cheer Club The MSU Denver Cheer Club earned third place in the 4-Year College Small Coed Intermediate division at the USA Spirit Nationals. Celebrate the win on Instagram. MSU Denver Cybersecurity Team An MSU Denver cybersecurity team earned first place in the Strategist category at the 2026 CYBER RECon National Competition hosted at Fort Meade, Maryland, by U.S. Cyber Command. Led by Jeffrey London, Ph.D., and undergraduate student Matthew Bopp, the team competed against universities and law schools nationwide with its 30-page legal analysis on cybersecurity and free speech titled “Freedom of Speech and MDM: Misinformation, Disinformation, and Malinformation.” The paper also earned Bopp a personal invitation to apply to the University of Maryland School of Law. MSU Denver Debate Team MSU Denver Debate won the 2026 Sierra Sustainability Summit hosted at Yosemite National Park in April. Students Kat Conte and Simon Bernhard bested teams from George Washington University, Gallaudet University, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, the University of San Francisco and Tennessee Tech in the modified present-and-defend style competition. Their proposal recommended adapting Colorado’s Keep Colorado Wild Pass model to support California state parks facing budget constraints. Learn about the summit. MSU Denver Women’s Golf MSU Denver Women’s Golf was represented on the national stage this month as junior Neige Dunn competed as an individual at the NCAA West Regional. She became the first Roadrunner in 10 years to qualify for NCAA Regionals as an individual. Get the details.
Crumbl Cookies Closes Chapel Hill Location After 3 Years In Business
The store, located in Suite 150 at 133 West Franklin St., first opened its doors in February of 2023. It was open for just over three years.
Notable San Francisco Designer’s Napa Valley Ranch for Sale
Ken Fulk's restored ranch property in St. Helena boasts a two-bedroom cottage, entertainment barn, tent bungalows and a “Cowboy Shack.”
Cannes standout 'Paper Tiger' reveals a new side to Miles Teller
One of only two American films competing for the Palme d'Or, James Gray’s “Paper Tiger” has been one of the standouts of this year’s Cannes | KMBZ
Most iconic barbecue restaurant in every state
From roadside shacks to barbecue institutions like Franklin Barbecue in Austin, here's the most iconic barbecue restaurant in every state.
Take-Two Boss Says Borderlands' Last-Minute Art Style Change Cost $50 Million, but Without It the Game Would Have Flopped
Borderlands’ well-documented 11th hour art style change cost Take-Two an extra $50 million in development costs and delayed the game by a year, but without it the now successful franchise would have flopped straight out the gate.
49ers News: One week closer
Your daily San Francisco 49ers news for Monday, May 18th, 2026
Pizza Hut faces lawsuit from franchisee over AI system
Pizza Hut's AI-powered Dragontail system led to $100M in lost business, a franchisee says in a lawsuit over delivery delays.
Franklin County Career and Technology Center Adds Anatomage Table for Health Science Students
Franklin County Career and Technology Center is highlighting its new Anatomage Table, an advanced life-sized touch-screen display used for 3D anatomy education and virtual dissection. The table allows users to […]
🚨 Eintracht Frankfurt sack Albert Riera after turbulent months
Eintracht Frankfurt announced on Sunday night the end of Albert Riera’s spell as first-team coach.Riera had conflicts with several players and, in the final stretch of the season, was even booed by ...
Detroit Lions UDFA: CB De'Shawn Rucker injury report
Detroit Lions UDFA De'Shawn Rucker joins the franchise's cornerbacks group. What's his injury history look like?
Cate Blanchett laments that the #MeToo movement 'got killed very quickly' in Hollywood
Cate Blanchett says that the #MeToo movement “got killed very quickly” in remarks at the Cannes Film Festival | Newsradio 1140 WRVA
Cate Blanchett laments that the #MeToo movement 'got killed very quickly' in Hollywood
Cate Blanchett says that the #MeToo movement “got killed very quickly” in remarks at the Cannes Film Festival | WBBM Newsradio 780 AM & 105.9 FM
Cate Blanchett laments that the #MeToo movement 'got killed very quickly' in Hollywood
Cate Blanchett says that the #MeToo movement “got killed very quickly” in remarks at the Cannes Film Festival | Talk Radio 1210 WPHT
Cate Blanchett laments that the #MeToo movement 'got killed very quickly' in Hollywood
Cate Blanchett says that the #MeToo movement “got killed very quickly” in remarks at the Cannes Film Festival | KNSS Radio
Cate Blanchett laments that the #MeToo movement 'got killed very quickly' in Hollywood
Cate Blanchett says that the #MeToo movement “got killed very quickly” in remarks at the Cannes Film Festival | Talk 1370
Cate Blanchett laments that the #MeToo movement 'got killed very quickly' in Hollywood
Cate Blanchett says that the #MeToo movement “got killed very quickly” in remarks at the Cannes Film Festival | KCBS All News 106.9FM and 740AM
In Cannes standout 'Fatherland,’ Sandra Hüller stuns again
The full range of Sandra Hüller’s talent is on full display this year in four films that run from big to small | Talk 1370
In Cannes standout 'Fatherland,’ Sandra Hüller stuns again
The full range of Sandra Hüller’s talent is on full display this year in four films that run from big to small | WBEN
In Cannes standout 'Fatherland,’ Sandra Hüller stuns again
The full range of Sandra Hüller’s talent is on full display this year in four films that run from big to small | KCBS All News 106.9FM and 740AM
France's Publicis to buy US data firm LiveRamp in $2.2 billion
French advertising group Publicis Groupe has agreed to acquire U.S. data collaboration company LiveRamp for a total enterprise value of about $2.2 billion in an all-cash deal, it said on Sunday.
Who Is Saikat Chakrabarti? The Tech Millionaire Who Wants to Turn the Democratic Party Upside Down
Chakrabarti is running on an insurgent message to fill Nancy Pelosi’s House seat in San Francisco.
'There's Truth to It': Sony 'Considering' Bringing Back Your Fave Franchises on PS5
Dreams do come true
Toronto Tempo say UCLA star Kiki Rice has not disappointed
The Toronto Tempo used the first pick in franchise history to select UCLA star Kiki Rice and has no regrets as the rookie has immediately contributed.
It's Your Business | Perspire Sauna Studio hopes for mid-June opening
Franchise owner Angie Brocato: “We’re not just opening a business; we’re creating a sanctuary for people to take 40 minutes for themselves."
49ers News: Another Sunday without NFL football
Your daily San Francisco 49ers news for Sunday, May 17th, 2026
Steven Soderbergh used AI in a documentary about John Lennon. And he wants to talk about it
The day John Lennon was shot in 1980, he and Yoko Ono gave an interview to a San Francisco radio crew from their home in New York’s Dakota Apartments | WWJ Newsradio 950
Steven Soderbergh used AI in a documentary about John Lennon. And he wants to talk about it
The day John Lennon was shot in 1980, he and Yoko Ono gave an interview to a San Francisco radio crew from their home in New York’s Dakota Apartments | Talk 1370
Steven Soderbergh used AI in a documentary about John Lennon. And he wants to talk about it
The day John Lennon was shot in 1980, he and Yoko Ono gave an interview to a San Francisco radio crew from their home in New York’s Dakota Apartments.
Aaron Rodgers returning to Steelers for 2026 season
Aaron Rodgers is returning to the Pittsburgh Steelers for the 2026 season, league sources confirmed to The Athletic, giving the franchise another year with the future Hall of Fame quarterback under center. After months of uncertainty surrounding his future and speculation about retirement, Rodgers and Pittsburgh are set to run it back following a season that delivered both stability and flashes of vintage production. Rodgers arrived in Pittsburgh in 2025 on a one-year deal after a lengthy free-agency process and quickly became a central figure in the Steelers’ offense.
MVP MMA 1: Rousey vs. Carano Prelim Card live stream
Watch the full MVP MMA 1: Rousey vs. Carano preliminary card before the main card featuring Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano, Nate Diaz vs. Mike Perry, and Francis Ngannou vs. Philipe Lins. The preliminary card is expected to begin at 6 p.m. ET. PRELIMINARY CARD: Namo Fazil vs. Jake Babian Adriano ...
NBC Reveals New ‘Law & Order’ Time Slot for Fall 2026
NBC is betting big on reality TV, sports, and legacy franchises as it reshuffles ‘Law & Order,' cancels ‘Brilliant Minds,' and rolls out new dramas and comedies.
James Franco mounting big Hollywood comeback with 'Rambo' prequel
James Franco will star in the Rambo prequel 'John Rambo' alongside Noah Centineo, marking Franco's first big Hollywood blockbuster since he was accused of sexual misconduct in 2018.
4 Takeaways From France's World Cup Roster Selection
Even with some notable omissions and Kylian Mbappé's drama at Real Madrid, this France squad is simply the team to beat.
Rooted in San Francisco: 10 Years of the Legacy Business Program
Opening reception at the San Francisco Public Library for the exhibit celebrating a decade of San Francisco’s Legacy Business Program, June 4 from 6:00-7:45 p.m., SFPL Main Library, 4th Floor
NYC business owners oppose Mamdani’s city-run grocery stores: ‘It’s a concern’
Multicultural Business Coalition chairman Frank Garcia assesses New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s plan to open city-owned grocery stores on ‘The Bottom Line.’
Sutter, Santa Clara Launch New Medical School
Sutter Health and Santa Clara University to Launch the Mark & Mary Stevens School of Medicine Funded in part by a $175 million gift from Mark and Mary Stevens, it will be the first new medical school in the San Francisco Bay Area in more than a century. SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Sutter Health and […]
Jane Schoenbrun's queer slasher movie 'Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma' jolts Cannes
A bold, bloody queer slasher film starring Hannah Einbinder and Gillian Anderson gave the Cannes Film Festival a gonzo jolt | Talk 1370
Andrew Abbott leaned into some science to get his season back on track
Andrew Abbott locked in on the stick-figure graphic of himself. The world of biomechanics is very advanced. But with Abbott going through the worst rut of his big league career, he opened up to some new ideas to get himself back on track. He asked for some help, and he leaned into some sports science. He said the stick figures made it clear, and he credits biomechanics for helping him get his season back on track. Over his last three starts, he has allowed two total runs in 17 ⅔ innings. “There’s a photo of (me) last year and the year before on a graph, and this year is in a different color,” Abbott said. “You see where you are in comparison to that. Where the hands are at this moment, where your feet are, where the knee is, where your head is at, where your shoulders are at, it breaks it all down if you want it.” When Abbott saw his mechanics in this objective way, he recognized exactly what had been going wrong. “When my tempo, my feet and my hands are aligned, then normally my mechanics are sound,” Abbott said. “And when my mechanics are sound, my stuff behaves normally. The fastball is jumpy. I’m up in velo. My extension is better.” Abbott said that he started diving more into his biomechanics in the middle of April. The Reds have a biomechanics team, which works closely with pitching coach Derek Johnson and hitting coach Chris Valaika. Leading the group is biomecahnics manager Franky Mulloy. “I laugh every day,” Francona said. “When Franky starts talking, I start laughing. I remind him to know his audience.” Francona isn’t a scientist. The Reds’ manager jokes about his own comprehension of the data. But it’s easy for him to recognize the value that the biomechanics team is providing. “That’s why we got them,” Francona said. Abbott said that he had his first big biomechanics-oriented meeting in the middle of April. Behind the scenes, there was already a lot of communication going on within the Reds’ staff. “Franky calculates all the things, builds it into these graphs, and DJ gets them,” Abbott said. “They have their internal communication. Then, we go to them and ask what about this or that. The main thing for me is arm angle.” The data shows Abbott how his arm angle evolves from start to start. He hasn’t meant to change it. But just like all of us, our posture might be different from one day to the next. Pitchers’ arm angles can make minor shifts without the pitcher or even coaches noticing. But the data can’t miss a change like that. Abbott recognized that his arm angle had been moving around without him noticing. Now, he checks in with the data to make sure that his mechanics are in sync. “They get into these cool looking graphs,” Abbott said. “I can’t really describe them. I don’t know what they are. But for me, it’s a photo of a stick figure of myself.” The stick figure of his current positioning is superimposed over previous versions of himself. With that format, Abbott can compare his mechanics on any given day to what they were when he was pitching at his very best. “It was very noticeable from the moment I saw this year as black compared to two years ago and last year, it was very, very different,” Abbott said. “I could see with my eyes without having to ask any questions about the difference in the photos.” For any pitcher, there are a lot of moving pieces in your delivery. For Abbott to be the best version of himself, he needs his head, his arm, his hand, his knee and his feet to be on the right “tempo.” “Tempo is a word I’ve used a lot,” Abbott said. “Getting everything in certain areas working together.” He has been much better at that recently. The data backs that up, and so does Abbott’s ERA. The biomechanics data has also given the Reds’ staff and Abbott some better ideas for some training that he can do between starts. He has added drills to shore up areas of his body that Abbott needed to make stronger. “They make a plan based off what they see,” Abbott said. “If things start changing, we know what to revert back to.” Overall, Abbott says that he’s not a very analytical guy. There’s so much information out there, and he says that it’s important for him to not get too analytical when he breaks down his specific pitches. He has learned the value of being “analytical about mechanics.” And the way that the Reds presented that information to him made it easier for him to make the right adjustments without being overloaded by information. “It was a very simple fix,” Abbott said. “It took a long time to finally get there, feel the results and see it. But for the most part, it was very simple to apply it.”
Fresno podcaster launches sports rep firm, signs UFC contender
What originally started off as a media brand built on hustle and relationships has now grown into a full-service athlete marketing venture for Central Valley entrepreneur Frank Dalena. Dalena, the founder of the popular podcast
France 2026 World Cup Roster: Real Madrid's Eduardo Camavinga Among Notable Omissions
France named its World Cup squad, with surprise goalkeeper call-up Robin RIsser highlighting Didier Deschamps' final tournament roster as France aims for another title.