Following is a abstract of present sports activities information briefs.

Surging Jets convey stingy protection to Chicago

After surging into the NHL’s Christmas break with eight victories in 10 video games, the Winnipeg Jets will look to maintain rolling Wednesday as they go to the slumping Chicago Blackhawks. The Jets have thrived behind unselfish play and a various assault, issues they wish to suppose by no means take a vacation.

Lamar Jackson new MVP favourite as Brock Purdy plummets

The NFL’s Most Valuable Player race took the primetime stage on Christmas night time, and Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson put collectively a efficiency that vaulted the 2019 award winner into the motive force’s seat. Jackson handed for 252 yards with a pair of touchdowns and in addition led the Ravens with 45 dashing yards in main Baltimore to a 33-19 victory at San Francisco. Meanwhile, earlier MVP favourite Brock Purdy suffered the worst outing of his younger profession, throwing 4 interceptions.

Guardians purchase OF Estevan Florial from Yankees

The Cleveland Guardians acquired outfielder Estevan Florial from the New York Yankees on Tuesday in trade for right-hander Cody Morris. Florial, 26, performed in 19 video games for the Yankees in 2023 and batted .230 with three doubles and eight RBIs.

Clemson streaks into Gator Bowl conflict with Kentucky

Clemson is accustomed to enjoying on huge phases, however falling in need of double-digit victories for the primary time since 2010 has ramifications. The No. 22 Tigers weren’t within the College Football Playoff combine nor had been they a candidate for one of many main bowls, but they do get the chance to complete the season with a fifth consecutive victory once they battle Kentucky within the Gator Bowl on Friday in Jacksonville, Fla.

NBA roundup: Mavs prime Suns behind Luka Doncic’s 50

Luka Doncic recorded 50 factors, 15 assists, six rebounds, 4 steals and three blocked pictures and in addition went over 10,000 profession factors whereas main the Dallas Mavericks to a 128-114 victory over the host Phoenix Suns on Monday night time. Doncic reached 50 for the sixth time within the common season and made eight 3-pointers as Dallas received its second straight after shedding 4 of its earlier 5 contests. Derrick Jones Jr. added 23 factors, Dereck Lively II had 20 factors and 10 rebounds and Tim Hardaway Jr. scored 18 factors for the Mavericks.

Browns place QB Dorian Thompson-Robinson on IR

The Cleveland Browns positioned rookie quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson on injured reserve Tuesday and dominated out kicker Dustin Hopkins for Thursday’s recreation towards the visiting New York Jets. PJ Walker was signed to the lively roster to exchange Thompson-Robinson, who’s nursing a hip harm. Walker will again up Joe Flacco on Thursday because the Browns (10-5) bid for his or her fourth consecutive victory.

NFL-Jackson leaps to prime of the MVP race with win over Purdy, 49ers

Baltimore quarterback Lamar Jackson has overtaken San Francisco’s Brock Purdy within the MVP race after main the Ravens to a dominant 33-19 highway win towards the 49ers on Christmas. Entering into the potential Super Bowl preview between the AFC and NFC’s greatest groups, Purdy boasted the very best passer score within the league thanks partly to his potential to keep away from huge errors.

Report: Jays near re-signing OF Kevin Kiermaier

The Toronto Blue Jays reportedly are near re-signing free agent heart fielder Kevin Kiermaier. MLB Network mentioned the 2 sides are nearing settlement on a one-year, $10 million deal.

Dolphins WR Jaylen Waddle coping with ankle harm

Miami Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel mentioned Jaylen Waddle is nursing a high-ankle harm, leaving the extensive receiver’s availability in jeopardy for Sunday’s high-profile showdown towards the host Baltimore Ravens. Waddle appeared to maintain the harm through the third quarter of Miami’s 22-20 victory over the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday. He had one catch for 50 yards for the Dolphins (11-4), who’ve received 5 of their final six video games.

Season over for Cardinals DL Jonathan Ledbetter (knee)

Arizona Cardinals defensive lineman Jonathan Ledbetter will miss the ultimate two video games of the season with a knee harm. Head coach Jonathan Gannon confirmed the standing of Ledbetter on Tuesday.

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