MLB free agent watch: Ohtani leads possible 2023-24 class

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:01:16 GMT

CHICAGO (AP) — The number will follow Shohei Ohtani until it is over. No, not Ohtani’s home runs or strikeouts or any of his magnificent numbers from the field. Nothing like that.It’s all about how much. As in how much will his next contract be worth.Ohtani is among several players going into their final seasons before they are eligible for free agency. There is still time for signatures and press conferences before opening day, but history shows a new contract becomes less likely once the real games begin.There is no real precedent for placing a value on Ohtani’s remarkable skills, especially after baseball’s epic offseason spending spree. And that doesn’t factor in the potential business opportunities that go along with the majors’ only truly global star.Ohtani hit .273 with 34 homers and 95 RBIs last season in his fifth year with the Los Angeles Angels. The 2021 AL MVP also went 15-9 with a 2.33 ERA in 28 starts on the mound.He prepared for thi...

Volunteer firefighter rescues dog in lake

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:01:16 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On Monday, a volunteer firefighter rescued a dog that fell through the ice on a pond off of Camp Lane in Westerlo around 11:36 a.m. The firefighter suffered a laceration to the face as a result and was taken to Albany Medical Center for further evaluation. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The volunteer firefighter from the town of East Berne Fire Department tethered himself safely to shore, entered the cold water, and successfully rescued the dog. The golden doodle hit him in the face, for which he was treated on scene and later taken to Albany Med. The Albany County Sheriff's Office did not mention the firefighter's current condition.

Rensselaer man accused of identity theft, grand larceny

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:01:16 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Rensselaer man was arrested and is accused of identity theft and grand larceny in two different jurisdictions. Deven Koehler, 27, faces several charges. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! On Monday, the Albany County Sheriff's Office arrested Koehler for allegedly stealing a credit card that belonged to someone else in January. Koehler allegedly stole over $2,800 in cash in Albany and Guilderland. Deputies say Koehler also made fraudulent purchases with the credit card.Charges:Fourth-degree grand larcenySecond-degree identity theftFourth-degree criminal possession of stolen property Schenectady man accused of strangulation, burglary Koehler was processed and released on two appearance tickets. He is due back at Albany City Court and Guilderland Town Court at a later date.

Siena men aim to fix offensive struggles

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:01:16 GMT

LOUDONVILLE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Siena men's lacrosse team is in the middle of a two-game losing skid. The Saints are now 1-2 in conference play after suffering losses at VMI and LIU. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Siena's offense has struggled in those games scoring four goals combined in the fourth quarter. The team averages 44 shots per game, but all those shots didn't result in goals scored or wins. The Saints will aim to rectify this in their mid-week match-up against Canisius."I think we just have to be a little better in between the lines and our transition game," said senior midfielder Christian Watts. "Getting back on defense, playing hard nose defense, and we just have to get our shots on offense. I've been lacking the last few games in hitting my shots and hoping to pick that up with Wednesday."The Saints have not been able to capture a road win this season, but that hasn't stopped Liam Gleason's team from comp...

Great Danes kick off 2023 spring ball with new energy

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:01:16 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The UAlbany football team kicked off their spring ball session Monday afternoon, and there's a lot of excitement about this team that brings back a lot of experience from last season. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Head coach Greg Gattuso and his team are focused on making the most of spring ball as they prepare for the upcoming 2023 fall season. A glaring takeaway from Monday's session was the energy the players brought to the field. Junior defensive back Larry Walker Jr. believes the start to things spring session has really set the tone for what's to come for the program."I mean, it feels great! The energy was high today like in my four years of being here the energy has never been this high on the first day," Walker said. "Especially like with school and everything behind it, today is a great start off to something we can start in. For instance, I've been here since 2019 I was a true freshman o...

Spain tells 'fire tourists' to stay away from forest blaze

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:01:16 GMT

Authorities have urged 'fire tourists' to avoid blazes raging in eastern Spain on Sunday. Officials said that by looking on, they were putting themselves at danger and interfering with efforts to quell them.Emergency services reported that more than 500 firefighters were fighting the fire with the support of 20 helicopters and planes four days after it broke out close to Villanueva de Viver, Valencia region.Gabriela Bravo, regional head for interior affairs in Valencia, said that police had seen 14 cyclists close to the scene.She said: "We ask again and most importantly tourists not to engage in fire tourism, or to approach the perimeter area."Officials said that Spain's first major wildfire of this year destroyed more than 4,900 hectares (9.900 acres) of forest, and that 1,700 villagers were forced to flee their homes in Valencia and Aragon.Residents fear that the fire could have a severe impact on the local economy, which relied heavily on tourism.Jorge Grausell (72) said that "th...

Ask Amy: I picked an awkward time to end the handouts to my young relative

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:01:16 GMT

Dear Amy: I have a niece, “Jane,” whom I love and feel very connected to. I’ve been very supportive – practically, emotionally, and financially.Around five years ago, Jane reached out to me with an emergency need for several thousand dollars. I didn’t hesitate to give it to her, and she was extremely grateful.Over the years I’ve given her smaller sums (without her asking), when I’ve had the sense that she was financially on the edge – the pandemic really interrupted her progress. Again, she has always been very grateful.For a variety of reasons, I’ve decided not to continue to do this. First of all, I know she can make it on her own. I also recognize that she is making choices that keep her lifestyle where it is. I know that if she wanted to live in a higher income bracket, she is perfectly capable of getting herself there.Well, just as I’d decided this, she asked for financial help for the down payment on a house. I fully support home ownership for her and know she can handle it, r...

Harriette Cole: Should I tell my family what’s behind my unsettling behavior?

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:01:16 GMT

DEAR HARRIETTE: I have been struggling with nicotine addiction for a long time. I recently moved back in with my family and thought that now would be an excellent opportunity to quit, as I know they would not approve of my habit anyway.However, I am really struggling with my withdrawal symptoms, and they have begun to question me on some of my behaviors that they don’t understand.I’m scared to tell them what’s really going on with me. What should I do?RecoveringDEAR RECOVERING: The best thing you can do is admit to your family what you are dealing with and ask them for help.Nicotine addiction is real, and as you are experiencing, extremely difficult to break. Making your parents allies in your struggle can be beneficial to you. It is too hard to try to hide it from them as you are experiencing withdrawal.Related ArticlesAdvice | Harriette Cole: My friend didn’t know her crush is my ex, and things got awkward Advice | Harriette Cole:...

Reports: Dozens feared dead at migrant facility in Mexico

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:01:16 GMT

MEXICO CITY (AP) — Local media reports in Mexico say a fire killed dozens of people at a migrant facility in Cuidad Juarez near the U.S. border.Source