#roster-changes

#roster-changes

The Angels announced a series of moves before Sunday's matchup against the Royals, the most notable of which was designating closer Jordan Romano for assignment.

The Celtics were coming off a season that ended with a six-game loss to the Knicks in the second round, a series in which they lost so much more.

Gabriela Jaquez paced UCLA in scoring during the club's NCAA title game last Sunday, a 79-51 decimation of the South Carolina Gamecocks. She logged a 21-point, 10-rebound double-double, while also dishing out five dimes (against one turnover) and a steal.

He's looked good when he's been in there. I've really liked the looseness to his swing. I think the baserunning and defense is something that, I don't want to say I undervalued it, but it's been a pleasant surprise to me that he's a well-rounded player.

The Washington Capitals have officially returned to the ice at MedStar Capitals Iceplex, practicing for three straight days this week. At Wednesday's skate, the first full mandatory practice, head coach Spencer Carbery put his players through line rushes, giving a glimpse at how the Capitals could line up in their return game next week. The Capitals host the Philadelphia Flyers at Capital One Arena on February 25, their first of three games in four nights.

Giddey has been in the midst of his best season as a pro, averaging 18.6 points while slashing .462/.366/.775, along with 8.8 assists, 8.6 rebounds, and 0.9 steals in 34 healthy bouts (31 starts). His health probably stopped him from having at least a chance at cracking the Eastern Conference coaches' reserves list for this year's surprisingly watchable All-Star Game.

Probably not. They've got stars all over the damn place, and to judge from years of vitriol you have to assume that by jettisoning Nick Castellanos the Phillies have banked another 20 wins, easily. The loss of Ranger Suárez stings, I'm sure, but the Phillies still go at least six deep in trustworthy starting pitchers. Barring several disasters, the Phillies will contend for the crown of the punishing NL East.