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NFL Announces Punishment for Cardinals Tight End in Win Over Cowboys

The Arizona Cardinals put an end to their five-game losing streak in Week 9 with a decisive 27-17 victory over the Dallas Cowboys on Monday Night Football. Following this important win, the Cardinals have officially committed to Jacoby Brissett as their starting quarterback moving forward, placing Kyler Murray on injured reserve due to a foot injury.

With a clearer path set on offense, the team appears to be heading in the right direction after this confidence-boosting victory. However, not everything from the game was positive. Tight end Josiah Deguara was penalized by the NFL for an on-field infraction during the Cardinals’ recent win over the Cowboys.

### Josiah Deguara Fined by the NFL

The 2025 season has been a rollercoaster for the Cardinals. After starting strong with two consecutive wins, the team suffered five straight losses, compounded by Murray’s foot injury. Although the Week 9 win against Dallas is a promising sign, Arizona’s playoff chances remain uncertain.

The decision to move forward with Brissett as the starting quarterback is practical for the time being. Murray is still recovering, and Brissett has demonstrated improved performance during his time on the field compared to the former No. 1 overall pick. This development raises significant questions about Murray’s future with the team—issues that the Cardinals will need to address down the line.

For now, the focus is on securing as many wins as possible, and the team did well to get back in the win column in Week 9. Unfortunately for Deguara, not all aspects of the game were positive. The veteran tight end was fined $6,500 by the league for a low block committed during the contest.

“Arizona Cardinals TE Josiah Deguara was fined $6,500 for this low block last week,” Donnie Druin of Sports Illustrated noted in a post on X.

### Cardinals Looking to Continue Winning Ways in Week 10

Although the video clip of Deguara’s low block appeared to show a relatively harmless play, the NFL continues to prioritize player safety. The league is actively working to eliminate dangerous blocks, such as low blocks, to protect players and keep them on the field.

As the Cardinals prepare for Week 10, maintaining their momentum and keeping key players healthy will be critical. The team will hope to build on the positive steps made in Week 9 and continue their push toward a successful season.
https://heavy.com/sports/nfl/arizona-cardinals/josiah-deguara-fine-punishment-low-block/

What insiders are predicting for the Red Sox in free agency this offseason

Boston is predicted to be in the mix for several of the top free agents this MLB offseason. Although free agency is officially underway, it might still be some time before the biggest names sign new contracts. The winter meetings won’t take place until December 7, which is typically when many top free agents begin to find new homes.

With plenty of time until then, numerous insiders and outlets have released their predictions for MLB free agency recently. Most seem to agree that the Red Sox will be among the more active teams this offseason.

### Boston’s Payroll Situation

Boston is in a strong position to spend this offseason. According to Red Sox Payroll, the team currently has roughly $219 million committed for next season. This places them about $25 million below the first luxury tax threshold and approximately $45 million under the second. This financial flexibility should allow the Red Sox to pursue key free agents.

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## Top Free Agent Targets and Predictions for the Red Sox

### Alex Bregman, 3B, Red Sox

**What they’re predicting:**
The Red Sox appear to be the favorite to re-sign Bregman, though not by a large margin. In an MLB.com survey of 46 voters, 43% believe Bregman will stay with Boston. Sports Illustrated also predicts Bregman will re-sign with the Red Sox. ESPN’s David Schoenfield and The Athletic list Boston among the best fits for him, though MLB Trade Rumors writers do not expect him to remain in Boston.

**Contract projections:**
– Six years, $171 million (The Athletic)
– Six years, $160 million (MLB Trade Rumors)

**What to know about Bregman:**
Bregman was arguably the Red Sox’s best hitter last season, posting a .273 batting average with an .821 OPS, 18 home runs, and 62 RBIs over 114 games. However, he struggled late in the season, hitting just .187 with a .581 OPS in the final 27 games due to a quad injury earlier in the year.

Last offseason, Bregman signed a three-year, $120 million deal with Boston after a slow free agency period. This year, teams like the Tigers, Cubs, and Astros have expressed interest. He officially opted out of his contract in November.

Ideally, the Red Sox would re-sign Bregman, but there are alternative options in free agency and within the system — including promising prospect Marcelo Mayer, who filled in for Bregman during his injury.

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### Kyle Schwarber, DH/OF, Phillies

**What they’re predicting:**
Boston is among the favorites to sign Schwarber, though they are not the strong favorite. Thirteen percent of MLB.com voters see Schwarber joining the Red Sox, second only to the Phillies. The Athletic lists Boston among the three best fits for him, alongside the Phillies and Reds. MLB Trade Rumors writers, however, do not predict the Red Sox will sign Schwarber.

**Contract projections:**
– Five years, $145 million (The Athletic)
– Five years, $135 million (MLB Trade Rumors)

**What to know about Schwarber:**
Schwarber, turning 33 in March, was one of the top sluggers in baseball last season. He led the National League with 56 home runs and 132 RBIs, while hitting .240 with a .928 OPS. Power was a missing element for the Red Sox offense in 2025, as they ranked just 15th in home runs.

Signing Schwarber would provide Boston with a stable, everyday designated hitter and a much-needed power bat following the trade of Rafael Devers.

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### Pete Alonso, 1B, Mets

**What they’re predicting:**
Alonso is also among the free-agent hitters the Red Sox might sign, though they are not the top favorite. Twenty-two percent of MLB.com voters see Alonso joining Boston, second only to the Mets. Two of four MLB Trade Rumors writers predict Alonso will sign with Boston. The Athletic lists the Red Sox among the three best fits for him (with the Mets and Phillies).

**Contract projections:**
– Five years, $140 million (The Athletic)
– Four years, $110 million (MLB Trade Rumors)

**What to know about Alonso:**
Like Schwarber, Alonso is a power hitter but bats right-handed. He has hit at least 30 home runs in every full season (except the COVID-shortened 2020). Last season, Alonso batted .272 with a .871 OPS, leading the NL in doubles (41) and posting 38 home runs and 126 RBIs.

Signing Alonso could address two needs for Boston: adding right-handed power and filling the first base position. With Triston Casas rehabbing from a torn patellar tendon, the team has yet to name a confirmed starting first baseman for 2026. Additionally, Alonso’s durability is a plus, missing just nine games across the last four seasons.

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### Munetaka Murakami, 3B, Japan

**What they’re predicting:**
Only a few MLB.com voters think Murakami will sign with Boston, and one of four MLB Trade Rumors writers predicts the same. The Athletic lists the Red Sox as one of Murakami’s best fits alongside the Cubs and Blue Jays.

**Contract projections:**
– Eight years, $158.5 million (The Athletic)
– Eight years, $160 million (MLB Trade Rumors)

**What to know about Murakami:**
The 25-year-old third baseman, dubbed the “Japanese Babe Ruth” for his power, was officially posted on Friday and has a 45-day window to sign with an MLB team. Murakami set the NPB single-season home run record with 56 in 2022 and has consistently hit 30+ home runs in full seasons.

Last year, he hit 22 home runs with a .273 average and 1.042 OPS in just 56 games. However, he has struggled with strikeouts and hitting fastballs over 93 mph. Murakami could be an option at third base if Boston loses Bregman, though some see him as a better fit at first base.

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### Dylan Cease, RHP, Padres

**What they’re predicting:**
A few MLB.com voters believe Cease will sign with Boston. Additionally, two of four MLB Trade Rumors writers foresee Cease joining the Red Sox.

**Contract projections:**
– Six years, $174 million (The Athletic)
– Six years, $189 million (MLB Trade Rumors)

**What to know about Cease:**
Cease, who turns 30 in December, is arguably the top pitcher available this offseason. Despite an 8-12 record and 4.55 ERA last season, he recorded 215 strikeouts over 168 innings in 32 starts. He finished in the top four of Cy Young award voting in three of the past four seasons with the White Sox.

Cease would bolster the Red Sox rotation and likely replace outgoing free agent Lucas Giolito.

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### Framber Valdez, LHP, Astros

**What they’re predicting:**
Some MLB.com voters predict Valdez will sign with Boston. The Athletic lists the Red Sox among Valdez’s three best fits, alongside the Orioles and Blue Jays.

**Contract projections:**
– Seven years, $196 million (The Athletic)
– Five years, $150 million (MLB Trade Rumors)

**What to know about Valdez:**
Valdez, who will turn 32 this November, posted a 13-11 record with a 3.66 ERA, 1.245 WHIP, and 187 strikeouts over 192 innings in 31 starts last season. Although his 2025 numbers could be described as a slight dip, he was a consistent top-10 AL Cy Young candidate in the three previous seasons.

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### Eugenio Suarez, 3B, Mariners

**What they’re predicting:**
A few MLB.com voters think Suarez will join Boston, and one MLB Trade Rumors writer predicts the same.

**Contract projections:**
– Three years, $69 million (The Athletic)
– Three years, $60 million (MLB Trade Rumors)

**What to know about Suarez:**
The 34-year-old slugger hit 49 home runs combined between the Diamondbacks and Mariners last season. However, his performance declined after the trade, hitting just .189 in Seattle. His batting average has also trended downward since 2020.

Boston was reportedly interested in Suarez before he was traded to Seattle and considered moving him to first base, making him a potential option regardless of the Bregman situation.

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## Other Notable Free Agent Predictions Involving the Red Sox

The Athletic lists Boston as a best fit for right-handed pitcher Michael King (Padres) and left-handed pitcher Ranger Suarez (Phillies).

– **Michael King, RHP:** Age 30, two seasons with sub-3.50 ERA as a starter, projected $75-$80 million total contract.
– **Ranger Suarez, LHP:** Went 12-8 with a 3.20 ERA last season, projected six-year, $153 million deal.

Additionally, several MLB.com voters predict the Red Sox could sign:

– **J.T. Realmuto, C (Phillies):** Turning 35 in March, hit .257 with 12 homers in 134 games last season. Projected to sign a contract worth about $15 million per year.
– **Luis Arraez, Infielder (Padres):** One of baseball’s best hitters for average recently, hitting .292 in 2025. Projected to sign a two-year deal worth $24-$30 million.

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With a strong payroll position and multiple roster needs, the Red Sox are shaping up to be a major player in this winter’s free agent market. Fans can expect a busy offseason as Boston looks to bolster its lineup and pitching staff ahead of the 2026 campaign.
https://www.boston.com/sports/boston-red-sox/2025/11/08/red-sox-mlb-free-agency-predictions-rumors/

Bucks’ Kevin Porter Jr. to undergo knee surgery amid ankle rehab

The Milwaukee Bucks have taken a hit to their backcourt depth. The team announced on X that Kevin Porter Jr. suffered a right knee meniscus injury during on-court return-to-play work. As a result, he will undergo a minor orthopedic procedure expected to sideline him for about four weeks.

This update comes while Porter is still rehabbing from a left ankle sprain he sustained in the season opener. According to Sports Illustrated, the Bucks anticipate a roughly monthlong recovery following the procedure.

Porter had been trending toward a return from the ankle injury that kept him out of the October 22 win over the Washington Wizards. In that game, he scored 10 points with two assists in nine minutes before exiting, as noted in the ESPN Box Score.
https://clutchpoints.com/nba/milwaukee-bucks/bucks-news-kevin-porter-jr-knee-surgery-ankle-rehab

Dylan Harper Gets Pressed by Victor Wembanyama and Stephon Castle for One Specific Off-Court Reason

The San Antonio Spurs already have an impressive track record with the last two NBA Rookie of the Year winners on their roster. Now, with rookie Dylan Harper joining the team, it wouldn’t be surprising if they made it three in a row. However, while the Rutgers product has shown remarkable talent, he hasn’t necessarily been the tidiest—at least according to teammates Victor Wembanyama and Stephon Castle.

In a now-viral interview posted on the Spurs’ social media pages, both Wembanyama and Castle agreed that Harper had the messiest locker room. Wembanyama said, “It’s gotta be Dylan. He’s only been here for a few months, but it’s full of boxes and stuff.” Castle chimed in, “One of the youngins. We’ll say Dylan, then.”

Harper, however, playfully redirected the blame to fellow rookie Carter Bryant, replying, “Messiest locker? Carter.”

Despite the locker room banter, it’s clear that the veterans will continue to keep Harper on his toes and encourage him to keep his space organized. Then again, that won’t matter much as long as he continues to perform and impress on the court as he has so far.

### Dylan Harper Is Ahead of Schedule for the Spurs

Harper has only appeared in four games so far, but his impact off the bench has already become well-known. He is averaging 14.8 points, 5.3 rebounds, 4.8 assists, and one steal per game while playing about 26 minutes a night and shooting nearly 48 percent from the field.

In a recent interview with Matt Guzman of Sports Illustrated, Harper credited his teammates and the coaching staff for helping shape his game.

“We’ve done a good job just watching film,” Harper said. “They’re sitting me down, telling me what I need to correct… it’s just basketball at this point.”

Harper possesses all the natural traits to become one of the best players in the league. Beyond his ability to attack the basket aggressively, his basketball IQ and defensive recognition have been even more impressive.

“I’m just taking what the defense gives me,” Harper explained. “Having that IQ, knowing not to rush anything, letting the game come to me.”

As the son of a former NBA champion, Harper has been surrounded by the game his entire life, and it clearly shows in how well he reads the court—much better than the average rookie.

The Spurs have started the season a perfect 4-0 and have looked like strong contenders, even with De’Aaron Fox sidelined. With Harper playing at this level, it might be tough for the Spurs to keep him off the court once Fox returns to the lineup.
https://www.sportskeeda.com/basketball/news-dylan-harper-gets-pressed-victor-wembanyama-stephon-castle-one-specific-off-court-reason

John Rocker blasts Big Apple again with Zohran Mamdani favored to win mayoral election: ‘F–k New York’

New York City’s mayoral election seems to have only reinforced John Rocker’s negative feelings about the Big Apple. The former Braves relief pitcher took to X on Tuesday to voice his opinion on the state of the race, in which democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani is favored to win.

Rocker, who made headlines with his incendiary comments about New York during a Sports Illustrated interview in 1999, once again expressed his dislike of the city.

“25 years ago I criticized New York for its rapid decline into a third world country,” Rocker began his post. “I was forced to undergo psychological counseling, as if I were the crazy one. 25 years later, the city is voting in a Muslim socialist for mayor. F-K NEW YORK.”

During his 1999 interview with journalist Jeff Pearlman, Rocker didn’t hold back his disdain for New York and its residents. He bashed New York and Mets fans and openly expressed his discomfort with “foreigners.”

“I’d retire first. It’s the most hectic, nerve-wracking city,” Rocker said when asked if he’d ever play in New York. “Imagine having to take the 7 Train to the ballpark looking like you’re riding through Beirut next to some kid with purple hair, next to some queer with AIDS, right next to some dude who just got out of jail for the fourth time, right next to some 20-year-old mom with four kids. It’s depressing.”

He continued: “The biggest thing I don’t like about New York are the foreigners. You can walk an entire block in Times Square and not hear anybody speaking English. Asians and Koreans and Vietnamese and Indians and Russians and Spanish people and everything up there. How the hell did they get in this country?”

Following widespread backlash to the article, Rocker publicly apologized and was mandated by MLB to undergo psychiatric counseling before being suspended for 28 games—a ban that was later reduced by half.

When the Braves came to New York for the first time during the 2000 season, hundreds of NYPD officers provided extra security at a packed Shea Stadium. Many angry fans were ready to voice their displeasure toward Rocker.

In June of this year, Rocker recalled that game on social media, sharing a message similar to his recent post about the election.

“25 years ago today I pitched at Shea Stadium for the first time since the Sports Illustrated article released,” he wrote on X. “More than 700 NYPD were on site. Police escorted one person out of the stadium for throwing a beer bottle at me. We ended up winning that game. F-K NEW YORK.”
https://nypost.com/2025/10/28/sports/john-rocker-blasts-nyc-again-with-zohran-mamdani-favored-to-win-mayoral-election/

WATCH: This short Irish film features the best parts of old Ireland

**“Songs of the Emerald Isle” (1955) – A Charming Irish Travelogue Now Streaming Free**

The 1955 Irish travelogue short film, *Songs of the Emerald Isle*, is available to watch for free on the Irish Film Institute’s IFIPlayer. This delightful film presents five much-loved Irish airs and ballads set against the stunning backdrop of Ireland’s landscapes.

Featuring notable performances, Bing Crosby sings “How Can You Buy Killarney?” (from his *St Patrick’s Day Parade* album), John Feeney performs “The Connemara Shore,” and Connie Foley delivers a heartfelt rendition of “Lovely Leitrim.” These moving songs of yearning and nostalgia blend beautifully with visuals depicting Irish Travellers, fishermen, foresters, and farmers, alongside ancient monuments, rich farmlands, seascapes, and the iconic River Shannon.

In one memorable scene from County Cavan, the Power Dancers and Ulster champion Marie McCluskey perform lively jigs and reels in a schoolyard, accompanied by an accordion player, capturing the spirit of traditional Irish dance and music.

The film’s locations include Oughterard and Ashford Castle in County Mayo; Fenagh Abbey in County Leitrim; County Galway; Cavan; the River Shannon; and the rugged western coast.

This digital copy was created from the sole surviving print of the film preserved in the IFI Irish Film Archive collection. The original 16mm print, clearly well-loved and frequently screened, shows signs of wear and tear, including occasional slight picture jumps and audio gaps. The IFI hopes these minor imperfections will not affect your enjoyment of this charming glimpse into mid-20th-century Irish life.

The video below is published with the support of the Irish Film Institute (IFI), in partnership with IrishCentral, bringing you a taste of the remarkable archival treasures held by the IFI. You can explore all IrishCentral articles and videos from the IFI [here](#).

For more historic Irish footage, visit the [IFI Player](https://ifiplayer.ie/), the Irish Film Institute’s virtual viewing room that provides free, instant access worldwide to Irish heritage preserved in the IFI Irish Film Archive. Discover Ireland’s culture from the last century through documentaries, animation, adverts, amateur footage, feature films, and much more.

You can also download the IFI Player apps for free on iPhone, Android, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, and Roku to enjoy this unique content anytime, anywhere.

*Originally published in 2021 and updated in 2025.*
https://www.irishcentral.com/roots/history/irish-film-old-ireland