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Warriors' Steph Curry admits he has eye on NBA's top-10 all-time scoring list

Warriors' Steph Curry admits he has eye on NBA's top-10 all-time scoring list originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area

Steph Curry isn’t one to chase records, but he’d be lying if he said one in particular wasn’t in the back of his mind as he approaches Year 17 in the NBA.

Curry continues to creep up the NBA’s all-time scoring list, passing Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer Jerry West in April for the 24th spot. Of the 23 players in front of him, only four — LeBron James (No. 1), Kevin Durant (No. 8), James Harden (No. 11) and Russell Westbrook (No. 20) — currently are active.

The Warriors superstar admitted reaching the top-10 is something he has his eye on — and something not far out of reach.

“I wouldn’t say I don’t care. I do the math every once in a while,” Curry told Complex’s Speedy Mormon in a recent interview. “Every time you catch somebody and they do the thing in the arenas like, ‘Oh, congratulations, you passed Jerry West,’ which was a special one for me, that’s when you’re like, oh, how far can I go? So I do the math. If I average 20-something [points], two and a half seasons, I’m playing 70 games, I do that math all the time just to get in your head how long do you have to play and to what level to catch the top of that list?

“But after I do that, I don’t think about it again until the next time it happens. So it’s just a fun way to keep yourself in the moment and give yourself, for a hot second, something to look forward to. But that’s not why I’ll keep going. It’s more that I want to get to a level where we’re competing and playing for championships.”

Curry currently boasts 25,386 points to his name, which is 2,903 points away from the No. 10 spot, currently occupied by Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame forward Carmelo Anthony (28,289).

He is 819 points away from the No. 20 spot and 1,324 points away from the No. 15 spot.

Never say never when it comes to Curry.

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SEE IT: Yankees to wear retro caps for Hall of Fame weekend

Major League Baseball is planning a special weekend for the 2025 Hall of Fame ceremony, which includes all 30 teams wearing retro-style caps.

From July 25-27, each team will wear these new hats, and the Yankeeshave their own retro version of the classic NY emblem, which you can see below.

The caps are designed by New Era and will feature a retro or retro-inspired logo with a vintage look and feel. The caps will also have a commemorative Hall of Fame patch stitched to the right side of the hats.

Sportslogos.net had an opportunity to speak with a New Era rep about each team's hat concept and here's what they had to say about the Yankees' retro cap:

"A midnight navy blue cap with a version of the interlocked Yankees’ 'NY' logo that more closely resembles the style worn during the early 1910s and ’20s."

It should be noted that the jerseys will remain the same for all the teams, the caps will be the only change this weekend. The hat can be purchased on the official MLB shop and comes in a fitted and adjustable style.

The 2025 Baseball Hall of Fame ceremony will take place on Sunday, July 27, in Cooperstown. The inductees include former Yankees starter CC Sabathia, Ichiro Suzuki and Billy Wagner.

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SEE IT: Mets to wear retro caps for Hall of Fame weekend

Major League Baseball is planning a special weekend for the 2025 Hall of Fame ceremony, which includes all 30 teams wearing retro-style caps.

From July 25-27, each team will wear these new hats, and the Mets have their own retro version of the iconic blue and orange cap, which you can see below.

The caps are designed by New Era and will feature a retro or retro-inspired logo with a vintage look and feel. The caps will also have a commemorative Hall of Fame patch stitched to the right side of the hats.

Sportslogos.net had an opportunity to speak with a New Era rep about each team's hat concept and here's what they had to say about the Mets' retro cap:

"Nearly identical to their usual cap, but with a wider 'NY' and a blue button, this version was worn from 1962 to 1992, spanning both Mets championships."

It should be noted that the jerseys will remain the same for all the teams, the caps will be the only change this weekend.

The 2025 Baseball Hall of Fame ceremony will take place on Sunday, July 27, in Cooperstown. The inductees include CC Sabathia, Ichiro Suzuki and former Mets reliever Billy Wagner.

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Mariners acquire Josh Naylor from the Diamondbacks for 2 pitchers as trade deadline deals begin

PHOENIX (AP) The Seattle Mariners acquired first baseman Josh Naylor from the Arizona Diamondbacks on Thursday as the franchise tries to beef up its lineup ahead of the July 31 trade deadline.

The 28-year-old Naylor is hitting .292 with 11 homers and 59 RBIs this season, which was his first with the D-backs. He was acquired from the Cleveland Guardians in a trade during the offseason.

Naylor hit a winning grand slam against the Mariners in June.

“We are thrilled to add Josh as we make a push for the postseason,” Seattle general manager Justin Hollander said in a statement. “Josh’s ability to hit for both average and power is unique and we are excited to not face him anymore.”

The D-backs acquired left-hander Brandyn Garcia, who has two appearances for the Mariners this season, and minor-league lefty Ashton Izzi.

The Mariners currently have a 54-48 record, which is good for second place in the AL West. They are in the second wild-card position.

The D-backs - who have a disappointing 50-53 record - are expected to continue dealing players ahead of next week's trade deadline. Third baseman Eugenio Suarez and pitchers Merrill Kelly and Zac Gallen are among the players with expiring contracts who could be on the move.

Naylor was an All-Star last season with a career-high 31 homers and 108 RBIs for the Guardians.

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Venus Williams, 45, falls short in bid for first win streak since 2019

  • Venus Williams loses to Magdalena Frech in DC

  • Williams, 45, was chasing first streak since 2019

  • Raducanu beats Osaka; Fernandez ousts Pegula

Venus Williams’ bid for her first winning streak since 2019 ended with a 6-2, 6-2 loss to 24th-ranked Magdalena Frech at the DC Open on Thursday night.

Williams is 45, and her victory in the first round Tuesday night against 35th-ranked Peyton Stearns made the seven-time grand slam singles champion the oldest woman to win a tour-level singles match since Martina Navratilova was 47 in 2004.

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Kitchener Rangers Replace Goaltender Of The Year With San Jose Sharks Prospect

The Kitchener Rangers might have discovered their new goaltender to step in for the reigning Goaltender of the Year, Jackson Parsons.

On Thursday, the Rangers organization announced that they have signed Swiss netminder Christian Kirsch to an OHL Standard Player Agreement. 

The 6-foot-4, 201-pound netminder was drafted in the fourth round (116th overall) in the 2024 NHL Draft by the San Jose Sharks. The Sharks are still in their rebuild and on the search for a goaltender they feel will be their starter for years to come. Is Kirsch the answer?

The Basel, Switzerland native was picked in the first round (44th overall) by Kitchener in the 2025 CHL Import Draft. Ottawa 67’s forward Kimi Korbler was the only Swiss forward in the OHL last season, and he is expected to return home to play for the EHC Kloten organization. 

Kitchener Rangers Announce Roster Changes For The 2025-26 Season, Two NHL Prospects Set To ReturnKitchener Rangers Announce Roster Changes For The 2025-26 Season, Two NHL Prospects Set To ReturnThe Kitchener Rangers announced updates to their roster regarding five of their players for the upcoming 2025-26 season. 

Kirsch recorded an 8-15-0 record with a 3.16 goals-against-average and a .912 save percentage for the Janesville Jets of the NAHL during the 2024-25 season. He also played three games in the USHL for the Green Bay Gamblers, but struggled in his appearances in the crease, posting a 5.09 goals-against-average and a .842 save percentage. 

The Gamblers traded Kirsch to the Chicago Steel in exchange for a Phase 2 seventh-round draft pick, and he was recently at their development camp. However, Rangers GM Mike McKenzie mentioned after drafting him earlier this month that Kirsch sounded very keen and excited to join Kitchener and play in the OHL next season. 

The Rangers roll into the 2025-26 season now with a one-two punch in the net with the Sharks prospect Kirsch and 2026 NHL draft-eligible Jason Schaubel. 

North Bay Battalion Sign Russian Import First-Round Pick North Bay Battalion Sign Russian Import First-Round Pick The import signings in the OHL continue, with another first-round pick from the 2025 CHL Import Draft committing. After the Niagara IceDogs were able to sign all three of their draft picks, the North Bay Battalion have joined in on the action. 

Although the 2008-born Schaubel didn’t perform poorly as the backup to Parsons last season, asking the kid to take on the role of a starter would’ve been a task, potentially setting him up for failure in a pivotal season of his career. 

Kirsch represented his country at the 2025 IIHF U20 World Junior Championship, recording a 3.52 goals-against-average and a .878 save percentage. He stopped 11-of-12 against Kazakhstan in Switzerland’s only win of the tournament, a victory that saved them from the relegation game. 

Kirsch becomes the eighth NHL-affiliated prospect on the Rangers’ roster for the 2025-26 season. There will be many NHL scouts watching Kitchener this season, tracking their players' development. 

(Top photo credit: Natalie Shaver/OHL Images)

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Prudential Center, Home of the Devils, Wins Stanley Award for Venue Innovation

At the NHL’s 2025 Club Business Meetings, the Prudential Center and the New Jersey Devils were awarded the Stanley Award for Best Venue Business Initiative.

The Stanley Award recognizes the club and arena that have most significantly enhanced the fan experience through innovations in premium offerings, food and beverage, guest services, or mixed-use developments. This marks the third time the Devils and their home arena have earned this honor.

This year, the Devils were recognized for two standout initiatives: Eastback Kitchen and the Pier Club, both of which elevated the game-day experience in unique and meaningful ways.

Eastback Kitchen 

First, the Eastback Kitchen is a culinary and white label hospitality brand. It offers fans 20 signature offerings that range from a Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Sandwich to Funnel Cake Fries. 

Not only does the Eastback Kitchen offer good food, they also strive to do good in the community. 

They partner with companies like Greens Do Good and Popcorn for the People. Greens Do Good works with the neurodivergent community while Popcorn for the People works with those on the autism spectrum. 

“Like me, so many chefs on our culinary team grew up cooking across Jersey, and we’re incredibly passionate about making sure the arena reflects the dishes fans know and love,” said Aron Zaks, Executive Chef of Eastback Kitchen, told the Prudential Center. “We spent the offseason out in the community, eating and taking notes to create our own recipes made fresh at the arena. From diner classics to favorite local restaurants and purveyors, we’re showcasing Jersey in every area fans experience hospitality at Prudential Center.”

The Pier Club

The second initiative that helped them win the honor was the Pier Club. The club is a space in the Prudential for fans to hang out. They have the option to watch whatever game is going on in the arena, a private bar, access to the Eastback Kitchen, and more. This initiative pushed the Prudential Center above others when the NHL met to determine who would be awarded this season. 

“As a Top 5 venue worldwide, Prudential Center prides itself on the continuous rollout of renovations to ensure that guests are offered the best experience possible,” said Stephen Rosebrook, Executive Vice President and General Manager of Prudential Center told the Prudential Center.

Other NHL Business Award Winners

While the Devils and the Prudential Center stood out for venue innovation, several other teams were honored across a range of categories during Tuesday night’s ceremony in Boston:

  • Anaheim Ducks – Best Marketing Campaign
  • Washington Capitals – Best Social Impact & Growth Initiatives
  • Boston Bruins – Best Sponsorship Activation
  • Philadelphia Flyers – Social Media Club of the Year
  • Calgary Flames – Best Ticketing Initiative (First-time winner)
  • Vegas Golden Knights – Game Presentation of the Year (Third win)
  • New York Islanders – Venue Business Initiative for The Park at UBS Arena (First Stanley Award)
  • Dallas Stars – Best in Strategy, Analytics & Innovation

The recognition for the Prudential Center highlights the Devils’ continued commitment to enhancing the fan experience both on and off the ice.

Photo Credit: © Kevin R. Wexler/NorthJersey.com-Imagn Images

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Mets pitching prospects Jonah Tong, Nolan McLean deliver dominant outings for Binghamton, Syracuse

The Mets' duo of pitching prospects shone on Thursday evening as Nolan McLean and Jonah Tongprovided their respective teams with strong starts in the minors.

At Double-A Binghamton, Tong pitched five innings (79 pitches/53 strikes), allowing one run on three hits, no walks and striking out six batters. It's the ninth consecutive start where Tong went at least five innings.

Tong's lone run allowed came early in the game. In the first inning, Aidan Miller of the Fightin Phils picked up a leadoff single off of Tong before stealing second and advancing to third base on a throwing error by catcher Kevin Parada. Tong bounced back to strike out the next batter, but a Hendry Mendez groundout allowed Miller to score from third base. After a two-out single by Paul McIntosh, the first inning was done and the Fightin Phils would get just one more baserunner off of Tong the rest of the game.

Tong punctuated his night by striking out the side in the fifth inning.

Despite his performance on Thursday, Tong's ERA actually went up a tick to 1.72, but he still remains one of the best pitchers in Double-A.

With Triple-A Syracuse, McLean helped the team win their fourth straight game on Thursday.

The right-hander pitched a career-high 7.1 innings (85 pitches/55 strikes), allowing two runs on four hits, no walks and striking out six batters. McLean is now 4-4 in 13 games (10 starts) with Triple-A, pitching to a 3.01 ERA and a 1.13 WHIP.

Similar to Tong down in Double-A, the opponent got all their runs in one inning off of McLean. In the second, Cavan Biggio doubled off of McLean to lead off the inning. Peyton Wilson drove in Biggio with a two-out double. Nick Pratto followed with a single to drive in Wilson to give Omaha the early 2-0 lead.

But that's all Omaha would get off of McLean, who would allow just one more hit the rest of the game.

On the Syracuse offensive side, prospect Drew Gilbert went 0-for-4, but veteran Joey Meneses hit a three-run bomb off of former Cy Young winner Dallas Keuchel to give Syracuse the lead for good and help McLean pick up his fourth win.