newyorkpost--2020-10-03--Joe Montana soaks up the sun with granddaughter days after kidnapping attempt

Click to email this to a friend ( Opens in new window ) For her famous football-throwin ’ grandpa , she was a sight for sore eyes .
NFL Hall of Famer Joe Montana brought his 9-month-old granddaughter along to the beach with the grown-ups in the family — a dose of R & R after the two faced down an alleged kidnapper just a few days before , the Daily Mail reported .
The legendary ex-quarterback grabbed back the baby girl after a well-dressed woman tried to abduct her from the Montana home in Malibu .
But the harrowing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a million miles away for the Montanas as they soaked up the sun and frolicked in the Pacific .
Montana , 64 , watched from the sidelines , lounging in a beach chair just outside the shade of a big blue-and-white umbrella .
Wife Jennifer — in a black bikini and gold mirrored sunglasses — and their daughter stood near the water with the baby at their feet .
The daughter looks like she takes after her hot 62-year-old mom — tall , toned and tan in a coral floral-patterned string bikini .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ other of the Montanas ’ four kids — another daughter and a son .
They both had companions .
Wearing only a diaper , the Montanas ’ granddaughter looked like she was having a grand , old time — the water lapping at her chubby legs , her hands grabbing sand .
Word is still out on who the cutie pie belongs to — Alexandra , 34 ; Elizabeth , 33 ; Nate , 31 ; or Nick , 28 .
The baby was sleeping when the woman , Sodsai Predpring Dalzell , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ up out of her playpen .
Montana calmed everyone down and his wife was able to take back their granddaughter .
Shortly after the encounter , Montana tweeted : “ Thank you to everyone who has reached out .
Scary situation , but thankful that everybody is doing well .
We appreciate respect for our privacy at this time.
” Dalzell ran away and was taken into custody .
She has pleaded not guilty to charges of attempted kidnapping and burglary .
If convicted , she faces up to eight years behind bars @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this has caused the family , friends and also fans of the Montana family , ” said her lawyer , Ayinde Jones .
“ So our heart goes out to them .
”

For her famous football-throwin’ grandpa, she was a sight for sore eyes.
NFL Hall of Famer Joe Montana brought his 9-month-old granddaughter along to the beach with the grown-ups in the family — a dose of R & R after the two faced down an alleged kidnapper just a few days before, the Daily Mail reported.
The legendary ex-quarterback grabbed back the baby girl after a well-dressed woman tried to abduct her from the Montana home in Malibu.
But the harrowing experience was a million years ago and a million miles away for the Montanas as they soaked up the sun and frolicked in the Pacific.
Montana, 64, watched from the sidelines, lounging in a beach chair just outside the shade of a big blue-and-white umbrella. Wife Jennifer — in a black bikini and gold mirrored sunglasses — and their daughter stood near the water with the baby at their feet.
The daughter looks like she takes after her hot 62-year-old mom — tall, toned and tan in a coral floral-patterned string bikini. Also there for the outing were two other of the Montanas’ four kids — another daughter and a son. They both had companions.
Wearing only a diaper, the Montanas’ granddaughter looked like she was having a grand, old time — the water lapping at her chubby legs, her hands grabbing sand.
Word is still out on who the cutie pie belongs to — Alexandra, 34; Elizabeth, 33; Nate, 31; or Nick, 28.
The baby was sleeping when the woman, Sodsai Predpring Dalzell, of Los Angeles, allegedly picked her up out of her playpen. Montana calmed everyone down and his wife was able to take back their granddaughter.
Shortly after the encounter, Montana tweeted: “Thank you to everyone who has reached out. Scary situation, but thankful that everybody is doing well. We appreciate respect for our privacy at this time.”
Dalzell ran away and was taken into custody. She has pleaded not guilty to charges of attempted kidnapping and burglary. If convicted, she faces up to eight years behind bars.
“She understands the harm that this has caused the family, friends and also fans of the Montana family,” said her lawyer, Ayinde Jones. “So our heart goes out to them.”


newyorkpost--2020-10-03--COVID-19 cases drop slightly in New York’s hot spots

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New York ’ s coronavirus hot spots cooled off a little with the percentage of positive tests dropping .
The average rate of positive tests in the 20 hot spot ZIP codes was 5.2 percent Friday , down from 6.4 percent a day earlier , Gov .
Cuomo ’ s office said Saturday .
The hotspots are in Brooklyn , Queens and in Orange and Rockland counties .
The percentage of positive tests in Borough Park dropped to 4 percent Friday from 8.2 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , they fell to 4.1 percent from 10.1 percent .
But positive results soared in upstate Monroe hitting 27.6 percent from 17.3 percent a day earlier .
The area includes the Hasidic enclave of Kiryas Joel .
The state logged 134,267 tests for the virus Friday , a record , with 1,731 positive results .
Six people died .
Cuomo Friday threatened to fine municipalities including New York City if coronavirus restrictions were not enforced .
The number of positive tests citywide was 1.4 percent Friday , the same as the day before @

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New York’s coronavirus hot spots cooled off a little with the percentage of positive tests dropping.
The average rate of positive tests in the 20 hot spot ZIP codes was 5.2 percent Friday, down from 6.4 percent a day earlier, Gov. Cuomo’s office said Saturday.
The hotspots are in Brooklyn, Queens and in Orange and Rockland counties.
The percentage of positive tests in Borough Park dropped to 4 percent Friday from 8.2 percent Thursday. In Kew Gardens Hills, they fell to 4.1 percent from 10.1 percent.
But positive results soared in upstate Monroe hitting 27.6 percent from 17.3 percent a day earlier. The area includes the Hasidic enclave of Kiryas Joel.
The state logged 134,267 tests for the virus Friday, a record, with 1,731 positive results. Six people died.
Cuomo Friday threatened to fine municipalities including New York City if coronavirus restrictions were not enforced.
The number of positive tests citywide was 1.4 percent Friday, the same as the day before.


newyorkpost--2020-10-04--Pope Francis says market capitalism has failed amid COVID-19 crisis

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ROME — Pope Francis says the coronavirus pandemic has proven that the “magic theories” of market capitalism have failed and that the world needs a new type of politics that promotes dialogue and solidarity and rejects war at all costs.
Francis on Sunday laid out his vision for a post-COVID world by uniting the core elements of his social teachings into a new encyclical, “Fratelli Tutti” (Brothers All), which was released on the feast day of his namesake, the peace-loving St. Francis of Assisi.
The document draws its inspiration from the teachings of St. Francis and the pope’s previous preaching on the injustices of the global economy and its destruction of the planet and pairs them with his call for greater human solidarity to address today’s problems.
In the encyclical, Francis rejected even the Catholic Church’s own doctrine justifying war as a means of legitimate defense, saying it had been too broadly applied over the centuries and was no longer viable.
“It is very difficult nowadays to invoke the rational criteria elaborated in earlier centuries to speak of the possibility of a ‘just war,’” Francis wrote in the most controversial new element of the encyclical.
Francis had started writing the encyclical, the third of his pontificate, before the coronavirus struck and upended everything from the global economy to everyday life. He said the pandemic, however, had confirmed his belief that current political and economic institutions must be reformed to address the legitimate needs of the people most harmed by the coronavirus
“Aside from the differing ways that various countries responded to the crisis, their inability to work together became quite evident,” Francis wrote. “Anyone who thinks that the only lesson to be learned was the need to improve what we were already doing, or to refine existing systems and regulations, is denying reality.”
He cited the grave loss of millions of jobs as a result of the virus as evidence of the need for politicians to listen to popular movements, unions and marginalized groups and to craft more just social and economic policies.
“The fragility of world systems in the face of the pandemic has demonstrated that not everything can be resolved by market freedom,” he wrote. “It is imperative to have a proactive economic policy directed at ‘promoting an economy that favors productive diversity and business creativity’ and makes it possible for jobs to be created, and not cut.”
He denounced populist politics that seek to demonize and isolate, and called for a “culture of encounter” that promotes dialogue, solidarity and a sincere effort at working for the common good.
As an outgrowth of that, Francis repeated his criticism of the “perverse” global economic system, which he said consistently keeps the poor on the margins while enriching the few. Francis rejected the concept of an absolute right to property for individuals, stressing instead the “social purpose” and common good that must come from sharing the Earth’s resources.
Francis once again rejected “trickle-down” economic theory as he did in the first major mission statement of his papacy, the 2013 Evangelii Gaudium, (The Joy of the Gospel), saying it simply doesn’t achieve what it claims.
“Neo-liberalism simply reproduces itself by resorting to magic theories of ‘spillover’ or ‘trickle’ — without using the name — as the only solution to societal problems,” he wrote. “There is little appreciation of the fact that the alleged ‘spillover’ does not resolve the inequality that gives rise to new forms of violence threatening the fabric of society.”
Much of the new encyclical repeats Francis’ well-known preaching about the need to welcome and value migrants and his rejection of the nationalistic, isolationist policies of many of today’s political leaders.
He dedicated an entire chapter to the parable of the Good Samaritan, saying its lesson of charity, kindness and looking out for strangers was “the basic decision we need to make in order to rebuild our wounded world.”
He enshrined in the encyclical his previous rejection of both the nuclear arms race and the death penalty, which he said was “inadmissible” in all cases.
“All Christians and people of good will are today called to work not only for the abolition of the death penalty, legal or illegal, in all its forms,” he said.
Francis’ call for greater “human fraternity,” particularly to promote peace, is derived from his 2019 joint appeal with the grand imam of Egypt’s Al-Azhar, the revered 1,000-year-old seat of Sunni Islam. Their “Human Fraternity” document established the relationship between Catholics and Muslims as brothers, with a common mission to promote peace.
The fact the he has now integrated that Catholic-Muslim document into an encyclical is significant, given Francis’ conservative critics had already blasted the “Human Fraternity” document as heretical, given it stated that God had willed the “pluralism and diversity of religions.”
Vatican encyclicals are the most authoritative form of papal teaching and they traditionally take their titles from the first two words of the document. In this case, “Fratelli Tutti” is a quote from the “Admonitions,” the guidelines penned by St. Francis in the 13th century.
The title of the encyclical had sparked controversy in the English-speaking world, with critics noting that a straight translation of the word “fratelli” (brothers) excludes women. The Vatican has insisted that the plural form of the word “fratelli” is gender-inclusive.
Francis’ decision to sign the document in Assisi, where he traveled on Saturday, and release it on the saint’s feast day is yet further evidence of the outsized influence St. Francis has had on the papacy of the Jesuit pope.
Francis is the first pope to name himself after the mendicant friar, who renounced a wealthy, dissolute lifestyle to embrace a life of poverty and service to the poor.


newyorkpost--2020-10-04--30 products on sale this weekend that you’ll actually want to buy

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This weekend, the New York Post store is flooded with products we love too much not to share. To help you navigate all these great deals, we rounded up 30 of our favorite sale items from every category. With savings up to 72% off and a wide variety to choose from, you’re bound to find your next must-have.
Soft Touch Diamond Infusion Flat Iron with Ceramic Plates, on sale for $36.99 (68% off)
This flat iron, which comes in seven vibrant colors, is equipped with infrared technology to seal in moisture and prevent damage.
High Definition Monocular Telescope, on sale for $47 (14% off)
This lightweight telescope delivers 50×60 magnification without sacrificing image quality.
ZX10 Wireless Bluetooth Headphones, on sale for $44.99 (62% off)
Stop worrying about your earbuds falling out with this lightweight, ergonomically designed pair that offers up to 6 hours of playtime.
Fusion FX Heated Percussion Massage Gun, on sale for $249.99
Rated 4.7/5-stars on Amazon, this gadget combines the power of heat and vibration to increase blood flow and reduce pain.
SOLUS⁺ Smart Infrared Heater, on sale for $344 (20% off)
Featured on Forbes, GadgetFlow, WIRED, GQ, and Uncrate, this app-integrated device heats up your home with 30% less energy than a traditional electric heater.
Toplaine IPL Hair Removal System, on sale for $99.99 (60% off)
Reduce hair growth in as little as three sessions with this at-home laser hair removal gadget that only takes a few minutes to use.
VeggieGrow Garden in a Bag, on sale for $17.99 (55% off)
Create your own mini garden with this 7-gallon, moisture-proof planter that is made of non-woven, double-layered fabric.
EchoSmile 4-6 Person Pop-Up Tent, on sale for $189.99 (16% off)
Crafted with water-resistant and windproof materials, this tent easily pops open into a ready-to-use form, so you can spend more time around the campfire and less time setting up.
Chrono Bundle: Functional Drink Powders, on sale for $44.99 (25% off)
This 10-day bundle of Biorhythm-matched nutrition powders is designed to fuel your body and your mind.
ShakeSphere 700ml Tumbler View (2-Pack), on sale for $44 (12% off)
Rated 4.3/5-stars on Amazon, this capsule-shaped tumbler is perfect for mixing your favorite energy drinks.
Hygiene Hand Lite Version, on sale for $11.99 (20% off)
Avoid touching doorknobs and elevator buttons with this brass tool that easily hooks onto your keychain.
Waver Mini Vibration Plate Exercise Machine, on sale for $149.99 (40% off)
Strengthen your core with this vibrating device that is rated a whopping 4.7/5-stars on Amazon.
Goat Story Real Leather 12oz Mug (Bundle of 2), on sale for $54.99 (8% off)
Successfully funded on Kickstarter, this to-go coffee mug features a unique shape and a set of two faux leather straps for easy carrying.
ShakeSphere 1.3L Hydration Jug (2-Pack), on sale for $30 (11% off)
Stay refreshed while you exercise with this 1.3L tumbler that is rated 4.2/5-stars on Amazon.
Pre-Order: The Book of Epiq People + Surprise Gift, on sale for $59 (21% off)
Get to know your friends and family on a deeper level with these thought-provoking questions that are bound to spark conversation.
Hygenius Multi-Surface 75% Alcohol Sanitizing Wipes, on sale for $19.99 (33% off)
Not only is this packaging oh-so-cute, but these vegan antiseptic wipes can kill 99.9% of viruses, germs, and bacteria on both skin and surfaces.
ShakeSphere 700ml Tumbler Original (2-Pack), on sale for $34 (15% off)
This Amazon’s Choice product, which is rated 4.5/5-stars, features a unique design that allows you to easily bring it with you anywhere.
Sharpin Digital Pinball Machine, on sale for $599 (25% off)
Experience the thrill of old-school pinball with this tabletop machine that has been featured in Forbes, Touch of Modern, The Awesomer, Wicked Gamer & Collector, and more!
Masksup Reusable Face Masks (2-Pack), on sale for $24.99 (26% off)
These reusable face masks come 15 different colors and patterns so you can show off your unique style.
Pivo Pod: Smart Interactive Pod, on sale for $109.99 (30% off)
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Rosephoria Beauty and the Beast Dome, on sale for $180 (18% off)
This enchanting piece of decor that is inspired by Beauty and the Beast makes the perfect gift for the Disney-fanatic in your life.
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Rated 4.4/5-stars on Amazon, this tool features 4 vibration levels so you can adjust your massage experience to fit your needs.
Moovy Bag with Portable Power Station, on sale for $199.99 (49% off)
This innovative bag is equipped with a 22,000mAh battery so that you can power up all your favorite devices while on the go.
Star Galaxy Night Light Projector, on sale for $69.99 (69% off)
Enjoy the beauty of the outdoors from the comfort of your home with this night-light projector that offers 4 modes and 8 colors.
Whisper Lite Bottle Humidifier, on sale for $54.99 (72% off)
This ultra-quiet humidifier doubles as an essential oil diffuser when you add a few drops of lavender or eucalyptus to the water.
Lighted Tripod Selfie Stick with Remote, on sale for $20.99 (61% off)
This 2-in-1 tripod and selfie stick features a built-in light and 225° rotation so you can easily capture the perfect shot.
CARhandGEL: Car Sanitizing Gel Dispenser (Bundle of 4), on sale for $99.99 (13% off)
Sanitize your hands as soon as you get in your car with this gel dispenser that fits perfectly in most cupholders.
Anvil-Go Gas Infrared Grill, on sale for $178.99 (16% off)
This portable grill heats up fast so you can whip up delicious meat and veggies in record time.
CharbyEdge Pro 6-in-1 Universal Cable, on sale for $24.99 (16% off)
This ultra-fast, 6-in-1 cable allows you to charge any Apple, USB-C, or Android device without the need for various chargers.


newyorkpost--2020-10-04--TikTok marketing is a must in 2020. Get up to speed with this $29 course.

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With billions of active users across platforms , social media has become a key cornerstone to digital marketing .
If you want your campaigns to go viral or are looking to increase the visibility of your brand or company profiles , you need to meet your audience where they are .
And in 2020 , that is TikTok .
TikTok has had a pretty meteoric rise to popularity , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of half a billion , and nabbing over 2 billion downloads globally ( that ’ s roughly a fourth of the world population ) .
So in the social media marketing world , it ’ s a pretty big deal .
Even so , for many seasoned digital marketers out there , it ’ s still a relatively new and unexplored platform .
It ’ s why influencers , marketers , and social media managers stand to benefit from the training in The Complete TikTok Marketing Masterclass Bundle ( now on sale for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ jam-packed with over 300 lessons that help you get the most out of the platform .
This includes growth hacking your way to increased visibility , understanding how to optimize and launch advertisements , editing directly through the TikTok interface , knowing tools of the trade to help grow your subscriber base , and using the TikTok algorithm to your advantage .
For brands , the bundle provides the training needed to launch successful campaigns ( both paid and organic ) .
For influencers or everyday users , it helps you understand the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
And for every digital student , it provides a firm understand now only how to create engaging video content , but also how to promote it like a pro .
While normally , all five courses in the Complete TikTok Marketing Masterclass Bundle would cost you $ 1,000 piecemeal , for a limited time , digital students can enroll in all of the courses for only $ 29.99 .
Just make sure you download the app before the potential November ban .

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With billions of active users across platforms, social media has become a key cornerstone to digital marketing. If you want your campaigns to go viral or are looking to increase the visibility of your brand or company profiles, you need to meet your audience where they are. And in 2020, that is TikTok.
TikTok has had a pretty meteoric rise to popularity, amassing a staggering monthly active user base of half a billion, and nabbing over 2 billion downloads globally (that’s roughly a fourth of the world population). So in the social media marketing world, it’s a pretty big deal.
Even so, for many seasoned digital marketers out there, it’s still a relatively new and unexplored platform. It’s why influencers, marketers, and social media managers stand to benefit from the training in The Complete TikTok Marketing Masterclass Bundle (now on sale for $29.99).
This bootcamp is jam-packed with over 300 lessons that help you get the most out of the platform. This includes growth hacking your way to increased visibility, understanding how to optimize and launch advertisements, editing directly through the TikTok interface, knowing tools of the trade to help grow your subscriber base, and using the TikTok algorithm to your advantage.
For brands, the bundle provides the training needed to launch successful campaigns (both paid and organic). For influencers or everyday users, it helps you understand the recipe for going viral on the platform. And for every digital student, it provides a firm understand now only how to create engaging video content, but also how to promote it like a pro.
While normally, all five courses in the Complete TikTok Marketing Masterclass Bundle would cost you $1,000 piecemeal, for a limited time, digital students can enroll in all of the courses for only $29.99. Just make sure you download the app before the potential November ban.


newyorkpost--2020-10-04--Ian Ziering still close with ‘Beverly Hills, 90210’ co-stars after 30 years

Click to email this to a friend ( Opens in new window ) Click to share on Twitter ( Opens in new window ) Click to share on Facebook ( Opens in new window ) Thirty years after “ Beverly Hills , 90210 ” first aired , Ian Ziering remains close with his cast mates .
In honor of the iconic series ’ big anniversary , Ziering — who played Steve Sanders — described the evolution of his relationships with co-stars including Tori Spelling , with whom he bonds over parenting , and Shannen Doherty , who is battling Stage @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been close to Tori for 30 years now .
She ’ s got , I think , five kids now and counting , who knows ?
She loves being a mom , ” the 56-year-old said of Spelling , who is the mom of five children with husband Dean McDermott .
Ziering , who is dad to 9-year-old daughter Mia and 7-year-old daughter Penna with estranged wife Erin Ludwig , praised Spelling ’ s parenting prowess and how far they ’ ve come since the show ’ s premiere .
“ She does @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s got to be the hardest job in the world , even just one kid , ” he said of Spelling , who played Donna Martin .
“ I can ’ t imagine how difficult it would be with five , but she has plenty of room in her heart to make that happen.
” The “ Sharknado ” actor also opened up about Doherty , whom he texted just last week .
“ Shannen ’ s strong .
It ’ s like nothing ’ s going on .
I know she @ @ @ @ @ @ @ now , but I also know that Shannen ’ s not going to sleep on it , ” Ziering told us of the 49-year-old .
“ She ’ s going to have her finger on the heartbeat and the cutting edge of science .
“ She ’ s diligent about whatever she needs to do to make sure she stays in fantastic health , ” he said , highlighting her consistent social media workouts .
Ziering also echoed co-star Jason Priestley ’ s recent comments , saying Doherty , who played Brenda Walsh @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” “ Shannen has proved herself to be a fighter on many fronts , ” Ziering said , “ So I ’ m confident she ’ ll continue fighting.
” Though Oct. 4 marks the 30th anniversary of “ Beverly Hills , 90210 , ” the entire cast reunited for a reboot that aired in 2019 but got canceled after one season .
Now , Ziering told us , he has two significant TV moments happening at once : the “ Beverly Hills , 90210 ” anniversary and the Oct. 6 premiere of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” “ After 30 years of first airing on October 4th , I ’ ve got two big things happening in one week — it ’ s amazing how the timeline lines up , ” he said .

Thirty years after “Beverly Hills, 90210” first aired, Ian Ziering remains close with his cast mates.
In honor of the iconic series’ big anniversary, Ziering — who played Steve Sanders — described the evolution of his relationships with co-stars including Tori Spelling, with whom he bonds over parenting, and Shannen Doherty, who is battling Stage 4 cancer.
“I’ve been close to Tori for 30 years now. She’s got, I think, five kids now and counting, who knows? She loves being a mom,” the 56-year-old said of Spelling, who is the mom of five children with husband Dean McDermott.
Ziering, who is dad to 9-year-old daughter Mia and 7-year-old daughter Penna with estranged wife Erin Ludwig, praised Spelling’s parenting prowess and how far they’ve come since the show’s premiere.
“She does a great job at it. It’s got to be the hardest job in the world, even just one kid,” he said of Spelling, who played Donna Martin. “I can’t imagine how difficult it would be with five, but she has plenty of room in her heart to make that happen.”
The “Sharknado” actor also opened up about Doherty, whom he texted just last week.
“Shannen’s strong. It’s like nothing’s going on. I know she’s dealing with some adversity right now, but I also know that Shannen’s not going to sleep on it,” Ziering told us of the 49-year-old. “She’s going to have her finger on the heartbeat and the cutting edge of science.
“She’s diligent about whatever she needs to do to make sure she stays in fantastic health,” he said, highlighting her consistent social media workouts.
Ziering also echoed co-star Jason Priestley’s recent comments, saying Doherty, who played Brenda Walsh on the series, “sounded great.”
“Shannen has proved herself to be a fighter on many fronts,” Ziering said, “So I’m confident she’ll continue fighting.”
Though Oct. 4 marks the 30th anniversary of “Beverly Hills, 90210,” the entire cast reunited for a reboot that aired in 2019 but got canceled after one season.
Now, Ziering told us, he has two significant TV moments happening at once: the “Beverly Hills, 90210” anniversary and the Oct. 6 premiere of his new CW show “Swamp Thing.”
“After 30 years of first airing on October 4th, I’ve got two big things happening in one week — it’s amazing how the timeline lines up,” he said.


newyorkpost--2020-10-04--NFL picks for Week 4: Giants’ defense will struggle vs. Sean McVay’s Rams

The surgical dissection of the Giants ’ defense by Nick Mullens and a bunch of other 49ers backups figures to have some carryover , as it showed Rams coach Sean McVay where the weaknesses are .
Snicker at that if you want , but the Big Blue defense was competitive in the first half of the opener versus the Steelers and in the second half Week 2 in Chicago .
Last Sunday was a disaster , and now , like a vulture , McVay can swoop in on the carcass .
His offense , led by QB Jared Goff , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has the dexterity to turn the Rams from a high-wire act to a smash-mouth team or anything in between .
Defensively , the Rams will give up yardage and points , which is a concern with this big a spread , particularly considering the prospect of a Giants backdoor cover .
But with Aaron Donald up front and ballhawk Jalen Ramsey in the secondary , this could be a big day for Daniel Jones sacks and turnovers .
Came away from the Dolphins ’ 31-13 win over the Jaguars last Thursday thinking that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ doesn ’ t have all that much .
But appreciate the circumstances : Seattle on a cross-country trip and a 10 a.m. body-clock start , with 25 names on the injury list , including Jamal Adams and essential OT Duane Brown .
Factor in an 87-degree forecast and extra rest for the Dolphins and this becomes a very live underdog .
The Cowboys are No .
1 in yardage by 41 yards over the next best team .
The problem is they are just eighth in points scored .
Thinking this time it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Baker Mayfield who is the one making the mistakes if he ’ s playing catch-up .
This a lot of points to be giving to a Washington Football Team that played fantastic defense in its one home game , versus the Eagles in Week 1 .
But the Ravens should be ticked off here after their Monday night dismantling by the Chiefs , and are on an 11-2 ATS surge in the regular season , counting that loss .
The expected return of stud WR Michael Thomas would be a huge boost for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , which is overdue for a major eruption .
Sean Payton had better do something about the ridiculous amount of penalties , though .
Minnesota ’ s practice facility was shut down until Thursday due to concerns over COVID-19 stemming from the Vikings ’ game against the infected Titans .
That might matter in a matchup of teams that are 0-3 after winning playoff games last season .
Houston has had a brutal schedule ( at Kansas City , Baltimore , at Pittsburgh ) .
Both teams are in the top eight in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ allowed , which suggests this could be a tight grind .
Los Angeles already has a win at Cincinnati in the early Eastern time slot , and also shows a near miss against the Chiefs .
The Cardinals let one get away at home versus the Lions last week , while the Panthers posted a straight-up win as six-point underdogs at the Chargers .
DeAndre Hopkins ’ absence from practice through Thursday due to an ankle injury makes me not want to lay this many points , though .
Both teams have played @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Though I do like Chicago better with Nick Foles than Mitchell Trubisky , the answer to this question — are the Bears good enough to be 4-0 ?
— feels as if it should be no .
Joe Burrow has yet to win an NFL game , so it ’ s a leap of faith to back his team as favorites .
Still , he did get a tie last week in Philly and could be in line for his breakout game .
It ’ s disappointing that Derek Carr and some teammates @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from Darren Waller ’ s charity event .
Carr should be thinking about getting the Raiders into the end zone instead of these distractions .
It will be tough enough if he ’ s without starting WRs Henry Ruggs III and Bryan Edwards .
Blowout victories at the Jets and Giants do not change the fact that the 49ers are still decimated by injuries .
George Kittle returns , but eventually , Raheem Mostert , Nick Bosa , Solomon Thomas and others will be missed .
Expecting improvement from the prideful Eagles in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ breaking scoreboards this season .
The Packers are 3-0 with an average win of 40-28 , the Falcons 0-3 with an average loss of 36-30 .
If we get the Atlanta team that blows big leads , there ’ s a chance for a ’ dog cover .
More likely , Aaron Rodgers destroys this terrible defense all night .
Best bets : Rams , Dolphins , Saints .
Lock of the week : Rams ( Locks 0-2-1 in 2020 ) .
Last week : 9-7 overall , 1-2 Best Bets .
Thursday @ @ @ @ @ @

The surgical dissection of the Giants’ defense by Nick Mullens and a bunch of other 49ers backups figures to have some carryover, as it showed Rams coach Sean McVay where the weaknesses are.
Snicker at that if you want, but the Big Blue defense was competitive in the first half of the opener versus the Steelers and in the second half Week 2 in Chicago. Last Sunday was a disaster, and now, like a vulture, McVay can swoop in on the carcass. His offense, led by QB Jared Goff, is loaded with playmakers, and he has the dexterity to turn the Rams from a high-wire act to a smash-mouth team or anything in between.
Defensively, the Rams will give up yardage and points, which is a concern with this big a spread, particularly considering the prospect of a Giants backdoor cover. But with Aaron Donald up front and ballhawk Jalen Ramsey in the secondary, this could be a big day for Daniel Jones sacks and turnovers.
The pick: Rams, -12.5.
(Home team in Caps)
MIAMI DOLPHINS (+6.5) over Seattle Seahawks
Came away from the Dolphins’ 31-13 win over the Jaguars last Thursday thinking that beyond Ryan Fitzpatrick running around, Miami doesn’t have all that much. But appreciate the circumstances: Seattle on a cross-country trip and a 10 a.m. body-clock start, with 25 names on the injury list, including Jamal Adams and essential OT Duane Brown. Factor in an 87-degree forecast and extra rest for the Dolphins and this becomes a very live underdog.
DALLAS COWBOYS (-4.5) over Cleveland Browns
The Cowboys are No. 1 in yardage by 41 yards over the next best team. The problem is they are just eighth in points scored. Thinking this time it all clicks, and it’s Baker Mayfield who is the one making the mistakes if he’s playing catch-up.
Baltimore Ravens (-13) over WASHINGTON
This a lot of points to be giving to a Washington Football Team that played fantastic defense in its one home game, versus the Eagles in Week 1. But the Ravens should be ticked off here after their Monday night dismantling by the Chiefs, and are on an 11-2 ATS surge in the regular season, counting that loss.
New Orleans Saints (-4) over DETROIT LIONS
The expected return of stud WR Michael Thomas would be a huge boost for Drew Brees and the Saints’ offense, which is overdue for a major eruption. Sean Payton had better do something about the ridiculous amount of penalties, though.
HOUSTON TEXANS (-4) over Minnesota Vikings
Minnesota’s practice facility was shut down until Thursday due to concerns over COVID-19 stemming from the Vikings’ game against the infected Titans. That might matter in a matchup of teams that are 0-3 after winning playoff games last season. Houston has had a brutal schedule (at Kansas City, Baltimore, at Pittsburgh).
Los Angeles Chargers (+7) over TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS
Both teams are in the top eight in the NFL in yards allowed and points allowed, which suggests this could be a tight grind. Los Angeles already has a win at Cincinnati in the early Eastern time slot, and also shows a near miss against the Chiefs.
CAROLINA PANTHERS (+3.5) over Arizona Cardinals
The Cardinals let one get away at home versus the Lions last week, while the Panthers posted a straight-up win as six-point underdogs at the Chargers. DeAndre Hopkins’ absence from practice through Thursday due to an ankle injury makes me not want to lay this many points, though.
Indianapolis Colts (-2.5) over CHICAGO BEARS
Both teams have played opponents whose combined records are 1-8. Though I do like Chicago better with Nick Foles than Mitchell Trubisky, the answer to this question — are the Bears good enough to be 4-0? — feels as if it should be no.
CINCINNATI BENGALS (-3) over Jacksonville Jaguars
Joe Burrow has yet to win an NFL game, so it’s a leap of faith to back his team as favorites. Still, he did get a tie last week in Philly and could be in line for his breakout game.
Buffalo Bills (-3) over LAS VEGAS RAIDERS
It’s disappointing that Derek Carr and some teammates are involved in a mask controversy stemming from Darren Waller’s charity event. Carr should be thinking about getting the Raiders into the end zone instead of these distractions. It will be tough enough if he’s without starting WRs Henry Ruggs III and Bryan Edwards.
Philadelphia Eagles (+7) over SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS
Blowout victories at the Jets and Giants do not change the fact that the 49ers are still decimated by injuries. George Kittle returns, but eventually, Raheem Mostert, Nick Bosa, Solomon Thomas and others will be missed. Expecting improvement from the prideful Eagles in prime time.
Monday Night Football
GREEN BAY PACKERS (-7) over Atlanta Falcons
Both teams have been breaking scoreboards this season. The Packers are 3-0 with an average win of 40-28, the Falcons 0-3 with an average loss of 36-30. If we get the Atlanta team that blows big leads, there’s a chance for a ’dog cover. More likely, Aaron Rodgers destroys this terrible defense all night.
Best bets: Rams, Dolphins, Saints.
Lock of the week: Rams (Locks 0-2-1 in 2020).
Last week: 9-7 overall, 1-2 Best Bets.
Thursday: Jets (L).


newyorkpost--2020-10-04--Giants vs. Rams: Preview, predictions, what to watch for

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Paul’s pick
Humor us here, that the Giants are able to shake off the cobwebs and score a few touchdowns. Are they going to be able to limit the damage inflicted by a versatile Rams offense? Shootouts are not part of the framework to this season, in case you haven’t noticed.
Rams 31, Giants 17
Marquee matchup
Rams WR Cooper Kupp vs. Giants CB James Bradberry
Want to find something that has gone right thus far for the Giants? Look no further than the mega-bucks signing of Bradberry. He has been better than advertised — the No. 3 cornerback in the league after three games, according to Pro Football Focus. Bradberry can run and his skill with the ball in the air is outstanding. It will all be needed against Kupp, who is all the way back from the ACL tear he suffered in 2018. Kupp leads the Rams with 18 receptions, but his longest catch is for 24 yards. He has not broken free just yet, but he can. As much as possible, the Giants want Bradberry on this assignment.
Four downs
Learning the ropes: The debut last week was, as expected, a cameo for Devonta Freeman: 15 snaps, five rushing attempts, 10 yards. He did not start — Wayne Gallman got that nominal assignment. Expect the script to flip and for Freeman to become the dominant ball-carrier.
“He had a good first outing,’’ running backs coach Burton Burns said. “We planned on just kind of easing him into, he’s still learning the system. Obviously looking forward to getting him move involved in the offense as we move forward.’’
Is Freeman a quick study? “When you have experienced guys, it’s just the crossover you got to know, we call it this, they called it that,’’ Burns said. “We expect him to know that very soon.’’
How much is too much? The two longest runs of the season for the Giants are 19 and 23 yards, both by Daniel Jones. That is good for Jones and horrible for the offense. Jones is athletic and fast, but he is no Michael Vick or Lamar Jackson. A steady diet of Jones running with the ball is not going to amount to much of anything. Still, the bootleg stuff and, to a lesser extent, the run-pass option game is a way to kick-start the attack. One caveat: The more Jones runs, the more risk of injury.
“I don’t like him taking a lot of hits,’’ quarterbacks coach Jerry Schuplinski said. “He knows that. But I think sometimes when you’re in the read action of it or the designed quarterback stuff, you want to get as much as you can to get down.’’
Find a gem: The starting right cornerback spot is a weak link, and until it gets fixed, the defense is vulnerable. Corey Ballentine got first crack and could not handle the assignment. As a result, he did not get one snap on defense last week and Isaac Yiadom got 59. Picked up in a trade with the Broncos, Yiadom did not do much in two years in Denver. The Rams have Kupp and Robert Woods, and if Yiadom cannot cut it, it will be a problem.
“Yes, you’d love to settle on one guy,’’ defensive backs coach Jerome Henderson said. “Ike is going to get the chance to be that guy again this week and play and I expect him to play well.’’
Do the twist: We know no one is able to deal with Rams defensive line stud Aaron Donald, so why bother breaking down the carnage to come? The Giants’ offensive line has been brutal as far as adjusting to stunts and twists — games played by defensive players designed to confuse and disrupt. Three new starters — Andrew Thomas, Nick Gates and Cam Fleming — make some of this confusion understandable. But returning guards Will Hernandez and Kevin Zeitler have not been on-point with this, and that is troublesome.
“Really inconsistent,’’ offensive line coach Marc Colombo said of how the line has come together. “They can handle it. They just have to see it and they have to react a lot faster.’’


newyorkpost--2020-10-04--Yankees on what it will be like sharing hotel with rival Rays

With the Yankees and Rays locked down in the same resort hotel in Carlsbad , Calif. , up the Pacific Coast from San Diego , don ’ t expect the AL East rivals , who have been chirping at each other for the past several years , to trade verbal barbs in the lobby .
Each team has made it a point to say the focus is on winning the upcoming best-of-five ALDS and not coming out of the dugout to gather at home plate and yell at each other .
Still , there is no denying the animosity is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ reminded everybody of that on Friday and Brett Gardner didn ’ t try to calm the turbulent waters Saturday .
“ Listen , the feeling is probably mutual , ’ ’ Gardner said when asked Saturday of Kiermaier saying neither team likes the other one .
“ The last several years a lot of back and forth and they got the best of us this year .
Arguably the best team in baseball and had a really good season .
Obviously , ran away with the division and I feel it is up @ @ @ @ @ @ @ better against these guys.
’ ’ Having lost eight of 10 to the AL East champions this season , the Yankees certainly have to improve in the best-of-five affair , which opens Monday at Petco Park .
Emotions spilled over on Sept. 1 at Yankee Stadium when the Rays believed Aroldis Chapman buzzed Mike Brosseau ’ s head with a 101-mph fastball because of Tampa Bay ’ s habit of throwing up and in to Yankees hitters .
While no punches were thrown , the quotes made headline writers happy .
Managers Kevin @ @ @ @ @ @ @ one game each and Chapman received a three-game ban .
He appealed and it will be resolved next year .
“ Obviously some drama between the two teams during the course of the season , but for me , for our group , the focus is simply on winning each and each and every day and trying to find a way to beat these guys in a five-game series and move onto the ALCS , ’ ’ Gardner said .
“ Just put all of our energy and focus into that and go @ @ @ @ @ @ @ against Cleveland and not worry about the things that happened in the past.
’ ’ And what about seeing a Rays player in a hallway or lobby ?
“ I saw a few [ on Friday night and Saturday morning ] .
Said , ‘ Hey , ’ and kept walking .
Obviously , it ’ s not ideal , but it is the cards we have been dealt and I feel we got a group of guys who are very professional , ’ ’ Gardner said before the Yankees worked out at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ may not be ideal , but it is a big resort and we got a lot of space and so far it has been good.
’ ’ Gardner said there isn ’ t a Ray who he would try to avoid and Zack Britton doesn ’ t feel there will be a need for security to referee disputes in the hotel between the teams .
“ I expect both teams to be professional at the hotel .
There are families there , ’ ’ Britton said of the resort with a view of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be visited by any members of either club ’ s traveling party due to MLB protocols .
“ I don ’ t expect that to carry over away from the field .
It is all about the competition on the field .
Obviously we are two passionate teams so I don ’ t expect any issues in the hotel .
If we see each other , a friendly nod and go about our business.
’ ’ As far as sharing a hotel with a team his players need to get by and advance @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at it as another curveball thrown in 2020 .
“ It is a little unique sharing a hotel with your opponent .
Baseball in 2020 .
The bottom line is that we have really good accommodations and I don ’ t expect it to be a factor , ’ ’ Boone said .
“ We have our stuff to prepare for and focus on and that ’ s what we are trying to keep our focus on .
’ ’

With the Yankees and Rays locked down in the same resort hotel in Carlsbad, Calif., up the Pacific Coast from San Diego, don’t expect the AL East rivals, who have been chirping at each other for the past several years, to trade verbal barbs in the lobby.
Each team has made it a point to say the focus is on winning the upcoming best-of-five ALDS and not coming out of the dugout to gather at home plate and yell at each other.
Still, there is no denying the animosity is real. Rays center fielder Kevin Kiermaier reminded everybody of that on Friday and Brett Gardner didn’t try to calm the turbulent waters Saturday.
“Listen, the feeling is probably mutual,’’ Gardner said when asked Saturday of Kiermaier saying neither team likes the other one. “The last several years a lot of back and forth and they got the best of us this year. Arguably the best team in baseball and had a really good season. Obviously, ran away with the division and I feel it is up to us to come out and play better against these guys.’’
Having lost eight of 10 to the AL East champions this season, the Yankees certainly have to improve in the best-of-five affair, which opens Monday at Petco Park.
Emotions spilled over on Sept. 1 at Yankee Stadium when the Rays believed Aroldis Chapman buzzed Mike Brosseau’s head with a 101-mph fastball because of Tampa Bay’s habit of throwing up and in to Yankees hitters.
While no punches were thrown, the quotes made headline writers happy. Managers Kevin Cash and Aaron Boone were suspended for one game each and Chapman received a three-game ban. He appealed and it will be resolved next year.
“Obviously some drama between the two teams during the course of the season, but for me, for our group, the focus is simply on winning each and each and every day and trying to find a way to beat these guys in a five-game series and move onto the ALCS,’’ Gardner said. “Just put all of our energy and focus into that and go out and play the way we did against Cleveland and not worry about the things that happened in the past.’’
And what about seeing a Rays player in a hallway or lobby?
“I saw a few [on Friday night and Saturday morning]. Said, ‘Hey,’ and kept walking. Obviously, it’s not ideal, but it is the cards we have been dealt and I feel we got a group of guys who are very professional,’’ Gardner said before the Yankees worked out at Petco Park on Saturday. “It may not be ideal, but it is a big resort and we got a lot of space and so far it has been good.’’
Gardner said there isn’t a Ray who he would try to avoid and Zack Britton doesn’t feel there will be a need for security to referee disputes in the hotel between the teams.
“I expect both teams to be professional at the hotel. There are families there,’’ Britton said of the resort with a view of the Pacific Ocean that can’t be visited by any members of either club’s traveling party due to MLB protocols. “I don’t expect that to carry over away from the field. It is all about the competition on the field. Obviously we are two passionate teams so I don’t expect any issues in the hotel. If we see each other, a friendly nod and go about our business.’’
As far as sharing a hotel with a team his players need to get by and advance to the best-of-seven ALCS, Boone looks at it as another curveball thrown in 2020.
“It is a little unique sharing a hotel with your opponent. Baseball in 2020. The bottom line is that we have really good accommodations and I don’t expect it to be a factor,’’ Boone said. “We have our stuff to prepare for and focus on and that’s what we are trying to keep our focus on.’’


newyorkpost--2020-10-04--Patriots-Chiefs will be much different without Cam Newton

This was the fear long before the NFL season began , ...

This week’s marquee game had a good dose of drama added to what already was a matchup of great intrigue.
The Patriots’ game against the Chiefs took a significant turn Saturday when it was discovered that New England quarterback Cam Newton had tested positive for COVID-19 and is now ineligible to play this week.
As of Saturday afternoon, ESPN reported the league is looking to reschedule the kickoff for Monday or, more likely, Tuesday.
But whichever day the game is played, if it is played this week, instead of a quarterback matchup that pits Chiefs star Patrick Mahomes against Newton, the Patriots will counter with either veteran career backup Brian Hoyer or second-year neophyte Jared Stidham, who has just four career pass attempts.
Whether that change will alter what the Patriots do is a matter of question. In their first three games, the Patriots had completely committed to running the ball, much of that scheme featuring Newton.
That made for what figured to be a great showdown of two powerful offensive forces will clash when the Patriots (2-1) and Chiefs (3-0) play at Arrowhead Stadium: the Kansas City passing attack and the New England rushing attack.
But without Newton, the Patriots have lost the primary catalyst of their ground game. Newton leads the team in carries (35) and is second in rushing yards (149) behind Sony Michel (173) — though 86 of Michel’s rushing total came on just two runs last week. And those numbers don’t factor in the threat Newton poses even on option plays when he doesn’t keep the ball.
There, too, figures to be a fascinating chess match between Mahomes, who’s a constant dual threat to run and pass, and Patriots head coach Bill Belichick, whose game-plan-specific defensive schemes are legendary.
The Patriots are the only team to beat Mahomes twice in his NFL career (including playoffs), handing him his first career regular season loss in Week 6 of 2018 and his first and only career playoff loss in the 2018 AFC Championship game.
But Mahomes has given Belichick fits along the way. He’s the only quarterback with multiple starts against Belichick as a head coach (including playoffs) to average 300 or more passing yards per game (310.0) and have a passer rating of 100 or better (102.2) against him.
Mahomes is coming off a Monday night win over the Ravens, against whom he completed 31 of 42 passes for 385 yards, four touchdowns and no interceptions. Mahomes has eight touchdown passes and three interceptions in three career games against the Patriots.
Mahomes’ receiving targets all pose problems to opposing defenses. Tyreek Hill will likely see double teams from the Patriots, whose defense is built around preventing explosion plays.
Tight end Travis Kelce is a difficult matchup. And don’t forget Sammy Watkins, who had four catches for 114 yards in the 2018 AFC title game against New England’s top cornerback, Stephon Gilmore. Look for Belichick to possibly use more zone defense in an effort to keep Mahomes in the pocket and to prevent some of the long throws.
As much as we all know Mahomes is going to pass the ball all over the yard, we also know the Patriots are going to run the ball. If they’ve trended in any direction through three games, it has been in their commitment to run the ball.
The Patriots enter the game ranked first in the league in rushing, averaging 178 yards per game. The Chiefs, conversely, are ranked 27th in the league defending the run, yielding an average of 153 yards per game. So, this obviously bears watching.
Michel had the two longest runs of his career against the Raiders last week and finished with 117 yards. Rex Burkhead rushed for two TDs.
After their 250-yard rushing performance against the Raiders last week, the Patriots have a chance to record back-to-back 200-yard rushing games for the first time since 2012. They’ve have rushed for more than 200 yards in two of the first three games this season.
The Patriots have been a completely different team with Newton at quarterback than they were with Tom Brady, who was never a threat to run. Newton’s running ability opened up a lot of new calls for New England offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels. Newton is tied for NFL lead with four rushing TDs this season.
The Patriots, of course, won’t have that luxury in this game with Newton out. And neither Hoyer nor Stidham are the same kind of running threat that Newton is.
The two teams, statistically, look very evenly matched. The Patriots score an average of 29 points per game and the Chiefs score 30.3. Both teams have scored 11 offensive TDs. Defensively, the Patriots are allowing an average of 22 points per game while the Chiefs allow 20.
One area to watch in this game is penalties. The Patriots, who have not committed an offensive penalty in the first three games, have only seven penalties this season while the Chiefs have 18.
A good barometer of how well Belichick gets his teams up for big games against the best opponents: The Patriots have won their past five games against undefeated teams that entered the game 3-0 or better.
Cool fact: Belichick (306) and Chiefs coach Andy Reid (225) have combined for 531 career wins (including playoffs), which is one win shy of the most by opposing coaches entering a matchup in NFL history. Miami’s Don Shula (267) and Dallas’ Tom Landry (265) had prior to their Week 11, 1987 matchup (the Dolphins won, 20-14).
This is the fourth consecutive season in which the Patriots and Chiefs have played each other, but the three previous matchups (2017, ’18 and ’19) were all played at Gillette Stadium.


newyorkpost--2020-10-04--Holly Holm dominates Irene Aldana at UFC Fight Night

Holm , who will turn 39 on Oct. 17 , scored an impressive unanimous decision victory over Irene Aldena in the main event of UFC Fight Night on Saturday night in Abu Dhabi .
Two judges scored the fight 50-45 and another had it at 50-44 .
Holm , a former UFC women ’ s bantamweight and boxing champion , won her second straight bout in a performance in which she used a combination of superior kickboxing , takedowns , ground work and boxing to outclass Aldena .
“ When I came over to MMA , I didn ’ t @ @ @ @ @ @ @ MMA cage , in an Octagon , ” Holm said in the ESPN postfight interview .
“ I came to be a mixed martial artist .
And it has taken time .
… I ’ m still very green and learning .
I just want to put it all together.
” Holm , who is best known for knocking out Ronda Rousey five years ago , showed she still is one of the best MMA fighters in the world and is on her first winning streak since beating the UFC-turned-WWE star .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of excitement coming through , a lot of new talent , ” said Holm , who now has a 14-5 career mark .
“ They think this is their stepping stone .
And I ’ m not gon na be that.
” Holm ’ s victory was even more impressive because Aldana ( 12-6 ) had won two straight and five of her past six fights before Saturday ’ s main event .
Holm is working her way closer to another UFC title shot , but the veteran isn ’ t looking too @ @ @ @ @ @ @ just let the future fold out , ” Holm said .
“ I have a great team around me that worries about that so I can just train.
” The fan-less event took place at the Flash Forum on Yas Island , which the UFC has dubbed “ Fight Island .
”

Holly Holm proved she’s still an elite fighter.
Holm, who will turn 39 on Oct. 17, scored an impressive unanimous decision victory over Irene Aldana in the main event of UFC Fight Night on Saturday night in Abu Dhabi.
Two judges scored the fight 50-45 and another had it at 50-44.
Holm, a former UFC women’s bantamweight and boxing champion, won her second straight bout in a performance in which she used a combination of superior kickboxing, takedowns, ground work and boxing to outclass Aldana.
“When I came over to MMA, I didn’t come to be a boxer in an MMA cage, in an Octagon,” Holm said in the ESPN postfight interview. “I came to be a mixed martial artist. And it has taken time. … I’m still very green and learning. I just want to put it all together.”
Holm, who is best known for knocking out Ronda Rousey five years ago, showed she still is one of the best MMA fighters in the world and is on her first winning streak since beating the UFC-turned-WWE star.
“There’s this whole new kind of excitement coming through, a lot of new talent,” said Holm, who now has a 14-5 career mark. “They think this is their stepping stone. And I’m not gonna be that.”
Holm’s victory was even more impressive because Aldana (12-6) had won two straight and five of her past six fights before Saturday’s main event.
Holm is working her way closer to another UFC title shot, but the veteran isn’t looking too far ahead.
“I like to just let the future fold out,” Holm said. “I have a great team around me that worries about that so I can just train.”
The fan-less event took place at the Flash Forum on Yas Island, which the UFC has dubbed “Fight Island.”


newyorkpost--2020-10-04--Thousands gather in Mexico City to protest President Lopez Obrador

MEXICO CITY – Thousands of protesters marched through central Mexico City on Saturday in one of the biggest demonstrations against President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador since he took office nearly two years ago .
Many of the demonstrators who flocked to the massive main square of the capital ’ s historic center waved Mexican flags while some chanted “ Lopez out , ” according to video footage on news sites and social media .
Though polls show the leftist president remains popular , his management of the economy and record on security have upset many Mexicans , as has his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ supporters and critics .
Before becoming president in December 2018 , Lopez Obrador was renowned for leading massive protests against the government and he said this week such displays of discontent by “ conservative ” critics showed he was shaking up the country .
Estimates of the number of demonstrators at Saturday ’ s peaceful protest varied .
Authorities in Mexico City , which Lopez Obrador ’ s party governs , said 8,000 took part , while one of the opposition groups behind it , which has called for Lopez Obrador to resign @ @ @ @ @ @ @

MEXICO CITY – Thousands of protesters marched through central Mexico City on Saturday in one of the biggest demonstrations against President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador since he took office nearly two years ago.
Many of the demonstrators who flocked to the massive main square of the capital’s historic center waved Mexican flags while some chanted “Lopez out,” according to video footage on news sites and social media.
Though polls show the leftist president remains popular, his management of the economy and record on security have upset many Mexicans, as has his tendency to polarize political debate between his supporters and critics.
Before becoming president in December 2018, Lopez Obrador was renowned for leading massive protests against the government and he said this week such displays of discontent by “conservative” critics showed he was shaking up the country.
Estimates of the number of demonstrators at Saturday’s peaceful protest varied.
Authorities in Mexico City, which Lopez Obrador’s party governs, said 8,000 took part, while one of the opposition groups behind it, which has called for Lopez Obrador to resign, said more than 150,000 participated.


newyorkpost--2020-10-04--Yankees’ ALDS rotation after Gerrit Cole remains unclear

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Gerrit Cole will start Game 1 of the ALDS on Monday night at San Diego’s Petco Park against the Rays.
Beyond that, Yankees manager Aaron Boone is still working on who will follow the staff ace in the remaining games in a best-of-five ALDS that has no day off built in.
“Other than Cole in Game 1, we haven’t made a decision,’’ Boone said on a Zoom call Saturday from Petco Park, where the Yankees worked out.
Asked if the Yankees could employ an opener in Game 2, the manager said he was doubtful about that and indicated he was trying to arrange the order of the starters behind Cole.
“Kind of decide when we want to go with [Masahiro Tanaka], Deivi [Garcia], [J.A.] Happ and [Jordan Montgomery],’’ Boone said. “It’s kind of setting it up to see how we want to roll it out.’’
Cole and Tanaka pitched in the two AL wild-card series victories, but Boone hasn’t committed to using the pair in that order against the Rays.
It’s possible the Yankees would want to avoid using the 21-year-old Garcia in a deciding Game 5 and could start him Tuesday in Game 2 or Wednesday in Game 3.
Whatever way Boone decides to go, his rotation will be well rested. Cole will be working on five days’ rest on Monday. If Tanaka starts in Game 2, he will also have had five days’ rest. Garcia’s last outing was Sept. 26. Happ hasn’t pitched since Sept. 25 and Montgomery’s previous outing was Sept. 24.
If you are thinking Boone could bring Cole back on three days’ rest for Game 5 on Friday, that isn’t likely since Cole has never pitched on short rest in his career.
He is 30-18 with 3.71 ERA in 67 starts on five days of rest. On regular rest (four days) Cole is 57-27 with a 2.74 ERA in 106 starts and with six-plus days of rest he is 14-10 with a 3.75 ERA in 31 starts.
Rays manager Kevin Cash announced lefty Blake Snell will start Game 1 and right-handers Tyler Glasnow and Charlie Morton will get the ball in Games 2 and 3.
Using Snell could lead to Boone starting the right-handed hitting Clint Frazier instead of the lefty swinging Brett Gardner, who went 3-for-8 with a homer and three RBIs in two AL wild-card series victories over the Indians, who started right-handers.
“Felt it was important to do what we could to keep Blake and Tyler on somewhat of a normal routine,’’ Cash said. “With Charlie, I don’t think the extra rest going to be a negative. I think it is going to be a positive for him. We will see after three ballgames and go from there.’’
Cash hinted Snell and Glasnow could contribute in the later games if needed.
“Going with Blake and Tyler as the top two, you would like to think that we would have them somewhat available for those games, but we have to see how we get there first,’’ Cash said on a Zoom call from Petco Park. “Blake, I would think if we can manage the workload and do everything the right way, he should be able to bounce back and help us as needed for a fifth game.’’
Frazier was limited to a pinch-hitting appearance in Game 2 against the Indians and struck out. He hit .250 (8-for-32) against lefties with a .820 OPS. Frazier was better against right-handers, posting a .912 OPS and a .265 average. Gardner batted .211 (4-for-19) versus lefties with a .286 on base percentage compared to .229 (25-for-109) with a .370 on-base against right-handers.
The Yankees don’t have to submit an ALDS roster to MLB offices until 10 a.m. Pacific time Monday, so they are meeting daily to put together the 28 names who will be eligible to play against the Rays.
“We had a roster meeting [Friday night] where everyone, from the front office, analysts, scouts, coaches and staff we kind of hashed it out and make cases for this and that,’’ Boone said. “Lay everything out on the table and then we kind of have everyone stewing on it. We will have another meeting [Saturday or Sunday] to finalize and see which way we want to go.’’
With potentially five games in five days, pitching will be at a premium and could lead to the Yankees finding a bullpen spot for right-hander Clarke Schmidt, who could provide length.
Boone didn’t use Adam Ottavino in the two AL wild-card series games, but don’t expect the right-hander to be sidelined in the upcoming ALDS.
“I see a big role for [Ottavino] moving forward,’’ Boone said Saturday. “I am excited for him to get some big outs for us.’’
Considering Ottavino’s appearing in 10 more games (24-14) against right-handers than lefty swingers, that trend should continue. Righties batted .263 (15-for-57) with a .750 OPS and struck out 19 times. Lefties batted .294 (5-for-17) with a .811 OPS and fanned six times.


newyorkpost--2020-10-04--Time for Jets to see what actually works and scrap the rest

The list of culprits in this Jets debacle is a ...

The Jets will enjoy their first victory of the 2020 season on Sunday.
Because they cannot lose.
They have no game.
The Jets can’t lose again and fall to 0-5 … not until next Sunday, when they play the Cardinals, anyway.
The Jets, at 0-4 and with no hope of ending their playoff drought at a decade, have little choice at this point, with 12 remaining games, but to make do with what they have.
They have a few options, beginning with tanking the rest of the way to position themselves for the No. 1 overall draft pick and Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence.
Along the way, they can see what they have on the roster that’s salvageable.
They can gather more information — as much as they can with a roster that’s not stocked with offensive skill-position talent — about quarterback Sam Darnold.
They can figure out whether he is the franchise quarterback we’ve all assumed he is, or whether the last three years is a proper sample size to peg him as a solid player who’s not special.
This is about all the Jets have left to play for in 2020: Finding out more about what they have, who they want to keep and weeding out the players who won’t help them in the future.
Jets fans, who embrace Adam Gase about as much as they cherish a visit to the DMV or the dentist, held out some hope that the head coach would be fired after Thursday night’s home loss to the Broncos.
Fans always want their pound of flesh, their scapegoat, for messes created. And make no mistake: The 2020 Jets are a mess — rebuilding be damned.
As my Post colleague Brian Costello so accurately pointed out in Saturday’s editions, the one person who’s been skating somewhat scot-free during this ugly first month of the season has been general manager Joe Douglas.
Douglas, hired at an awkward time last year with free agency and the draft having already been completed, was on scholarship last season.
This season, Douglas is paying full tuition, and it’s difficult to decipher whether his fingerprints on the current roster represent a finger painting or an actual plan.
Jets fans have been touting Douglas as the right person for the job as much for his strong background with the Ravens as for the simple fact that they’re desperate for this to work out and are willing it to do so.
But the early results — and, in fairness to Douglas, it is too early to make definitive determinations — have not been great.
The offensive line Douglas reconstructed this past offseason played on Thursday night like it should be deconstructed. Darnold was sacked six times and hit almost twice as many times, and very few holes were opened for the running game.
Pierre Desir, signed to a modest $3.75 million free agent contract, has looked like an adventure at cornerback, which is a position that’s best played adventure-free.
Breshad Perriman, the receiver Douglas signed to replace the one he opted not to re-sign (Robby Anderson), has played a little more than one game and is dealing with a sprained ankle.
Make no mistake, Gase has not done a good job. Not last season and not this season — even when you factor in the rash of injuries the team had endured.
But, if you listen to the word being leaked out of their Florham Park, N.J., facility, Gase is not going anywhere soon — likely not until after the season is complete.
The Jets, when they reconvene, have the chance to get some players back off the injured list. Among those players is running back Le’Veon Bell, the supposed biggest playmaker on offense.
Another is rookie receiver Denzel Mims, who hasn’t even had a full practice yet with the team thanks to a hamstring pull in training camp.
Getting Mims, a second-round draft pick, involved and seeing what he can bring to the offense probably tops the list of things for Jets fans to look forward to in the next three months.
“We’ve got a lot of guys that are coming back from IR and that were injured that are going to help us a lot,” Gase said.
There aren’t enough players returning from that injured list to help salvage 2020. But it’s got to get better than it has been, doesn’t it?


newyorkpost--2020-10-04--Aides accuse Texas AG Ken Paxton of bribery, abuse of office

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is facing criminal accusations of bribery and abuse of power from his own top aides .
Seven executives at the office of the state ’ s top prosecutor are seeking a federal investigation into Paxton ’ s behavior , they wrote in a letter to their director of human resources obtained Saturday by the Austin American-Statesman .
“ We have a good faith belief that the attorney general is violating federal and/or state law including prohibitions related to improper influence , abuse of office , bribery and other potential criminal offenses , ” the staffers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ include Paxton ’ s first assistant , Jeff Mateer , who resigned Friday , Mateer ’ s deputy , Ryan Bangert , as well as five deputy attorneys general : James Blake Brickman , Lacey Mase , Darren McCarty , Mark Penley and Ryan Vassar .
The group said they were blowing the whistle on Paxton ’ s behavior to protect their work ; they didn ’ t elaborate on specific instances of wrongdoing , according to the Statesman .
Paxton , a Republican , is already facing legal trouble .
He was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ over alleged securities fraud .
The 57-year-old prosecutor told the Statesman the letter was untrue and only sent to obfuscate an ongoing investigation into employees at his office .
“ The complaint filed against Attorney General Paxton was done to impede an ongoing investigation into criminal wrongdoing by public officials including employees of this office , ” Paxton said .
“ Making false claims is a very serious matter and we plan to investigate this to the fullest extent of the law .
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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is facing criminal accusations of bribery and abuse of power from his own top aides.
Seven executives at the office of the state’s top prosecutor are seeking a federal investigation into Paxton’s behavior, they wrote in a letter to their director of human resources obtained Saturday by the Austin American-Statesman.
“We have a good faith belief that the attorney general is violating federal and/or state law including prohibitions related to improper influence, abuse of office, bribery and other potential criminal offenses,” the staffers wrote in the Thursday letter.
Signees include Paxton’s first assistant, Jeff Mateer, who resigned Friday, Mateer’s deputy, Ryan Bangert, as well as five deputy attorneys general: James Blake Brickman, Lacey Mase, Darren McCarty, Mark Penley and Ryan Vassar.
The group said they were blowing the whistle on Paxton’s behavior to protect their work; they didn’t elaborate on specific instances of wrongdoing, according to the Statesman.
Paxton, a Republican, is already facing legal trouble. He was indicted back in 2015 on federal charges over alleged securities fraud.
The 57-year-old prosecutor told the Statesman the letter was untrue and only sent to obfuscate an ongoing investigation into employees at his office.
“The complaint filed against Attorney General Paxton was done to impede an ongoing investigation into criminal wrongdoing by public officials including employees of this office,” Paxton said.
“Making false claims is a very serious matter and we plan to investigate this to the fullest extent of the law.”


newyorkpost--2020-10-04--Joe Judge and his coaches taking blame for Giants’ 0-3 start

Aaron Donald is the monster in the middle , a terrifying ...

We have found something the Giants do exceedingly well.
They take the blame.
It starts with Joe Judge. The members of Judge’s coaching staff fall in line, insisting they need to do a better job of conveying to the players what they want. The players take ownership of their performance.
There is plenty to go around. The Giants are 0-3 as they face the Rams Sunday at spectacular and brand new SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Calif. It is quite likely after the Giants tangle with the potent Rams offense and the Aaron Donald-led Rams defense, pack up and leave the West Coast, there will be another loss and more blame to sort through.
“I think as coaches, we have to be very self-critical,’’ Judge said. “When I watch the tape, there are things that players have to correct. But I always look at myself in the mirror first. As coaches, I think that’s how you have to be. Am I doing everything possible to teach these guys the best way? Am I doing everything possible to paint that mental image that they can go out there and execute on the grass? Am I putting them in the ideal situations to play to their strengths?
“As a coaching staff, we have to ask ourselves that on a daily basis through practice, on a weekly basis through the games. If you’re not self-critical as a coach, I don’t think you’re a very good coach. If you’re someone who wants to simply look at players and say, ‘Well, he has to play better. He has to do this,’ what did you do to put him in that position? To me, for our staff, we have to be a group of guys that watch the tape and we see ourselves in the performance of the players, and we have to make sure we’re doing everything possible to help elevate their level of play.’’
This approach is prevalent whenever defensive coordinator Patrick Graham offers analysis of his unit, sometimes starkly so. The Giants are last in the league in third-down defense, and they allowed the depleted 49ers, led by Nick Mullens, to stay on the field for nearly 40 minutes last week in a 27-point loss.
“The number one culprit, I’ll put it on me,’’ Graham said. “Put it right on me, that’s how I see it. I have to be better, have to be better. Week 4 of the season, I have to be better.’’
Jason Garrett, at the helm of an offense producing fewer points (12.7 per game) than any team in the league, takes an approach more “we’’ than “me.’’ He is quick to point out the quality of the defenses (Steelers, Bears and 49ers) the Giants have faced and that all aspects of the offensive machinery need an upgrade.
“We just need to play better across the board offensively,’’ Garrett said. “We haven’t done anything well enough up to this point. It starts with controlling the line of scrimmage and running the football. We haven’t done that on a consistent basis. You have to be efficient both running it and throwing it. You have to be able to make explosive plays both in the run game and in the pass game. We haven’t been able to do that.’’
Second-year defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence says Graham putting it on himself “shows the kind of person he is, taking it for the team,’’ but is not buying the sentiment.
“I believe it’s on all of us,’’ Lawrence said. “We’re all in it together.’’
At some point, the Giants hope they are able to share the credit for winning games. They are not there yet, as Parse the Blame continues to be their area of expertise.


newyorkpost--2020-10-04--Alexandru Mitrita’s two goals lead NYCFC past Inter Miami

FORT LAUDERDALE , Fla. — Alexandru Mitrita scored twice in the first half to lead New York City FC to @ @ @ @ @ Miami on Saturday night .
New York City ( 7-6-2 ) has won consecutive games @ @ @ @ @ 1-0 on Sept. 23 snapped a six-game unbeaten streak .
Inter Miami ( 3-10-2 ) @ @ @ @ @ Mitrita scored in the fourth and 43rd minute , and Anton Tinnerholm in the 35th @ @ @ @ @ assisted on all three goals .
Mitrita has four goals in his last two games @ @ @ @ @ the 27th minute for Miami , and scored again in the 38th to tie the @ @ @ @ @ ’ s Julian Carranza had an apparent goal reversed on an offside penalty following a @ @ @ @ @ minute .
Goalkeeper Sean Johnson also stopped Carranza ’ s left-footed shot in the sixth @ @ @ @ @ .
Johnson finished with three saves .

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Alexandru Mitrita scored twice in the first half to lead New York City FC to a 3-2 victory over Inter Miami on Saturday night.
New York City (7-6-2) has won consecutive games since a loss to Toronto 1-0 on Sept. 23 snapped a six-game unbeaten streak. Inter Miami (3-10-2) has lost three straight.
Mitrita scored in the fourth and 43rd minute, and Anton Tinnerholm in the 35th for NYCFC. Alexander Ring assisted on all three goals. Mitrita has four goals in his last two games.
Lewis Morgan scored in the 27th minute for Miami, and scored again in the 38th to tie the match at 2.
Miami’s Julian Carranza had an apparent goal reversed on an offside penalty following a video review in the 88th minute. Goalkeeper Sean Johnson also stopped Carranza’s left-footed shot in the sixth minute of second-half stoppage time. Johnson finished with three saves.


newyorkpost--2020-10-04--Joe Biden campaign vows to disclose results of every COVID-19 test

Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden will keep taking coronavirus tests , and will release the results of each of his coronavirus tests going forward , his campaign pledged Saturday night .
The former vice president had shared a debate stage with President Trump on Tuesday , and tested negative as recently as Friday , his campaign has said .
But the median incubation period for the virus is five days , and tests can come back negative for newly infected people who aren ’ t yet shedding enough virus to detect , experts say .
Biden will get a test @ @ @ @ @ @ @ his campaign , which promised to increase transparency around his testing following Trump ’ s infection with the virus , The Washington Post reported .
“ We have adhered to strict and extensive safety practices recommended by public health experts and doctors in all of our campaigning — including social distancing , mask wearing , and additional safeguards , ” campaign spokesman Andrew Bates said in a statement .
“ Vice President Biden is being tested regularly , and we will be releasing the results of each test.
” Biden has said Friday @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , had tested negative for the virus .
He told reporters he plans on getting tested again on Sunday morning before traveling to Florida on Monday , CNN reported .
Trump ’ s positive test had initially sparked health fears for Biden , who shared a stage with the president for 90 minutes Tuesday night .
The event was indoors but their podiums were spaced just over 12 feet apart .
Biden plans to continue campaigning in person as Trump fights the virus in Walter Reed National Military Medical Center .
He campaigned @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
His team announced it will pull negative ads against the president for the time being , though Biden has remained critical of the White House ’ s handling of the pandemic .
“ It ’ s time we see each other as fellow Americans , who don ’ t just live in red states and blue states , but who live in — and love — the United States of America .
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Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden will keep taking coronavirus tests, and will release the results of each of his coronavirus tests going forward, his campaign pledged Saturday night.
The former vice president had shared a debate stage with President Trump on Tuesday, and tested negative as recently as Friday, his campaign has said.
But the median incubation period for the virus is five days, and tests can come back negative for newly infected people who aren’t yet shedding enough virus to detect, experts say.
Biden will get a test every time he travels, according to his campaign, which promised to increase transparency around his testing following Trump’s infection with the virus, The Washington Post reported.
“We have adhered to strict and extensive safety practices recommended by public health experts and doctors in all of our campaigning — including social distancing, mask wearing, and additional safeguards,” campaign spokesman Andrew Bates said in a statement.
“Vice President Biden is being tested regularly, and we will be releasing the results of each test.”
Biden has said Friday that he and his wife, Jill, had tested negative for the virus.
He told reporters he plans on getting tested again on Sunday morning before traveling to Florida on Monday, CNN reported.
Trump’s positive test had initially sparked health fears for Biden, who shared a stage with the president for 90 minutes Tuesday night.
The event was indoors but their podiums were spaced just over 12 feet apart.
Biden plans to continue campaigning in person as Trump fights the virus in Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.
He campaigned in Wilmington, Del., on Saturday.
His team announced it will pull negative ads against the president for the time being, though Biden has remained critical of the White House’s handling of the pandemic.
“It’s time we come together,” Biden tweeted earlier Saturday.
“It’s time we see each other as fellow Americans, who don’t just live in red states and blue states, but who live in — and love — the United States of America.”


newyorkpost--2020-10-04--9-year-old girl killed in drive-by-shooting in Sacramento, Calif.

A mom and her two young children were gunned down as they attended an outdoor gathering in Sacramento , Calif. @ @ @ @ @ a 9-year-old girl dead at the scene , according to local reports .
The drive-by @ @ @ @ @ ; the mom is in critical condition and the surviving child is stable , police @ @ @ @ @ .
A fourth apparent victim , a man , drove himself to the hospital , @ @ @ @ @ suspect had not been apprehended by Saturday night .
Police said they were investigating whether @ @ @ @ @

A mom and her two young children were gunned down as they attended an outdoor gathering in Sacramento, Calif., a shooting that left a 9-year-old girl dead at the scene, according to local reports.
The drive-by shooter opened fire Saturday afternoon; the mom is in critical condition and the surviving child is stable, police told the local ABC affiliate.
A fourth apparent victim, a man, drove himself to the hospital, the report said.
A suspect had not been apprehended by Saturday night. Police said they were investigating whether the shooting was gang-related.


newyorkpost--2020-10-04--NYC karaoke bar shuttered over COVID-19 violations

The city sheriff ’ s office pulled the plug on a Queens karaoke joint after patrons were spotted sneaking in and out of the bar through a nearby junk yard , authorities said .
Acting on a tip that the establishment was breaking the city ’ s coronavirus laws , deputies set up surveillance outside the Platinum Lounge on Fuller Place in Flushing at 10 p.m. Friday .
About 15 minutes later , deputies observed two male patrons exit from the side of the lounge through a scrap/salvage shop by following “ a circuitous path through used automobile shells and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Deputies raiding the lounge found “ individuals sitting at the bar with drinks and no food.
” Some 30-40 people , many not wearing masks , scurried out .
The deputies found beer and alcohol inside the premises , but no liquor license .
The business was closed , liquor was confiscated , and the remaining patrons were issued masks and escorted out .
The owner and staff were issued numerous summonses in violation of the mayor and governor ’ s executive order with regard to social distancing , indoor dining and also @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Lounge sting marked the city ’ s fifth in under a month against a karaoke bar for COVID-19 violations — three more have been raided in Flushing , and another in Borough Park , Brooklyn .

The city sheriff’s office pulled the plug on a Queens karaoke joint after patrons were spotted sneaking in and out of the bar through a nearby junk yard, authorities said.
Acting on a tip that the establishment was breaking the city’s coronavirus laws, deputies set up surveillance outside the Platinum Lounge on Fuller Place in Flushing at 10 p.m. Friday.
About 15 minutes later, deputies observed two male patrons exit from the side of the lounge through a scrap/salvage shop by following “a circuitous path through used automobile shells and machinery parts,” authorities said.
Deputies raiding the lounge found “individuals sitting at the bar with drinks and no food.”
Some 30-40 people, many not wearing masks, scurried out.
The deputies found beer and alcohol inside the premises, but no liquor license.
The business was closed, liquor was confiscated, and the remaining patrons were issued masks and escorted out.
The owner and staff were issued numerous summonses in violation of the mayor and governor’s executive order with regard to social distancing, indoor dining and also unauthorized warehousing of alcohol.
The Platinum Lounge sting marked the city’s fifth in under a month against a karaoke bar for COVID-19 violations — three more have been raided in Flushing, and another in Borough Park, Brooklyn.


newyorkpost--2020-10-04--Saints player tests positive for COVID-19 before team’s game vs. Lions

New Orleans Saints fullback Michael Burton tested positive in Detroit on Saturday night, multiple outlets reported, and he is being retested in an effort to confirm the diagnosis.
The NFL is also testing his close contacts, as he flew with the team to Detroit. USA Today reported that one of the four players being tested because of close contact is star running back Alvin Kamara.
The Saints are scheduled to play the Lions at 1 p.m. ET on Sunday.
Positive COVID-19 tests have already impacted two other games this week.
Numerous positives among the Tennessee Titans caused the NFL to postpone their game with the Pittsburgh Steelers from Sunday to Week 7, and the NFL has pushed the game between the New England Patriots and Kansas City Chiefs back to Monday or Tuesday after positive results on both teams.
Quarterback Cam Newton was the only Patriots player who tested positive, as of Saturday night, and the team officially placed him on the COVID-19 reserve list.
The NFL had not seen any game times or dates impacted by COVID-19 through the first three weeks.
Coincidentally, the Saints on Friday asked New Orleans mayor LaToya Cantrell to allow fans (approximately 25 percent of capacity) to attend the team’s game in the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on Oct. 12. NFL commissioner Roger Goodell also emailed the mayor asking for the same, according to a letter written by the Saints to season-ticket holders.


newyorkpost--2020-10-04--Ex-MLB player sought in ex-girlfriend’s killing dead of self-inflicted gunshot wound

A former professional baseball player sought in the shooting death of his ex-girlfriend in a Phoenix suburb was found dead Saturday of a self-inflicted gunshot wound at the Grand Canyon , police said .
The body of Charles Haeger , 37 , was discovered about 4 p.m. on a trail along the South Rim of the Grand Canyon in northern Arizona , Sgt .
Ben Hoster , a Scottsdale Police Department spokesman said in a statement Saturday night .
Police were seeking Haeger on suspicion of murder and aggravated assault in the fatal shooting Friday , Hoster said .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as Danielle Breed , 34 .
Breed owned The Tipsy Coyote Bar and Grill in Scottsdale , the Arizona Republic reported .
Earlier Saturday , Haeger ’ s unoccupied vehicle was found near Flagstaff in northern Arizona , police said .
Flagstaff is 118 miles ( 190 kilometers ) north of Scottsdale .
According to mlb.com , Haeger was a pitcher drafted by the Chicago White Sox in 2001 , and he played 83 innings in the major leagues .
His career included stints with the Boston Red Sox , Seattle Mariners and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ investigators determined that a male roommate of the victim heard gunshots when he returned to the residence Friday and that moments later Haeger emerged from the victim ’ s bedroom with a handgun .
“ Haeger then pointed the handgun at the roommate .
The roommate quickly escaped out of the back of the residence , and he was able to get a neighbor to call 911 , ” Hoster said in a statement .
Responding police found the victim dead in her bedroom , Hoster said .

A former Major League Baseball pitcher suspected of killing his ex-girlfriend shot himself dead in the Grand Canyon, according to police and reports.
The body of ex-hurler Charles Haeger, 37, was found on a trail along the South Rim of the Grand Canyon in northern Arizona at about 4 p.m. Saturday, said Scottsdale police Sgt. Ben Hoster in a statement.
Cops had been seeking Haeger in the fatal shooting of his 34-year-old bar-owner ex, Danielle Breed, a day earlier, Hoster said.
Haeger was drafted by the Chicago White Sox in 2001 and later played for the Boston Red Sox, Seattle Mariners and Los Angeles Dodgers. He played 83 innings in the major leagues, according to MLB.com.
Breed’s mother, Jane Long, told Fox10 News in Phoenix that her daughter had wanted to get a restraining order against the ex-pitcher.
“He was calling here and asking to, you know, get back together, and she’s like, ‘No, no, no, no, no,’ ” said the mom of Breed, who owned The Tipsy Coyote Bar and Grill in Scottsdale.
Hoster said a male roommate of Breed’s heard gunshots after he came home Friday and that moments later, Haeger came out of the bar owner’s bedroom holding a handgun.
“Haeger then pointed the handgun at the roommate. The roommate quickly escaped out of the back of the residence, and he was able to get a neighbor to call 911,” Hoster said.
Responding police found Breed dead in her bedroom, the official said.
Hours later, Haeger’s unoccupied vehicle was found near Flagstaff in northern Arizona, police said. Flagstaff is 118 miles north of Scottsdale.
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