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Athlete Activism

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sports2 years ago

Mookie Betts' Return to Boston: Finding His Voice and Reinvigorating the Dodgers

Mookie Betts, former Boston Red Sox player and current Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder, has embraced his platform and voice since joining the Dodgers. Betts has become more active on social media, participated in the Home Run Derby, and started hosting a podcast. He has also created his own production company and is working on a documentary about Jackie Robinson. Betts's return to Fenway Park for the first time since the trade will be an emotional moment, as he reflects on his growth and the opportunities he has found in Los Angeles.

sports2 years ago

Kyler Murray donates to survivor of Texas mall shooting with ties to far-right extremism.

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray donated $15,000 to the family of William Cho, a six-year-old survivor of the deadly shooting at an outlet mall in Allen, Texas. Murray went to high school near the mall where the shooting occurred, and several other athletes from Allen also offered their condolences. As of this writing, Cho's GoFundMe has received over 33,000 donations worth around $1.7 million. Murray is currently recovering from an ACL tear and is expected to miss the beginning of the 2023 season.