Daily Sports Brief - May 10, 2025

Welcome to your Daily Sports Brief for Saturday, May 10, 2025! Grab your favorite beverage and settle in as we break down the most exciting and bizarre sports stories from yesterday. From game highlights to players who made history, we've got it all covered.

🏀 Top Sports Stories

1. Mitchell's Masterclass Keeps Cavs Alive

Donovan Mitchell erupted for 43 points, leading the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 126–104 victory over the Indiana Pacers in Game 3 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series. The win trims the Pacers' series lead to 2–1 and keeps Cleveland's playoff hopes alive.

2. Jasson Domínguez's Home Run Hat Trick

Jasson Domínguez put on a show, blasting three home runs and driving in seven RBIs to power the New York Yankees past the Oakland Athletics 10–2. The 21-year-old phenom's offensive explosion was the catalyst in the Yankees' dominant win.

3. Marchand's OT Magic Lifts Panthers

Brad Marchand scored at 15:27 of overtime to give the Florida Panthers a thrilling 5–4 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs in Game 3. The win cuts Toronto's series lead to 2–1 and injects new life into Florida's playoff run.

📊 Score Recaps with Key Stats

NBA

• Cavaliers 126 – Pacers 104
  Donovan Mitchell: 43 points, 6 assists, 5 rebounds.

MLB

• Yankees 10 – Athletics 2
  Jasson Domínguez: 3 HRs, 7 RBIs.

• Dodgers 14 – Diamondbacks 11
  Shohei Ohtani: Game-winning 3-run HR in the 9th inning.

• Tigers 2 – Rangers 1
  Tarik Skubal: 7 IP, 12 K, 0 BB, 2 H, 1 ER.

• Blue Jays 6 – Mariners 3
  Addison Barger: 3 doubles, multiple extra-base hits.

• Pirates 3 – Braves 2
  Pittsburgh secures a close victory at home.

• Cardinals 10 – Nationals 0
  Erick Fedde: Complete game shutout, 6 hits allowed.

• Rays 4 – Brewers 3
  Tampa Bay edges out Milwaukee in a tight contest.

• Mets 7 – Cubs 2
  Kyle Tucker and Michael Busch each hit home runs.

• Guardians 6 – Phillies 0
  Cleveland's pitching staff combines for a shutout.

• White Sox 6 – Marlins 2
  Chicago's offense leads the way to victory.

• Royals 2 – Red Sox 1
  Kansas City secures their sixth consecutive win.

• Twins 3 – Giants 1
  Chris Paddack: 7 IP, 6 K, 1 ER.

• Astros 3 – Reds 0
  Houston's pitching staff delivers a shutout performance.

• Padres 13 – Rockies 9
  Martín Maldonado: 2-run HR during a 5-run 5th inning.

• Orioles 4 – Angels 1
  Baltimore's pitching holds Los Angeles to a single run.

NHL

• Jets 4 – Stars 0
  Connor Hellebuyck: 21 saves for his fourth career playoff shutout.

• Panthers 5 – Maple Leafs 4 (OT)
  Brad Marchand's deflected shot in overtime secured the win.

MLS

• Chicago Fire FC II 2 – FC Cincinnati 2 1
  Jean-Alpha Diouf and Jason Shokalook each scored to give Chicago the win.

NFL (Offseason News)

• Buffalo Bills Claim DT Casey Rogers
  The Bills have claimed defensive tackle Casey Rogers off waivers from the New York Giants, adding depth to their defensive line.

• Quinn Ewers Aims to Make His Mark
  After a surprising slide to the seventh round of the NFL Draft, quarterback Quinn Ewers is determined to prove himself with the Miami Dolphins.

🌟 Player of the Day

Jasson Domínguez (Yankees)
The 21-year-old slugger had a night to remember, launching three home runs and driving in seven runs to lead the Yankees to a 10–2 victory over the Athletics.

⚡ Quick Hits

• NFL Roster Moves: The San Francisco 49ers have waived defensive lineman Drake Jackson, while Gabe Taylor, younger brother of the late Sean Taylor, is trying out for the Washington Commanders.

• Bucs Bolster Roster: The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have signed 15 undrafted free agents, including Florida DL Desmond Watson and Colorado S Shilo Sanders.

🎂 Sports People Born on May 10

• Richarlison (1997) – Brazilian soccer star known for his flair and goal-scoring prowess.

• Missy Franklin (1995) – American swimmer and five-time Olympic gold medalist.

• Salvador Pérez (1990) – Venezuelan catcher and seven-time MLB All-Star.

• Dennis Bergkamp (1969) – Dutch football legend and Arsenal icon.

• Hélio Castroneves (1975) – Brazilian race car driver and four-time Indianapolis 500 winner.

🕯️ Sports People Who Died on May 10

• Néstor Montelongo (2021) – Uruguayan soccer player who earned 36 caps for the national team.

📅 Greatest Sports Fact of the Day in Sports History

On May 10, 1970, Bobby Orr scored one of the most iconic goals in NHL history, flying through the air after netting the Stanley Cup-winning goal in overtime for the Boston Bruins. The image of Orr's airborne celebration remains one of the most enduring in sports lore.

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