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Prigozhin plane crash: What's next after Wagner Group leader's apparent demise?

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ABC News spoke to experts about Vladimir Putin's possible strategy. While the circumstances surrounding the plane crash the U.S. assesses "likely" killed mercenary group leader Yevgeniy Prigozhin remain shrouded in mystery, Russia observers quickly concluded it was no accident, but rather an act of delayed vengeance orchestrated by the Kremlin. But if Vladimir Putin did order Prigozhin's plane brought down as payback for directing a short-lived armed rebellion in June, questions about why the Russian president chose to act now and what exactly he hopes to accomplish still swirl. The future of the Wagner Group, an influential paramilitary organization previously under Prigozhin's direction, is also unclear. ABC News spoke to analysts to about Putin's potential strategy, as well as the impact Prigozhin's death could have on Russia and other countries around the world. The leader of Russia's Wagner mercenary group Yevgeny Prigozhin is seen in an undis

Premier League team of the week: Gameweek 3

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The third week of Premier League action is in the books, and it was one that will live long in the memory. Late goals were flying in up and down the country as players took the chance to make names for themselves and seal points which, even at this early stage, look set to be incredibly valuable further down the line. Here's who made the cut for 90min 's team of the week. Premier League team of the week: Gameweek 3 GK: Alphonse Areola (West Ham) Areola was dominant / Charlie Crowhurst/GettyImages West Ham United pulled off the perfect smash-and-grab against Brighton & Hove Albion, winning 3-1 despite shipping 78% possession and 25 shots on goal. Unsurprisingly, Alphonse Areola was incredibly busy throughout the Game , making nine huge saves to prevent one of the Premier League 's most potent attacks from running riot. A heroic performance from the stopper. RB: Matty Cash (Aston Villa) Cash was among the goals / Neal Simpson/Allstar/GettyImages Given the freedom to push

Nationals vs Reds Prediction - MLB Picks 8/5/23

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Cincinnati Reds (59-53) vs Washington Nationals (47-63) Game Info: Saturday, August 5, 2023 at 4:10 pm (Great American Ball Park) Andrew Abbott (6-2) (2.35) vs Joan Adon (0-

Real Sociedad agree Kieran Tierney loan deal with Arsenal

Real Sociedad have reached agreement with Arsenal to sign defender Kieran Tierney on loan, 90min understands. The Basque-based club will feature in the Champions League after finishing fourth in La Liga last season - a fantastic reward for the continued progress made under manager Imanol Alguacil. Tierney has found himself on the periphery of Arsenal's side after initially struggling to command a place because of regular injuries, but even when fully fit, the Scotland international played second fiddle to Oleksandr Zinchenko last season. He has also seen Mikel Arteta add another option in versatile defender Jurrien Timber, though the Dutchman is set to miss an extended period of time because of an ACL tear. Nevertheless, Tierney is keen to play regular football and sources have confirmed to 90min that Real Sociedad have agreed a straight loan deal with Arsenal that will see the Spaniards cover his wages in full throughout the duration of his stay. There will be no buy option inc

West Ham close to Mohammed Kudus agreement after third bid

West Ham United are nearing an agree ment with Ajax for the signing of Mohammed Kudus, 90min understands. The Hammers have already had two bids turned down by Ajax, the latest of which was worth €40m (£34m) plus add-ons. But the need for West Ham to sign quality attacking reinforcements has seen the club continue negotiations with Ajax, with manager David Moyes and technical director Tim Steidten both pushing for Kudus to make the move to London Stadium. Sources have confirmed to 90min that a third offer has been lodged with Ajax, who did agree a fee with Brighton & Hove Albion earlier this summer only for Kudus to put the brakes on a move, worth €41m initially plus €3m in add-ons (£35m + £2.5m). There's a belief that Ajax will accept the offer, having countered West Ham's last bid with a €50m proposal, with a key factor being the Conference League winners' willingness to adjust the payment terms of the deal. 90min understands that West Ham had initially been offer

NBA Sixth Man of the Year Odds - Quickley & Brogdon Preseaon Favorites

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Last season was an utter tilt-a-whirl for Sixth Man of the Year contenders, as the NBA odds to crown the league's best bench player were in heavy flux all season. While Russell Westbrook was a comfortable favorite above mass movement for months, his seemingly-inevitable trade brought a starter's role and two new favorites — Immanuel Quickley and Malcolm Brogdon — whose odds oscillated violently down the stretch, with the latter eventually winning.  Both will be plugged into similar roles this season, so it's not a huge surprise to see their names atop the Sixth Man of the Year odds table for 2023-24.  Let's take a look at the rest of the preseason NBA 6MOY odds contenders.  Odds to win NBA Sixth Man of the Year Player Team Immanuel Quickley  New York Knicks +700 Malcolm Brogdon  Boston Celtics +800 Norman Powell Los Angeles Clippers +1,000 Bobby Portis Milwaukee Bucks +1,500 Malik Monk  Sacramento Kings +1,500 Chris Paul

Cardinals vs Pirates Prediction - MLB Picks 8/21/23

Pittsburgh Pirates (55-69) vs St. Louis Cardinals (55-70) Game Info: Monday, August 21, 2023 at 7:05 pm (PNC Park) Bailey Falter (0-7) (4.86) vs Drew Rom (0-0) (0.00) Betting Odds: Pittsburgh Pirates +105 / St. Louis Cardinals -128 --- Over/Under: 10.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds

Phillies vs Nationals Prediction - MLB Picks 8/20/23

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Washington Nationals (56-68) vs Philadelphia Phillies (67-56) Game Info: Sunday, August 20, 2023 at 7:10 pm (Muncy Bank Ballpark) Trevor Williams (5-7) (5.20) vs Zack Wheele