sportsMonday, June 29, 2026
A personal tragedy struck the Dodgers today as Miguel Rojas's family survived devastating earthquakes in Venezuela. Meanwhile, the World Cup continues to produce off-field stories about identity and diplomacy, and MLB's Rangers are taking a cautious approach with a recovering pitcher.
The sports world reacted to a natural disaster that hit close to home for a major league player.
Two powerful earthquakes in Venezuela killed at least 1,450 people and collapsed over 770 buildings. Dodgers shortstop Miguel Rojas confirmed his wife, two children, and sister are safe, with two buildings collapsing just blocks from his family.
Beyond the on-field action, the tournament sparked stories about immigrant heritage and diplomatic gestures.
A Brazilian column notes that many World Cup teams, especially France, are built on children of immigrants, and reminds readers Brazil's own national team once had the same profile, formed by sons of immigrants and workers.
The Dutch KNVB emphasized sportsmanship and respect ahead of their Round of 16 match against Morocco, a stark contrast to PVV leader Geert Wilders' inflammatory social media post about the game.
In MLB, the Rangers are taking a patient approach with a key arm despite rotation woes.
Jordan Montgomery made a clean rehab start (2 scoreless innings, 3 Ks) for the Rangers, but the article argues the team should not rush him back despite rotation injuries, a sensible long-term view.
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