The 2024 TSSAA baseball playoffs are just around the corner, and the excitement is building up. As we gear up for the Tennessee high school season, let's take a look at some of the top Nashville area high school players who are set to light up the field.

Erik ten Hag is facing a potential 25% pay cut as Manchester United's manager next season if he manages to keep his job after the team's failure to qualify for the Champions League, according to sources at ESPN. Despite securing a spot in the FA Cup final for the second year in a row, the pressure on Ten Hag has been mounting, especially after United's recent surrender of a 3-0 lead to Coventry City in the semifinals.

Wow, check this out! The Senate just gave the green light for a whopping $95 billion foreign aid package destined for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan. It's a big move forward in getting this crucial support where it's needed most. The Senate was all in for this national security booster, scoring an impressive 80-19 vote in favor. And get this: even some Republicans who were on the fence before jumped on board this time around.

In a tragic turn of events, five people, including a child, lost their lives while attempting to cross the English Channel from France to the U.K. The French authorities reported the incident just hours after the British government approved a controversial migrant bill aimed at deporting some who entered the U.K. illegally to Rwanda.

Ben Stiller's heartbreak over the box office flop of Zoolander 2 was real, even his best Blue Steel couldn't mask it. He dives into the disappointing sequel in an upcoming episode of David Duchovny's new podcast, Fail Better. This podcast explores life's misses and how failure shapes us, and for Stiller, the experience was a rollercoaster of emotions.

Day 6 of the former President Trump's hush money trial was packed with revelations, featuring testimony from David Pecker, a seasoned tabloid editor. He spilled the beans on the "catch-and-kill" agreement he made with Trump and Michael Cohen during the 2016 presidential election, aiming to bury negative stories.

The Indianapolis Colts are eyeing Louisville offensive tackle Willie Tyler, with several other NFL teams also expressing interest. According to Aaron Wilson, the Colts, along with the Giants, 49ers, Jets, and Raiders, are keeping an eye on him.

The Raiders are on the lookout for more help on the interior defensive line, and that's no secret. However, it looks like they might not make a move until the third day of the 2024 NFL Draft.

The Golden State Warriors' season came to an abrupt end courtesy of the Sacramento Kings. Steve Kerr's squad had a rollercoaster 82-game run, struggling with consistency as several players fell short of their usual form, while others battled through injuries.

The Vancouver Canucks will have to go into Game 2 against the Nashville Predators without their goalie Thatcher Demko, who's out day-to-day due to an injury. Coach Rick Tocchet mentioned that Demko skated yesterday but won't be able to play tonight. Although Tocchet wasn't certain if the injury occurred during the last game, he emphasized it's not related to his previous knee injury.

Rishi Sunak's Rwanda bill is set to become law following a late-night parliamentary showdown. Despite strong criticism, including concerns about the legality and ethics of sending asylum seekers to Africa, the bill passed after the Lords dropped their opposition.

Shōgun, the TV series, is a fascinating blend of American production and Japanese culture. Although it's made by Americans and based on an American novel, it's deeply immersed in Japanese settings and traditions. It's a unique cross-cultural creation that stands out in the world of TV shows.

Heading to Provo, Brody Kozlowski, a standout four-star recruit from Corner Canyon, is taking a new path after initially committing to USC. He recently announced on social media that he's reversing course, opting to sign with BYU. This decision comes in the wake of coaching changes, with USC's Andy Enfield departing for SMU.

The Dallas Stars faced a tough start to their playoff series against the Vegas Golden Knights, losing 4-3 in Game 1. The Knights came out strong, grabbing the lead just 83 seconds into the game, setting the tone for the night. Despite the loss, Dallas remains optimistic, knowing one game doesn't determine the outcome of the series.

The NFL Draft is here, and that means it's time to get excited, speculate wildly, and dream big!

Jamal Murray's epic shot over Anthony Davis at the buzzer was so insane that he didn't even see it go in live! The Denver Nuggets pulled off a jaw-dropping 101-99 win against the Los Angeles Lakers, coming back from a massive 20-point deficit in the second half. The whole stadium erupted as Murray's shot swished through the net, and he fell into the Nuggets' bench in celebration.

President Joe Biden has assured Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky of swift action to send fresh military aid, following the passing of a $61 billion support package by US lawmakers. The House of Representatives greenlit the bill after months of political deadlock. If all goes as expected, the Senate will approve the bill on Tuesday, paving the way for significant support for Kyiv, including increased air defenses.

Over the weekend, the Spice Girls had a mini-reunion at Victoria Beckham's 50th birthday bash, and it was epic! They surprised everyone with a spontaneous dance routine to their '90s smash hit "Stop." The video, captured by Victoria's hubby, David Beckham, showed Geri, Emma, Mel C, Mel B, and Victoria dancing in the same iconic lineup as their 1997 music video.

In the first criminal trial of a former president, a prosecutor accused Donald Trump of orchestrating a criminal scheme to corrupt the 2016 presidential election. The prosecutor, Matthew Colangelo, told jurors that Trump conspired with his lawyer Michael Cohen and David Pecker, the former publisher of the National Enquirer, to corrupt the election. He said Trump then covered up the conspiracy by lying in his New York business records.

The Colorado House just passed three more gun-related bills after a historic vote to advance a ban on many high-powered, semi-automatic guns. These bills are now headed for debate in the Capitol. Over the weekend, votes were cast on gun dealer licensing, insurance requirements for gun owners, and taxes on sales of guns and ammunition. Only Democrats supported these bills, with varying numbers of the majority caucus opposing each one, alongside Republicans.