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Français (Afrique)Amid criticism, Bayern Munich’s Joshua Kimmich keeps producing
Bayern Munich midfielder Joshua Kimmich is in a weird position for his career.
Productive, versatile, and a leader, Kimmich has become a maligned figure in some segments of the Bayern Munich fanbase, but he also just keep performing.
How good has Kimmich been this season? Well, the site DataMB compiled some of Kimmich’s work and it is impressive to say the least:
No midfielder has more through passes or passes to final third per 90 than Joshua Kimmich in the Top 7 Leagues 🎯
◉ 99th percentile for forward passes
◉ 99th percentile for progressive passes
◉ 97th percentile for key passes
◉ 93rd percentile for forward pass %
◉ 82nd percentile for progressive carries
Kimmich is an absolutely vital part of the Bayern Munich’s record-breaking attack. While he is not scoring goals like Harry Kane, Michael Olise, and Luis Díaz, his work in the midfield and his vision definitely helps make like easier for the aforementioned trio.
If you are looking for more Bayern Munich and German national team coverage, check out the latest episodes of Bavarian Podcast Works, which you can get on Acast, Spotify, Apple, or any leading podcast distributor…
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Kyle Tucker enjoys Los Angeles Dodgers debut, seeks to join 30-20 club
Kyle Tucker enjoys Los Angeles Dodgers debut, seeks to join 30-20 club originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Kyle Tucker signed a free-agent contract that could end up forcing an MLB work stoppage after the current collective bargaining agreement expires at 11:59 p.m. ET on Dec. 1, 2026.
The issues, complicated by Tucker’s four-year, $240 million mega-deal, remain centered on the possibility that the owners implement a salary cap and a top-heavy economic structure across the 30 franchises.
Those discussions can be opened at a later date.
For now, Tucker finds himself competing on, potentially, one of the strongest clubs in MLB history. The Dodgers opened the regular season Thursday night with an 8-2 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks at Dodger Stadium. The Dodgers scored the final eight runs and cruised to the Opening Day win.
The 1927 New York Yankees?
The 2026 Dodgers could end up entering the best of all-time debate.
Kyle Tucker, L.A. Dodgers target three-peat
Tucker adds 30-home run, 20-stolen base potential to the Dodgers’ juggernaut. Nine players reached that milestone last season. If he can join that club, the Dodgers likely will remain sports-betting favorites to claim their third consecutive World Series title.
“I’ve played with some unbelievable players and teams in the past,” Tucker told NBC Sports’ Bob Costas during a post-game interview. “This is another one of those teams. We’re going to try to ride this all year long.”
Tucker made an early impact on the star-studded lineup, connecting on an RBI double in the seventh inning.
Tucker, who batted second in the lineup, also scored on Mookie Betts’ first hit of the season, extending the Dodgers’ advantage to 6-2 in the seventh inning.
Tucker said: “It feels great we started off (so) well.”
If Tucker joins the 30-20 club and the Dodgers remain healthy and focused, could they clinch their fifth consecutive NL West title in August?
Jamaica Edge Past New Caledonia, Near World Cup Spot
Jamaica won 1-0 over New Caledonia at Akron Stadium in Guadalajara, the second leg of the intercontinental playoff. The victory keeps the Caribbean side in contention for a World Cup berth, with a final match against the Democratic Republic of the Congo on March 31. Mexican fans turned out in large numbers, adding to the atmosphere of the playoff.
New Caledonia, ranked 150th in FIFA, fell short of the narrow margin needed to advance. The win means Jamaica will face the DRC, with the winner securing a spot at the World Cup.