happy go lucky Once in possession of the obtained information, including but not limited to names, contact details, financial records, and even social security numbers, the man would then meticulously curate the data to create personalized lucky bags. These lucky bags would then be sold at premium prices to willing buyers seeking to participate in his so-called "exclusive promotions."Austin Slater tried to go into free agency with no expectations, which the outfielder admitted “is a little hard.” Would the veteran of parts of eight big-league seasons with the San Francisco Giants, Cincinnati Reds and Baltimore Orioles find a home relatively quickly? Or would he come to an agreement closer to spring training? “I’m glad this is the way that it went and excited about the spot that I landed in,” said Slater, who formally agreed to a one-year, $1.75 million deal with the Chicago White Sox on Wednesday. Slater, 31, said the Sox were the first team to reach out. “They told me I was their top target, and that was super encouraging,” he said Thursday. “That meant a lot, considering how difficult I felt last year went. I talked to (manager) Will Venable a couple times before signing and got really good vibes from him. “I just liked the message he was putting forth: an opportunity to play. Playing time and being a leader in the clubhouse were both pretty important things for me throughout this process. I’m thrilled about the opportunity.” The right-handed-hitting Slater has a career .271/.364/.429 slash line against lefties and provides flexibility for a Sox outfield that includes left-handed hitters in left field (Andrew Benintendi) and right (Dominic Fletcher). “On paper it’s a great fit, in terms of the lefty outfielders and my career stats against lefties, to kind of shield some guys from some platoon splits,” Slater said. “The versatility, too, to play all three outfield spots I think was a draw for them as well.” Slater, along with prospects Colson Montgomery and Grant Taylor, met with reporters via video conferences this week. Here are three takeaways from those sessions. The Orioles’ Austin Slater singles in Ryan O’Hearn from third base for the go-ahead run against the White Sox on Sept. 2, 2024, in Baltimore. (Kenneth K. Lam/The Baltimore Sun) Slater slashed .209/.321/.266 in 84 combined games with the Giants, Reds and Orioles during what he called a “pretty disappointing” 2024 season. His best stint came in Baltimore, where he slashed .246/.342/.333 in 33 games. Ryan Fuller, recently named the Sox director of hitting , was the Orioles co-hitting coach. “Ryan’s the best,” Slater said. “He understands the swing, which is obviously very important, but what I took away the most was what he talked about on the mental side of the game, especially for hitters, it being so up and down, frustrating at times. He had a lot of great wisdom and teaching points on that aspect of the game.” Slater said Fuller’s hiring was part of his decision to sign with the Sox. “It was definitely a huge factor for me to work with someone that I enjoyed working with,” he said, “and I felt like there was more to be kind of unlocked.” A lat injury limited Taylor to four starts this year for Class A Kannapolis. The right-hander worked his way back, making four starts during the Arizona Fall League. “That was really big for the mind,” Taylor said Wednesday. “Once you get back in a game, it’s like, ‘Oh, yeah, I’m back.’” Related Articles Chicago White Sox | Chris Sale and Tarik Skubal win MLB Cy Young Awards after both were pitching triple crown winners Chicago White Sox | How Chicago White Sox prospect Colson Montgomery put ‘ego and pride away’ to make most of his AFL stint Chicago White Sox | Chicago White Sox sign veteran Austin Slater for outfield depth Chicago White Sox | Garrett Crochet named AL Comeback Player of the Year — he’s the 2nd straight Chicago White Sox player to win it Chicago White Sox | Ryan Fuller looks to be a ‘catalyst to connect everyone’ in new role as Chicago White Sox director of hitting Taylor went 2-0 with a 9.39 ERA in the AFL with the Glendale Desert Dogs. He struck out 13 in 7 2/3 innings. “Obviously there’s some pitches I felt like I could have thrown better,” he said. “Some at-bats I could have done better against. But overall I think it was really good for my progression into next year and understanding what I need to get better at for next season. “I was really happy that I was selected for the Fall Stars Game, and I was really excited about going out there and getting a zero (in one inning) against the Arizona Fall League All-Stars. That’s a pretty good lineup considering it’s the all-star game.” The Sox selected Taylor in the second round of the 2023 draft out of LSU. Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander Paul Skenes , voted the National League Rookie of the Year on Monday, was Taylor’s teammate at LSU and the No. 1 pick in that year’s draft. “I’ll talk to him and he’ll tell me different stuff that he notices throughout the league, and he’s like, ‘You can be here very soon, dude,’” Taylor said. “It’s pretty cool for one of my really, really good buddies to believe I can be right up there with him, and he’s at the top of the league.” Taylor, 22, missed the 2023 season recovering from Tommy John surgery. He had a 1.13 ERA this year with Kannapolis, striking out 25 in 16 innings. MLB.com ranks him as the No. 6 prospect in the Sox system. “The main goal (this offseason) is just to make sure my body stays in a really good position come February (and) March so I can break camp healthy,” he said. White Sox prospect Colson Montgomery throws to first base during the All-Star Futures Game at Globe Life Field on July 13, 2024, in Arlington, Texas. (Richard Rodriguez/Getty Images) Montgomery spent time at third base during the Arizona Fall League , but the shortstop made it clear Wednesday that was a specific case. “I was (doing) anything to help the (Desert Dogs) win and to get in the lineup,” Montgomery said. “I’m a shortstop, and that’s it.” Montgomery liked the progress he made defensively in 2024 at Triple-A Charlotte. He had a .963 fielding percentage, the best of his four years in the minors. “Biggest thing was I improved my internal clock a lot and I felt I was locked in the whole time when I was playing shortstop,” he said. “I was always thinking, ‘If the ball is hit to me, where am I going?’ Not waiting. I was already ahead of it. “And I was thinking the ball was going to be hit to me every single time, and I was going to do whatever I could to keep the ball in the infield and help our pitchers out.”

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Published 22:11 IST, November 23rd 2024 In the name of open economy, we allowed other countries to get an advantageous playing field in the country and this has to stop, said External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday. Bengaluru : In the name of open economy, we allowed other countries to get an advantageous playing field in the country and this has to stop, said External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday. Jaishankar was delivering a virtual keynote address at the 8th India Idea Conclave at Bengaluru. This year, the conclave, organised by India Foundation, is exploring the theme, ‘building Brand Bharath’. “In the name of globalisation, we actually hollowed out the manufacturing. SMEs have been hurting for the last 30 years because they see unfair competition, see subsidised goods coming into the country. If we cannot protect them, they cannot compete,” he said. According to Jaishankar, under Modi’s ‘Brand Bharath’, this is being done differently as 'Make in India' has moved from aspiration to an assertion. “Look at semi conductors industry. We understand today semi conductor will be a make or break for a country like India,” he said, adding that where India that is Bharath is doing things differently is in taking the hard calls were necessary. One such call is being prudent on foreign direct investments (FDI), said Jaishankar. “I can tell you, in every FDI negotiation, we think very long, very hard. We are very concerned both about the social fabric and employment consequences of an FDI, as well as its national security implications,” the Minister said. He added that the Modi government will never sign an FDI if these are not addressed. “And I think that is the departure from the past,” he said. The minister also said since PM Modi took over, if he has to pick a region where India has really built a Brand Bharath, it would be the Middle East. According to him, traditional belief is that if a country does well with Israel, it will lose all other players in the region. But he pointed out that India has proved this conventional wisdom wrong in the last 10 years. “Today, Brand Bharath is seen as an ambitious brand. We are not just one among many willing to go with the flow. We will take the hard calls, put in resources, and we will stay in touch with the contemporary world... Under PM Modi, that really has been the big change, which is why our brand is different,” said Jaishankar. The India Idea Concalve concludes on November 24. Get Current Updates on India News , Entertainment News along with Latest News and Top Headlines from India and around the world. 22:11 IST, November 23rd 20245. Jiangsu Investment Group

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Neebing council may consider the possibility of having its landfills open one day during the week, but the idea would likely have to be put forward as a formal request. “If someone wants to bring it forward to council as a suggested change, then council would review it,” clerk-treasurer Erika Kromm said on Wednesday. Neebing’s Sand Hill and Scoble landfills are currently only open on weekends. A resident recently posted on social media that having one day during the week would be more convenient, noting that some other rural municipalities offer that option. Kromm said having Neebing’s landfills open during the week hasn’t been discussed in recent years. Neebing also maintains two “sharing sheds,” which residents can use to drop off or pick up second-hand items that are in good and clean condition and meet certain criteria. The municipality has said that it may have to shut down the shed program if some residents don’t refrain from dropping off items that clearly can’t be reused, like old clothing and worn-out furniture and couches.As the release date of 2025 draws near, the buzz surrounding "Nezha 2" continues to grow, fueled by teasers, trailers, and promotional materials. The film's marketing campaign is expected to be a major event in itself, generating excitement and anticipation among existing fans and new audiences alike.

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It is imperative that pet owners remain vigilant and informed about the quality and safety of the pet food products they choose for their beloved animals. The well-being and health of our furry companions depend on the responsible choices we make as consumers, and it is incumbent upon us to demand transparency and accountability from pet food manufacturers.According to eyewitness accounts and official reports, the ambulance was en route to the factory to respond to an emergency situation when it was suddenly blocked by a car parked in the middle of the road leading to the entrance. The driver of the ambulance, along with medical personnel on board, were left stranded as they attempted to navigate through the congested area. Despite repeated requests for the car owner to move the vehicle, the individual allegedly refused to cooperate and even engaged in a heated argument with the emergency responders.

But behind the elderly man's comical antics and flair for adventure, there was a deeper story waiting to be discovered. Those who took the time to strike up a conversation with him were greeted with tales of a life well-lived, of hardships endured and triumphs celebrated. He spoke of a time when the world was simpler, when people took the time to stop and appreciate the small moments that made life worth living.In a recent development, Manchester United has decided to abolish the position of a sporting director within the club. This decision marks a significant shift in the management structure as the club aims to streamline its operations and decision-making process. The move has sparked a debate among fans and analysts, with many questioning the implications it may have on the club's future performance and strategic planning.

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