Scottie Scheffler of the United States speaks during a press conference ahead of the British Open Golf championships at Royal Birkdale golf club, in Southport, England, Tuesday. (AP Photo/David Goldman)

Scheffler

hits reset

SOUTHPORT, England (AP) — Scottie Scheffler had to figure out what to do with himself after missing the cut in the Scottish Open for the first time in four years. But it’s not all bad. It has given the world’s No. 1 player a chance to hit the reset button.

And it gave him an extra day to get to know Royal Birkdale. What he saw was a yellow links course that is fast and firm. Scheffler and Justin Rose are among those who believe learning the right bounces on the fairway are going to be key to winning the silver claret jug.

Lockout

expected

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The head of baseball’s players’ union criticized management for its salary cap campaign. Bruce Meyer says the sport is thriving despite claims that change is needed.

He accused MLB of trying to persuade fans the game is broken. Attendance has increased this season.

Commissioner Rob Manfred says the cap proposal responds to fans’ concerns about competitive balance. He argues smaller markets need hope for success.

MLB’s recent changes, like expanded playoffs and a pitch clock, have been popular. The current labor contract expires Dec. 1 and a lockout is expected.

Meyer believes a cap would harm players long-term.

MLB discusses

Olympics

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Major League Baseball remains in early talks to have major leaguers play in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Players want assurances about accommodations. MLB envisions an 11-day All-Star break, with the Olympic tournament at Dodger Stadium from July 13-19.

Five entities are involved in negotiations, including the International Olympic Committee.

MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred says it’s a unique opportunity to market the sport. MLB wants player participation to be mandatory. Discussions are ongoing, with the union focusing on player quality of life.

Cholowsky

accepts bonus

CHICAGO (AP) — Roch Cholowsky has agreed to a contract with the Chicago White Sox that includes a record-breaking $10.35 million signing bonus after he was the No. 1 overall pick in last weekend’s amateur draft.

A person familiar with the contract confirmed the agreement to the AP because it hadn’t been announced by the team. The slot value for the top pick this year was $11,350,600. Cholowsky’s bonus tops the previous mark of $9.25 million for the amateur draft that belonged to Reds pitcher Chase Burns and Rockies prospect Charlie Condon, two of the top three selections in 2024.