Monday’s prep highlights: Rantoul baseball, Fisher softball, Central soccer win big

Mar. 25—In baseball Three hits from — including a triple — helped the Chargers secure a road win over the Panthers (2-2) in nonconference play, with adding a double among two hits of his own to help the winning cause. racked up eight strikeouts in four innings on the bump for the Chargers (1-3), with ‘s three-hit effort leading the Panthers. Two hits apiece from , and helped the Maroons (4-2) …

Angels release former No. 1 overall pick Mickey Moniak, opening a roster spot for an outfielder

The Los Angeles Angels released outfielder Mickey Moniak on Tuesday. Moniak hit .219 with 14 homers and 49 RBIs last season for the Angels, who acquired the former No. 1 overall pick from Philadelphia in August 2022 in a trade for pitcher Noah Syndergaard. In 2 1/2 seasons with Los Angeles, Moniak batted .242 with 100 RBIs and a .709 OPS.

Rangers punished by UEFA over anti-woke stadium banner

Rangers was sanctioned by UEFA on Tuesday after fans held up a giant anti-woke banner during a Europa League game against Fenerbahce. The Scottish club was told it would have to close its famed Copland Stand for one match if there were any repeat acts of racist and/or discriminatory behavior within two years. “This punishment must serve as a severe and significant reminder to the small minority of supporters who bring the name of Rangers into disrepute,” the 55-time Scottish champion said in a statement.