The GIST: A COVID-19-related postponement, a first pitch, first hit major league debut, a fan throwing a ball at a player — this weekend’s Red Sox vs. NY Yankees series had more drama than an episode of Mare of Easttown.

The GIST: While we’re impatiently waiting for Wednesday’s expansion draft to sailgate with the Kraken at Lake Union, let’s catch up on the Mariners and soccer news.

The GIST: Before the Seattle Kraken can take to the ice in October as the NHL’s official 32nd team, they’ll need some players first. Here’s “the gist” on Wednesday’s expansion draft.

The GIST: The long-awaited, highly anticipated 2020 Tokyo Olympics are days away, and — surprise, surprise — COVID-19 is already stealing the show.

The GIST: Another weekend, another sweep of the Rangers. Hey, at least Cowboys training camp starts this week. Is it September yet?