contention

At 66 years old, two-time World Series champion and three-time manager of the year Terry Francona came out of what appeared to be his managerial retirement to take another crack at contention with upstart Cincinnati.

Others jockeying for contention are pitching themselves as offering a breath of fresh air.

But the Angels didn’t sell at the trade deadline, declaring they were in serious contention without buying any serious upgrades.

And the circumstances are full of the same sulphurous contention that used once to mark his every move.

"We are very aware of this aspect, but we let them race, because they both deserve to pursue their aspirations. Therefore, yes, Verstappen and Red Bull in contention for the drivers' championship."