Rays send promising prospects to Marlins to net Liam Hicks: MLB trade grades
The Marlins acquired two of the Rays' former first-round picks and a potential starter in the deal.
The Marlins acquired two of the Rays' former first-round picks and a potential starter in the deal.
The bullpen has been a weak spot for the Pirates, who are 3 1/2 games out of the final NL wild-card spot.
The Red Sox added one of the game's better catchers in a deal with a division rival, sending Carlos Narváez and three prospects to the O's.
Matt King may not boast the public profile of his predecessor Laurie Daley, but the new Blues coach has an impressive resume as a player and assistant and is highly rated by NSW staff and players alike.
The Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine study found some correlation between Achilles tears and increased playing time before the injury.
Padres exec A.J. Preller has never been afraid to part with good prospects to get what he wants. This trade was no different.
The Mariners have had black holes offensively at third base and right field this season. Ward should help fill one of those voids.
Chris Bosh said that he "almost dropped dead" from a blood clot in January and urged Victor Wembanyama to stay on top of his condition.
Ray, 34, has taken the ball consistently for the Giants this season, posting a 3.08 ERA in 122 2/3 innings.
After seven years with the Royals, Kris Bubic's time in Kansas City has come to an end.
London Stadium recommends West Ham's co-owner stay away amid fears of fan unrest following sexual misconduct claims.
Como agree a deal worth more than £30m to sign Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah.
Free agent Jordan Henderson signs a two-year deal with Chelsea after his contract with Premier League rivals Brentford is mutually terminated.
Henderson becomes Chelsea’s eighth signing of the summer and arrives less than a week after mutually terminating his Brentford contract.
BBC Sport's Aadam Patel reports on the latest from the Liverpool tour of the United States.
Christos Tzolis has spoken for the first time since his summer move to Arsenal.
Newcastle United sign goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek from Braga for £25.7m.
Everton competed for the European places before falling away last season. BBC Sport examines whether David Moyes is the right man to turn them around this term.
Work out the identity of today's player in as few attempts as possible.
Manchester City forward Antoine Semenyo hails new manager Enzo Maresca's style of play as "music to my ears" after showcasing early signs of his role under the Italian.
Real Madrid and Vinicius Jr will resume contract talks this week as Arsenal wait in the wings.
Trevoh Chalobah’s long association with Chelsea is set to end after Como agreed a deal worth an initial £25.7m (€30m). The England World Cup defender’s departurte was agreed on the same day the club completed the signing of Jordan Henderson.
Newly promoted Women's Super League club Crystal Palace have signed Tottenham defender Molly Bartrip for an undisclosed fee.
He divided opinion but made the most of a small budget – his successor must work with youngsters not big signings. “If we want to compete at this later stage, we’ve seen what we’ve got to do, as a club.
Arsenal have stepped up their attempt to sign Bruno Guimarães by finally beginning formal transfer negotiations and making an opening offer, which Newcastle have rejected.
Bosnia and Herzegovina captain Edin Dzeko, 40, signs a one-year contract extension at newly promoted Bundesliga side Schalke.
U.S. Soccer has brought back its USMNT coach, but given the track record of renewals, there's reason to wonder whether it's the right call.
Mikel Arteta’s team and the Brazilian star could be a perfect match. It also could be a risk that ends in disaster Sometimes what is needed is something different.
Sign up now! Sign up now! Sign up now? Sign up now! Here we go again. And, no, we are not talking about the start of the new Scottish Premiership season or the preliminary round of the Carabao Cup – although that Tranmere v Rochdale shootout was a cracker.
The Bosnia and Herzegovina international joined Schalke in January and scored six goals in 11 appearances.
Liam Hicks will be heading across the state of Florida to join the Rays.
Arraez boosts a Phillies offense that has been taking on water, while the Giants get two pitchers with upside.
Ward can give Seattle walks and runs, but where exactly he'll be on the field remains a question.
Adell is who he is — a corner outfielder with clear flaws both offensively and defensively. That’s not a player the industry values greatly.
Toronto gets a mid-rotation starter to slot in behind Dylan Cease for the next two years, while the Angels get their new No. 1 prospect.
The Seattle Mariners got a good look at power-hitting outfielder Taylor Ward when he was a member of the rival Los Angeles Angels. With the team desperate to make a playoff push, Seattle decided to acquire Ward from the Baltimore Orioles on Monday, per ESPN's Jeff Passan.
After 10 years in the Los Angeles Angels organization, outfielder Jo Adell is moving on to a new team. Adell was traded to the Cleveland Guardians before Monday's MLB trade deadline; both teamshave confirmed the deal.
The Orioles have traded outfielder Taylor Ward, who will be a free agent after this season.
George Kirby could be the next controllable starter moved. The Red Sox are aiming for a shortstop, but CJ Abrams appears to be staying put.
This exchange is a beneficial deal for two teams that find themselves in unexpected positions at the trade deadline.
The market's top rental bat is reportedly off the board. Contact wizard Luis Arraez is heading from San Francisco to Philadelphia, according to ESPN's Jeff Passan. The 29-year-old Venezuelan has been one of the game's most unique position players for a while now.
Brooks Raley gives the Phillies an option to hold down the dangerous lefty bats of the Dodgers in the postseason.
The lefty and righty will provide a boost to a Phillies bullpen that has run on fumes in recent weeks.
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. Less than 24 hours ago, the Toronto Blue Jays began their trade deadline as a seller, sending longtime veteran starting pitcher Kevin Gausman to the Chicago Cubs. But even in a disappointing 2026 season, it's clear the Blue Jays don't plan to be down for long.
In Soriano, the Blue Jays fill a vacancy created when they traded Kevin Gausman to the Cubs on Sunday.
Phillies exec Dave Dombrowski cashed in Ramon Marquez’s tantalizing-but-uncertain future for a piece he badly needed here and now.
The Phillies turned to an outside-the-box-solution to upgrade their offense by landing second baseman Luis Arraez in a deal with the Giants.
Luis Arraez has found a new home, with the San Francisco Giants trading the infielder to the Philadelphia Phillies on Monday, according to ESPN's Jeff Passan. Right-hander Kaleb Kilian is also part of the deal. The Giants' return includes the Phillies' No.
The Blue Jays parted with a top prospect as they managed to both sell and buy before the deadline.
Australian allrounder Heather Graham took two wickets before her 35 not out secured a last-ball victory.
Welsh Fire condemn Southern Brave to their first defeat of this season's Hundred as they post a dramatic four-wicket victory in Cardiff.
Ireland's five-game ODI series against Afghanistan this week marks the start of their preparations for next year's World Cup qualifying tournament.
The eight-team tournament is likely to be played between August 28 and September 13.
Sajid took four and three bowlers took two each for Pakistan in an extended session.
United States international Bodugum Akhilesh Reddy is banned from all forms of cricket for eight years after being found guilty of match-fixing.
He will take over in both red and white-ball formats.
Scotland's one-day international against United Arab Emirates is abandoned without a ball being bowled because of persistent rain in Broughty Ferry.
Netherlands all-rounder Colin Ackermann agrees a new deal to stay with Durham until the end of the 2028 season.
The allrounder alleges "disrespect" and "indifference" as reasons behind his move.
F1.com's Lawrence Barretto picks his winners and losers from the 2026 season so far.
Williams were a squad many of their midfield rivals envied in 2025, having returned to the Grand Prix podium with new signing Carlos Sainz and risen to fifth position in the Teams’ Championship – their best classification since the 2017 season.
Kimi Antonelli has reflected back on the pressure he felt during his rookie season with Mercedes in 2025.
F1.com rounds up five of the key lessons from the first half of the 2026 Formula 1 season.
Ahead of a busy second half of the Formula 1 season, how do the drivers recharge during their summer break?.
At the halfway point of the 2026 season, we asked our writers to give us their take on how the campaign has unfolded so far – as well as sharing some bold predictions for the rest of the year.
Rafael Camara has admitted that Ollie Bearman’s path to F1 as a Ferrari-backed driver is giving him added motivation to “keep working” and “keep improving” – as the Brazilian youngster looks to earn his own chance in the top echelon.
Several big talking points have emerged during the first half of the 2026 F1 season.
The world of F1 is on a short hiatus, the teams enjoying a break from racing before the season resumes in the Netherlands later in August. Some drivers need a chance to get away after a tricky run of races but others would have liked to keep the momentum going.
Kimi Antonelli has been rewriting the record books in 2026, the 19-year-old going on a five-race winning streak earlier in the season as he showed everyone why Toto Wolff rated him so highly.
MotoGP is back this weekend – and there’s everything to race for at fast, fearless Silverstone.
The summer break is finally over! Round 12 of the season is upon us as MotoGP arrives at the home of unpredictability with a slightly different look to Sunday's schedule!.
Haas were back in action at Japan’s Fuji Speedway this week as the team staged another event for their fans – while giving Toyota-backed drivers Sho Tsuboi and Nirei Fukuzumi time in F1 machinery.
Aston Martin Team Principal Adrian Newey has given his take on whether Fernando Alonso will continue on with the squad into 2027.
McLaren driver Lando Norris has expressed satisfaction over the level of performance he is delivering in 2026, believing he has driven “better than I probably did to this point last year”, when he was pushing for a maiden F1 world title.
After a busy first half of the 2026 campaign, F1 drivers and teams are now enjoying a well-earned break. The perfect moment, then, to reflect on some of the hot topics from the year so far – take the Mercedes intra-team battle or Lewis Hamilton’s resurgence with Ferrari…
Buriram to host the opening round of MotoGP's new regulations cycle as the championship begins its 79th season.
The Spanish rider returns to the paddock for the second time this season.
In the latest instalment of Off The Grid, Liam Lawson clears his schedule for a day to give us a look at his life away from the track – and in return, we take him to a place we know he'll love, just a short drive away from where he lives...
Lando Norris, Oscar Piastri and Leonardo Fornaroli were all in action for McLaren on Wednesday as the team carried out Testing of Previous Cars (TPC) running in Portugal.
Two-time Challenge Cup winner Scott Taylor will return to Hull FC to be part of Steve McNamara's new-look coaching team for 2027.
Leigh Leopards release Australian prop Aaron Pene early from his contract after only 15 Super League games for the club.
Phil Gould explains why PNG needs concessions after Wayne Bennett labelled them "unfair".
Cameron Smith laments the performance from the Cowboys and explains why he's not entirely convinced by the Roosters yet.
Cameron Smith declares it's unlikely Billy Slater will take over from Craig Bellamy.
Adam Doueihi and the Tigers may have publicly kissed and made up last week following another dramatic saga but a belief remains that there’s still plenty of tension at the club.
North Queensland co-captain Tom Dearden has cleared the air about his future and given the club a boost as he targets returning from injury to inspire a finals run.
Former Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles halfback and ABC Sport rugby league commentator John Gibbs has been diagnosed with cancer.
NRLW Magic Round was a celebration of regional rugby league, welcoming more than 14,000 spectators and uniting players in their praise for the Riverina’s embrace of the women’s game.
Superstar fullback Tom Trbojevic hoped to return from a hamstring strain in Saturday’s blockbuster in Perth, but Sea Eagles staff have opted to keep him on ice for at least one more week.
Subscribe to The Kevin O'Connor ShowApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeKevin O'Connor kicks off his NBA entertainment rankings, starting with the Brooklyn Nets, who are coming off a tough 20-win season. Are Mikel Brown Jr.
Former Clemson forward RJ Godfrey has committed to Arizona, addressing what had been the biggest need on coach Tommy Lloyd's roster. Godfrey announced the decision Sunday on Instagram, posting "Committed" alongside a photo of himself in an Arizona jersey.
The NBA's current collective bargaining agreement, which took effect in 2023, has substantially reduced player movement in free agency. Just 35 free agents signed with new teams this summer, while 75 percent of players under contract remain on the same roster as last season.
Zach LaVine is one of a few veterans who now seem an odd fit with the rebuilding Sacramento Kings. That's sparked speculation that LaVine and Sacramento could work on a buyout. However, the Kings have no interest in a buyout for LaVine at this time.
In this exercise, we're choosing a starting lineup and bench that we believe will make the most sense when the Celtics are fully healthy.
We're asking a simple question with this assessment: Is the team better now, at the end of the offseason, than it was at the beginning?.
American tech billionaire Nikesh Arora is in discussions to buy the London team in the new NBA Europe league, sources told The Athletic. Arora is reportedly willing to purchase the team for over $1 billion. The 58-year-old is the CEO of Palo Alto Networks, a security firm located in New York City.
Canberra is edging closer to welcoming back an NBL team for the first time in more than two decades, with league chief executive David Stevenson declaring the nation’s capital has a strong chance of securing an expansion licence.
Canberra will become the home of the NBL Ignite Cup Finals and the Andrew Gaze MVP Awards from 2027 after the league announced a landmark partnership with the ACT Government, strengthening the city’s push to eventually secure its own NBL franchise.
The Dallas Mavericks signed Naji Marshall to a three-year, $52.2 million contract extension on Sunday. The deal is fully guaranteed. The 28-year-old averaged a career-high 15.2 points and 4.7 rebounds last season.
The Dallas Mavericks announced on Sunday that they had signed forward Naji Marshall to an extension. ESPN's Shams Charania reported that it is a three-year extension worth $52.2 million. Charania also added that it is a fully guaranteed contract.
The NBA has targeted the latter half of 2027 as the launch of the inaugural NBA Europe season, which is proposed to start with 16 teams.
When asked who his favorite Miami Heat teammate was, Adebayo was direct with his answer.
Curry wouldn't go to Little Rock in the offseason for just anyone. It shows his bond with Moody, one that drives the Warriors' hopes.
The Los Angeles Sparks traded Kelsey Plum to the Phoenix Mercury, sources told Shams Charania and Kendra Andrews of ESPN. The Sparks will receive Monique Akoa Makani, a 2027 first round pick and a 2028 second-rounder in return.
Kevin Durant compared the new-look Philadelphia 76ers to his Golden State Warriors team that won two titles on Saturday. "The last time they put three 20-point scorers on a team, they said it was unfair, which was the [Warriors] team I was on," Durant said at an event for USA Basketball.
Jeremy Sochan signed a one-year contract with the Portland Trail Blazers, Shams Charania of ESPN reported on Saturday. Sochan averaged 3.6 points and 2.4 rebounds for the Knicks and Spurs last season. Sochan also averaged 2.5 points in eight playoff games with the Knicks last year.
Gary Payton II has signed a one-year, $3.9 million deal to return to the Golden State Warriors. The 33-year-old averaged 7.5 points and 3.6 rebounds in 73 games last season. The Warriors also officially finalized De'Anthony Melton's two-year deal on Friday.
Terry Rozier's attorneys filed a motion to dismiss two charges over a text message sent by a co-defendant on Friday. Rozier is accused of manipulating his performance for a $100,000 bribe as part of a larger gambling scheme.
Kansas is set to hire Sam Strantz as the school's new Executive Director of Front Office Strategy and Operations, reported Pete Thamel of ESPN. Strantz was hired from the Rockets' front office.
Alexandra Eala capped a breakthrough week in Washington by defeating top seed Jessica Pegula to become the first player from the Philippines to win a WTA Tour singles title.
After a disappointing clay and grass stretch, Aryna Sabalenka used a Mykonos vacation, and a month-long reset, to recharge physically, mentally, and tactically.
Kristina Liutova capped a stunning run in Memphis by becoming the youngest active player to win a tour-level title. Beginning the week in qualifying and ultimately lifting the trophy, her run marked one of the more impressive WTA debuts in recent memory.
The Mubadala DC Open final between World No. 3 Jessica Pegula and No. 28 Alexandra Eala has been suspended until Monday, August 3 because of the significant weather in the Washington DC area. They will resume at 12 p.m. local time.
Linda Noskova spent three whirlwind weeks celebrating her Wimbledon title. Now the 21-year-old turns her attention to the hard courts and what comes next.
Jessica Pegula and Alexandra Eala meet for the second time in pursuit of the Mubadala DC Open crown. Here is everything you need to know ahead of Sunday's final.
Alexandra Eala beat Naomi Osaka 6-4, 6-2 to reach the biggest final of her career, setting up a clash with Jessica Pegula, who rallied from 5-2 down in the first to defeat Diana Shnaider in straight sets and return to the Washington final.
While Aryna Sabalenka holds an 8,550-to-8,056 baseline advantage entering the week, Elena Rybakina can still make the jump to World No. 1 if she cleans up her point defense with a championship run while the top seed stumbles early.
Alexandra Eala beat Elina Svitolina in Washington on Friday night, earning her second win over the Ukrainian in just over a month. She'll face Naomi Osaka next after the former World No. 1 rallied past Elisabetta Cocciaretto earlier Friday.
Television icon and gameshow host Steve Harvey and the NWSL's Washington Spirit were among the notable names in the house Friday. Plus, Sascha Bajin crashed his player's press conference. Check out what's happening around the grounds in DC.
Jessica Pegula did something new in extending her dominance over Anna Kalinskaya at the Mubadala DC Open.
On her WTA debut at the Memphis Classic, 16-year-old Kristina Liutova has become the first 2010-born player to reach a tour-level semifinal after upsetting Caty McNally in the quarterfinals -- and she's done so by showing remarkable mental maturity.
The 2026 National Bank Open draw is set. From first-round matches to watch and potential quarterfinal showdowns, here's a full breakdown of the Toronto draw.
Naomi Osaka's spontaneous Washington DC cookout was a success. With help from the tournament, Osaka connected the win the fans in the one-hour hangout. Here's a glimpse of how it came to life, the reasons behind it and what's potentially to come.
No one has qualified yet, but the picture is starting to come into focus. Our writers weigh in on the biggest storylines to watch over the season's final 100 days.
Elina Svitolina secured a quarterfinal spot at Mubadala Citi Open after defeating Polina Kudermetova in a tight two-set match, setting up her second meeting with Alexandra Eala in just over a month's span.
Jessica Pegula and Anna Kalinskaya always seem to deliver the drama, with all five of their previous meetings having gone the distance. After both won three-setters Thursday, they're set for a sixth showdown Friday in Washington.
The WTA Tour next heads to Toronto for the 2026 National Bank Open, the first of two consecutive 1000 events in the Hard-Court Swing. Eleven Grand Slam champions and four past winners of the event will compete. Here is your complete guide to the National Bank Open.
Ajla Tomljanovic, a 2022 US Open quarterfinalist, says she's ending her season early due to recurring injuries after withdrawing from this year's event.
Former Exeter Chiefs coach and Leicester Tigers and Gloucester player Robin Cowling dies aged 82.
Henry Pollock is set to demand a substantial increase on his current Northampton contract to stay at Franklin's Gardens, with agent Eddie Hearn suggesting annual earnings of £1m are his going rate.
Northampton Saints sign Italian International tighthead prop Ion Neculai from Zebre.
Les Kiss’ side has landed in Osaka as the country suffers through an extreme heatwave that has lasted nearly three weeks.
Sione Fukofuka steps down from his role as Scotland Women head coach because of "the stress and the strain" of being apart from his family in Australia.
Brad Thorn once said Harry Hockings could be a “100-Test Wallaby”. This weekend he’ll play against Australia for the first time.
For a long time, Ryan Lonergan was the best player in Australia without a Test cap. Now he is a Wallaby – and he’s reaping the benefits of that battle for recognition.
Leicester Tigers back row Emeka Ilione is ruled out with a shoulder problem until "at least" the end of 2026.
The last time NSW had a clear sense of who they were was in 2014, when they last won the Super Rugby title. Twelve years later, does anyone have a clue what they stand for?.
Scarlets and Ospreys are in a fight for survival in west Wales following plans by the Welsh Rugby Union to cut to three teams.
For the second year in a row, the Canadian Open began Saturday without three of the biggest names in men’s tennis. World No. 1 Jannik Sinner, 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic, and seven-time major winner Carlos Alcaraz will all miss the tournament.
Notch another tally in the turf column. The Browns’ new $2.6 billion stadium—set to be ready for the 2029 NFL season—will feature artificial turf, according to ProFootballTalk.
The uniforms are heavily influenced by the Pacers' pinstriped set from the late 1990s and early 2000s but feature several modern touches. The post Indiana Pacers Unveil New Gold Statement Edition Uniforms With Pinstripes appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.
The uniforms debuted in 2023, now feature a football-specific Leprechaun on the sleeves rather than the “ND” monogram. The post Notre Dame Fighting Irish Reveal Refreshed Kelly Green Alternate Uniforms appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.
ESPN senior NFL insider Adam Schefter is one of several high-profile names to cash in from an early investment in Underdog. The fantasy sports and prediction market operator has been sold to U.K.-headquartered online trading firm IG Group for up to $2.15 billion in total consideration.
At high-end sports experiences, influencers are now as ubiquitous as celebrities. They’re mingling in the same luxury boxes, sitting in the same courtside seats, and even performing in the same Super Bowl halftime shows.
The tonal pattern on the front of the jersey mimics the architecture of the club's new stadium, Nu Stadium, while the accents incorporate Bliss Pink, Easy Mint and black. The post Inter Miami Hits the High Notes With New Third Kit Celebrating Nu Stadium appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.
Sports bars and restaurants will not be forced to stream NFL Sunday Ticket this season after all—an unexpected reversal of the league’s media strategy. A new multiyear deal will see DirecTV continue to distribute the NFL’s out-of-market game package via satellite at commercial establishments.
Underdog is going overseas. The New York-based company has been sold to U.K.-headquartered online trading firm IG Group for up to $2.15 billion in total consideration, according to a Thursday press release.
LeBron James joins the 76ers as their jersey patch deal with Crypto.com is set to expire after this season. His presence, should it continue past this year, could turn the next jersey sponsorship into one of the NBA’s most coveted sponsorship opportunities.
Five men will be formally enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Saturday in Canton, Ohio. Yahoo Sports will take a relatively short look at each legend and how he reached football immortality.
Tracking Aaron Rodgers' offseason bobs and weaves is like trying to tackle campfire smoke. The future Hall of Famer is fully aware of his stature in the game, one of the most notable figures currently active in the sport regardless of his year-to-year numbers.
For sharp bettors, NFL preseason is a time where information asymmetry allows for edges that don't exist in the regular season. For fans, it signals the season is finally approaching and football is back in our lives after a long break from February.
Playing quarterback in the NFL is the most valuable position in team sports, but every team has a different starting and backup QB, so determining the gap in point-spread value between the two can be an extremely useful tool for bettors.
“Dude doesn’t drink, smoke or party. He doesn’t have a ton of friends. All he cares about is being really good at football.”.
The 42-year-old QB had been felled by flu-like symptoms in the hours leading up to the game, making the experience even more miserable.
Though Aaron Rodgers’ first year in Pittsburgh ended in an especially sickening manner, he's now enjoying a meaningful summer of renewal.
Other NFL team previews: 32. Dolphins | 31. Jets | 30. Cardinals | 29. Browns | 28. Titans | 27. Raiders | 26. Falcons | 25. Giants | 24. Saints | 23. Panthers | 22. Buccaneers | 21. Colts | 20. Steelers | 19. Vikings | 18. Commanders | 17. Bengals | 16. Jaguars | 15. Packers | 14. Chargers | 13. 49ers | 12. Chiefs | 11. Bears | 10. Texans | 9. Eagles | 8. Cowboys | 7. Ravens | 6. Lions | 5. Patriots | 4. Broncos | 3. Bills Almost every NFL locker room after a playoff loss is quiet and somber.
WESTFIELD, Ind. — The Indianapolis Colts will hold their first padded practice of training camp Monday. That will mark another milestone in the returns from injury for players including high-profile ones in quarterbacks Daniel Jones and Anthony Richardson, and cornerback Sauce Gardner.
One of the Green Bay Packers' veteran offensive linemen is heading into the season with a new name: Offensive tackle Zach Bako-Bewele, formerly Zach Tom, has legally changed his last name.
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Ja'Lynn Polk is stepping away from football. On Sunday, the Saints placed the 24-year-old receiver on the reserve/retired list, via multiple reports.
Clowney will return to the team that selected him with the first pick in the 2014 NFL Draft.
A dominant Houston Texans defense just got better. The Texans have agreed to terms with free agent defensive end Jadeveon Clowney, NFL Network's Mike Garafolo reports. The deal is reported to be for one year with a base salary of $5.5 million and max value of $8 million.
There's a chance Will Levis opens the 2026 season as the Tennessee Titans' QB3. But he believes he can be a starter in the NFL again. "One-hundred percent," Levis said Saturday during training camp. "There are not 32 quarterbacks in this league better than me.
San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch told reporters Saturday that wide receiver Ricky Pearsall will have PCL surgery and is headed to season-ending injured reserve.
Pearsall missed 14 of 34 games in his first two seasons, including eight in 2025 with a right knee injury that continues to bother him.
Executives Brian Hampton and Kwesi Adofo-Mensah will take over the bulk of Marathe's duties with the 49ers. .
We still don't know if Aaron Donald will be making an NFL comeback or not, but Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay provided a couple updates on the situation Friday.
The Cleveland Browns are building a $2.4 billion domed stadium that's set to open in 2029. They're also building a roster ownership hopes can make up a contending playoff team in 2027. But JW Johnson, a partner of the Haslam Sports Group, emphasized Friday in a news conference alongside owner Jimmy Haslam that Cleveland isn't punting on the 2026 season "by any means.
LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Caleb Williams approached Ryan Poles during the offseason. The Chicago Bears' starting quarterback had noticed the furniture choice in offices for personnel and coaching staff members.
The creator of the viral game Footy Redraft says he has been shocked by the positive feedback after 300,000 players signed up in under a month.
The AFL has made its anti-tanking stance abundantly clear ahead of the final rounds of the home-and-away season.
Sam Mitchell has signed a contract extension at Hawthorn.
Stay up to date with all the latest teams news ahead of round 22.
Richmond defender Luke Trainor has received a one-match ban for striking as the AFL's crackdown on gut punches continues.
Tom Mitchell has praised Hawthorn co-captain Jai Newcombe after another impressive performance.
Mitch Edwards is the Telstra AFL Rising Star for round 21.
The Match Review findings from Sunday's round 21 games are in.
The Swans, Hawks and Lions are battling for second spot, while the remaining finals berths are open. What’s in store for your side?.
The coaches' votes for the round 21 games are in.
Jasmine Garner says the dominant Kangaroos can still get better heading into the new season.
All the action from the women's state leagues around the country.
Mitchell has made no secret of his ambition to recruit for a flag. Meantime, the Magpies are keen for premiership defender Jeremy Howe to play on next year, as debate over the futures of Scott Pendlebury and Steele Sidebottom continues.
High-profile entertainment and sports manager Ralph Carnovale-Carr can now be unmasked as a rapist after withdrawing a bid for a suppression order.
Veteran defender Jeremy Howe has been offered a new deal by the Magpies.
Riley Beveridge takes a look at the hot topic at your club this week.
The best win by any team this season deserved more than an A+ grade. Plus an Eagles star’s goalkicking nightmare has been laid bare.
AFL.com.au's AFLW podcast returns to your feeds with a daily edition in 2026.
Lachie Neale has given his biggest hint yet on where his AFL future lies beyond this season, while Collingwood has made its first big call on its veterans.
Essendon’s next coach might’ve been right under their nose on Anzac Day.
The Brazilian winger would be the biggest addition as part of Sporting KC's major roster makeover.
Casemiro told Los Angeles Galaxy he "only wanted to play for them" the club's general manager Will Kuntz says, amid an investigation into his transfer to Inter Miami.
Pochettino's previous contract expired after the 2026 World Cup, but U.S. Soccer is bringing back the Argentine manager for another cycle.
A loaded MLS weekend on the field gives way to an ownership vote of great significance. We break it all down in our weekly column.
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - AUGUST 01: Robert Lewandowski #9 of Chicago Fire celebrates after scoring his team's second goal during the MLS match between Chicago Fire FC and Charlotte FC at Soldier Field on August 01, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois.
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Brandon Bye scored the go-ahead goal in the 82nd minute and the Portland Timbers handed the rival Seattle Sounders their sixth straight loss with a 2-1 victory Saturday night. Kevin Kelsey also scored for the Timbers (7-8-3 ), who are undefeated in four straight games.
HOUSTON (AP) — Guilherme Santos and Agustín Bouzat both scored as the Houston Dynamo shut out Sporting KC 2-0 on Saturday. Houston (9-6-2) now sits in fourth place in the Western Conference, two points up on Real Salt Lake.
VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — Thomas Müller scored on a penalty kick late in the second half as the Vancouver Whitecaps battled back for a 1-1 draw with Los Angeles FC on Saturday night. The Whitecaps (10-3-4) and LAFC (10-5-4) remain tied in the Western Conference with 34 points apiece.
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Ezekiel Alladoh scored the winner in the 97th minute, one minute after Neil Pierre equalized the match, as the Philadelphia Union rallied from two goals down to beat Atlanta United 3-2 on Saturday in stoppage time.
Former Vancouver Canucks owner Arthur Griffiths is reportedly looking to buy MLS team Vancouver Whitecaps FC. A report made by Sportsnet’s Dan Murphy on Friday details that a group led by Griffiths has “put in a formal offer” for the Whitecaps.
O’Brien will oversee strength and conditioning, as well as areas like nutrition, injury rehabilitation and sport science.
Cast as the muscular, helmet-clad Laodamas alongside Matt Damon's Odysseus, Avery continues an unlikely post-hockey pivot to Hollywood.
With the World Junior Summer Showcase complete, here's how The Athletic's prospects specialists see the rosters shaking out so far.
Nostalgia is in the air across the NHL, and jersey talk among all 32 fan bases is a hot topic this offseason.
The 2025 fourth-round pick looks to continue following in the footsteps of his cousin, star Mammoth forward Logan Cooley, into the NHL.
Novak was the only Penguins player to appear in all 82 games last season.
Foote was one of five members of Team Canada's 2018 World Junior squad acquitted on sexual assault charges following an alleged incident.
Russia will not be permitted to field teams at four international competitions, including the 2027 Men's World Championship.
Young stars are cashing in now while fixing their focus on an even bigger payday down the line.
It used to be that GMs could expect to save money on restricted free agents, and that going long made sense for those players. No more.
We found something weird while trying to find the best team in the cap era that was completely shut out of the Hart love.
The contract is the biggest in San Jose Sharks history. But to hear GM Mike Grier tell it, Celebrini could have gotten even more.
The Sharks are in good hands with GM Mike Grier, and it's all lining up for them to be the team of the future.
Under the new format, the TV broadcast audio feed will be carried on the club's radio network.
Sauvageau will maintain her position as GM of the PWHL's Montreal Victoire during the 2026-27 season.
The Sharks got a great deal on Macklin Celerini — even if it may not look like it at first glance.
The San Jose Sharks have signed center Macklin Celebrini to a five-year, $94 million extension, the team announced on Wednesday. Celebrini's $18.8 million average annual value will become the highest in the NHL once the deal kicks in, beginning with the 2027-28 season.
The superstar center is set to become the highest-paid player in the league when his contract kicks in for 2027-28.
Every NHL team gets the same amount of cap space, but not all clubs put it to good use. Here are this year's cap-efficiency rankings.
In hiring former assistant Rob Rassey to replace Ted Donato, the Crimson tabbed a proven recruiter to help navigate a new college landscape.
The new agreement runs from 2027 to 2030 seasons across all distribution channels - for Germany on pay TV and for the first time also on free TV fully exclusive - and includes the pay TV rights for Austria and Switzerland.
Silverstone is appearing on the horizon, which means the race to Valencia begins shortly as we gear up for a fascinating few months in MotoGP.
The MotoGP circus stops at the British capital en route to Silverstone for Round 12.
Ever think we’d have so much drama in the first half of one season? No, us neither…
From moments of elation to some questionable celebrations, catch all the best Unseen moments that you might have missed!.
Post-GP conversations always create some interesting listening… Check out the best Unheard moments from the first part of 2026!.
More than 12 seats decided, plenty still to confirm: the grid is forming for the new era of MotoGP in 2027.
The 2021 World Champion will race with the factory Honda HRC team from next season.
The Colombian is moving to MotoGP with Honda Racing Corporation in 2027.
Speculation surrounding the Queensland Maroons superstar’s future has circled, and the man himself has revealed the toll it has taken upon his family.
Cronulla halfback Nicho Hynes is confident he is in better form than his 2022 Dally M season as he closes in on another slice of NRL history. .
Off contract and free to negotiate with rivals from November 1, the Dolphins attacking linchpin has weighed in on his future.
Viliame Kikau has demonstrated the influence he could exert on the Bati's World Cup campaign after playing a key role in Canterbury's recent resurgence.
Cowboys captain Tom Dearden speaks to media and denies rumours he is looking to leave the club.
The Sharks No.7 is closing in on a unique rugby league record but the real secret to his recent run of form lies elsewhere.
Most NRL fans could have made September holiday plans as far back as June. With expansion on the horizon, the shallowness of the competition is a growing concern.
Cowboys superstar Tom Dearden has pledged his long-term commitment to the club while labelling the speculation over his future as “a whole lot of nonsense”.
Billy Slater believes the Broncos should opt against blooding future stars for the sake of it after their finals hopes ended.
NRL Fantasy: Lone Scout's Winners and Losers Round 22.
Players didn't take a backwards step during the Australia v Ireland representative footy match, but no major injuries were recorded.
Goals flowed and fans packed into North Sydney Oval to see Australia defeat Ireland in the first AFLW international game.
A connection between Jennifer Dunne or Aine McDonagh stretches back to before they were born.
Saturday's representative footy game isn't the first time Australia and Ireland have faced off in women's footy.
The AFL and Kayo SPORTS have teamed up for the first AFLW watch along ahead of Australia vs Ireland clash.
In foster care from three weeks old until she was a teenager, Paris McCarthy has been through more than most.
Australia coach would have preferred representative clash further from beginning of AFLW season.
Bre Koenen will follow in her sister's footsteps when she gets her chance to represent Australia.
Here's everything you need to know ahead of the 2026 NAB AFLW Australia v Ireland game.
Michael Thorbjornsen sank a 26-foot putt on the final green to secure his first PGA Tour victory at the Rocket Classic on Sunday, pulling clear of a crowded field including Xander Schauffele to win by two shots.
Australian golf’s two men’s showpiece tournaments will once again shine bright, while a famous championship celebrates its century as the PGA Tour of Australasia announced a bumper schedule for the upcoming 2026/27 season.
Japan’s Shiho Kuwaki won the women’s British Open in a dramatic playoff with Esther Henseleit on Sunday, securing her first major title in memorable style.
A bizarre incident midway through the third round of the women’s British Open has spread around the golf world, as Yealimi Noh took a three-shot lead into Sunday’s final round.
Ryu Hae-ran is on course to become just the fifth woman to win three consecutive majors after taking the lead of the British Open at the halfway stage on Friday.
Champion golfer Minjee Lee said the sport is humbling her at the moment as she prepares for a bid to complete the career grand slam at the Women’s British Open beginning today.
LIV Golf is not dead yet.
LIV Golf’s future has been thrown further into serious doubt after reports its $40 million Team Championship in Michigan has been cancelled.
Australian star Lucas Herbert has continued his stellar season with a record-breaking win at LIV Golf UK.
21-year old Jackson Koivun has secured one of the most unexpected wins in recent golf history, completing a performance beyond his years to hold off world No.1 Scottie Scheffler at the 3M Open.
The NBL is following the AFL in its hardline approach to expansion, insisting potential new clubs must meet venue requirements if they are to enter the league.
NBL Group CEO Dave Stevenson is joined by Australian basketball legend Andrew Gaze and Chief Minister, ACT Andrew Barr to make two exciting announcements about the NBL's return to Canberra during NBL27. Canberra will host the Ignite Cup Finals and Andrew Gaze MVP Awards, thanks to a new partnership with the ACT Government.
It’s the NBL’s most prestigious individual honour, and Andrew Gaze believes it’s only a matter of time before Bryce Cotton’s name joins his on the MVP trophy.
The Illawarra Hawks have bolstered their backcourt depth by signing veteran guard Kyle Adnam for the Hungry Jack's NBL27 Season.
Canberra is one step closer to hosting an NBL team for the first time in more than two decades, according to League CEO David Stevenson. The NBL's in-season competition, the Ignite Cup, will undergo a shake-up with the tournament's finals set to move from the Gold Coast to Canberra's AIS Arena.
Brisbane Bullets fans have been starved of success, with it being seven seasons since their team has qualified for the post-season. That number stretches to 19 years since the proud Bullets club has tasted the ultimate success of a championship.
On what would have been his 49th birthday, let's relive the top plays of Corey 'Homicide' Williams' incredible NBL career. Across his four seasons in the League, the NBL10 MVP averaged 19.1 points, 5.1 rebounds and 4.7 assists per game, across his 114 appearances with Townsville and Melbourne.
The Hungry Jack's NBL announced on Monday that Canberra will host the Ignite Cup Finals and Andrew Gaze MVP Awards, thanks to a new partnership with the ACT Government.
Former NBL Next Star Karim Lopez created history at the 2026 NBA Draft, when he became the first-ever Mexican-born player to be selected in the first round.
The Australian Boomers are set to take on Syria and Jordan in the next round of FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers on August 28 and 30 (Australian time), respectively.
Australia's loss to Jamaica in the Commonwealth Games semifinal was heartbreaking for the players, who then had to get back up to claim bronze less than a day later. But it may be the best thing for the sport of netball.
The Diamonds will miss the Commonwealth Games gold medal match for the first time after a shock semifinal loss to Jamaica, in front of a crowd baying for Australia's downfall.
Surf Coast Suns players say their safety and dignity are at stake without change rooms and toilets closer to the court.
Diamonds fans are disappointed to discover Australia's dominant netball team's Glasgow Commonwealth Games matches are only being aired live on Seven's online streaming service.
The Diamonds easily beat Tonga, as expected, but the love for an underdog is so prevalent in Glasgow that even Australian players were cheering for the Commonwealth Games debutants.
Messy and drawn-out pay negotiations are once again overshadowing a major tournament for the Aussie Diamonds. .
More young men are taking up netball at a competitive level. Competition organisers say there is less stigma around the sport among boys, with plenty of talent emerging.
Kate Moloney has had to put her team's Super Netball grand final nightmare aside to focus on the Commonwealth Games. Some gentle ribbing from her Aussie teammate has helped her see the lighter side. .
Hundreds of fans have flocked to Rundle Mall, dressed in pink, to welcome back the Adelaide Thunderbirds following an unforgettable grand final win. .
The Adelaide Thunderbirds have unlocked a Super Netball dynasty with a unique coaching approach under Tania Obst. The three-time Super Netball champions defeated the Melbourne Vixens 61- 40 in the grand final at John Cain Arena.
Xabi Alonso refused to confirm Chelsea are interested in signing the veterans Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson after his first game in charge of the team, a 6-4 pre-season victory against Western Sydney Wanderers on Tuesday, but said he was looking to build a squad that had “proper balance”. Chelsea are understood to be in talks over a surprise move to sign the 35-year-old Welbeck from Brighton, with the club also reportedly interested in signing the 36-year-old Henderson from Brentford.
The future of Canberra United has been secured, with a new owner found for the two-time A-League Women champions. After two years of uncertainty, the Australian Professional Leagues (APL) announced on Friday that Australian Sports Group (ASG) has taken charge of Canberra’s licence.
Stalled CBA negotiations have cast a pall over the game in Australia when it might be harnessing interest around the Socceroos’ World Cup run . The heartbreak from the Socceroos’ penalty shootout defeat to Egypt and exit from the World Cup is still raw, but normal programming in Australian football is starting to resume.
Auckland FC have won their first A-League Men championship title after defeating all-time record-holders Sydney FC 1-0 in front of a record crowd in Auckland on Saturday night.
Former Sydney FC coach Steve Corica’s resurrection from Sky Blues scapegoat to Auckland FC hero is complete after guiding the Black Knights to grand final glory over his old club.
A win for the Black Knights in front of a fervent home crowd could sell its own story, but Patrick Kisnorbo’s dogged Sky Blues stand in the way. The best-laid plans of the A-League Men often go awry.
Juan Mata had been written off, another caught in the mire of Australian football despite being a World Cup winner. Ever-smiling, now the 38-year-old also has the last laugh, having won the A-League Men’s Johnny Warren medal, the award for the competition’s player of the year.
Sydney FC’s head coach Patrick Kisnorbo has hailed the “resilience and mental toughness” of his side as they punched their ticket to the A-League Men grand final, winning a pulsating semi-final against premiers Newcastle on penalties.
Newcastle has won the A-League Premier’s Plate for the first time in the club’s history.
CHICAGO — WNBA All-Star Weekend may last only a few days, but for broadcasters such as ESPN basketball analyst Monica McNutt, there’s little downtime.
More than 3,000 miles from her roots in Newton, Massachusetts, Golden State Valkyries guard Veronica Burton has made San Francisco her second home. Over the past two years, she has spent much time learning the city, embracing its quirks and discovering hidden gems.
Listen to this story Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… New York Liberty center Kym Hampton remembers feeling exhausted before even stepping on the basketball court.
Listen to this story Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… When Teresa Weatherspoon agreed to be a general manager for this week’s WNBA All-Star Game, it wasn’t a case of the league calling in a Basketball Hall of Famer out of touch with today’s stars.
NEW YORK — Five years after delivering one of the more memorable speeches in ESPYS history, in which she called out the coverage disparity for Black women athletes in the media, Dallas Wings star guard Paige Bueckers said the problem still exists.
Listen to this story Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… Somewhere between the WNBA’s biggest cultural moment in a generation and streetwear’s full takeover of professional sports, Indiana found its guy.
In Nigerian culture, Los Angeles Sparks forward Nneka Ogwumike said, a person’s full name acts as an affirmation. Ogwumike, whose full name is Nnemkadi Chinwe Ogwumike, said Nnemkadi means “mother supreme,” Chinwe means “God gives,” and Ogwumike means “warrior.”.
During her fifth season in the WNBA, Golden State Valkyries guard Veronica Burton will share a look into her life on and off the court in a monthly video diary on Andscape. Golden State Valkyries point guard Veronica Burton’s path to becoming a WNBA starter wasn’t linear.
On the day in November 2024 that the Chicago Sky announced Tyler Marsh as their new head coach, he received a call from a friend who is a college coach.
When Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson stepped onto the Target Center floor last July wearing a black Nike LeBron 21 detailed in the pink and green of her sorority, Alpha Kappa Alpha, it didn’t take long for the image to circulate. Screenshots spread. Group chats lit up.
Italian tennis has hit new heights in recent years. Jannik Sinner has climbed to No. 1 in the PIF ATP Rankings and captured 28 tour-level titles.
Novak Djokovic returns to Tour this week at the Internazionali BNL d’Italia and spent time on Tuesday practising on a temporary court at the famous Piazza del Popolo in Rome.
Rome, 2006. Clay dust hangs in the air. Rafael Nadal lies on his back, arms spread, the Foro Italico roaring around him. It’s a snapshot frozen in time, but the real story is how we got there.
Rafael Jodar and Alexander Blockx arrive at the Internazionali BNL d’Italia in Rome as two of the ATP Tour’s fastest-rising players, having each enjoyed a rapid climb over the past 12 months.
Jannik Sinner has enjoyed a seamless European clay season so far, triumphing in Monte-Carlo and Madrid. But there will be something extra at stake for the Italian when he steps on court at the Internazionali BNL d'Italia in Rome.
The Internazionali BNL d'Italia begins on Wednesday in Rome, where former Top-10 stars Hubert Hurkacz and Pablo Carreno Busta, home favourite Matteo Arnaldi, and Madrid semi-finalist Alexander Blockx are among the stars in Day 1 action. View Wednesday’s full order of play below.
Novak Djokovic is ready to get back to business at the 2026 Internazionali BNL d'Italia. The record 40-time ATP Masters 1000 champion is in Rome preparing for his return to action after missing more than six weeks due to injury.
Shortly after capturing his biggest career clay-court title in Munich last month, Ben Shelton made his intentions clear: “I have big ambitions for the clay courts,” he said. “It is slowly becoming one of my favourite surfaces to play on.”.
“What happened in Monte-Carlo, happened. What happened in Madrid, happened. And here we are… we are in Rome.”.
The Internazionali BNL d’Italia has long been renowned for offering a unique fan experience on the ATP Tour.