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Fox Sports

Flanagan’s big promise for 2026... and the huge gamble to make or break Red V revolution

The salt air in Wollongong and the humidity of Kogarah carry a familiar scent: desperate hope mixed with a healthy dose of scepticism.

Fox Sports • NRL → 35 minutes ago

The Guardian

Does spending £60m on a young player pay off in the Premier League?

Liverpool paid £60m for the 20-year-old defender Jérémy Jacquet. Previous deals in the league suggest it is a risk By WhoScored As Premier League teams get younger and transfer fees get bigger, we are seeing players with little experience commanding huge prices.

The Guardian • Football → 54 minutes ago

Cricinfo

Mandhana: Bell bowled a match-winning spell, Voll's intent was spot-on

DC captain Jemimah Rodrigues captain praised her team's character as they went down in their fourth straight final.

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Cricinfo

USA batters give New Zealand a scare in T20 World Cup warm-up

Matt Henry took five wickets, including two in the final over.

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ESPN

Sources: Skubal wins arbitration, to make $32M

Two-time reigning AL Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal won his arbitration case over the Tigers and will make $32 million this year, sources told ESPN, giving the ace $13 million more than Detroit offered.

ESPN • MLB → 1 hour ago

BBC

Racing 92 lock Hill open to England return one day

England lock Jonny Hill says he has not given up hope of adding to his 23 England caps once his stint playing in France with Racing 92 ends.

BBC • Rugby Union → 1 hour ago

Fox Sports

England captain Stokes suffers severe facial injury after being struck by cricket ball

England Test captain Ben Stokes has suffered a severe facial injury after being struck by a cricket ball.

Fox Sports • Cricket → 2 hours ago

ESPN

Eala suffers singles exit in Abu Dhabi but marches on in doubles with Indonesian 'SEAster' Tjen

Despite a singles loss, Alex Eala can continue to shine at the Abu Dhabi Open -- alongside fellow Southeast Asian star Janice Tjen in doubles.

ESPN • Tennis → 2 hours ago

Cricinfo

Smriti Mandhana and Georgia Voll lead RCB to second WPL title

They put on 165 off just 92 balls, the biggest partnership in WPL history, to boss a chase of 204.

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ESPN

Ex-Patriots call 'bullcrap' on Brady's SB stance

Tom Brady said he doesn't have a "dog in the fight" in this year's Super Bowl, and his former New England Patriots teammates are calling "bullcrap.".

ESPN • NFL → 2 hours ago

American Football

ESPN

49ers are Rams' opponent for 1st Australia game

The 49ers will be the Rams' opponent for the first NFL regular-season game in Melbourne, Australia during the 2026 season.

ESPN • NFL → 2 hours ago

ESPN

DraftKings DFS: What to consider when picking a Showdown captain

Daniel Dopp takes you through the process of creating a Seahwks-Patriots lineup for DraftKings' DFS Showdown.

ESPN • NFL → 3 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Super Bowl 2026: Seahawks-Patriots prop bets that could also play a huge rule in crowning a champion

Every stone gets overturned by NFL coaching staffs when they are breaking down opponents, especially late in the season. With a full regular season and crop of playoff games (plus previous matchups between coordinators, units with similar schemes, etc.

Yahoo Sports • NFL → 4 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

How can I watch the Super Bowl online or without cable? Streaming info, start time and more

Super Bowl LX will feature a matchup between the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks; here's how to watch online or if you don't have cable. (Chris Graythen/Getty Images) Chris Graythen via Getty Images Super Bowl LX is on Sunday, Feb.

Yahoo Sports • NFL → 4 hours ago

The Athletic

Has the Bill Belichick blunder tarnished the Pro Football Hall of Fame?

Could the Bill Belichick Blunder sully Canton’s hallowed halls? Or will this be a momentary blip that is rectified with rule changes?.

The Athletic • NFL → 4 hours ago

The Athletic

What does Bad Bunny at the Super Bowl mean for Puerto Rico? I flew to the island

As Bad Bunny prepares for his Super Bowl halftime show, a trip to Puerto Rico during this week can be monumental in itself.

The Athletic • NFL → 5 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Super Bowl 2026 against-the-spread pick, props for the big game: Everyone seems to be picking Seattle

SAN FRANCISCO — The Seattle Seahawks didn’t get the respect they probably deserved over the course of what was a dominant regular season. Now that Super Bowl LX is here, after two great wins by Seattle in the playoffs, there might be an overcorrection.

Yahoo Sports • NFL → 5 hours ago

The Athletic

Ranking the best 2026 Super Bowl commercials: Tight Ends, 'Will Shat' and more

In the aftermath of every Super Bowl, we talk about the game and the halftime show, but we’re also eager to discuss the commercials.

The Athletic • NFL → 5 hours ago

ESPN

The Patriots have a secret defensive weapon: Ben McAdoo

The new Ben McAdoo is going to the big game as an under-the-radar defensive asset.

ESPN • NFL → 6 hours ago

ESPN

UGA's Seymour charged with damaging property

Georgia DT London Seymour, son of Pro Football Hall of Famer Richard Seymour, was arrested Jan. 29 after he and three other men allegedly caused damage to 11 doors in two UGA dormitories on Dec. 5-6.

ESPN • College Football → 6 hours ago

NFLAmerican Football

ESPN

Sixty bets for Super Bowl 60

We navigated the thousands of bets being offered for Super Bowl LX and narrowed it down to our 60 favorite from 10 different categories.

ESPN • NFL → 7 hours ago

ESPN

Will Stafford come back? What about Davante? Five offseason questions for the Rams

The Rams must adjust in the offseason to make up for their playoff loss.

ESPN • NFL → 7 hours ago

The Athletic

How the Rams' Matthew Stafford became an MVP finalist in his age-37 season

Stafford had a back issue that caused him to miss training camp. Then, in Year 17, he played every single game and put up career numbers.

The Athletic • NFL → 8 hours ago

ESPN

For Panthers' great Luke Kuechly, HOF would be 'the last check mark of the career'

Kuechly will find out Thursday if he will be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in his second year as a finalist.

ESPN • NFL → 8 hours ago

ESPN

An epic halftime and Manning's farewell: Revisiting Levi's Stadium's last Super Bowl

Cam Newton vs. Peyton Manning, Coldplay/Bruno Mars/Beyoncé's halftime show and other notable moments from the last time the Bay Area hosted the Super Bowl.

ESPN • NFL → 8 hours ago

ESPN

Super Bowl LX: Seahawks-Patriots marks latest rematch in big game

This year marks the 10th different repeat Super Bowl matchup and the fourth the Patriots are in themselves.

ESPN • NFL → 8 hours ago

ESPN

Barnwell’s annual Super Bowl opus: We size up every facet of Seahawks-Patriots and pick the winner

Can Drake Maye hit enough big plays? Which Sam Darnold will show up? And will defense define this Super Bowl matchup? Let's go deep on Seahawks-Patriots.

ESPN • NFL → 8 hours ago

ESPN

Who makes Mike Macdonald's defense so good? Seahawks to watch in Super Bowl LX

Devon Witherspoon, DeMarcus Lawrence and Nick Emmanwori are crucial players on Seattle's defense.

ESPN • NFL → 8 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

How to watch the NFL Honors Awards: Time, channel, where to stream and more

The NFL Honors will air this Thursday, Feb. 5 from the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco.

Yahoo Sports • NFL → 8 hours ago

The Athletic

Super Bowl 2026 best bets: Player props, an alt total and a same-game parlay

To cap off his winning NFL season, Austin Mock takes a stab at some player prop bets for Super Bowl 60.

The Athletic • NFL → 9 hours ago

Cricket

BBC

Stokes injured after being hit in face by ball

England Test captain Ben Stokes sustains a facial injury after being struck by a ball while coaching Durham's academy.

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BBC

Sri Lanka ask Pakistan to re-think India refusal

T20 World Cup co-hosts Sri Lanka ask Pakistan to reverse their refusal to play their group match against India in Colombo.

BBC • Cricket → 2 hours ago

BBC

Mandhana stars as RCB beat Capitals to win WPL

Smriti Mandhana plays a breathtaking innings as Royal Challengers Bengaluru complete a record-breaking Women's Premier League chase to beat Delhi Capitals.

BBC • Cricket → 3 hours ago

Cricinfo

Ben Stokes suffers facial injury after being struck by ball

England Test captain suffers black eye and bruising while watching nets session.

Cricinfo → 4 hours ago

Cricinfo

ICC-PCB in back-channel talks to resolve India boycott at T20 World Cup

The ICC's deputy chair is understood to be in contact with the PCB to try and find a resolution.

Cricinfo → 5 hours ago

The Guardian

‘You should see the cricket ball’ jokes Ben Stokes after being struck in the face

Ben Stokes has sustained a significant facial injury after being struck by a cricket ball. The England Test captain posted a picture on Instagram showing his right eye heavily swollen and bruised, a graze on his cheek and lip, and a bandage stuffed in his nose.

The Guardian • Cricket → 6 hours ago

Cricinfo

'Our flight is booked, we're going': Suryakumar on India vs Pakistan

India captain says they have their plans to fly to Colombo a the refusal to play came from Pakistan.

Cricinfo → 6 hours ago

Cricinfo

India chase sixth Under-19 World Cup title, England their first since 1998

India will be playing in their 11th final at the tournament, while England are on the lookout for their second title.

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Cricket.com.au

Aussie warm-up clash curtailed by Colombo downpour

Australia's only official T20 World Cup warm-up match against Netherlands was abandoned without a ball bowled.

Cricket.com.au → 7 hours ago

Cricinfo

Notts bring in Peter Siddle for Blast campaign

Veteran seamer returns to Trent Bridge 12 years after previous stint; Lancashire recruit Kabir Ali as bowling coach.

Cricinfo → 7 hours ago

AFLAussie Rules

AFL

Ah Chee stalemate revisited as Fagan says Crows 'wouldn't have a clue'

Chris Fagan took exception to Adelaide's comments following the breakdown in talks on a deal for Callum Ah Chee.

AFL • AFL → 2 hours ago

ABC Sport

If you think you're getting stressed watching the footy, you're right

A new study reveals how much high-stakes sporting events can get the heart pumping by strapping trackers to over 200 German football fans.

ABC Sport • AFL → 5 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Lions star backs Andrews to be club’s sole captain

Dual Brisbane premiership forward Charlie Cameron has backed Harris Andrews to be the Lions’ sole captain ahead of the club’s leadership group announcement.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 10 hours ago

AFL

'A novel concept for some people': Saints hit back at Fagan

The Saints have hit back at Chris Fagan after the Lions coach's comments on their spending spree.

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AFL

League keen to 'see how it plays out' before locking in Origin's future

Andrew Dillon can't guarantee AFL Origin will become an annual match, with clubs given the ability to put players on restrictions.

AFL • AFL → 14 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Steven May needs to be as honest with himself as Melbourne were with him

May has hit the headlines again. That can be an opportunity for club and player to make the next phase of his career and life a positive.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 15 hours ago

Fox Sports

Pies ‘not factoring’ Hill into 2026 plans as Cats reveal goal for star’s return after ‘challenging’ period

Collingwood star Bobby Hill reportedly won’t come into selection calculations for at least the first half of the season, with the 25-year-old yet to return to training.

Fox Sports • AFL → 15 hours ago

AFL

Why Lions gun is focusing on himself this pre-season

Lions gun Charlie Cameron has narrowed his focus after a tough 2025 season.

AFL • AFL → 16 hours ago

Fox Sports

Hawk talks begin after rival’s $10m offer for star; Danger tips early rule change ‘frustration’ — AFL Latest

Hawthorn has reportedly opened contract talks with a star, while the Lions have a warning for the competition amid rival interest in Zac Bailey.

Fox Sports • AFL → 17 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

The Magpies are not planning on Bobby Hill’s return this year

The longer the 2023 Norm Smith medallist and 2024 mark of the year winner goes without training, the less the likelihood of an AFL return this season becomes.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 17 hours ago

Aussie Rules

AFL

AFL Daily: Footy's best daily podcast is BACK for a huge 2026

AFL Daily, AFL.com.au's popular daily podcast, returns from Monday.

AFL • AFL → 17 hours ago

AFL

Hawks start contract talks with gun amid Dons' mega offer

Josh Weddle and Hawthorn have opened talks on a new contract, amid Essendon's massive interest in the out-of-contract star.

AFL • AFL → 17 hours ago

AFL

Business as usual for Cats as coach remains on extended leave

Patrick Dangerfield says Chris Scott's absence from the club over pre-season isn't anything out of the ordinary.

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AFL

Larkey praises Simpkin's 'admirable' selflessness amid North leadership shift

Nick Larkey says he admires how Jy Simpkin carried himself through last year's personal struggles while captaining the Roos.

AFL • AFL → 18 hours ago

AFL

Big Docker likely to face Eagles in match sim, captain ready for season start

The Dockers believe ruck Sean Darcy will be ready for their pre-season game against the Eagles.

AFL • AFL → 18 hours ago

ABC Sport

AFL integrity unit looking into why police visited May

Melbourne veteran Steven May is being investigated by the AFL integrity unit, as the premiership defender stays away from Demons training.

ABC Sport • AFL → 18 hours ago

AFL

AFL Integrity Unit aware of Demon May's situation amid training absence

AFL CEO Andrew Dillon says Melbourne has kept the League across Steven May's situation after police visited May's home last week.

AFL • AFL → 18 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

‘Well in the past’: Andrew Dillon stands by integrity unit after explosive Sayers court claims

The thoroughness of the league’s handling of the Sayers scandal last year after a lewd photo had been posted on his X account has been questioned.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 19 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘Things weren’t sitting right’: Why ‘daunting’ switch could spark Buddy-like Swans star into action

Star Swans recruit Charlie Curnow has opened up on the “daunting experience” of requesting a trade, declaring he’s “proud of myself for having a crack” at a fresh start.

Fox Sports • AFL → 22 hours ago

Fox Sports

Truth behind new AFL wildcard finals system — and how many wins you’ll need to make top 10

Let’s get one thing out of the way first: these aren’t real wildcards.

Fox Sports • AFL → 1 day ago

Football

Yahoo Sports

San Jose Earthquakes head sporting strategist dies at 36

The San Jose Earthquakes have announced that head sporting strategist Vassili Cremanzidis has died at age 36. The Earthquakes did not specify a cause of death, but BPM Sports radio reported that Cremanzidis died of cancer.

Yahoo Sports • MLS → 2 hours ago

BBC

Bompastor blames injuries for Chelsea drop-off

Chelsea boss Sonia Bompastor says "key players missing in key positions" is reason why Blues sit 12 points behind WSL leaders Manchester City.

BBC • Football → 2 hours ago

The Guardian

Frank says Romero ‘dealt with internally’ for latest volley at Spurs owners

Thomas Frank has refused to criticise Cristian Romero following his social media attack on Tottenham’s owners, saying the matter has been “dealt with internally”. The Tottenham manager made his ambivalence about social media clear – “something I do know is that we all give it too much attention” – but stopped short of condemning his captain’s behaviour after last weekend’s draw with Manchester City, despite it being the second such outburst in as many months.

The Guardian • Football → 3 hours ago

ESPN

Carrick: 'No concerns' about end of United season

Michael Carrick has insisted he's got "no concerns" that the uncertainty surrounding the manager situation at Old Trafford could derail Manchester United's end to the season.

ESPN • Football → 3 hours ago

ESPN

Leicester deducted 6 points for P&S rule breach

Championship side Leicester City have been deducted six points after being found to have breached the EFL's profit and sustainability rules for the 2023/24 season.

ESPN • Football → 3 hours ago

ESPN

Spurs' Frank: Romero outburst handled internally

Thomas Frank refused to confirm whether his "passionate" Tottenham Hotspur captain Cristian Romero had been disciplined over his social media outburst but admitted he would not have said the same.

ESPN • Football → 3 hours ago

ESPN

Rosenior accuses Arsenal of lack of 'respect'

Chelsea head coach Liam Rosenior admitted he lost his cool at Arsenal's players over what he considers a lack of "respect" shown to his team.

ESPN • Football → 3 hours ago

The Athletic

James Rodríguez, Minnesota United finalizing deal to bring Colombian star to MLS: Sources

The Colombian superstar appears headed to an unexpected landing spot as he aims to return to form before the World Cup.

The Athletic • Football → 4 hours ago

The Guardian

Lord Triesman obituary

Former Labour party general secretary and chair of the FA who was described as ‘too straight, too honest and too nice’ to succeed.

The Guardian • Football → 4 hours ago

ESPN

As Neymar turns 34, time is ticking on his World Cup dream with Brazil

As he celebrates his 34th birthday, Neymar will look to take advantage of the start of the Brazilian league to achieve another goal: making Brazil's 2026 World Cup squad.

ESPN • Football → 4 hours ago

MLSFootball

The Athletic

Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr absence, transfer frustrations and €50m release clause

The 41-year-old forward missed Al Nassr's game on Monday and is disappointed with the club's lack of movement in the transfer market.

The Athletic • Football → 16 hours ago

The Athletic

Newell's Old Boys planning Lionel Messi return in 2027, vice president says

The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner scored 234 goals in the Argentinian club's youth system before moving to Barcelona at 13.

The Athletic • Football → 1 day ago

The Athletic

Whisper it, Arsenal fans… Plus: Guardiola gets political, Rodriguez to Minnesota?

Today in TAFC: Arsenal still in the quadruple hunt, Guardiola speaks his mind on politics, and will Rodriguez end up at Minnesota?.

The Athletic • Football → 1 day ago

Yahoo Sports

???? CR7 may quit Al-Nassr for MLS or European return, says report

The future of Cristiano Ronaldo at Al-Nassr seems to be numbered. On the verge of turning 41, the Portuguese star is dissatisfied with the direction of football in Saudi Arabia and is seriously considering leaving the club in June, at the end of the European season.

Yahoo Sports • MLS → 2 days ago

Yahoo Sports

New York City FC’s new home will be host venue for LA 2028 Olympics

New York City FC’s new home isn’t even built yet and it already has a feather in its cap.  The LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games committee announced that the yet-to-be-completed Etihad Park will serve as a host venue for the 2028 Summer Olympic soccer tournaments.

Yahoo Sports • MLS → 2 days ago

Yahoo Sports

Are the Whitecaps about to die? Vancouver sound alarm bells amid difficult sale process

On the surface, Vancouver Whitecaps CEO Axel Schuster’s press conference last week would have felt familiar to almost any North American sports fan. Once again, a team was agitating for more money or a better stadium. Once again, local governments were at least partially to blame.

Yahoo Sports • MLS → 2 days ago

The Athletic

James Rodriguez, Minnesota United in talks over shocking deal: Sources

The Colombian star is a free agent after leaving Club León in Mexico.

The Athletic • Football → 2 days ago

The Athletic

Moussa Sylla move from Schalke to NYCFC falls through: Sources

NYCFC must turn to alternatives as the club looks to boost its attack for the 2026 MLS season.

The Athletic • Football → 2 days ago

The Athletic

Josh Sargent's Norwich status unchanged with one transfer deadline down, another to go

Just because England's transfer window is closing, doesn't mean the U.S. forward is stuck, but there's little change to his status as of now.

The Athletic • Football → 3 days ago

The Athletic

Fanatics announces exclusive partnership with David Beckham amid soccer card push

Fanatics' Beckham deal marks its latest effort in growing its soccer and international collectibles businesses.

The Athletic • Football → 3 days ago

NBABasketball

The Athletic

Knicks' Miles McBride to undergo surgery, could miss rest of regular season: Sources

New York agreed just before Thursday’s NBA trade deadline to acquire New Orleans Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado.

The Athletic • NBA → 2 hours ago

Fox Sports

NBA Trade Deadline LIVE: Giannis saga over... for now as LeBron gets help, Pacers make big gamble

Giannis Antetokounmpo may get traded eventually, but it won’t be before Friday’s NBA trade deadline.

Fox Sports • NBA → 2 hours ago

The Athletic

Celtics trade Chris Boucher to Jazz to reduce luxury tax bill: Sources

The 33-year-old Boucher had played sparingly for Boston this season.

The Athletic • NBA → 2 hours ago

The Athletic

Suns trade Nick Richards, Nigel Hayes-Davis to Bucks for Cole Anthony, Amir Coffey: Source

Phoenix gets under the luxury tax for the first time since the 2021-22 season.

The Athletic • NBA → 3 hours ago

RealGM

Miles McBride To Undergo Sports Hernia Surgery, Likely Out Until Playoffs

Miles McBride will undergo surgery on Friday on a core muscle injury and could be out until the playoffs. McBride had been out recently with a management of his left ankle sprain.

RealGM • Basketball → 3 hours ago

ESPN

Sources: Bucks to keep Giannis through deadline

The Milwaukee Bucks have indicated to teams that they are keeping Giannis Antetokounmpo through the trade deadline and have started making other trades.

ESPN • NBA → 3 hours ago

ESPN

Lakers acquire Kennard from Hawks, sources say

The Lakers have acquired guard Luke Kennard from the Hawks in exchange for guard Gabe Vincent and a 2032 second-round pick, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania on Thursday.

ESPN • NBA → 3 hours ago

ESPN

Sources: Knicks acquiring PG Alvarado from Pels

The Knicks are acquiring guard Jose Alvarado from the Pelicans in exchange for Dalen Terry, two second-round picks and cash, sources told ESPN.

ESPN • NBA → 3 hours ago

ESPN

Sources: Dosunmu to Wolves in latest Bulls trade

The Timberwolves have acquired guard Ayo Dosunmu in a four-player trade with the Bulls, sources told ESPN.

ESPN • NBA → 3 hours ago

The Athletic

Giannis Antetokounmpo trade not expected at NBA deadline, Bucks to revisit in summer: Sources

This was the closest Milwaukee has gotten to parting with the two-time MVP, and deals will again be discussed in the offseason.

The Athletic • NBA → 3 hours ago

Basketball

The Athletic

Knicks trade for Pelicans' Jose Alvarado to shore up guard rotation: Sources

The deal marks a homecoming for Alvarado. New York will send Dalen Terry and two second-round picks to New Orleans.

The Athletic • NBA → 3 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Pelicans reportedly trading Jose Alvarado to Knicks for Dalen Terry, 2 second-round picks

The Pelicans are reportedly trading Jose Alvarado to the Knicks for Dalen Terry, two second-round picks and cash, according to ESPN's Shams Charania.

Yahoo Sports • NBA → 3 hours ago

RealGM

Knicks Acquire Jose Alvarado From Pelicans

The New York Knicks have acquired Jose Alvarado from the New Orleans Pelicans for Dalen Terry and two second round picks. The Knicks acquired Terry from the Chicago Bulls as they unloaded Guerschon Yabusele.

RealGM • Basketball → 3 hours ago

RealGM

Celtics Trade Chris Boucher To Jazz

The Boston Celtics have agreed to trade Chris Boucher to the Utah Jazz. Boucher was on a $2.3 million expiring contract and the Celtics open up a roster spot with the maneuver. Boucher appeared in only nine games with the Celtics, averaging 2.3 points and 2.0 rebounds in 10.5 minutes.

RealGM • Basketball → 3 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

The Jonathan Kuminga trade officially brings an end to the Warriors' two-timeline plan — now what?

Through developments both fortunate and unfortunate, as Kevin Durant left one version of the dynasty, the Golden State Warriors landed three lottery picks in successive drafts during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, and that trio of prospects — James Wiseman, Jonathan Kuminga and Moses Moody — was supposed to spawn a new era of contention.

Yahoo Sports • NBA → 4 hours ago

RealGM

Bucks Trade Cole Anthony, Amir Coffey To Suns For Nick Richards, Nigel Hayes-Davis

The Milwaukee Bucks have sent Cole Anthony and Amir Coffey to the Phoenix Suns for Nick Richards and Nigel Hayes-Davis. Milwaukee moved forward with the trade after informing teams they had decided to keep Giannis Antetokounmpo beyond the trade deadline.

RealGM • Basketball → 4 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Bucks reportedly keeping Giannis Antetokounmpo with hours to go before NBA trade deadline

Giannis Antetokounmpo is reportedly staying with the Milwaukee Bucks — at least for the remainder of the season. According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the Bucks will keep Antetokounmpo with hours to go before Thursday's NBA trade deadline and focus on other deals.

Yahoo Sports • NBA → 4 hours ago

RealGM

Bucks Pull Giannis Antetokounmpo From Trade Block

The Milwaukee Bucks have informed teams they have pulled Giannis Antetokounmpo from the trade block and will begin focusing on other trade opportunities.

RealGM • Basketball → 4 hours ago

RealGM

Nets Waive Haywood Highsmith

The Brooklyn Nets have waived Haywood Highsmith in order to complete their trade with the Toronto Raptors. Highsmith tore his meniscus in the offseason and hasn't played in a game this season with the Nets following his trade from the Miami Heat.

RealGM • Basketball → 4 hours ago

RealGM

Pacers Holding Trade Talks On Ivica Zubac, Daniel Gafford

The Indiana Pacers continue to pursue a center ahead of the trade deadline with Ivica Zubac and Daniel Gafford targeted.

RealGM • Basketball → 4 hours ago

Ice Hockey

The Athletic

Leon Draisaitl calls out Oilers after loss to Flames: 'It starts with coaches'

Draisaitl vented his frustration by calling out to his team and coaching staff after a 4-3 loss to the Flames on Wednesday.

The Athletic • NHL → 3 hours ago

The Athletic

USA downs Czech Republic 5-1 as Olympic women's hockey tournament opens

With Canada's game versus Finland postponed due to a norovirus outbreak, the U.S. and Czechia opened the Olympic women's hockey tournament.

The Athletic • NHL → 3 hours ago

The Athletic

Flames' Jonathan Huberdeau to have hip resurfacing surgery, will miss rest of season

The forward scored 10 goals and 25 points in 50 games with the Flames this season, including a goal versus Edmonton on Wednesday night.

The Athletic • NHL → 5 hours ago

The Athletic

Laila Edwards becomes first Black woman to play for USA at Olympic hockey tournament

Edwards has broken a barrier that had stood since women's hockey debuted at the Olympics in 1998.

The Athletic • NHL → 5 hours ago

The Athletic

Team Canada's Brad Marchand 'ready to go' for Olympics as Brayden Point decision looms

"There’s no rush to this right now, so we’re not rushing,’’ Team Canada GM Doug Armstrong said of making a final call on Point.

The Athletic • NHL → 5 hours ago

The Athletic

Jack Hughes expected to be available for Team USA at Olympics: Sources

Hughes suffered a minor lower-body injury last month.

The Athletic • NHL → 7 hours ago

The Athletic

Finland-Canada Olympic women's hockey game postponed after norovirus outbreak

A women’s Olympic hockey game between Canada and Finland was postponed Thursday after members of the Finland team contracted norovirus.

The Athletic • NHL → 8 hours ago

ESPN

NHL Awards Watch: Kucherov gaining on MacKinnon for MVP?

We polled PHWA voters to find out who's ahead in the major races as some new names have entered the conversation for the Hart and Vezina.

ESPN • NHL → 9 hours ago

The Athletic

Olympics women's hockey must-watches: Ranking the best forwards and defenders in Milan

The quest for Olympic gold in women’s hockey begins on Thursday. These are the top 25 players at the Milano Cortina Games.

The Athletic • NHL → 10 hours ago

The Athletic

'Miracle: The Boys of '80' brings previously unaired footage of the historic U.S. hockey team to Netflix

The documentary creators discuss how they took a oft-told story about the gold-medal run and made it feel fresh.

The Athletic • NHL → 10 hours ago

NHLIce Hockey

The Athletic

NHL 2025-26 Stanley Cup playoff chances and projected standings

Welcome to our 2025-26 NHL projections where you will find each team’s projected point total and chances of winning the Stanley Cup.

The Athletic • NHL → 10 hours ago

New York Times

2026 Winter Olympics Guide: How to Watch, Schedule, and Top Events

The best athletes in the world on snow and ice get their quadrennial moment this month at the 2026 Winter Games in Italy.

New York Times • NHL → 11 hours ago

ESPN

Blue Jackets' Werenski enters Games on hot streak

Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski recorded his seventh-straight game with a point in Columbus' 4-0 win over the Blackhawks on Wednesday.

ESPN • NHL → 15 hours ago

ESPN

Top NHL prospect McKenna charged with assault

Penn State forward Gavin McKenna, a top NHL prospect, has been charged with felony aggravated assault and other counts, according to Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court documents.

ESPN • NHL → 21 hours ago

ESPN

Pens' Jones banned 20 games for PED violation

Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Caleb Jones has been suspended 20 games for violating the terms of the NHL/NHLPA Performance Enhancing Substances Program.

ESPN • NHL → 21 hours ago

The Athletic

Top NHL Draft prospect Gavin McKenna charged with felony aggravated assault

McKenna, who turned 18 on Dec. 20, is also facing a misdemeanor assault charge and summary charges of harassment and disorderly conduct.

The Athletic • NHL → 21 hours ago

ESPN

Devils acquire Bjugstad from Blues before freeze

The New Devils acquired forward Nick Bjugstad in a trade with the Blues on Wednesday that was completed just before the Olympic roster freeze.

ESPN • NHL → 23 hours ago

The Athletic

Penguins' Caleb Jones suspended 20 games for performance-enhancing substance violation

The Penguins signed Jones, who will be eligible to return versus Tampa Bay on April 2, to a two-year, $1.8 million contract last summer.

The Athletic • NHL → 24 hours ago

The Athletic

Artemi Panarin’s Rangers legacy after trade defined by electric playmaking, hollow ending

Panarin's hockey wizardry made him a largely beloved Ranger, but his story is more complicated than that.

The Athletic • NHL → 24 hours ago

The Athletic

NHL trade grades: Artemi Panarin is the offensive threat the Kings needed

The Rangers had a lot working against them in an Artemi Panarin trade but the return from the Kings is still underwhelming.

The Athletic • NHL → 1 day ago

Rugby Union

The Guardian

Feyi-Waboso hands England Six Nations injury scare 48 hours before Wales opener

Immanuel Feyi-Waboso has given England a late injury scare before they start their Six Nations campaign against Wales on Saturday after pulling up in training.

The Guardian • Rugby Union → 3 hours ago

BBC

England wing Feyi-Waboso a doubt for Wales game

Immanuel Feyi-Waboso is an injury doubt for England's Six Nations opener against Wales on Saturday after the wing pulls up in training on Thursday.

BBC • Rugby Union → 3 hours ago

BBC

Wales boss Tandy hopes to repeat Twickenham success

Wales are huge underdogs on Saturday against England having not won a Six Nations game since March 2023.

BBC • Rugby Union → 3 hours ago

BBC

Who has the best record in the men's Six Nations?

Our Ask Me Anything team explore which countries have the best and worst track records across the tournament's history.

BBC • Rugby Union → 4 hours ago

BBC

Six Nations referees want foul play 'consistency'

Six Nations referees have vowed to achieve "greater consistency" around officiating of foul play in this year's Championship after a spate of controversial incidents in the autumn.

BBC • Rugby Union → 6 hours ago

BBC

Wales coach suffers 'freak' injury on eve of Six Nations

Wales are considering drafting a new scrum coach after Duncan Jones was left needing surgery after an accidental collision in training.

BBC • Rugby Union → 6 hours ago

The Guardian

Scotland’s Townsend calls Newcastle links ‘disruptive’ before Six Nations

Gregor Townsend has claimed reports he is to take over at Newcastle after the 2027 World Cup are an attempt to “disrupt” Scotland before the Six Nations.

The Guardian • Rugby Union → 8 hours ago

BBC

Rees-Zammit at full-back for Wales against England

Wales name Louis Rees-Zammit at full-back for their Six Nations opener against England at Allianz Stadium in Twickenham on Saturday.

BBC • Rugby Union → 9 hours ago

BBC

Scotland's Townsend denies signing Newcastle deal

Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend plays down a report that he has agreed to take over at Newcastle Red Bulls after the World Cup.

BBC • Rugby Union → 9 hours ago

The Guardian

‘England couldn’t be in a better place’: Danny Care on the Six Nations, Rugby World Cup and Harlequins

The England legend discusses punditry, rugby sevens and the pride he felt while watching Joe Marler in The Traitors. Are you surprised at the complete turnaround in England’s results or did you see this coming?. I’m not at all surprised because I saw the team trending in the right direction.

The Guardian • Rugby Union → 11 hours ago

NRLRugby League

Sydney Morning Herald

NRL set to discuss revamping pre-season calendar as clubs keep stars under wraps

The future of the Pre-Season Challenge and All Stars match are set to come under review when the NRL sits down to broker a new broadcast deal.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 3 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘If you find out, tell me’: Mahoney breaks silence on explosive Bulldogs split — NRL Daily

Hooker Reed Mahoney has revealed his exit from the Belmore-based club was the “toughest part” of his career, having fallen out of favour under Cameron Ciraldo.

Fox Sports • NRL → 10 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

How NRL’s revolutionary rule change works – and could play into one side’s hands

One of the NRL’s key rule changes for the 2026 season could reinvent the wheel for how coaches strategies. Could one side benefit the most?.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 10 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

‘If you find out, tell me’: Reed Mahoney still in the dark over Bulldogs exit

New Cowboys hooker Reed Mahoney will go up against his old Canterbury teammates in the Las Vegas season opener. He still doesn’t know why they let him go.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 12 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘Sky is the limit’: Titans rookie snubs NRL powerhouse as fresh ‘vision’ secures second star

Yet another Titans star has committed his future to the club, with Cooper Bai ending the speculation surrounding his future by signing a fresh contract.

Fox Sports • NRL → 13 hours ago

Fox Sports

Star-studded All Stars squad revealed as marquee faces missing in Vegas, injury chaos

James Fisher-Harris, Jayden Campbell and Nicho Hynes will headline the upcoming 2026 NRL All Stars match — but the annual event will be without some of the biggest Indigenous and Maori rugby league players.

Fox Sports • NRL → 15 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Two games in one day? Why NRL rule change makes backing up more likely

The NRL’s new six-man interchange bench will force clubs to find a balance between giving players too much football or not enough.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 16 hours ago

NRL

2026 Harvey Norman All Stars teams announced

Harvey Norman All Stars returns to Aotearoa New Zealand for the 15th edition of the game’s annual cultural showpiece to kick off the 2026 Rugby League calendar.

NRL → 16 hours ago

Fox Sports

Broncos unleash recruits as star-studded squad named for World Club Challenge

The Brisbane Broncos have confirmed their 20-man squad for the upcoming World Club Challenge against Hull Kingston Rovers, which will take place later this month.

Fox Sports • NRL → 18 hours ago

Fox Sports

She’s an NRLW legend and a fitting ‘fairytale’ finish looms... if the Broncos can deliver

Ali Brigginshaw is an ornament to women’s rugby league having been there since the professional game’s infancy and still has plenty left to achieve before hanging up the boots this year.

Fox Sports • NRL → 19 hours ago

Rugby League

BBC

Workington out to reap rewards of Saints cup visit

The third round of the Challenge Cup sees 13 Super League teams away to lower division sides in a welcome David v Goliath boost for the pyramid.

BBC • Rugby League → 7 hours ago

BBC

Peters 'keen' to have talks over England job

Hull KR's treble-winning head coach Willie Peters says while he is yet to speak to anyone it would "be a privilege" to be England's head coach at this year's World Cup.

BBC • Rugby League → 8 hours ago

BBC

Review suggests moving Challenge Cup from Wembley

A wide-ranging review of rugby league has suggested moving the Challenge Cup final away from its historic home at Wembley.

BBC • Rugby League → 8 hours ago

NRL

Broncos name World Club Challenge squad to face Hull KR

The Brisbane Broncos have announced a 20-man squad to travel to England to play the Super League Premiers, Hull Kingston Rovers, in the 2026 World Club Challenge on Thursday, February 19. .

NRL → 19 hours ago

ABC Sport

Kiwi great backs State of Origin being played across the ditch

The NRL's reported landmark move to host a State of Origin match in New Zealand is hailed as "sensational" by Kiwi legend Gary Freeman.

ABC Sport • Rugby League → 19 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘Had no answers’: Tigers captain opens up on dark days... and navigating Galvin ‘rollercoaster’

The Tigers may be a club on the rise and for some, a sexy pick to improve into the top eight this season, but there has been several very dark moments in recent years to overcome.

Fox Sports • NRL → 21 hours ago

ABC Sport

Trailblazing dad fires NRL dream for Dolphins rookie Su'a

The work ethic of a former Test fast bowler and the mentoring of an elite prop are inspiring Dolphins rookie Sebastian Su'a's NRL quest.

ABC Sport • Rugby League → 22 hours ago

NRL

Act of Squad: Wests Tigers predicted team and 2026 overview

After last year shedding the wooden spoon for the first time since 2021, Wests Tigers will be aiming for a place in the finals this season.

NRL → 23 hours ago

Fox Sports

Now or never: Dynamic Dragon facing NRL scrapheap... unless he can change one thing — Crawls

Rugby league fans don’t need a court of law to explain the difference between right and wrong.

Fox Sports • NRL → 24 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Grant 'worried' about new interchange rule

Melbourne star Harry Grant admits he is "worried" about the NRL's new eight-player interchange rule.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 24 hours ago

Premier LeagueFootball

The Athletic

Leicester get six-point deduction for breaching PSR - but financial woe set to continue

The sanction was handed down by an independent commission and relates to the three-year period ending with the 2023-24 season.

The Athletic • Premier League → 4 hours ago

BBC

Are Chelsea-Strasbourg transfer deals bad for football?

Chelsea and Strasbourg have completed 12 transfer deals this summer. Is it out of the ordinary, and might Fifa get involved?.

BBC • Football → 9 hours ago

The Athletic

Premier League launches new LGBTQ+ initiative after ending Stonewall partnership

The new campaign will not suggest individuals wear pride or rainbow-themed warm-up tops, laces or captain's armbands.

The Athletic • Football → 10 hours ago

The Athletic

What's eating Ronaldo? Plus: City set up Arsenal showdown and why it's called football

Today in TAFC: We explain why Ronaldo is frustrated in Saudi. Plus: Man City set up some grudge games with Arsenal.

The Athletic • Football → 11 hours ago

BBC

Same again please Bruno - FPL team of the week

Bruno Fernandes retains the captain's armband in the FPL team of the week after his 20-point haul in gameweek 24.

BBC • Football → 12 hours ago

BBC

Premier League announces replacement for Rainbow Laces

The Premier League launches its 'Premier League with Pride' campaign, effectively replacing its partnership with Stonewall and Rainbow Laces.

BBC • Football → 12 hours ago

The Athletic

Manchester City vs Arsenal promises to be a Carabao Cup final filled with intriguing subplots

A trophy is at stake, but there may also be significant implications for the title race when the two teams meet at Wembley in March.

The Athletic • Premier League → 14 hours ago

The Athletic

Why Manchester United have commercial concerns - and what they're doing about them

The Premier League giants are being caught up or even eclipsed by their rivals after years of financial supremacy.

The Athletic • Premier League → 16 hours ago

The Athletic

Florian Wirtz finally looks like Florian Wirtz

The German is flourishing after a slow start at Anfield — with Hugo Ekitike one of the main beneficiaries.

The Athletic • Premier League → 16 hours ago

The Athletic

Spectacular and sustainable? Why the Premier League is feasting on long-range goals

Why we need to look beyond expected goals to explain a better conversion rate from outside the box this season.

The Athletic • Football → 16 hours ago

Tennis

WTA

Oliynykova saves 21 break points in Cluj-Napoca; to face Raducanu next

Oleksandra Oliynykova saved 21 out of 23 break points en route to upsetting Wang Xinyu at the Transylvania Open to make her first WTA semifinal in just her second main draw. She'll face top seed Emma Raducanu, who defeated Maja Chwalinska in straight sets.

WTA → 4 hours ago

ATP

Hot Shot of the Month: Vote for January's winner

The 2026 ATP Tour season exploded into life in January, delivering a month packed with breathtaking shotmaking.

ATP → 4 hours ago

WTA

Sabalenka, Swiatek, Rybakina headline star-studded Indian Wells field

The entire Top 10 will be in Indian Wells for the BNP Paribas Open, including World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka, two-time champion Iga Swiatek, Australian Open champion Elena Rybakina and defending champion Mirra Andreeva.

WTA → 4 hours ago

WTA

Alexandrova stops Eala; Bejlek, Baptiste break new ground in Abu Dhabi

Ekaterina Alexandrova ended Alexandra Eala's run at the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open in straight sets in the quarterfinals, while Sara Bejlek delivered a flawless performance to reach her first tour-level semifinal.

WTA → 5 hours ago

WTA

4 burning questions ahead of Doha and Dubai

Which player has the best chance to win her first WTA 1000 title? Which Top 10 player is most in need of a big result? We answer those questions and more ahead of the upcoming tournaments in Doha and Dubai.

WTA → 6 hours ago

ESPN

ATP chairman Gaudenzi reelected to third term

Andrea Gaudenzi has been reelected as chairman of the ATP men's professional tennis tour, giving him a third term that runs through 2028.

ESPN • Tennis → 6 hours ago

ATP

Who is competing in Indian Wells? Alcaraz, Sinner, Djokovic headline

Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic are on the entry list for the first ATP Masters 1000 event of the season in March at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells. The hard-court event, which runs from 4-15 March, is set to feature all of the current Top 10 players in the PIF ATP Rankings.

ATP → 8 hours ago

ATP

Andrea Gaudenzi re-elected as ATP Chairman through 2028

The ATP today announced that Andrea Gaudenzi has been re-elected as Chairman. Gaudenzi will serve a third term through 2028, having held the position since January 2020. Under Gaudenzi’s leadership, men’s professional tennis has undergone a period of unprecedented growth.

ATP → 8 hours ago

ATP

2026 Rotterdam tennis prize money

The ABN AMRO Open in Rotterdam, Netherlands, which this year runs from 9-15 February, has announced a prize money total of €2,462,660 for the 2026 edition.

ATP → 1 day ago

ATP

2026 Dallas tennis prize money

The Nexo Dallas Open, which this year runs from 9-15 February, has announced a prize money total of $2,833,335 for the 2026 edition.

ATP → 1 day ago

WTATennis

WTA

Eala comes from 4-0 down, saves match point in dramatic Abu Dhabi second-round win

Alexandra Eala showed her staying power in Abu Dhabi, coming back from a set down and a 4–0 deficit in the third set, saving a match point to defeat Aliaksandra Sasnovich and reach the quarterfinals.

WTA → 1 day ago

WTA

Venus Williams accepts wild card into ATX Open in Austin

Venus Williams, 45, will make her inaugural appearance at the ATX Open in Austin later this month, playing both singles and doubles. She'll be joined in the draw by Jessica Pegula and Iva Jovic.

WTA → 1 day ago

WTA

Sabalenka pulls out of Qatar TotalEnergies Open in Doha

World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka will miss next week's Qatar TotalEnergies Open in Doha, citing a change of schedule. Lois Boisson has also withdrawn from the tournament with a leg injury.

WTA → 1 day ago

WTA

2026 Qatar Open 411: Dates, players and everything else you need to know

The Qatar TotalEnergies Open, the first WTA 1000 tournament of the season, kicks off on Sunday, Feb. 8. Amanda Anisimova will be back to defend her title, and she'll be joined by Iga Swiatek, Coco Gauff and Elena Rybakina.

WTA → 1 day ago

WTA

2026 PIF Race to the WTA Finals leaderboard launches

An Australian Open title-run sends Elena Rybakina to the top, with Aryna Sabalenka and Elina Svitolina close behind after a busy start to the season.

WTA → 1 day ago

WTA

'I just had to grind': Baptiste upsets Navarro in Abu Dhabi three-setter

Hailey Baptiste scored her fourth career Top 20 win after coming through a topsy-turvy three-setter against Emma Navarro in the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open second round, while McCartney Kessler also delivered an upset of Leylah Fernandez.

WTA → 2 days ago

WTA

The Mercedes-Benz star makes its WTA Tour debut in Abu Dhabi and Ostrava

As Mercedes-Benz begins its role as Premier Partner, the iconic star arrives on court in Abu Dhabi and Ostrava, marking the first visible step in a season-long presence across more than 30 WTA tournaments worldwide.

WTA → 3 days ago

WTA

Eala pays tribute to close friend Sonmez after Abu Dhabi win

Alexandra Eala defeated Zeynep Sonmez in a first-round contest at the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open between traiblazers and close friends, while Jelena Ostapenko saved two match points in a rollercoaster victory over Oksana Selekhmeteva.

WTA → 3 days ago

WTA

Week in Review: Fearless underdogs and the return of a champion

The Australian swing is in the books, culminating in a memorable Australian Open final between Elena Rybakina and Aryna Sabalenka. We hand out our weekly awards as the WTA Tour heads to the Middle East.

WTA → 3 days ago

WTA

Rankings Watch: Rybakina’s climb, mothers back in Top 10, youth on the rise

Fourteen months after returning from maternity leave, Belinda Bencic and Elina Svitolina make history together after Melbourne, while Australian Open champion Elena Rybakina ties her career-high ranking.

WTA → 3 days ago

ATPTennis

ATP

Zverev withdraws from Rotterdam

Alexander Zverev has withdrawn from the ABN AMRO Open in Rotterdam. The tournament shared the news on social media on Wednesday. The 28-year-old last competed in Rotterdam in 2023, when he fell to Tallon Griekspoor in the second round.

ATP → 1 day ago

ATP

Wawrinka downs Medjedovic for historic win in Montpellier

Stan Wawrinka made history at the Open Occitanie Wednesday.

ATP → 1 day ago

ATP

How a tire change underpinned Skupski's return to doubles World No. 1

Neal Skupski has returned to the summit of the PIF ATP Doubles Rankings, climbing to World No. 1 for the first time in 29 months. The Briton’s rise to the top was sealed in emphatic fashion, having won the Australian Open alongside Christian Harrison.

ATP → 1 day ago

ATP

Relive Roger Federer’s first ATP Tour title, 25 years on

A quarter of a century has passed since a 19-year-old Roger Federer lifted his first ATP Tour trophy, a moment that marked the beginning of his historic career.

ATP → 1 day ago

ATP

How Alcaraz, Nadal combined to make Spanish history

Carlos Alcaraz added another golden chapter to Spanish tennis history on Sunday, when he lifted the Australian Open trophy to complete the Career Grand Slam and join Rafael Nadal in one of the sport’s most exclusive clubs.

ATP → 2 days ago

ATP

Fils wins first match since August in Montpellier

Arthur Fils made a triumphant return to the ATP Tour on Tuesday at the Open Occitanie Montpellier, where he overcame Valentin Royer 7-6(7), 6-7(4), 6-2. Competing for the first time since August, the dynamic Frenchman saved one set point in the first set and produced a thrilling third-set display to raise the roof at the ATP 250 indoor event.

ATP → 2 days ago

ATP

Who is 16-year-old Moise Kouame?

Moise Kouame has caught the attention of the tennis world this week. The 16-year-old became the sixth-youngest man to qualify for an ATP Tour event since 2000 at the Open Occitanie. What should you know about the fast-rising French teenager? Read on to learn more about Kouame.

ATP → 2 days ago

ATP

Rodesch relearned to walk, now he’s climbing the Challenger circuit

Chris Rodesch was a promising junior weighing a choice between college tennis and turning pro. At age 17, he appeared set on the collegiate path, until suddenly tennis entirely disappeared from the equation.

ATP → 2 days ago

ATP

Inside Holger Rune's recovery from Achilles surgery

As the biggest stars spent January competing for the crown at the Australian Open, there was one notable name missing from the schedule: Holger Rune.

ATP → 2 days ago

ATP

Alcaraz, Djokovic make first moves in Live Race

Who have made early moves in the PIF ATP Live Race To Turin?. We are four weeks into the new season and while it is still very much early days, a number of stars have made good starts in their quests to qualify for this year’s Nitto ATP Finals.

ATP → 2 days ago

MLBBaseball

The Athletic

Framber Valdez's big payday. Plus: How Brendan Donovan became a Mariner

Welcome to The Windup, The Athletic's MLB newsletter.

The Athletic • MLB → 4 hours ago

ESPN

MLB players strike deal to be AI characters

Major League Baseball players have agreed to let a tech company create AI characters of themselves that can chat and interact with fans.

ESPN • MLB → 5 hours ago

ESPN

Olney and Passan's MLB offseason lessons -- and what they mean for baseball's future

From more outrage over MLB's top spenders to what to make of deals that never happened, here's what we learned this winter.

ESPN • MLB → 9 hours ago

The Athletic

Minnesota Twins 2026 top 20 prospects: Walker Jenkins, Emmanuel Rodriguez lead the way

Injuries had a significant impact on the Twins system in 2025, but there are still plenty of players with significant upside on their list.

The Athletic • MLB → 9 hours ago

The Athletic

Kansas City Royals 2026 top 20 prospects: Carter Jensen, Blake Mitchell lead the way

The Royals' list is solid now and could get significantly better soon as their younger prospects come into their own.

The Athletic • MLB → 10 hours ago

The Athletic

Detroit Tigers 2026 top 20 prospects: Kevin McGonigle, Max Clark lead the way

The Tigers' system is extremely top heavy, but the players at the top of the system have star ceilings.

The Athletic • MLB → 10 hours ago

The Athletic

Cleveland Guardians 2026 top 20 prospects: Angel Genao, Travis Bazzana lead the way

The Guardians still have a top-five farm system thanks to a balance of promising position players and pitchers.

The Athletic • MLB → 10 hours ago

The Athletic

Chicago White Sox 2026 top 20 prospects: Braden Montgomery, Caleb Bonemer lead the way

The White Sox have a top-10 system thanks to their last two drafts and multiple trades of veterans for prospects.

The Athletic • MLB → 10 hours ago

The Athletic

By adding Framber Valdez, Tigers show they're in it to win it in Tarik Skubal's walk year

While waiting to learn the results of their arbitration case against Skubal, the Tigers added the best free-agent pitcher on the market.

The Athletic • MLB → 10 hours ago

The Athletic

The best MLB free agent available at every position a week ahead of Spring Training

With pitchers and catchers reporting soon, there are enough free agents still out there to build a strong rotation and a decent lineup.

The Athletic • MLB → 10 hours ago

Baseball

Yahoo Sports

Dodgers reportedly expected to return to White House after World Series win

SAUL LOEB via Getty ImagesThe Los Angeles Dodgers are indeed headed back to the White House after their second straight World Series win.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 15 hours ago

ESPN

Sources: Padres, OF Andujar agree to 1-year deal

Miguel Andujar and the San Diego Padres agreed Wednesday to a $4 million, one-year contract, sources confirmed to ESPN's Jeff Passan on Wednesday.

ESPN • MLB → 16 hours ago

The Athletic

Framber Valdez's signing could be the statement move the Tigers needed

Signing Valdez marks the biggest free-agent deal of Scott Harris' tenure as Tigers president of baseball operations.

The Athletic • MLB → 17 hours ago

The Athletic

Dodgers expected to visit White House to celebrate World Series win: Source

The Dodgers have previously visited the White House in 2021 with President Joe Biden and last April with President Donald J. Trump.

The Athletic • MLB → 17 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Detroit Tigers finally make a splash by signing Framber Valdez for $115 million

Finally, finally, finally, the Detroit Tigers put their money where their ace is. On the same day that they argued against superstar hurler Tarik Skubal in the most divergent arbitration hearing in MLB history, the club made its most significant signing of the decade.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 17 hours ago

ESPN

Sources: Tigers land Valdez for 3 years, $115M

Framber Valdez and the Tigers are in agreement on a three-year, $115 million contract, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan, the highest average annual value ever for a left-handed pitcher.

ESPN • MLB → 19 hours ago

The Athletic

Tigers, Framber Valdez agree to three-year, $115 million deal: Sources

At his best, Valdez is an ace, a man nicknamed "La Grasa" for the designer clothes and colognes he wears between starts.

The Athletic • MLB → 19 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Framber Valdez reportedly agrees to 3-year, $115 million deal with Tigers

One of baseball's most consistent and durable pitchers has his first big free-agent contract. Framber Valdez reportedly agreed to a three-year, $115 million deal with the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday, according to ESPN's Jeff Passan.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 19 hours ago

ESPN

Sources: Red Sox add Kiner-Falefa on 1-year deal

Veteran utility player Isiah Kiner-Falefa and the Red Sox are in agreement on a one-year contract, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan on Wednesday.

ESPN • MLB → 19 hours ago

ESPN

Mancini to Angels as comeback attempt continues

Cancer survivor Trey Mancini is taking another shot at a major league comeback after agreeing to a minor league contract with the Angels.

ESPN • MLB → 21 hours ago

Golf

ESPN

Reed shares lead to open Euro's Qatar Masters

Patrick Reed, who won the Dubai Desert Classic and then lost in a playoff last week in the Bahrain Championship, finished with a 7-under 65 on Thursday to share the Qatar Masters lead with Daniel Hiller.

ESPN • Golf → 5 hours ago

Fox Sports

On-site jails and total bedlam: Inside PGA’s boozy ‘s***show’... and the year chaos went too far

With music blaring, and beer cans flying, LIV Golf has built a reputation for being the party tour.

Fox Sports • Golf → 19 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘Doesn’t apply’: LIV’s quiet $17m cull emerges as superstar hits out over double standards claim

LIV Golf has quietly slashed the end-of-season windfall given to its best individual player in the midst of discontent over this week’s controversial world rankings ruling.

Fox Sports • Golf → 23 hours ago

ESPN

UnitedHealth exec named PGA of America CEO

The PGA of America has appointed UnitedHealth Group executive Terry Clark to be the next CEO, the second time in its last three hires the organization has chosen a business leader who was on its board of directors.

ESPN • Golf → 1 day ago

ESPN

How to bet the WM Phoenix Open: Target these Maverick McNealy, Si Woo Kim props

The fourth stop of the PGA Tour season brings us to Scottsdale, where we can expect to see plenty of birdies at the WM Phoenix Open.

ESPN • Golf → 1 day ago

Fox Sports

Everything you need to know ahead of the 2026 PGA Phoenix Open: Ultimate Guide

The PGA Tour heads to Scottsdale this week for the 2026 edition of the Waste Management Phoenix Open.

Fox Sports • Golf → 2 days ago

Fox Sports

Smith’s first realistic world ranking in four years is ugly. He’s victim of a ‘hard to defend’ reality

LIV Golf is finally recognised by the Official World Golf Ranking — just not in the way the rebel tour wanted to be.

Fox Sports • Golf → 2 days ago

ESPN

Kessler: LPGA wasn't prepared for Monday finish

Commissioner Craig Kessler acknowledged mistakes made by the LPGA Tour during its controversial, weather-shortened season opener this past weekend at Lake Nona and vowed improvements going forward.

ESPN • Golf → 2 days ago

Fox Sports

’Unprecedented’ golf bombshell as LIV left fuming over double-edged ruling

LIV Golf’s four-year battle to be recognised by golf’s peak world ranking body has finally produced a favourable result for the Saudi-backed tour, albeit with a catch that it has labelled unfair.

Fox Sports • Golf → 2 days ago

ESPN

How to watch the 2026 Waste Management Phoenix Open on ESPN

This week, PGA golfers head to Scottsdale, Arizona for the 39th edition of "The People's Open." Check out how to watch the action on ESPN now.

ESPN • Golf → 2 days ago

Motorsport

Formula 1

Komatsu admits Haas ‘expected more’ from Ocon in 2025

Ayao Komatsu has admitted that Haas “expected more” from Esteban Ocon in 2025, with the team boss anticipating that the driver will make “more [of a] contribution” during the upcoming campaign following talks over the winter.

Formula 1 → 5 hours ago

Formula 1

Hamilton feels ‘winning mentality’ at Ferrari ‘more than ever’

Lewis Hamilton has spoken about an “incredibly enthusiastic” mood at Ferrari in the build-up to the 2026 season, with the seven-time World Champion feeling a “winning mentality in every single person more than ever”.

Formula 1 → 5 hours ago

BBC

'It's unique' - Can Norris and Piastri guide McLaren to success again?

Formula 1 world champion Lando Norris and his team-mate Oscar Piastri speak to BBC Sport's Natalie Pirks, discussing their relationship, their new and improved car and their hopes for the new season.

BBC • Formula 1 → 6 hours ago

Formula 1

Audi retain Felbermayr for second season in 2026

Emma Felbermayr has become the 14th driver locked in for the 2026 F1 ACADEMY season, with Audi confirming that the Austrian racer will represent them for her second campaign in the all-female series.

Formula 1 → 8 hours ago

Formula 1

Lowdon praises ‘strong team spirit’ at Cadillac

Cadillac Team Principal Graeme Lowdon has praised the “strong team spirit” of the new squad following their early mileage at the Barcelona Shakedown, with the mood in the camp ahead of pre-season testing in Bahrain slated as “really positive”.

Formula 1 → 8 hours ago

Formula 1

Williams FW48 hits the track for first time at Silverstone

Williams’ 2026 car has hit the track for the first time, with the squad confirming that the FW48 ran during a shakedown at Silverstone.

Formula 1 → 8 hours ago

MotoGP

Alex Marquez fends off Bezzecchi as sun sets on Sepang Test

The 2025 GP winner is top but ‘Bez’ is hot on the chase as testing concludes in Malaysia.

MotoGP → 10 hours ago

Formula 1

How Norris proved to himself he has ‘what it takes’

2025 World Champion sits down with Lawrence Barretto to reflect on his title achievement as well as looking ahead to a new season in Formula 1.

Formula 1 → 13 hours ago

ESPN

F1 champion Norris hungry for 2nd title

Lando Norris insists he is still as hungry as ever to win the Formula 1 title as defending champion, even if by his own admission, he does not have the same single-minded ambition as greats like Michael Schumacher and Max Verstappen.

ESPN • Formula 1 → 14 hours ago

ESPN

Piastri expects 'Papaya Rules' to continue in 2026

Oscar Piastri is expecting McLaren's controversial Papaya Rules approach to continue this year, after he found himself on the wrong side of it at last year's Italian Grand Prix.

ESPN • Formula 1 → 14 hours ago

Formula 1Motorsport

The Guardian

Lando Norris driven to defend F1 title but says he has ‘different mentality to Max’

Lando Norris has insisted he enters the new Formula One season highly motivated to retain the world championship he won for the first time last year. The McLaren driver believes his maiden triumph has only given him greater confidence in his ability.

The Guardian • Formula 1 → 14 hours ago

BBC

'More chaos in races' from new F1 rules - Norris

World champion Lando Norris is anticipating "more chaos in races" as a result of new rule changes in Formula 1 next season.

BBC • Formula 1 → 14 hours ago

ESPN

Williams 2026 FW48 hits the track after delays

The new Williams Formula 1 car, which missed the opening week of preseason testing due to delays in production, has finally hit the track during a filming day at Silverstone on Wednesday.

ESPN • Formula 1 → 1 day ago

Formula 1

10 quiz questions on the latest Formula 1 news

Test your knowledge of the Formula 1 news from the past seven days...

Formula 1 → 1 day ago

Formula 1

American Express confirms Dobson for 2026

American Express have announced that Ava Dobson will be representing the F1 ACADEMY Official Partner on the 2026 grid.

Formula 1 → 1 day ago

Formula 1

Why Hadjar’s mum knew about Red Bull seat before he did

Isack Hadjar has revealed that his mum found out about his promotion to the Red Bull team before he did, having received a phone call about the news prior to her son.

Formula 1 → 1 day ago

BBC

The F1, football and NFL figures with Epstein links after conviction

Senior figures in sport maintained personal contact with Jeffrey Epstein, while others were discussed regarding potential deals.

BBC • Formula 1 → 1 day ago

Formula 1

Stefano Domenicali attends Apple TV press day

Stefano Domenicali, President and CEO of Formula 1, has been speaking about the new partnership between F1 and Apple during an Apple TV press day, following on from the announcement in October that Apple would become the sport’s exclusive US broadcast partner from 2026.

Formula 1 → 1 day ago

Formula 1

DRIVING TOMORROW: Ariana Bravo on the future of F1 fan engagement

As part of Santander’s Driving Tomorrow series, Ariana Bravo discusses the growth of Formula 1, the evolution of the fanbase, and her hopes for the next phase of the championship’s development when it comes to viewer and spectator engagement.

Formula 1 → 1 day ago

ESPN

Aston Martin '4 months behind' but 'spectacular'

Aston Martin team principal Adrian Newey has revealed his team's 2026 car started wind tunnel development four months later than its rivals, but that hasn't stopped the new AMR26 turning heads in testing.

ESPN • Formula 1 → 1 day ago

College BasketballBasketball

ESPN

'We're poor': Sampson bemoans UH's low budget

Houston coach Kelvin Sampson said his top-10 team can't sign more recruits because the school's athletic department is "very poor.".

ESPN • College Basketball → 5 hours ago

ESPN

Power Rankings: A static top 5 (for now), but big rises (Kansas) and drops (Gonzaga, BYU) elsewhere

An upcoming week of tough matchups could result in a shakeup of teams at the top of the rankings.

ESPN • College Basketball → 5 hours ago

ESPN

BYU coach hurt by another anti-Mormon chant

BYU coach Kevin Young shared his disappointment over the anti-Mormon chants that could be heard from the Oklahoma State student section during the No. 16 Cougars' upset loss to the Cowboys.

ESPN • College Basketball → 9 hours ago

ESPN

Portland, led by injured coach, stuns No. 6 Zags

Portland pulled off one of the biggest upsets in school history Wednesday night, an 87-80 stunner over No. 6 Gonzaga that came just days after coach Shantay Legans tore his Achilles in practice.

ESPN • College Basketball → 9 hours ago

ESPN

Izzo threatens to bench Fears after critical tech

Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo called out star guard Jeremy Fears after he was accused of employ dirty tactics for the second straight game, this time earning a critical technical foul in a 76-73 loss to Minnesota.

ESPN • College Basketball → 15 hours ago

ESPN

Pat Knight quits as Marian coach over staff dispute

Pat Knight, the son of the late Bob Knight, has resigned as coach of the Marian Knights men's basketball team after refusing to comply with an administrator's demand he fire someone on his staff.

ESPN • College Basketball → 19 hours ago

ESPN

Ranking the top 12 men's Coach of the Year contenders at midseason

From Fred Hoiberg and the turnaround he's authored at Nebraska to usual suspects, see who made the short list.

ESPN • College Basketball → 1 day ago

ESPN

Brey, Bluder, E. Johnson to get Lapchick Award

Mike Brey, James Jones, Lisa Bluder and Ernie Johnson will be this year's recipients of the Joe Lapchick Character Award.

ESPN • NBA → 1 day ago

ESPN

Bryce James, son of LeBron, to redshirt for Arizona

Bryce James, youngest son of NBA star LeBron James, is going to redshirt his freshman season at Arizona, coach Tommy Lloyd confirmed Tuesday.

ESPN • College Basketball → 2 days ago

ESPN

Mountain West reveals multiplatform media deals

The Mountain West Conference announced multi-year media deals with CBS Sports, Fox Sports, The CW Network and streaming platform Kiswe. The deals begin in 2026-27 and will include football, men's and women's basketball and Olympic sports.

ESPN • College Football → 2 days ago

College FootballAmerican Football

ESPN

Wetzel: Standing on the brink of anything-goes NCAA eligibility

By not controlling who is eligible, the NCAA is losing the ability to function as an organizing athletic body.

ESPN • College Football → 8 hours ago

ESPN

Huskies' Williams got 'bad advice' on near transfer

Washington quarterback Demond Williams Jr. said Wednesday his short-lived decision to leave the Huskies was a mistake that resulted from "really bad advice.".

ESPN • College Football → 16 hours ago

ESPN

Montana's Hauck retires, says game no longer fun

Montana coach Bobby Hauck, saying that college football has become "not enjoyable" amid the seismic shift in the sport, announced his retirement Wednesday.

ESPN • College Football → 17 hours ago

ESPN

NCAA denies appeal for Ole Miss QB Chambliss

The NCAA has denied Ole Miss' appeal for Trinidad Chambliss' sixth-year eligibility waiver, which will direct his fight to play college football in 2026 to state court.

ESPN • College Football → 17 hours ago

ESPN

Cotton Bowl president Baker retiring after 38 years

Cotton Bowl president and CEO Rick Baker announced Wednesday he is retiring after 38 years with the organization that operates the College Football Playoff game played in North Texas.

ESPN • College Football → 21 hours ago

ESPN

Badgers' Fickell asked to forgo 1-year extension

Wisconsin football coach Luke Fickell, at his request, was not among the coaches to receive a customary one-year extension from the school's athletic board.

ESPN • College Football → 21 hours ago

ESPN

New OC Kelly sees potential at rising Northwestern

New Northwestern offensive coordinator Chip Kelly said he saw the Wildcats as an ascending program amid the rapid changes affecting college football.

ESPN • College Football → 21 hours ago

ESPN

New OC Kelly sees potential at rising Northwestern

New Northwestern offensive coordinator Chip Kelly said he saw the Wildcats as an ascending program in a rapidly changing college football landscape.

ESPN • College Football → 24 hours ago

ESPN

Huskers get commitment from 4-star DT Berymon

Nebraska made a significant late addition in the 2026 class Wednesday with a commitment from four-star defensive tackle Dylan Berymon, the top uncommitted prospect in the 2026 cycle.

ESPN • College Football → 1 day ago

ESPN

Vols QB Aguilar granted TRO in eligibility bid

Tennessee quarterback Joey Aguilar has been granted a temporary restraining order in his lawsuit against the NCAA seeking an extra year of eligibility, which he would use as a member of the Vols.

ESPN • College Football → 1 day ago

Netball

ABC Sport

Australia's netballers thrash Jamaica in first Test

The Diamonds made a flying start with the initial six goals in a comprehensive 72-41 victory at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre.

ABC Sport • Netball → 10 hours ago

ABC Sport

Diamonds eye timely glimpse of Jamaica in Test series

Australia's netballers expect to gain precious intelligence ahead of a showpiece tournament when they host Jamaica in a three-Test series.

ABC Sport • Netball → 2 days ago

ABC Sport

Diamonds bolster defence for Jamaica series as Commonwealth Games loom

Australia's netball hierarchy settles on a replacement for an injured defender ahead of the Diamonds' three-Test series against Jamaica.

ABC Sport • Netball → 1 week ago

ABC Sport

'It makes training sessions feel twice as hard': Zara Walters was running on empty

Zara Walters felt tired, dizzy and unable to recover from training sessions — then she found out she was low in iron. It's a condition that often goes undiagnosed, especially in female athletes.

ABC Sport • Netball → 2 months ago

ABC Sport

A rare brain illness couldn't stop Milly from making country netball history

A rare brain illness left Milly Brock unable to walk or speak, but eight months later, she was back leading her regional netball club on grand final day.

ABC Sport • Netball → 2 months ago

ABC Sport

This 18-year-old is the first badged netball umpire in a wheelchair

Brodie Taylor has changed the game of netball by overturning disability preconceptions to become the first person in a wheelchair to attain national netball umpiring accreditation.

ABC Sport • Netball → 2 months ago

ABC Sport

Super Netball eyes expansion as it seeks two new teams

Super Netball could have two additional teams by 2027, with Netball Australia calling for expressions of interest to expand the competition.

ABC Sport • Netball → 2 months ago

ABC Sport

Boys changing the game as netball pushes hard for Olympic future

From regional Queensland to state level, boys' netball is gaining momentum and reshaping the future of the sport.

ABC Sport • Netball → 3 months ago

MotoGPMotorsport

MotoGP

Mir leads Honda charge to the 1:56 club before rain stops play in Sepang

A day of two halves sees Honda and VR46 claim the top three as opposite fortunes for Yamaha see all their machinery stay in the pits on Wednesday.

MotoGP → 1 day ago

MotoGP

Marc Marquez fastest, Quartararo sidelined from Sepang Test

Day 1 is in the books with a familiar #93 on top, but there’s drama elsewhere as Quartararo crashes and returns home to recover.

MotoGP → 3 days ago

MotoGP

Sepang Test: as it happened on the final day

Stay up to date with all the action from the Sepang Test as MotoGP action in 2026 ignites.

MotoGP → 3 days ago

MotoGP

Watch: Quartararo confirms Honda talks

Ahead of the Sepang Test getting underway, the Frenchman addressed the rumours that he’s signed for HRC in 2027.

MotoGP → 3 days ago

MotoGP

ULTIMATE GUIDE: Sepang Test kicks off 2026

New items, fresh faces and a return to action – three days of Malaysian testing await.

MotoGP → 3 days ago

MotoGP

Honda HRC Castrol reveal 2026 colours

Mir and Marini pull the covers off their machinery for the season as Honda HRC Castrol conclude our 2026 Team Presentations in style.

MotoGP → 3 days ago

MotoGP

Bezzecchi renews with Aprilia Racing on multi-year new contract

"Marco Bezzecchi and the RS-GP say yes" - Aprilia confirm the #72's renewal in some style as the very first domino of 2027 silly season officially falls.

MotoGP → 4 days ago

MotoGP

Zarco’s Castrol Honda LCR & Moreira’s all-new Pro Honda LCR liveries revealed

The French veteran and the Brazilian rookie takes the covers off their machinery for our record-breaking 2026 season.

MotoGP → 4 days ago

MotoGP

‘Pure essence’: BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP unveil 2026 colours

Alex Marquez takes to the stage in Kuala Lumpur as Aldeguer connects from afar to take the covers off their new livery.

MotoGP → 5 days ago

MotoGP

Shakedown concludes with Honda fastest at Sepang

The three-day season starter wraps up for test riders, rookies and factory race riders with concessions ahead of the official Sepang Test next week.

MotoGP → 5 days ago

Miscellaneous

Sportslogos.net

Washington Commanders Tease New Logo Featuring Shield, Spears

The logo features their current "W" mark, which was introduced in 2022, at the center of a Greco-Roman shield, as well as two crossed spears and two stars, notably used for military rankings.

Sportslogos.net → 14 hours ago

Sportslogos.net

Hartford Yard Goats reprise classic Rock Cats identity

The Hartford Yard Goats have been a fixture in Minor League Baseball for the last decade—so much so that it’s hard to remember a time when they were not part of MiLB’s logo landscape. But from 1995 to 2015, the franchise was located 16 miles to the southwest in New.

Sportslogos.net → 18 hours ago

Front Office Sports

NFL: Super Bowl Field Standards Won’t Repeat Previous Slip-Ups

SAN FRANCISCO — Even amid growing discord between the NFL and NFL Players Association on matters such as a potential 18-game regular season, there is rising consensus about developing fields around the league that can meet a “Goldilocks” standard for performance and player safety.

Front Office Sports • Stadiums and Real Estate → 20 hours ago

Sportslogos.net

Football Association of Wales Marks 150th Anniversary With Retro National Team Kit

The Football Association of Wales (FAW) is marking its 150th anniversary with a special retro kit for the country’s national teams. The Cymru 150th Anniversary jersey, made by adidas, was unveiled earlier this week on the FAW’s website and social media platforms.

Sportslogos.net → 21 hours ago

Front Office Sports

Manfred, DeSantis Support Rays Stadium, Funding Questions Persist

There is a groundswell of additional support behind the Rays’ revised plans to build a ballpark in Hillsborough County, Fla., but as has been the case for much of the past 20 years, there are still plenty of unanswered questions about funding.

Front Office Sports • Stadiums and Real Estate → 22 hours ago

Front Office Sports

Lakers Center Suspended for Pushing Wizards Mascot

Lakers center Jaxson Hayes has been suspended for one game because of a physical altercation during the Lakers and Wizards game on Jan. 30. That altercation was with G-Wiz, Washington’s mascot.

Front Office Sports • Athletes → 23 hours ago

Sportslogos.net

New Detroit Tigers Uniform Leaked in Video Game Trailer

A blink-and-you-miss-it shot in the new MLB The Show 26 trailer appears to show Tarik Skubal in a previously unseen orange Detroit Tigers alternate with new cap, pants striping, and a “crawling tiger” sleeve patch.

Sportslogos.net → 1 day ago

Sportslogos.net

Great Lakes Loons celebrate local myth with Michigan Dogmen alternate identity

Minor League Baseball teams have a tradition of recognizing local cryptids.

Sportslogos.net → 2 days ago

Front Office Sports

Cristiano Ronaldo Skips Game to Express Displeasure With Saudi PIF

Cristiano Ronaldo sat out of Monday’s game for his Saudi club in protest of its lack of spending in the transfer window.

Front Office Sports • Athletes → 2 days ago

Front Office Sports

Ex-NFL Pro, Commanders Exec Says Women’s Sports Is an Undervalued Asset

Former NFL pro Jason Wright helped professionalize the Commanders during a five-year run as team president that coincided with fallout from ex-owner Dan Snyder’s controversies and a then-record $6.05 billion sale of the franchise.

Front Office Sports • Deals → 2 days ago

NBLBasketball

NBL

Hawks snatch it from 36ers to stay alive

The Illawarra Hawks produced a stunning finish to snatch the 100-99 win at home to stay in the race for NBL sixth position while knocking the Adelaide 36ers from top spot in the process.

NBL → 21 hours ago

NBL

Phoenix take advantage of wounded Breakers

The South East Melbourne Phoenix have set up their top two battle on Sunday with the Sydney Kings by taking full advantage of the New Zealand Breakers who saw their front court further decimated with the 114-83 win.

NBL → 22 hours ago

NBL

"He can do things that no other player can"

Melbourne United are preparing to unleash star guard Shea Ili at full throttle in the playoffs in the hope he could make the difference in their NBL championship push.

NBL → 1 day ago

NBL

Rising Next Star to miss Phoenix clash

The New Zealand Breakers have announced that their NBL Next Star Karim Lopez will miss Thursday’s Round 20 clash with South East Melbourne. The Mexican 18-year-old, who scored a career-high 32 points last round against Melbourne, is sidelined due to a lower leg issue.

NBL → 1 day ago

NBL

Aussies Abroad: Landale's "positive" move to Hawks

Jock Landale's latest NBA move to Atlanta has been hailed as a "real positive" for the in-form centre and the Australian Boomers ahead of the FIBA World Cup and Olympics.

NBL → 1 day ago

NBL

36ers have 'ace up their sleeve'

Much has been written about Adelaide’s indifferent form over the past few rounds, which has seen the 36ers lose four of their past six games.

NBL → 1 day ago

NBL

Star Bullet ruled out for season

The Brisbane Bullets announced on Thursday they will be without star guard Javon Freeman-Liberty for the remainder of the season, due to a hamstring injury. Freeman-Liberty, who has made nine appearances for the Bullets this season, sustained the injury during Round 15’s loss to Perth.

NBL → 1 day ago

NBL

Breakers embrace "difficult moment"

The New Zealand Breakers’ Finals chances hang by a thread, following Sunday’s heartbreaking loss to Tasmania. That result leaves them two wins behind the sixth-placed JackJumpers, with just three rounds remaining.

NBL → 1 day ago

NBL

How to watch & talking points: Illawarra v Adelaide

Illawarra Hawks (8th) v Adelaide 36es 1st)Thursday, February 5, 7.30pm AEDTWIN Entertainment CentreHow to watch‍‍Watch every game live on ESPN. >> How to watch ESPNTickets>> Ticketing informationHow to follow & live scores‍Live scores, stats, breaking news and game highlights are available via the new and improved NBL App.

NBL → 1 day ago

NBL

How to watch & talking points: New Zealand v SE Melbourne

New Zealand Breakers (7th) v South East Melbourne Phoenix (2nd)Thursday, February 5, 5.30pm AEDTSpark Arena How to watch‍‍Watch every game live on ESPN. >> How to watch ESPNTickets>> Ticketing informationHow to follow & live scores‍Live scores, stats, breaking news and game highlights are available via the new and improved NBL App.

NBL → 1 day ago

WNBABasketball

ESPN

Road to $1M paydays: How WNBA salaries evolved with each CBA

For the first time, a $1 million base salary is expected in the new WNBA CBA, and the cap could see a 230% increase.

ESPN • WNBA → 1 day ago

Andscape

Unrivaled’s Philly stop reflects momentum driving WNBA players amid labor dispute

Philadelphia sports fans are known as some of the most passionate people around. Add in the progressive sensibilities of women’s basketball supporters, and it can create an impact that is truly unrivaled.

Andscape • WNBA → 2 days ago

ESPN

WNBA, players meet in person in 'helpful' talks

The WNBA and the players' union met for a few hours Monday for the first time in several weeks to try to move the stalled collective bargaining negotiations forward.

ESPN • WNBA → 3 days ago

ESPN

Sources: WNBA, union meeting could be 'pivotal'

The WNBA and WNBPA will meet Monday morning in New York, sources close to the process told ESPN, a meeting many believe could be "pivotal" in whether a new collective bargaining agreement is reached or players decide to strike.

ESPN • WNBA → 4 days ago

ESPN

Unrivaled draws record crowd of 21,490 in Philly

Unrivaled co-founder Napheesa Collier said it was "unbelievable" to see a record 21,490 fans attend the 3-on-3 league's inaugural tour stop in Philadelphia.

ESPN • WNBA → 6 days ago

ESPN

WNBA, players' union to resume CBA talks Monday

The WNBA and the WNBPA are scheduled to hold an in-person meeting in New York on Monday to discuss a new collective bargaining agreement.

ESPN • WNBA → 6 days ago

ESPN

Portland Fire reveal WNBA's newest on-court look

The Portland Fire's on-court look reconnects the previously tenured franchise with the city's embracement of the team.

ESPN • WNBA → 1 week ago

ESPN

WNBA labor talks: Four ways a new CBA can get done

The 2026 season is just over 100 days away, but negotiations between the WNBA and players' union are at a stalemate.

ESPN • WNBA → 1 week ago

ESPN

Fever's Clark to join 'Sunday Night Basketball'

The Fever's Caitlin Clark will appear two nights on NBC's 'Sunday Night Basketball' for pregame coverage of the Lakers-Knicks on Feb. 1 and then will return for another pregame show on March 29 when the Knicks visit the Thunder.

ESPN • WNBA → 1 week ago

ESPN

Minnesota teams, NBPA call for peace amid unrest

The Vikings, Wild, Timberwolves and Lynx as well as the NBPA spoke out Sunday about the fatal shootings by federal agents in the state, calling for a de-escalation of tensions and peace.

ESPN • NBA → 2 weeks ago

AFLWAussie Rules

AFL

Tassie preparing to enter AFLW competition in 2028

Tasmania CEO Brendan Gale has indicated when he expects the Devils to enter the AFLW competition.

AFL • AFLW → 2 days ago

AFL

The new way AFLW teams can add players to their lists

The AFLW's first pre-season draft is on the horizon, with players needing to meet one key criteria in order to be eligible.

AFL • AFLW → 2 days ago

AFL

Power coach steps down after four seasons in charge

The Power are searching for a new AFLW coach after Lauren Arnell made the decision to step down.

AFL • AFLW → 1 week ago

AFL

Draft, trade, cross-coders: How your club built its AFLW list

Some clubs back themselves to identify and develop young talent, while others hit trade periods hard. This is how each club has built its list.

AFL • AFLW → 2 weeks ago

AFL

Stepping up: Your club's breakout player of 2025

From new stars to established ones who have found another gear, we choose the player from each club that turned heads this season.

AFL • AFLW → 3 weeks ago

AFL

'Becoming relevant again': Fast-finishing Dogs put finals back in sight

Western Bulldogs coach Tamara Hyett says her side is ready to return to finals in 2026.

AFL • AFLW → 3 weeks ago

AFL

DJs, designers, doctors: AFLW players' lives away from footy

From firefighting to fashion, DJ decks to design labels, see what AFLW players get up to away from the field.

AFL • AFLW → 4 weeks ago

AFL

Your club's best 21: Who's in, who's out, who's new

Gemma Bastiani has compiled her predicted starting 21 for each team ahead of the 2026 season.

AFL • AFLW → 4 weeks ago

AFL

Instant impact: The off-season moves that paid off in 2025

We take a look back at some of the best off-season moves that paid off in 2025.

AFL • AFLW → 1 month ago

AFL

Dear Santa, here's what the AFLW clubs want for Christmas

Here's what the 18 AFLW clubs want to find under the tree this Christmas.

AFL • AFLW → 1 month ago

A-LeagueFootball

Fox Sports

‘Heartbroken’: Tributes flow for celebrated former A-League coach after tragic death

The Australian football community is mourning the death of former Melbourne City and Brisbane Roar coach Rado Vidosic.

Fox Sports • A-League → 1 week ago

Fox Sports

Teenager announces A-League arrival with a second-half hat-trick; City embarrassed

Adelaide United teenager Brody Burkitt announced his A-League arrival with a second-half hat-trick to sink Brisbane Roar at Suncorp Stadium on Saturday.

Fox Sports • A-League → 2 weeks ago

The Guardian

Teenage girl wearing jersey with Palestinian flag refused entry to Sydney A-League game

Exclusive: Girl had to agree to remove shirt before being let into Allianz Stadium on Sunday night.

The Guardian • A-League → 2 weeks ago

Fox Sports

‘Damaging and disappointing’: Ugly twist in A-Leagues debacle as investor takes shock swipe

Spurned investor Damon Hanlin has slammed the Australian Professional Leagues, saying he had been “encouraged” to be Central Coast Mariners’ “financial stabiliser” by the club’s outgoing chairman before being denied the chance to become the A-League outfit’s official owner.

Fox Sports • A-League → 3 weeks ago

Fox Sports

‘Nothing ever happened’: Skipper hits back after groundbreaking Aussie’s homophobia claims

Australia’s first openly gay male professional footballer, Josh Cavallo, has accused Adelaide United of being homophobic — but the club’s captain has hit back.

Fox Sports • A-League → 3 weeks ago

The Guardian

Josh Cavallo claims homophobia drove him out of Adelaide United

Josh Cavallo has accused his former A-League club Adelaide United of homophobia and blocking him from playing after he came out as gay in 2021. The 26-year-old left the Reds last year and moved from Australia to England where he now plays non-league football.

The Guardian • A-League → 3 weeks ago

Fox Sports

A-Leagues club plunged into doubt as $1m deal turns sour, chairman stripped of licence

The Australian Professional Leagues has taken control of Central Coast Mariners in an interim capacity after stripping chairman Mike Charlesworth of the club’s licence following the breakdown of his unofficial ownership deal with Damon Hanlin.

Fox Sports • A-League → 3 weeks ago

The Guardian

Roar seeking legal advice over Mariners coach’s comments after spiteful A-League Men game

The ugly half-time spat between A-League teams Brisbane Roar and Central Coast Mariners has had an even uglier fallout, with Brisbane seeking legal advice after Mariners interim coach Warren Moon’s stinging post-match comments.

The Guardian • A-League → 1 month ago

Fox Sports

‘Disgrace’: A-League club fires back at searing serve after ‘police called’ claim in tunnel blow-up

Central Coast Mariners interim coach Warren Moon has blasted his former club Brisbane for the “conduct” of their staff, which led to police involvement during Wednesday night’s 2-1 loss in Gosford — earning an angry response from the Roar, which said Moon’s spray was “inappropriate, irresponsible, and unsupported by any facts”.

Fox Sports • A-League → 1 month ago

Fox Sports

Trio slapped with whopping bans over A-League betting scandal

Three former A-League players have been slapped with lengthy bans from Football Australia for their involvement in match-fixing offences.

Fox Sports • A-League → 2 months ago