Jerry Jeudy debunks viral video that made it look like he wanted Deshaun Watson to start for Browns
Cleveland Browns wideout Jerry Jeudy knows better than to publicly take sides when there’s a position battle on the line.
Cleveland Browns wideout Jerry Jeudy knows better than to publicly take sides when there’s a position battle on the line.
Warringah hooker Wes Thomas faces an uncertain future after injuring his neck playing for his club on Saturday.
Mitch McGovern is on track to play every game this season, but he is one of five Blues in their 30s yet to receive a contract for 2027.
Trey Yesavage, who began the season on the injured list with a right shoulder impingement, landed on the 15-day IL on Wednesday, this time because of left knee inflammation that cut his Tuesday start short in Houston.
The 26-year-old Brazilian has strong interest from Arsenal, as well as an improved contract renewal offer from Real Madrid.
Phoenix chances hit after struggling effort with the bat at Trent Bridge.
Newcastle United appoint Matthias Jaissle, 38, as head coach to succeed Eddie Howe - but what will the German bring to the club?.
Wrexham complete the signing of Preston North End captain Ben Whiteman on a three-year deal.
As the drivers take a break and decompress after the first-half of the season, test your knowledge with 11 questions from 11 rounds of racing action.
F1.com takes a look at the origins of some of the sport’s most unforgettable nicknames.
Jake Lehmann and Ben Brown hit fifties in comfortable win for home side.
Dom Sibley and Tommy Ealham also impress to maintain Surrey's bid for knockouts.
Surrey maintain their push for a home semi-final in the One-Day Cup with a 95-run win over Kent.
Pakistan made short work of West Indies on the fourth morning to register their first away Test win in three years.
Buttler surpasses Kieron Pollard's benchmark with 20-ball 51* against Welsh Fire.
An early three-wicket blast from Kyle Abbott earns Hampshire a 90-run win over Glamorgan, who suffer their fifth successive One-Day Cup defeat.
Jos Buttler stars as Manchester Super Giants beat Welsh Fire by nine wickets in The Hundred.
England Over-60s cricket vice-captain Mel Hussain bids to do something his famous brother Nasser never did - lift a World Cup.
A washout in the first ODI against Afghanistan ended Ireland's chances of securing direct entry into the World Cup.
Manchester Super Giants manage just 85 but make Fire work hard for points.
Newcastle's CEO on Howe's departure, what new boss Jaissle will bring, and the club's plan to rebuild around a core of youngsters.
The 33-year-old replaces Eddie Howe, who left Newcastle last week after five years in charge.
The player must now decide whether he wants to renew, await free agency next summer or pursue the opportunity presented by Arsenal.
Crystal Palace are set to sign Takehiro Tomiyasu on a free transfer following a successful trial and are considering a move for winger Solly March.
With Bruno Guimaraes set to sign for Premier League champions Arsenal, BBC Sport look at why the Gunners wanted the Newcastle skipper.
Through his self-confessed love of the transfer window, Tottenham boss Roberto de Zerbi hopes he can guide his club back up the Premier League table.
Tottenham Hotspur's head coach discusses the club's transfer window, escaping relegation, and being embarrassed by praise from Pep Guardiola.
Hull City sign Greece goalkeeper Konstantinos Tzolakis from Olympiacos on a five-year deal for a club-record fee.
Chelsea are closing in on an agreement with Rayo Vallecano for defender Pep Chavarria.
The clubs are set to reach a compromise to allow the 28-year-old to seal his desired move to north London.
In this exclusive book extract, Melissa Reddy documents the Egyptian King’s sacrifice and dedication to make his vision a reality. The entrance to Al Mokawloon Al Arab’s youth sector feels imposing. At first it is confusing to pinpoint the reason.
Matthias Jaissle has described Newcastle “as an incredibly compelling place to be” after finally formalising his managerial move from Saudi Arabia’s Al-Ahli.
Real Madrid make Vinicius Jr an improved contract offer as they look to keep the Brazil winger at the Bernabeu.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino is reportedly scrambling amid calls he should resign from his position.
Midfielder Erica Meg Parkinson, 18, has been named in England's preparation squad for the Under-20 Women's World Cup in Poland next month.
The calendar flip is already happening a year too late. It shouldn't be the only significant change to MLS and its structure next summer.
Xabi Alonso hailed Mykhailo Mudryk’s “emotional” return from a doping ban as the winger played for Chelsea for the first time in nearly two years in a 1-0 friendly defeat by Juventus in Hong Kong on Wednesday.
Jeremy Monga's £10m move from Leicester to Manchester City may have gone under the radar this summer, but the teenager's own career is not expected to go in quite the same manner as he aims to emulate his idol Eden Hazard.
The bulk of the EFL cup's first round fixtures will take place on a weekend, despite traditionally being a midweek cup competition.
The Portugal legend Luís Figo has described Gianni Infantino’s ill-fated scheme to sell off stakes in the World Cup to private investors as “the lowest, most deceitful and cravenly self-interested behaviour I have ever witnessed” and called on the Fifa president to resign.
NRL officials have arrived in England to hold talks with clubs as the prospect of a groundbreaking deal with Super League nears completion, while two of the competition’s heavyweights, Wigan Warriors and Warrington Wolves, confirmed they will lead an on-the-road weekend to Dublin in 2027. Rugby league’s two premier club competitions have been in discussions for most of this year about a deal that would see the NRL invest a significant sum into Super League, while taking authoritative control of the competition in a bid to transform its long-term fortunes.
A “disaster” could be looming at the Penrith Panthers as the club deals with a major salary cap squeeze which is affecting several superstars.
The Dolphins will face an almighty battle to keep a couple of their superstars, but it appears they’re closing in on one.
Before the round of footy gets underway, catch the tips from Andrew Johns and Brad Fittler.
See all the late mail, official team news and updates for Round 23 of the 2026 NRL Telstra Premiership competition.
nib Newcastle Knights NRLW Head Coach Ben Jeffries has committed his future to the Club, signing a contract extension through to the end of the 2028 season.
The 24-year-old has been a standout for Souths this year and returns from a hamstring injury for the Indigenous Round game against Parramatta at Allianz Stadium.
If anyone thought Wests Tigers Raecene McGregor was on fire in Magic Round, then they will be eagerly awaiting the star halfback lining up against her former club St George Illawarra on Sunday. .
The Canterbury Bulldogs boast one of the NRL’s deepest halves stocks, but their long-term playmaking puzzle could already have another contender waiting in the wings.
Is this the greatest collection of Kiwi talent ever under consideration for a Rugby League World Cup. Choose your side now.
Warrington Wolves and Wigan Warriors are set to meet in Dublin in 2027 in the first Super League fixture to be played in Ireland.
Prop forward Matty English is out for the rest of the season after suffering an ACL injury shortly after signing for York Knights.
Manly Warringah Sea Eagles respond to a lawsuit from the family of a player who died at preseason training saying he was negligent in his own death by not revealing he was out of shape.
There comes a point in every professional sporting competition where the conversation changes.
The Bears’ pursuit of Junior Paulo has hit a small snag amid the revelation that the prop is chasing a deal worth $900,000 a season.
The round opens at Belmore Sports Ground with two sides keen to build momentum. The Bulldogs enter the weekend after a big loss to the unbeaten Broncos, while the Cowboys arrive with renewed confidence after a hard-fought 18-16 win over the Raiders in Magic Round.
Round 6 wraps up with the Roosters hosting the Eels at Polytec Stadium. The Roosters sit second on the ladder after five straight wins, while Parramatta remain in search of a breakthrough result.
A blockbuster clash awaits in Canberra as the Raiders host the undefeated Broncos. Brisbane is sitting on top of the ladder after opening their 2026 campaign with five consecutive wins.
The Dragons and Tigers enter this Round 6 clash after a mixed bag of results in Round 5. St George Illawarra were heavily beaten by the Roosters in Round 5, while the Tigers impressed in their 32-20 win over the Sharks. .
The Warriors and Knights clash should be high-quality and thoroughly entertaining. Both sides are well in the finals conversation, with Newcastle sitting fourth and the Warriors fifth heading into the round. .
Federal prosecutors have asked a judge to jail one of Rozier's codefendants for witness intimidation.
Anamaria Goltes, Luka Doncic's ex-fiancee, has withdrawn a petition she filed in the Superior Court of Los Angeles in March seeking child support and attorney fees from the Los Angeles Lakers star, sources told ESPN. The petition had a pending court date scheduled for Aug.
Jaylen Brown expressed excitement about playing alongside LeBron James after his offseason trade to the Philadelphia 76ers, offering his first public comments on James' decision to sign with the team during a Twitch livestream. "Yo, we got 'Bron, and what an opportunity that is," said Brown.
Domantas Sabonis will remain with the Sacramento Kings this season with two years and $94 million remaining on his current contract, and team sources say he has expressed a willingness to recommit and fully buy into the roster, following months of the front office exploring potential trade scenarios.
The Spurs' star hosted several of his teammates overseas as he continues to work on improving his post game.
The biggest clue to Stephen Curry's future may be whether he and the Warriors reach an extension this summer.
The teams in the middle 10 have been active since their seasons ended, aggressively looking to address shortcomings. That goes a long way.
The Toronto Raptors agreed to a contract with Andre Jackson Jr., sources told Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Jackson will compete for a roster spot during training camp.
Cole Anthony signed with Melbourne United, the team announced on Tuesday. The 26-year-old averaged 12 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 3.8 assists over his six-year NBA career.
The Cleveland Sirens introduced their name and branding during an event at Rocket Arena on Tuesday. Cleveland, the 16th franchise in the WNBA, will begin play in 2028. Dan Gilbert's Rock Entertainment Group paid an expansion fee of $250 million for the team.
The National Basketball Players Association opened up the PLYRS UNTD Performance Center, a $50 million training facility covering 42,500 square feet, in Los Angeles this week.
It is officially one of the biggest signings of the NBL off-season, with Melbourne United securing former NBA guard Cole Anthony for the 2026-27 campaign.
Former Adelaide 36ers import Montrezl Harrell has publicly questioned why Sydney Kings star Xavier Cooks received a one-month suspension for his second anti-doping violation, with the former NBA forward taking to social media after the Kings confirmed the sanction.
Subscribe to The Dunker SpotApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeWe have a fun episode coming your way!. First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones check in on the Dallas Mavericks after agreeing to an extension with Naji Marshall.
Lachlan Cunningham via Getty ImagesHouston Rockets star Kevin Durant is never shy about sharing his opinion. The future Hall of Famer has developed a reputation for being outspoken and argumentative on social media, often with hilarious results.
Melbourne United have landed one of the signings of the NBL27 off-season by securing the signature of NBA point guard Cole Anthony. The 367-game NBA talent, who's played for both Orlando and Milwaukee, joins Jacob Chance's side on a one-year deal.
As the Aspiration scandal lingers and a number of restricted free agents hang in the balance, much of the NBA's summer business has been completed, which means we are free to grade each team's list of transactions with our own offseason report card.
AJ Williams, the top-ranked player in the class of 2028, plans to reclassify into the 2027 class, he told ESPN Tuesday. Williams, currently No. 1 in his original class, will slot in at No.
A new medical study has found a correlation between increased minutes played in the games preceding an Achilles tear and the likelihood of that injury, though the NBA disputes the connection based on its own internal research.
Trey Jemison and the Toronto Raptors have agreed to a Two-Way deal. Jemison spent the 2025-26 season with the New York Knicks on a Two-Way. In 13 NBA games, Jemison averaged 1.0 points and 1.4 rebounds in 6.3 minutes.
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Houston Astros manager Joe Espada told reporters Wednesday that shortstop Carlos Correa has been cleared to resume swinging a bat. Correa has been sidelined since May 4 after suffering a torn tendon in his ankle.
Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-CastApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube. The biggest get of the trade deadline season made his debut for the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday night, with hopes that Tarik Skubal could end the mini-skid they had been on.
There's a reason the Los Angeles Dodgers were so aggressive in their pursuit of two catchers at the trade deadline.
The Pittsburgh Pirates are going to release designated hitter Marcell Ozuna, per reports. Ozuna had been one of the franchise's marquee free-agent signings, but his play had not panned out over the course of the season.
The Pirates deepened their bullpen at the deadline but not its lineup, which was been hampered lack of production from Ozuna.
Despite one of the highest payrolls in the sport, the New York Mets have played like … well … the New York Mets in 2026. With the team sputtering in the first half, the Mets engaged in a significant fire sale at the trade deadline, with eight major-league players being shipped out.
Jo Adell and Nathaniel Lowe will provide some punch for a solid team that saw an opportunity in a wide-open American League and seized it.
The Phillies’ game of musical chairs was the most notable and glaring of the various roster adjustments happening around the league.
Handing out bests, worsts and other awards for the moves that were made at the recently completed MLB Trade Deadline.
The trade deadline rearranged the entire baseball landscape. Let's take a look at where things stand now that the dust has settled.
Chicago fans had plenty to cheer, especially when the Cubs broke through in the sixth against Skubal in his Dodgers debut.
O'Hoppe says he has no ill will toward Angels interim GM John Mozeliak, who shipped him off to the Rangers for 19-year-old Angel Arredondo.
Here's what we learned from a one-of-a-kind trade deadline, with invaluable perspective from current and former team executives.
In 2014, Raul Ibanez hit .188 for the Kansas City Royals and did not appear in the playoffs. Yet teammates said he played a massive role.
CHICAGO —Before Tarik Skubal took the mound Tuesday for his much-anticipated debut in Dodger Blue, a plane flew over Wrigley Field during batting practice with a banner that read "THE DODGERS RUINED BASEBALL". That was just the beginning of his not-so-warm welcome to the "Friendly Confines.
Liam Plunkett took over 200 wickets for England across formats but, having moved to the U.S, found his skills transferable to baseball.
Freddy Peralta's first start with the Tampa Bay Rays did not go well on Tuesday. Peralta struggled in his first start with the franchise, just days after they landed him in a deal with the New York Mets.
“It just seems like there's always blowback with us,” Dodger manager Dave Roberts said.
Lombard lived up to the hype in a dream debut. His blast traveled 392 feet into the left-field stands, where a fan caught it with his hat.
Tomás Albornoz, the Argentina fly-half, has been banned for four matches for intimidating the referee after the full-time whistle of England’s controversial victory against the Pumas last month.
Bristol props George Kloska and Jimmy Halliwell agree new deals and scrum-half Oscar Lennon re-signs with the club.
Scarlets managing director Jon Daniels also wants greater transparency from the Welsh Rugby Union as their future hangs in the balance.
The former rugby star will be known as Mauler when the fourth series airs in 2027, the BBC confirmed.
Television presenter Nick Knowles becomes a shareholder in Champ Rugby side Cornish Pirates.
Since their contracts were stripped back to part-time last summer, Great Britain Sevens players have had to find alternative employment and teams to keep their passion alive.
England’s worst Six Nations performance has contributed to the Rugby Football Union expecting a £10m loss for the financial year ending June 2026, the Guardian can reveal.
Defence coach Scott McLeod masterminded one of the most famous finishes at a World Cup when the Kiwis held out Ireland for more than five minutes in 2023. He wants to bring that steel to Australia.
Max Jorgensen is coming up against Eddie Jones for the first time in Australian colours, three years after the ex-Wallabies coach called him up as an 18-year-old.
Salary cap regulations might not be high on everyone's holiday reading list, but Eddie Hearn might be interested if he's keen to get Henry Pollock's £1m pay-day.
Five men — Drew Brees, Roger Craig, Luke Kuechly, Larry Fitzgerald and Adam Vinatieri — 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.
Andscape senior NFL writer Jason Reid speaks to coordinators leaguewide about what meaningful advancement looks like for Black coaches at the highest level of football Carolina Panthers defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero says he is ready for a head coaching opportunity, but his focus is on 2026. In Coaches Conversations with Andscape senior NFL writer Jason Reid, the Panthers DC reflects on Carolina winning the NFC South last season, facing the Los Angeles Rams in the playoffs, and building a defense around process, trust and daily growth.
The Arizona Cardinals will be without No. 3 overall draft pick Jeremiyah Love on Thursday night against the Carolina Panthers. Head coach Mike LaFleur told reporters ahead of practice Wednesday that the rookie running back will not be suiting up Thursday night.
Listen to this story Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… ‘The American Carnival’ is a yearlong cultural examination of the impact of the Super Bowl halftime show far beyond entertainment.
Greenlaw accepts full responsibility for the failed union with the Broncos, but his reunion with the 49ers has him smiling again.
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 | 2. Seahawks | 1. Rams The Los Angeles Rams' model isn't complicated, nor is it hard to copy.
From Roman Harper to Ron Rivera, Kuechly's former teammates, coaches and opponents share their thoughts on the Hall of Fame linebacker.
Stroud doesn't need to carry the Texans — the defense can do that. Houston just needs precision and sound decision-making from its QB.
We now dissect athletes' every utterance in search of hidden meaning and innuendo. The hypocrisy is both comical and frightening.
A snapshot of the AFC East, where the Patriots are again on top. Do the Bills unseat them? Could the Dolphins or Jets surprise?.
Mike McCarthy and the Steelers also responded to the quarterback’s criticism of Anthony Fauci on The Pat McAfee Show.
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — The sun shone a little brighter over the Atlanta Falcons' training camp Tuesday. Bijan Robinson's brief hold-in had ended, and for a moment, all was right in Flowery Branch.
Micah Parsons isn't yet sure when he'll return from a torn ACL that cut his first season with the Green Bay Packers short. But when he does, he has a warning for opposing offenses. He's coming back with "anger" and "frustration" and expects to be "great.
The Buffalo Bills have reached the playoffs each of the past seven seasons. They're still searching for that elusive Super Bowl victory, a triumph that's evaded the franchise for decades and most notably in the 1990s, when they lost the championship game four years in a row.
The Chicago Bears have secured a key Caleb Williams protector. The Bears reached a new four-year, $116 million deal with offensive lineman Darnell Wright on Tuesday afternoon, according to the NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Wright will receive $93 million guaranteed.
Atlanta Falcons edge rusher Jalon Walker went down with an injury at Tuesday's practice. After his teammates huddled around him in support, he was taken to the locker room on a cart.
Atlanta Falcons edge rusher Jalon Walker went down with an injury at Tuesday's practice. After his teammates huddled around him in support, he was taken to the locker room on a cart.
Atlanta Falcons edge rusher Jalon Walker went down with an injury at Tuesday's practice. After his teammates huddled around him in support, he was taken to the locker room on a cart.
At 8:06 a.m. ET on Tuesday, Bijan Robinson's agent took a well-earned social media victory lap. "Anybody have a brinks truck?" Nicole Lynn wrote, punctuating her post with the eyes.
Walker suffered a torn ACL in practice on Tuesday, leaving the Falcons in need of pass-rush help.
As Larry Berg fielded his first wave of questions as MLS commissioner-elect, he tried to make clear his ambitious vision to take the league to another level. Until a question about the league’s broadcasting plans came up, that is.
U.S. Soccer is keenly aware of the discussion surrounding pay to play and youth development. Here's what the federation is doing about it.
Exactly 27 years to the day that Don Garber was introduced as Major League Soccer's second commissioner in 1999, LAFC co-managing owner Larry Berg pledged to improve on his predecessor's success upon taking over MLS' leading role on Jan.
MLS will have a new commissioner starting in 2027, but don’t expect the league to adopt the promotion and relegation system seen in league systems throughout the world anytime soon.
Any deal for the USA under-23 international is expected to be in the range of $15million (£11.1m).
Incoming Major League Soccer Commissioner Larry Berg sees his role as continuing the trajectory of the league under his soon-to-be predecessor, Don Garber.
Larry Berg will step into the seat occupied by Don Garber since 1999 with a set of clear objectives for a league looking to level up.
Major League Soccer is investigating “reported antisemitic and discriminatory language" from CF Montreal fans toward Israeli striker Dor Turgeman in Saturday's game against the New England Revolution.
Wildfires in Spain and France, exacerbated by this summer's heatwave, have destroyed hundreds of thousands of hectares of land.
The road to the 2030 World Cup will begin with an extended international window featuring opponents from North and South America.
Racing Bulls' Liam Lawson chats to F1.com about his impressive first half of the 2026 season – and what his hopes are for the remainder of the campaign.
Here are some of the most unique places to experience an F1 Grand Prix, featuring some of the most picturesque races on the calendar.
This is how each team mate pairing has stacked up against each other during the first half of the 2026 F1 season.
Two Wheels for Life brings back paddock access, rider appearances, exclusive auctions and fan entertainment to the 2026 Qatar Airways Grand Prix of Great Britain.
Another piece of the grid puzzle falls into place as the 2025 Australian GP winner continues with the SuperFile Trackhouse MotoGP Team for another two seasons.
A couple of hours outside iconic London, MotoGP is your gateway to get out and see what is, when it’s not raining, a beautiful country.
Tom McCullough is set to leave the Silverstone-based squad at the end of the current Formula 1 season.
F1 technical expert Mark Hughes takes a close look at the unraced McLaren MP4-18 designed by Adrian Newey – and how it has much in common with the Aston Martin AMR26.
The #12 won’t take part at Silverstone to focus on his continuing recovery.
Formula 1’s 22 drivers have put on quite the show in 2026, with 11 action-packed rounds now behind us. But how do the scores from our Power Rankings judges look at the halfway mark? Here’s the top-10 list as we move through the summer break...
Later this season, Max Verstappen will make his 250th Grand Prix appearance, reaching another milestone in his incredible F1 career to date.
BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions.
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.
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.
Ahead of a busy second half of the Formula 1 season, how do the drivers recharge during their summer break?.
Several big talking points have emerged during the first half of the 2026 F1 season.
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.
An ex-member of the Rangers' in-game hype team accused superfan Larry Goodman of "a pattern of persistent and unwelcome physical contact.".
While some of these teams may have notably good or bad immediate futures, it's hard to see a medium-term path toward contention.
Five teams now have gone to a radio-TV simulcast. What's behind the change, and what are listeners missing?.
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.
Premiership Eagle Will Schofield has declared Jaymie Graham should be Essendon’s next senior coach and challenged the Bombers to hire someone from “outside the four walls” of the club.
The Western Bulldogs and North Melbourne Kangaroos have named their sides on the eve of round 22.
The development marks a significant escalation in a saga that has already engulfed the club after May’s partner, Sachi Dade, previously sued over alleged privacy breaches.
The teams are in for Thursday night's clash between the Western Bulldogs and North Melbourne at Marvel Stadium.
North Melbourne gets a much-needed return for its must-win Thursday night blockbuster with the Western Bulldogs, who have big boosts of their own.
Another staff member is being investigated for allegedly inappropriately accessing the private medical records of AFL legend Tony Modra, SA Health says.
Swans recruit Charlie Curnow remains the frontrunner to win this year's Coleman medal for top goal-kicker, but the 170cm Nick Watson is still a chance to pull off a shock feat.
Check out all the latest trade news from around the League.
Dean Solomon has made a decision on whether he will pursue the Bombers coaching job full-time.
Matthew Nicks believes the Crows are in a better position to challenge this year as they chase a top-four spot.
At a pivotal point of Collingwood's season, Dan McStay has produced the best patch of form of his career.
Just eight days after dislocating his shoulder, St Kilda defender Jack Silvagni is doing everything within his powers to face his former side Carlton.
The 2000 Essendon premiership player and current interim coach has made his decision. Meanwhile, the Magpies’ willingness to offer Ed Allan a deal follows his significant improvement since he was shifted to the midfield.
The Swans learnt to live without star midfielder Errol Gulden. Now he is back to his best just when they desperately need him.
Want to get this in your inbox every Wednesday afternoon? Sign up for the AFL newsletter here There are more than 300 men and women in the Australian Football Hall of Fame, and dozens of what could be loosely termed “rucks”. Of the 34 elevated to Legend status, six were ruckmen – Roy Cazaly, Jack Dyer, Merv McIntosh, John Kennedy Sr, Polly Farmer and John Nicholls.
Charlie Curnow remains the frontrunner to win this year's Coleman medal but Nick Watson is still a chance to pull off a shock feat.
The AFL has revealed the 2026 National Draft Combine invite list, featuring 63 young players of interest ahead of November’s intake.
Former Sydney Swans coach John Longmire has opened up on his regret for not doing more to support Adam Goodes in the final years of his career, as the two-time Brownlow medallist faced “diabolical, almost unforgivable” treatment.
The Western Bulldogs can lock in a finals spot if they beat North Melbourne and Luke Beveridge wants his side to embrace the pressure.
Geelong coach Chris Scott says Tyson Stengle's AFL career achievements are "close to a miracle".
Historic venue with classic encounters, the British countryside never fails to deliver.
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!.
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.
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!.
Australia's Super Netball players will receive better pay and more time off under a new 12-month deal, but they eventually want a revenue-sharing model.
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. .
Aryna Sabalenka recovered from an early break deficit to defeat Moyuka Uchijima 6-3, 6-3 and advance to the third round of the National Bank Open in Toronto. The world No. 1 will next face China's Shuai Zhang.
A heartwarming moment with a young boy on Toronto's Centre Court preceded a defining start for Marta Kostyuk, who's ready to tackle the road ahead in strong contention for the WTA Finals.
Beginning with the 2027 season, IMG will oversee production across more than 50 WTA Tour events each year, supporting live coverage, global distribution and content production.
Australian rising star Talia Gibson continued her impressive 2026 hard-court form at the National Bank Open, upsetting No. 18 seed Maja Chwalinska to reach the third round.
Venus Williams and Alexandra Eala will partner for doubles in Toronto, receiving the final wild card. They'll take the court during the Centre Court night session on Thursday, August 6.
Iga Swiatek started her National Bank Open campaign on cruise control, but had to survive hot shots and a 13-deuce tussle to fend off Sara Bejlek's challenge and advance to the third round.
We picked five of the best shots from Washington and Memphis -- but only one can be the best one of the week that was. Watch them all and vote for your favorite.
Alexandra Eala capped her rise with a monumental first title, defeating the top three seeds in DC to lift the trophy. Meanwhile, 16-year‑old Kristina Liutova won the Memphis Classic to become the youngest active champion on the WTA Tour.
The 2026 US Open qualifying entry list features 2019 champion Bianca Andreescu, Olympic gold medalist Zheng Qinwen, former Australian Open winner Sofia Kenin and recently-crowned 16-year-old Memphis champion Kristina Liutova.
Alexandra Eala reflects on her first WTA title, a 12-hour championship day, reading "Wuthering Heights" during rain delays, her quest to see "The Odyssey" and why she believes Washington is only the beginning.
Venus and Serena Williams received a doubles wild card for their first match together in nearly four years, while Venus also earned a singles wild card.
WTA stars went to the podium in Toronto, and we've rounded the best quotes from several players. Here's what they had to say.
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.
In the latest edition of the PIF WTA Rankings, Washington champion Alexandra Eala becomes the first Filipina in history to reach the Top 20, while 16-year-old Memphis champion Kristina Liutova leaps 103 places to a new career high.
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.
The AFL has today confirmed the list of players invited to the 2026 Telstra AFL and AFLW Draft Combines.
Forty-six up-and-coming AFLW footballers have been invited to this year's Draft Combine.
AFL.com.au names the player to watch at every club ahead of the 2026 NAB AFLW season.
When he got the Ireland coaching job, Colin O'Riordan was straight on the phone to Tadhg Kennelly and Rhyce Shaw.
Early talks have been held about making the Australia v Ireland clash an annual fixture.
St Kilda and Carlton come together on Sunday to celebrate Spud's Game with both the women's and men's playing at Marvel.
AFL.com.au spent time with the Aussie team during the sold-out Australia v Ireland game.
Ella Heads signs a four-year extension to remain at Port Adelaide.
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.
Cameron Smith has made his strongest admission yet that a return to the PGA Tour is on the table, conceding he would “100 per cent” head back if LIV Golf collapses.
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.
Western Hockey League team brings back jerseys with script "Tigers" on the front, emulating what the team wore in the years after being founded in 1970. The post WHL’s Medicine Hat Tigers Bring Back Classic Script Jerseys for 2026-27 appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.
The team's primary logo features one of the mythical creatures known for luring sailors with their voices cradling a basketball while swimming in Lake Erie. The post ‘Hear the Call’: Cleveland WNBA Franchise Unveils ‘Sirens’ Nickname, Logo appeared first on SportsLogos.
Social media has recently been flooded with clips of pro athletes lamenting that their multimillion-dollar contracts don’t go as far as people think. While such complaints can be easy to dunk on, the underlying point is important. The problem is the messenger.
The Cardinals are surveying fans on their uniform rotation, floating navy caps with the road grays, Victory Blue at home, and a possible new City Connect design. The post St Louis Cardinals Ask Fans to Weigh In on Uniforms, Navy Caps? Powder Blues at Home? appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.
The trend of athletes purchasing ownership stakes in pro sports teams is showing no signs of slowing down.
A look at New Era's 2026 NFL Sidelines caps, released today with simplified two-colour logos for all 32 teams and throwback versions for clubs that rotate one in; the cold weather set follows in September.
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.
The Illawarra Hawks have officially signed NBL champion Milton Doyle for the fast-approaching Hungry Jack's NBL27 Season. Doyle, who spent three seasons in Tasmania before lining up with Melbourne last season, joins the Hawks on a one-year deal as their second import, alongside Tyler Harvey.
There are just weeks to go until the Hungry Jack’s NBL27 Season tips off, and anticipation is building for what promises to be the biggest year yet. While several rosters are still being finalised, let’s take a look at every team’s most important off-season move so far.
In accordance with the Australian National Anti-doping Policy 2021, Sydney Kings’ player Xavier Cooks was issued with a one-month period of ineligibility by Basketball Australia, which concluded on July 4, 2026. This was issued as a result of an in-competition doping control test, and the metabolite of Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) was detected.
The Jacob Chance era at Melbourne United officially tipped off this week, as the team began their Hungry Jack's NBL27 pre-season training.
Fresh off an assistant coaching stint with the San Antonio Spurs at the 2026 NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, rising Kiwi coach Josiah Maama has officially joined the New Zealand Breakers as an assistant coach for the Hungry Jack's NBL27 Season.
Illawarra Hawks coach Justin Tatum will be the first to admit the club's Hungry Jack's NBL26 Season wasn't up to scratch, going as far as to say the Hawks "cheated their fans". In the hope of replicating their run to the 2024-25 title, Tatum explained his team is aiming to 'go back to the future' in the fast-approaching NBL season.
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.
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.
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.