The Philadelphia Phillies have let go of utility player Whit Merrifield and brought back Weston Wilson from Triple-A Lehigh Valley. Phillies President of Baseball Operations Dave Dombrowski announced these changes before Friday night’s game against…
Cleveland Guardians secures the top MLB draft pick, with Georgia’s Condon and Oregon State’s Bazzana leading the pack as top prospects
Charlie Condon, who started as a walk-on at Georgia and later became the national player of the year, along with Travis Bazzana, a former cricket player from Australia who now plays at Oregon State, are…
Colorado Rockies starter Germán Márquez is set to return on Sunday following Tommy John surgery; Bryant’s return is imminent
As they near the end of a disappointing first half, the Colorado Rockies received positive medical updates on Friday. Germán Márquez threw a bullpen session at Citi Field and is set to start on Sunday…
Seattle Mariners reliever Andrés Muñoz will take Logan Gilbert’s place on the AL roster for the All-Star Game
Andrés Muñoz of the Seattle Mariners took Logan Gilbert’s spot on the AL roster for Tuesday’s All-Star Game. Gilbert is set to pitch on Sunday against the Los Angeles Angels, Seattle’s final game before the…
Taj Bradley gives up 5 hits over 7 innings as the Tampa Bay Rays defeat the AL Central-leading Cleveland Guardians 2-0
Taj Bradley held AL Central leaders Cleveland to five hits over seven innings, guiding the Tampa Bay Rays to a 2-0 victory on Friday night. Bradley (4-4) recorded eight strikeouts and issued two walks in…
Butler and Langeliers guide Oakland Athletics, in last place, to a victory over the first-place Philadelphia Phillies
Lawrence Butler hit a home run and Shea Langeliers drove in two runs as the Oakland Athletics defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-2 on Friday night. Miguel Andujar and Brent Rooker also contributed RBIs for the…
Witt and Melendez each hit home runs as the Kansas City Royals defeat the Boston Red Sox 6-1, securing their fourth consecutive victory
Bobby Witt Jr. and MJ Melendez both hit solo home runs, Cole Ragans pitched seven innings allowing just one run, and the Kansas City Royals defeated the Boston Red Sox 6-1 on Friday night for…
Rookie Rece Hinds smashes his first career grand slam as the Cincinnati Reds cruise to a 7-4 victory against the Miami Marlins
Rookie Rece Hinds hit his first-ever grand slam, while Jonathan India and Jeimer Candelario each added solo home runs in the first inning as the Cincinnati Reds defeated the Miami Marlins 7-4 on Friday night.…
Ohtani’s double with an RBI in the ninth inning sparks the Los Angeles Dodgers’ comeback victory in Detroit, ending their losing streak
Shohei Ohtani’s RBI double with two outs in the ninth inning helped the Los Angeles Dodgers take the lead and secure a 4-3 victory over the Detroit Tigers on Friday, putting an end to their…
Judge smashes his 33rd home run, benches clear in the 9th as New York Yankees defeat Baltimore Orioles 4-1, narrowing AL East lead to 1 game
Aaron Judge smashed his 33rd home run, his first RBI in more than a week, helping the New York Yankees win the first game of their series against the AL East-leading Baltimore Orioles with a…
Iglesias and Bader each hit two home runs as the hot New York Mets fend off the Colorado Rockies, winning 7-6
Jose Iglesias and Harrison Bader both hit two home runs each as the New York Mets, who are on a winning streak, narrowly defeated the Colorado Rockies 7-6 on Friday night. Mark Vientos also hit…
Gonzales comes back from injury to aid the Pittsburgh Pirates in securing their second consecutive victory, defeating the Chicago White Sox 4-1
Marco Gonzales returned to the starting lineup after being sidelined with an injury for nearly three months, and the Pittsburgh Pirates secured their second consecutive win, defeating the White Sox 4-1 on Friday night. Ke’Bryan…
Jose Altuve smashes a three-run home run as the Houston Astros defeat the Texas Rangers 6-3
Jose Altuve hit a three-run home run, Hunter Brown struck out five batters over six innings, and the Houston Astros extended their winning streak at home to 10 games with a 6-3 victory over the…
Rutledge earns his debut MLB start as the Washington Nationals triumph over the Milwaukee Brewers, halting a five-game losing streak
Jackson Rutledge had an impressive debut as a starting pitcher in the major leagues, striking out six batters. Jesse Winker hit his 11th home run, contributing to the Washington Nationals’ 5-2 victory over the Milwaukee…
The benches empty in the 9th inning as the New York Yankees defeat the Baltimore Orioles in a showdown between struggling playoff hopefuls
For more than three weeks now, both the Baltimore Orioles and New York Yankees have been struggling, despite holding onto the top two spots in the AL East standings. Their latest series before the All-Star…
Kyle Hendricks pitches seven scoreless innings as the Chicago Cubs defeat the St. Louis Cardinals 5-1, extending their winning streak to five games
Kyle Hendricks pitched seven scoreless innings, allowing five hits, while Nico Hoerner and David Bote each drove in two runs to lead the Chicago Cubs to a 5-1 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on…
Ozuna prepares for the Home Run Derby by hitting two home runs in the Atlanta Braves’ 6-1 victory over the San Diego Padres
All-Star Marcell Ozuna prepared for the Home Run Derby by hitting two impressive home runs of 413 and 422 feet. Orlando Arcia added a two-run homer for the Atlanta Braves, who defeated the San Diego…
Geraldo Perdomo scores a run with a sacrifice fly in the 9th inning, propelling the Arizona Diamondbacks to a 5-4 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays
Geraldo Perdomo drove in Corbin Carroll with a sacrifice fly in the ninth inning, helping the Arizona Diamondbacks stage a comeback to defeat the Toronto Blue Jays 5-4 on Friday night. The win pushed the…
Willie Calhoun smacks his second home run of the game in the 10th inning, sealing the Los Angeles Angels’ 6-5 victory over the Seattle Mariners with a walk-off hit
Willie Calhoun hit a two-run homer in the 10th inning, giving the Los Angeles Angels a 6-5 win over the Seattle Mariners on Friday night. Calhoun had already hit a two-run homer in the first…
Harrison delivers a solid five innings on the mound, while Wisely collects three hits in the San Francisco Giants’ decisive 7-1 victory against the Minnesota Twins
Kyle Harrison pitched effectively for five innings, helping the San Francisco Giants secure a 7-1 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Friday night. Brett Wisely contributed with three hits and two RBIs, nearly hitting for…
Oakland Athletics Face Trade Deadline Dilemma with Star Pitcher Mason Miller
The Oakland Athletics find themselves at the bottom of the American League West standings, a position that typically signals a team’s readiness to sell assets as the trade deadline approaches. However, amidst their potential rebuilding…
Yankees and Mariners Target Marlins’ Jazz Chisholm Jr. Ahead of Trade Deadline Talks
The New York Yankees have shown interest in trading for Miami Marlins standout Jazz Chisholm Jr., according to a report by Jon Heyman of the New York Post. Chisholm, a versatile player who has transitioned…
Cooper Flagg and Sadie Engelhardt: Rising Stars of the 2023-24 Gatorade Players of the Year
Cooper Flagg and Sadie Engelhardt, recognized as the 2023-24 Gatorade Best Male and Best Female Players of the Year at the ESPYs, are both poised for remarkable futures in their respective sports. Presented by former…
Jason Kelce Takes Top Honors in American Century Championship Long Drive Competition
Jason Kelce, former All-Pro center of the Philadelphia Eagles, showcased his golf prowess at the 2024 American Century Championship’s Long Drive competition, held at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course in Stateline, Nevada. Kelce clinched the top…
Phoenix Suns’ $400 Million Payroll Milestone Highlights Strategic Signing of Josh Okogie
The Phoenix Suns’ decision to re-sign Josh Okogie, initially seemingly minor, holds significant financial implications. Reported by Shams Charania, the Suns agreed to a two-year, $16 million deal with Okogie, featuring a non-guaranteed second season…
Athletes Bring Glamour and Style to the 2024 ESPYs Red Carpet Hosted by Serena Williams
The ESPYs, a prestigious awards show celebrating athletic achievements, drew athletes from various sports to showcase both their prowess on the field and their fashion on the red carpet. Hosted by tennis icon Serena Williams,…
Angel Reese Shines in Double-Double Streak as Chicago Sky Fall to New York Liberty
On Thursday, the Chicago Sky experienced a mixed bag of results against the New York Liberty. Angel Reese, the standout rookie, continued her remarkable streak of double-doubles, extending it to 15 consecutive games with 10…
Josh Jacobs made a revealing statement about his departure from the Las Vegas Raiders
Josh Jacobs surprised many by leaving the Las Vegas Raiders to join the Green Bay Packers this off-season. The Packers are known for building their team primarily through the draft and not making big moves…
Davante Adams indicates he approved of the Raiders’ decision to bench Jimmy Garoppolo
Raiders wide receiver Davante Adams strongly supported the decision to bench quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo last season and may have played a role in that decision. In a clip from the Netflix documentary show “Receiver,” Adams…
Kyle Juszczyk admitted that accepting a pay cut may bruise your ego, but emphasized that staying with the team is his priority
Fullback Kyle Juszczyk secured his return to the 49ers by agreeing to a new contract earlier this offseason. However, the conversation with General Manager John Lynch about adjusting his salary wasn’t easy. The 49ers needed…
Paul Pierce believes he played a role in LeBron James’s rise to superstar status
Retired 10-time All-Star Paul Pierce claims he played a significant role in shaping Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James into a superstar. Pierce believes the intense playoff matchups with James, especially during the Boston Celtics’…
The Washington Nationals have let go of third baseman Nick Senzel
The Washington Nationals have placed third baseman Nick Senzel on unconditional waivers. The Nationals announced on Friday. Senzel had signed a one-year, $2 million contract in December. The team had designated him for assignment on…
The 2028 Los Angeles Olympics will feature numerous events in the neighboring cities of Carson and Long Beach
The 2028 Los Angeles Olympics recently announced where events will take place, with Carson and Long Beach playing familiar roles from past games in the region. In Carson, the velodrome will host track cycling, field…
Siniakova and Townsend are set to face Routliffe and Dabrowski in the Wimbledon women’s doubles final
Katerina Siniakova will compete in her third Wimbledon women’s doubles final after stopping Hsieh Su-Wei’s winning streak at the tournament. Siniakova and Taylor Townsend defeated top-seeded duo Hsieh and Elise Mertens 3-6, 6-4, 6-4 on…
Shohei Ohtani leads in MLB jersey sales, with Bryce Harper and Aaron Judge following closely behind
Shohei Ohtani maintained his position as the top-selling jersey in the first half of the season, followed by Bryce Harper and Aaron Judge. Last year, Ohtani made history as the first Japanese player to lead…
Carlos Alcaraz, the defending champion, defeats Daniil Medvedev and advances to the Wimbledon final once again
Carlos Alcaraz is just a few months past his 21st birthday, but he’s already quite familiar with success in Grand Slam tournaments. Moving closer to a second consecutive Wimbledon title and his fourth major championship…
The U.S. men are expected to win the basketball gold at the Paris Games, though they face numerous challengers
USA Basketball always aims for one thing: winning another gold medal at the Paris Olympics. The latest gold, won in Tokyo three years ago, was particularly hard-fought. During those Games, the U.S. faced challenges, trailing…
Bradley’s appointment as Ryder Cup captain raises questions about whether the U.S. task force plan has concluded
Justin Thomas was a rookie on the PGA Tour when the Americans established the “Ryder Cup Task Force” to improve team continuity and restore U.S. dominance after years of struggles. A decade later, Thomas, now…
England’s legendary cricketer Jimmy Anderson retires from test cricket after taking 704 wickets in a victory over West Indies
Jimmy Anderson, the most successful fast bowler in test cricket history, retired from international play after helping England secure a commanding victory over West Indies at Lord’s. The 41-year-old Anderson took 3-32 in West Indies’…
Switzerland extends coach Murat Yakin’s contract for the 2026 World Cup as a reward
Switzerland coach Murat Yakin has agreed to extend his contract, leading the team through qualifying for the 2026 World Cup following their impressive performance in reaching the European Championship quarterfinals. The Swiss soccer federation announced…
Yamal and Spain face England in the Euro 2024 final. It’s a clash between the top team and the most determined opponent
One team is considered the strongest in the tournament, potentially entering a new era of success thanks to a talented young player, a strong midfield, and a change in tactics. The other team has survived…
Jasmine Paolini triumphs in the longest women’s semifinal match at Wimbledon and will now square off against Barbora Krejcikova
Jasmine Paolini staged a remarkable comeback against Donna Vekic in the Wimbledon women’s semifinal, overcoming setbacks like losing the first set and facing match points in the later sets. Throughout the match, Paolini kept reminding…
Pitchers have been pushed to their limits by velocity training, and baseball is contending with the risks of injuries as a result
Justin Verlander was once a skinny teenager known as a “brontosaurus” by his parents. Before he became a three-time Cy Young Award winner, he struggled in high school to generate enough arm strength to attract…
A US appeals court has ruled that certain NCAA athletes could be considered employees under federal wage and hour laws
College athletes whose primary contributions benefit their schools may qualify as employees entitled to compensation under federal wage and hour laws, according to a ruling from a U.S. appeals court on Thursday, marking a setback…
Angel Reese extends double-double streak in front of Barclays Center record crowd
Angel Reese was pleased to continue her streak of double-doubles, but she wished it had led to a victory. The rookie for the Chicago Sky set a new WNBA record with her 15th consecutive double-double…
Monte Kiffin, a veteran NFL assistant coach known for his defensive expertise, passes away at the age of 84
Monte Kiffin, a longtime coach in the NFL and college football known for his defensive prowess, passed away on Thursday at the age of 84. He was a key figure in developing the highly successful…
Kyle Lowry, an experienced guard, announces that he will continue playing for his hometown team, the Philadelphia 76ers
Kyle Lowry has announced that he will stay with his hometown team, the Philadelphia 76ers. The six-time All-Star guard shared his decision on Instagram on Thursday. According to ESPN, the 38-year-old Lowry will sign a…
Jim Curtin insists that if Jürgen Klopp is available, no other candidates need to be interviewed by US Soccer
Jim Curtin believes finding Gregg Berhalter’s replacement as U.S. coach doesn’t need to be complicated. “If Jürgen Klopp is available and interested, there’s no need for an interview process. He’s the guy,” said the Philadelphia…
James Rodríguez is experiencing a remarkable resurgence while playing for Colombia at Copa América
Luis Díaz couldn’t hide his excitement — and tears — when he talked about James Rodríguez, Colombia’s key player in their journey to the Copa America final against Argentina on Sunday. “Since I joined the…
Semien takes over for Altuve as the starting second baseman for the AL All-Star team, while Santander and Castro join the roster
Marcus Semien, playing for the Texas Rangers at home, will step in for Houston’s Jose Altuve as the starting second baseman for the American League in Tuesday night’s All-Star Game. Major League Baseball announced on…