BASEBALL KBO’s Hanwha Eagles sign Bruce Zimmermann Zimmermann will head overseas after electing free agency Wednesday following his outright assignment to Triple-A Memphis by the Cardinals. The southpaw has posted a 3.78 ERA and 1.28 WHIP with 84 strikeouts over 78.2 innings in 15 starts at the Triple-A l
MLB MLB Preview - St. Louis Cardinals vs Los Angeles Angels On Monday, a series opener is on the schedule, with the Los Angeles Angels (39-61) hosting the St. Louis Cardinals (51-47) at 10:10 p.m. ET.
SOCCER How Ferran Torres scored the World Cup-winning goal for Spain to beat Argentina Torres stands out for his Catholic faith within the Spanish national team, alongside coach Luis de la Fuente.
MLB Hunter Goodman 1st Rockies player with 2 3-HR games in same season Hunter Goodman hit three home runs and drove in five, but the Rockies could not overcome the Reds' power surge in a 9-6 loss.
MLB MLB Preview - Cincinnati Reds vs Seattle Mariners A series opener between the Cincinnati Reds (45-53) and Seattle Mariners (50-50) is on deck Monday at 9:40 p.m. ET, at T-Mobile Park.
SOCCER Spain’s World Cup champions return home for a royal welcome and a parade through Madrid Spain’s World Cupwinning soccer team returned home on Monday, where the 26-man squad is due to meet with Spain’s royals and Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez before boarding an open-top bus for a raucous parade through central Madrid.
MLB Twins’ Mick Abel, David Festa likely to miss rest of 2026 season With the Twins' rotation dealing with multiple injuries this year and the team trying to limit Connor Prielipp's innings, losing Abel and Festa for the whole season is a huge blow for Minnesota.
MLB MLB Preview - Chicago White Sox vs Texas Rangers The Chicago White Sox (52-46) will visit the Texas Rangers (50-49), Monday at 8:05 p.m. ET, with both squads on top of their divisions, the AL Central and AL West.
NFL NFL owners expected to finalize Roger Goodell extension Last May, it was reported NFL commissioner Roger Goodell was expected to receive another contract extension. That has yet to take place, but a deal is still likely in his case.
MLB White Sox showing interest in Clay Holmes The surprise AL Central leaders have an eye on a possible rotation upgrade.
MLB MLB Preview - Detroit Tigers vs Chicago Cubs The Chicago Cubs (56-43), with Jameson Taillon on the mound, host the Detroit Tigers (46-53) who will counter with Jack Flaherty, at 8:05 p.m. ET on Monday.
NBA Yaxel Lendeborg leads Warriors to Las Vegas summer league title Yaxel Lendeborg won his second ring in four months Sunday, leading the Golden State Warriors past the Memphis Grizzlies 94-90 in the NBA summer league championship game at UNLV's Thomas & Mack Center.
MLB Royals place Stephen Kolek on 15-day injured list It has been a rough first half of the 2026 season for the Kansas City Royals. At 40-59, Kansas City has also been plagued by injuries that have affected every part of the roster.
MLB MLB Preview - New York Mets vs Milwaukee Brewers The Milwaukee Brewers (62-37), led by Brice Turang, host Juan Soto and the New York Mets (42-58) at 7:40 p.m. ET on Monday in a series opener.
HOCKEY Canadiens sign Jared Davidson, Hunter McKown to AHL contracts Both forwards signed a two-way deal.
MLB Shohei Ohtani scratched from Wednesday start, won’t pitch for “some time” Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said he expects Ohtani to pitch again this season, but his next start is undetermined
MLB MLB Preview - San Diego Padres vs Atlanta Braves Bryce Elder will take the mound for the Atlanta Braves (57-41) when they host starting pitcher JP Sears and the San Diego Padres (49-50) in a series opener on Monday, with first pitch at 7:15 p.m. ET.
SOCCER Aston Villa signs João Gomes Aston Villa signed Brazil midfielder João Gomes on Monday, investing some of the money the Europa League winner is set to get for a British transfer record sale of Morgan Rogers to Chelsea.
MLB Phillies to promote Alex McFarlane The Phillies are recalling right-handed relief prospect Alex McFarlane for what would be his major league debut if he gets into a game.
MLB MLB Preview - Tampa Bay Rays vs Toronto Blue Jays Dylan Cease will take the mound for the Toronto Blue Jays (46-53) when they host starting pitcher Nick Martinez and the Tampa Bay Rays (56-42) on Monday, with first pitch at 7:07 p.m. ET.
CYCLING Tour de France 2026: Stage 16 preview A demanding time trial immediately after the final rest day could shake up the general classification. For Remco Evenepoel, it may be the perfect opportunity to get the better of Tadej Pogacar once again in this Tour de France.
NFL Saints expected to extend WR Chris Olave before week 1 An expectation exists that Chris Olave and the Saints will reach an extension agreement in time for Week 1 of the 2026 season.
MLB MLB Preview - Pittsburgh Pirates vs New York Yankees The New York Yankees (55-44), with Ryan Weathers on the mound, host the Pittsburgh Pirates (52-48) who will hand the ball to Braxton Ashcraft, at 7:05 p.m. ET on Monday.
GOD Game of the day - Los Angeles Dodgers vs Philadelphia Phillies The Philadelphia Phillies (55-45), led by Bryce Harper, host Shohei Ohtani and the Los Angeles Dodgers (63-37) at 7:10 p.m. ET on Monday.
GOTW PFL Washington DC: Jean vs. Musaev The PFL is in the nation's capital city this week with the vacant welterweight title on the line at the top of the lineup.
GOTW UFC Fight Night: Ankalaev vs. Guskov UFC Fight Night: Ankalaev vs. Guskov (UFC Fight Night 282) takes place on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Former light heavyweight champion Magomed Ankalaev faces Bogdan Guskov in the main event, stepping i
CRICKET Darren Lehmann laughs off notion he could become England's Test coach Darren Lehmann laughed off the notion that he could become England's Test coach after leading Northamptonshire to a record-equalling third T20 Blast title at Edgbaston, and suggested that the ECB has
CRICKET Manjot Kalra denies match fixing allegations Former India Under-19 player Manjot Kalra has been remanded by the Magistrate's Court in Colombo until July 31, Sri Lanka police has confirmed, after he was arrested on July 16 on charges of corruption relating to the 2026 Lanka Premier League season. Ka
MLB Rangers release Nabil Crismatt Right-hander Nabil Crismatt has been released from the Rangers’ Triple-A Round Rock affiliate, according to Crismatt’s transactions page at MLB.com. He had been on the full-season injured list owing to elbow surgery during spring training. He is now a fre
MLB Nationals sign Matt Krook The Nationals announced that they’ve signed left-hander Matt Krook to a major league deal and activated him. He takes the place of PJ Poulin on the active roster, with Poulin going on the 15-day injured list (retroactive to July 16th) for a left flexor st
CRICKET Bangladesh achieves first T20I series victory of 2026 Bangladesh achieved their first T20I series victory of 2026 after coming back from 1-nil down to beat Zimbabwe 2-1 in Bulawayo. They spoiled Sikandar Raza's milestone match, in which he became the most capped Zimbabwean international, with 314 appearances
SOCCER Philadelphia Union acquire Kai Wagner The Philadelphia Union have acquired left back Kai Wagner from EFL Championship side Birmingham City, the club announced. The German defender is under contract through the 2028-29 season with an option for 2029-30. He will occupy a Designated Player roste
SPECIALS Jayden Dalke dies in car crash Saskatchewan Roughriders’ linebacker and team captain Jayden Dalke has passed away in a car accident, according to an announcement from the team. 'A relentless warrior on the field, Jayden’s determination, toughness and work ethic inspired his teammates,
SPECIALS Boxer Hannah Rapp killed by car in Texas US boxer Hannah Rapp, who in June fought for the World Boxing Council women’s featherweight championship, was killed while she bicycled in Texas after a motorist struck her with his car, according to authorities. Rapp was 26, and investigators arrested a
NHL Vancouver Canucks reportedly hoping to clear more payroll When teams find themselves in the throes of a rebuild, there often isn’t a desire to spend toward the upper end of the salary cap. With little to no hope of playoff revenue and the challenges associated with filling the home arena up to watch a group tha
NFL Jones Entering training camp as starting LT Braxton Jones opened the year as the starter, but was benched in Week 4 after a rough start and later landed on injured reserve. Second-year UDFA Theo Benedet took over on the blind side for seven games before being supplanted by 2025 second-round pick Oz
MLB David Festa likely to miss rest of 2026 season Festa developed a shoulder impingement during Spring Training and received a stem-cell injection to try and aid the healing process, yet the right-hander hasn’t been able to take part in any game action. 'He had thrown a few bullpens and then had a re-oc
SOCCER Harry Kane addresses speculation over his England World Cup future With Kane turning 33 later this month, there has been speculation over whether the striker will also be representing England at the next World Cup in 2030.
SPECIALS Cam Skattebo addresses concerns over failed backflip attempt Cam Skattebo gave Giants fans everywhere a bit of a scare this weekend when video surfaced of him attempting to do a backflip on stage during a Fanatics Fest appearance in New York City. Skattebo, who is still recovering from a gruesome season-ending low
WHEELS Kimi Antonelli wins Belgian GP Kimi Antonelli returned to glory with victory at a closely contested Belgian Grand Prix, narrowly beating Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc as Max Verstappen settled for his third podium of the season in P3. The Dutchman got off to a sublime start as he stormed
SPECIALS Saquon Barkley and family safe after attempted home burglary Philadelphia Eagles star running back Saquon Barkley and his family were inside their Pennsylvania home early when an attempted burglary occurred, but no one was injured, according to local authorities. Police in Tredyffrin Township responded to a report
SOCCER Spain wins 2026 FIFA World Cup Spain defeats Argentina 1-0 to claim the 2026 FIFA World Cup title. Ferran Torres scored the decisive goal in the 106th minute. This is the second time Spain has won a soccer World Cup.
MLB Padres reinstate Randy Vásquez from IL and designate Ron Marinaccio The Padres have reinstated right-hander Randy Vásquez from the 15-day injured list and designated reliever Ron Marinaccio for assignment, according to a team announcement. Marinaccio’s designation leaves an open spot on San Diego’s 40-man roster. In separ
MLB Shohei Ohtani to miss scheduled return against Philadelphia Phillies Shohei Ohtani will miss his scheduled start against the Philadelphia Phillies and will not take the mound indefinitely as he deals with irritation in his left knee, Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Sunday. Roberts said Friday that the initia
SOCCER Lisandro Martínez suffers leg injury Martínez leads Argentina in clearances and is second in defensive interventions at this World Cup. At the time of his substitution in the game, Martínez was tied with Gonzalo Montiel for most defensive interventions.
BASKETBALL Ron Artest becomes coach of Cal State LA’s women’s basketball team Ron Artest, has accepted a job to become the associate head coach of Cal State L.A.’s women’s basketball team. Artest and the school announced the news in a joint Instagram post.
NBA Oklahoma City Thunder trade Luguentz Dort to Atlanta Hawks The Thunder are trading Luguentz Dort to the Hawks in a three-team deal that will net Oklahoma City three second-round picks, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. The Hawks will send Zaccharie Risacher, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 draft, to the Ma
MLB Orioles transfer Ryan Helsley to IL and select Sam Huff The Orioles are going with three catchers for the time being, as Roch Kubatko of MASN Sports reports that the club is selecting Sam Huff from Triple-A Norfolk. Right-hander Cam Sanders is being optioned to Triple-A to clear space Huff on the active roster
MLB Tigers transfer Will Vest to IL and select Troy Watson The Tigers announced that they’ve selected the contract of right-hander Troy Watson from Triple-A Toledo and immediately optioned him to Triple-A. It seemed that Watson had interest from a team overseas, which prompted the Tigers to add him to the 40-man
CYCLING Remco Evenepoel wins Tour de France Stage 15 Remco Evenepoel claimed victory in Stage 15 of the Tour de France 2026, beating race leader Tadej Pogacar in the final climb. Evenepoel secures the third Tour de France stage victory of his career
