Living legends vying to extend their World Cup careers during an instant classic staged in a Toronto whose soccer culture was built by Portuguese and Croatians. Just another night at the 2026 World Cup.
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Ja’Kobe Tharp is the lone American man to hold a world record in an individual running event that’s on the Olympic program.
We’re just a few days into free agency, but when you consider the draft and re-signings, it’s time to assign grades.
The Dan Le Batard Show debates whether the USMNT needs to defeat Belgium in the Round of 16 for its World Cup run to be viewed as a success.
Beyond the Podium previews a race that could see Tadej Pogacar settling even further into domination and joining the 5-time winners club.
2026 NBA Free Agency
Kyle Lowry to sign one-day contract, retire a Toronto Raptor
It is only fitting that the greatest Toronto Raptor of all time should retire in a red Raptors uniform
Tari Eason re-signs with Rockets on five-year, $81.5 million deal
Tari Eason is the archetype of a player very much in demand around the league: a 6'8" high-level defensive wing who shot 35.8% from 3-point range last season.
Houston and Eason, a restricted free agent, has agreed to a five-year, $81.5 million contract, reports Shams Charania of ESPN
Houston and Eason, a restricted free agent, has agreed to a five-year, $81.5 million contract, reports Shams Charania of ESPN
Carter Bryant and Javon Small are among the names to track for fantasy basketball leagues.
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New Bills wide receiver DJ Moore hasn’t wasted any time in endearing himself to fans in Buffalo.
Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter became eligible for a contract extension this offseason and the lack of one may have contributed to his limited participation in the team’s practices this spring.
The only shred of good news regarding a recent social-media tirade from former Browns quarterback Johnny Manziel is that he has deleted it.
With questions mounting regarding the business dealings of ESPN draft analyst Matt Miller — and with the Missouri Attorney General’s Office opening an investigation of those matters — there’s been another development.
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Philadelphia now starts Tyrese Maxey, VJ Edgecombe and Brown. If Joel Embiid is healthy, watch out.
Boston gave Robinson the raise he deserved off last season, a deal the Knicks could not match.
In addition to trading for the center they needed, the Lakers signed Quentin Grimes, Mamukelashvili and more.
Kawhi Leonard got he wanted (another massive payday) and the Raptors take a big swing.
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Live coverage begins at 12 PM ET on NBC and Peacock.
Live coverage begins at 7 PM ET on NBC and Peacock.
Los Angeles Dodgers vs San Diego Padres Game Preview
Athletics designated hitter Brent Rooker will undergo surgery to repair a cartilage tear in his left knee and miss the remainder of the season.
Premier League
Tottenham Hotspur’s summer spending spree is set to continue as the club will break its one- or two-day-old transfer record by signing midfielder Sandro Tonali from Newcastle for up to $133 million.
Tuanzebe opens up about representing the Democratic Republic of Congo and his vision for the future of African football.
Here are all of the latest confirmed transfer deals for all 20 Premier League clubs this summer.
Reports: Tottenham Hotspur agree to $112 million transfer for Mateus Fernandes - How will he fit in?
The Portuguese midfielder is reportedly swapping London rivals for a massive fee.
Motor Sports
Stock up on hotdogs and apple pie; the RedBud National is on July 4th this year.
Seth Hammaker crashed on Lap 1 of the second moto at High Point.
Justin Barcia tweaked his back in practice at Thunder Valley, but still scored points in Moto 1.
Jo Shimoda and Levi Kitchen are separated by one point heading into the 4th of July classic at RedBud MX.
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Summer League play begins this weekend in California and Utah before the entire NBA meets in Las Vegas next week.
Daniel Jones earned a massive contract after a strong 2025 season despite suffering a torn Achilles tendon late in the year. Now the Colts are betting the farm on him stay hot in 2026.
Jorge Montanez breaks down the last week in saves from around the league with updated closer rankings.
After their failed attempt to acquire Giannis Antetokounmpo, it was clear that the Celtics believed they needed to move on from Brown.
Eric Samulski covers over 40 starting pitchers you could trade for or trade away
Who is stealing bases, who isn’t, why, and how?
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LeBron James’ potential free agent destinations.
Golf
Stewart Cink has won the first two majors this year on the PGA Tour Champions, though isn’t thinking about the Grand Slam this week at Scioto Country Club in Columbus, Ohio. He just wants the U.S. Senior Open title that he fell just short of last year.
For only the second time in the 11 years since he last won the John Deere Classic, Jordan Spieth is returning to the Deere and will skip the Scottish Open the following week.
Sergio Garcia will miss the British Open for the third time in four years after he failed to get among the 20 spots on four courses during 36-hole qualifying.
The eight signature events were won by eight players, no different from last year when seven players won the seven $20 million tournaments.
Check out the top highlights from Scottie Scheffler and Viktor Hovland’s playoff round of the PGA Tour’s 2026 Travelers Championship at TPC River Highlands in Cromwell, Connecticut.
It’s Hovland’s eighth victory on Tour and first since the 2025 Valspar Championship.
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Ben Johnson’s ability to call offensive plays landed him the head coaching job with the Bears in 2025 and it helped the team win the NFC North on its way to the divisional round of the playoffs.
The 2026 World Cup is here, and the United States men’s national team is set to open its group stage with a late Friday scrap with Paraguay.
As the NFL faces an unprecedented political attack on its 65-year-old broadcast antitrust exemption, the league and its teams are for the most part saying nothing — especially not publicly.
The Spurs center was not called for a common foul after shoving Jalen Brunson during Game 3.
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