SOCCER Mauricio Pochettino to skip speech before USMNT World Cup opener U.S. national team head coach Mauricio Pochettino warned the time for motivational speeches is over. There will be no grandiose address to the team looking to fire up the players before the United States faces Paraguay at SoFi Stadium in Southern Californ
SOCCER Jibril Rajoub denied entry into USA to attend World Cup The head of the Palestinian Football Association is waiting in Mexico City for permission to enter the United States with other federation heads attending the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Jibril Rajoub went to the opening match between Mexico and South Africa on
NFL Bills sign T Jude Bowry Jude Bowry has signed his rookie deal with the Bills. Every member of Buffalo's 2026 draft class is under contract as a result.
SOCCER FIFA World Cup Preview - Turkey vs Australia Turkey will make a long-awaited return to the FIFA World Cup when they play Group D's rank outsiders Australia.
NBA OG Anunoby has played himself into finals MVP conversation Several heroes have stepped up for the Knicks during the first four games of the 2026 NBA Finals. Karl-Anthony Towns‘ two-way impact has been crucial, especially in the Knicks’ back-to-back wins in San Antonio to open the series, while Jalen Brunson has h
MLB Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani exits early with left knee inflammation Los Angeles Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani abruptly left Thursday night’s 8-6 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates after suffering inflammation in his left knee.
SOCCER FIFA World Cup Preview - Scotland vs Haiti With tough group games to come against Brazil and 2022 World Cup semi-finalists Morocco, the pair of Haiti and Scotland will be desperate to get their first FIFA World Cup appearances of the 21st century off to a winning start.
NBA Nets expected to offer max deal to Austin Reaves The Nets are reportedly preparing to pursue Austin Reaves in free agency with a four-year, $178.5 million offer.
MLB Angels re-sign Taijuan Walker to Minor League deal Walker, 33, was released by the Phillies earlier this season after being shelled for 25 runs (23 earned) on 36 hits and 11 walks with 17 strikeouts in 22 2/3 innings. The resulting 9.13 ERA put an end to a disappointing stint with the Phils, who’d signed
SOCCER FIFA World Cup Preview - Morocco vs Brazil Brazil open their FIFA World Cup campaign against the breakout stars from the previous edition, Morocco, making this Group C heavyweight clash in New Jersey one of the most eye-catching early group games.
NHL HC John Tortorella says Vegas, pushed to brink, not done yet “We’ll be back here,” the Vegas Golden Knights coach boldly predicted after his team suffered a 4-2 defeat against the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 5 at Lenovo Center on Thursday.
MLB Tommy Pham to opt out of Orioles deal The Orioles signed Tommy Pham to a Minor League deal on May 16 to bolster their outfield depth. However, it seems the 38-year-old will be departing the organization without playing an MLB game for the club.
SOCCER FIFA World Cup Preview - Switzerland vs Qatar Qatar - 2022 FIFA World Cup hosts - get their 2026 campaign started against Switzerland, who have progressed to the last 16 in the last three editions.
HOCKEY Patrick Brown signs with DEL’s Adler Mannheim The Adler Mannheim have signed another skilled and experienced forward. Patrick Brown joins the current runner-up from the Providence Bruins of the American Hockey League.
MLB Pirates to recall Antwone Kelly for MLB debut The Pirates have called up Antwone Kelly, their No. 7 prospect per MLB Pipeline, from Triple-A Indianapolis, according to a source. The team has not confirmed the report.
MLB MLB Preview - New York Yankees vs Toronto Blue Jays Two teams in the AL East — the Toronto Blue Jays (33-36) and the New York Yankees (41-26) — play on Friday at 7:37 p.m. ET, at Rogers Centre.
SOCCER Colombia starts its World Cup preparations in Guadalajara ahead its 2 matches in Mexico FIFA World Cup 2026: James Rodríguez and Luis Díaz lead Colombia back to global stage with high hopes.
BASEBALL NPB’s Yokohama BayStars sign Jerar Encarnacion Power-hitting outfielder Jerar Encarnación, who opened the season with the San Francisco Giants, heads to Japan.
MLB MLB Preview - Texas Rangers vs Boston Red Sox Willson Contreras and the Boston Red Sox (27-39) host Josh Jung and the Texas Rangers (34-34) on Friday in a series opener, with first pitch at 7:10 p.m. ET.
SOCCER Australia coach Tony Popovic signs contract extension ahead of Socceroos’ opener at World Cup Australia coach Tony Popovic has signed a contract extension through early 2027 on the eve of his team’s World Cup opening match against Turkey on Saturday.
MLB Diamondbacks expected to activate Jordan Lawlar The Diamondbacks are reinstating outfielder Jordan Lawlar from the 60-day injured list ahead of their series-opener against the Cincinnati Reds on Friday, June 12.
MLB MLB Preview - Detroit Tigers vs Cleveland Guardians Jose Ramirez and the Cleveland Guardians (37-33) host Kevin McGonigle and the Detroit Tigers (29-40) on Friday, with first pitch at 7:10 p.m. ET.
SOCCER Bosnia-Herzegovina embraces underdog role in World Cup opener against Canada Bosnia-Herzegovina is set to face Canada in its World Cup opener on Friday. It was among the last European teams to qualify, but forward Ermedin Demirovic says being the underdog isn’t a problem.
MLB Brewers pause Quinn Priester’s rehab assignment Priester doesn't have a new injury, but he's still experiencing control issues in the Arizona Complex League.
MLB MLB Preview - Miami Marlins vs Pittsburgh Pirates A series opener between the Pittsburgh Pirates (35-34) and Miami Marlins (34-35) is scheduled for Friday at 6:40 p.m. ET, at PNC Park.
MLB Guardians to recall Daniel Espino The Guardians are set to promote Espino from Triple-A Columbus ahead of Friday’s series opener against the Tigers, a source told MLB.com on Friday, positioning the right-hander to make his big league debut this weekend at Progressive Field.
NFL Broncos extend HC Sean Payton Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton has said he was careful about where he returned to coaching before the 2023 season, that it had to be "the right situation, from the top down, from ownership on down." On Thursday, his choice was reaffirmed as he signed a
GOD Game of the day - FIFA World Cup Preview - Canada vs Bosnia-Herzegovina Canada qualified automatically for this summer’s marquee tournament alongside the United States and Mexico, marking their third World Cup appearance after featuring in 1986 and 2022
GOD Game of the day - FIFA World Cup Preview - Paraguay vs USA The 2026 World Cup journey for the United States begins this Friday. The host nation kicks off against Paraguay in Los Angeles, and the atmosphere promises to be one of the greatest spectacles in US soccer history.
GOTW UFC Freedom 250: Topuria vs. Gaethje UFC Freedom 250 marks another historic moment for the UFC when the Octagon touches down at the White House, where lightweight king Ilia Topuria faces interim champ Justin Gaethje. Plus, Alex Pereira and Ciryl Gane battle for interim heavyweight gold. UFC
NHL Kings sign Martin Chromiak to extension Los Angeles Kings have signed Martin Chromiak to a one-year, two-way extension. Los Angeles included that Chromiak will earn an $850K salary at the NHL level. Chromiak, 23, was a fifth-round pick by the Kings back in the 2020 NHL Draft. He split his draf
SPECIALS Henry Ruggs denied parole Ruggs, whom the Raiders drafted 12th overall in 2020, killed another driver and her dog in a November 2021 car crash. While traveling at speeds up to 156 mph in his Corvette, Ruggs slammed into 23-year-old victim Tina Tintor’s car. Ruggs refused a field s
NHL Canucks hire Richard Seeley as Assistant General Manager The 47-year-old British Columbia native had spent the past decade with the Los Angeles Kings organization, following an unlikely path which began as head coach of their ECHL affiliate the Manchester Monarchs. After three seasons behind the bench, Seeley j
MLB Guardians trade Nolan Jones The Guardians announced they’ve traded non-roster outfielder Nolan Jones and cash considerations to the White Sox. Chicago sends a $250K international bonus pool allotment to Cleveland in return. Cleveland outrighted Jones off their 40-man roster at the
NFL Falcons acquire Wanya Morris The Falcons have placed Norton on the reserve/PUP list. While they did not disclose a reason for the move, it may have something to do with the ankle injury that kept Norton out for all of 2025. The Falcons designated Norton to return from IR in late Octo
NFL Buffalo Bills make several roster moves As part of a handful of transactions, the Bills waived cornerback Dorian Strong with a non-football injury designation. They also waived/injured running back Desmond Reid and waived wide receiver Gabriel Benyard. The Bills signed receivers Dev
NHL Carolina Hurricanes recall Amir Miftakhov According to the AHL transactions log, the Carolina Hurricanes have recalled netminder Amir Miftakhov from the AHL’s Chicago Wolves. The roster move comes a few hours before the Hurricanes play the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final,
NHL Nikita Kucherov wins 2026 Hart Trophy Tampa Bay Lightning forward Nikita Kucherov has been named the 2026 Hart Trophy Winner, the annual award for the top player in the National Hockey League. The honors were announced this evening on ESPN’s “The Point” prior to Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Fina
NFL Texans work out Sean Fresch The Texans hosted an All-UFL player. Per Aaron Wilson of KPRC2 in Houston, the team worked out cornerback/returner Sean Fresch. Fresch spent his entire five-year collegiate career at Rice, where he transformed into one of the team’s top defenders. He was
NFL Panthers sign Jalen Coker to contract extension Jalen Coker will remain a key part of the Panthers offense for the foreseeable future. The organization agreed to terms with the wide receiver on an extension today, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. Coker’s new contract will be worth $35MM over t
SOCCER USA flag booed during World Cup opening game in Mexico City The United States flag appeared to be met with loud boos and jeers before the opening game of the World Cup in Mexico City. Ahead of the big kick-off between Mexico and South Africa, the flags of all 48 teams participating in this summer’s tournament wer
SOCCER Referee Omar Artan to officiate Super Cup after being denied World Cup spot Somali referee Omar Artan, the World Cup match official refused entry to the United States due to visa issues, has been appointed by UEFA to take charge of the UEFA Super Cup final between Paris Saint-Germain and Aston Villa on Aug. 12. Artan, 34, has re
SOCCER Wataru Endo announces international retirement Japan's preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been rocked by the late withdrawal of captain Wataru Endo -- just three days before they open their Group F campaign against Netherlands in Arlington. Furthermore, the Liverpool midfielder -- at the ag
MLB Brewers sign Lyon Richardson The Brewers have signed right-hander Lyon Richardson to a minor league deal, according to his transactions tracker at MLB.com. He has been assigned to Triple-A Nashville. He elected free agency last week after being outrighted by the Reds. Richardson, 26
MLB Tigers claim James Outman The Tigers announced that they’ve claimed outfielder James Outman off waivers from the Twins. Detroit’s 40-man roster was full, but they created space by shifting infielder/outfielder Javier Báez from the 10-day IL to the 60-day IL. The Tigers will need t
SOCCER Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams return to full training with Spain Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams returned to full training with Spain at the team's base camp in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Yamal, Williams and Víctor Muñoz missed the friendly match against Peru on Monday because of injuries, and remained at the team's train
SOCCER Barcelona sign Hamza Abdelkarim Barcelona have completed the signing of Egypt international Hamza Abdelkarim from Al Ahly for an initial fee of €1.5 million ($1.7m), the two clubs have confirmed. Abdelkarim, 18, initially joined Barça on loan in January but the club have decided to mak
SOCCER Mexico defeats South Africa 2-0 in World Cup’s opening match Mexico defeats South Africa 2-0 as the largest World Cup in history kicked off at Mexico City's Estadio Azteca. While a joyous occasion for Mexico, the match was marred by three red cards. Two for South Africa and one for Mexico, the most ever in an openi
MLB Phillies acquire Derek Hill The White Sox have traded outfielder Derek Hill and $250K of international bonus pool space to the Phillies in exchange for outfield prospect Dylan Campbell and infield prospect Jose Colmenares, according to announcements from both clubs. Outfielder Evers
SOCCER FIFA forces Haiti to remove political imagery from World Cup jersey Haiti has been forced to change the design of its World Cup jersey after it was deemed too political by FIFA just months after the Caribbean nation had to amend its Winter Olympic uniforms. The jersey, by Colombian sportswear manufacturer Saeta, original
