Junior Caminero’s power binge continues, the Cubs are in rollercoaster mode, and the Twins pull off a rare feat.
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The Dan Le Batard Show breaks down the United States' loss to Belgium in the World Cup Round of 16, explaining why Mauricio Pochettino's squad doesn't have the star power to reach the next level.
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Brent Bookwalter and Tejay van Garderen recap Stage 4 of the Tour de France, praising Mads Pedersen’s power to surge in the breakaway sprint and other riders on the right track.
Watch your favorite celebrities compete at the 2026 American Century Championship this Wednesday, July 8, through Sunday, July 12.
This generation may still turn out to be golden but the jeweler’s loupe is getting a real workout at the moment after big names Pulisic, McKennie, slip on a big stage.
It’s risky to read too much into Summer League games, but Peterson looks like what the Jazz need.
2026 FIFA World Cup
Lionel Messi was in tears at full-time, but Argentina are through to the quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup after beating Egypt 3-2 in the round of 16 in Atlanta on Tuesday.
The USMNT reached its glass ceiling once again on Monday, bowing out of the 2026 World Cup in the round of 16 at the hands of familiar foes Belgium.
The 2026 men’s World Cup is taking place across Canada, Mexico, and the USA with 104 games spread across 39 days.
This generation may still turn out to be golden but the jeweler’s loupe is getting a real workout at the moment after big names Pulisic, McKennie, slip on a big stage.
Here’s all of the confirmed matches for the World Cup quarterfinals, with predictions on every game.
The USMNT is out of the 2026 World Cup after, to put it bluntly, failing to show up for their round of 16 clash with Belgium on Monday.
Drew Dinsick offers advice on how to bet Spain and Belgium’s World Cup quarterfinal match, and highlights an impressive Spanish defense that has yet to concede.
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In 2021, Trey Lance went third overall to the 49ers, and Mac Jones followed 12 picks later to the Patriots.
That would include Texas Tech, which the league and its other 15 members potentially were discussing punishing if Sorsby indeed had played this fall for the Red Raiders.
The Giants added a player to their defensive line on Tuesday.
In November, he said he’d make the same decision “10 times out of 10.”
NBA
Lowry is the greatest Raptor ever and will be celebrated in Toronto on Tuesday after a 20-year NBA career.
Brad Stevens says ‘optionality,’ cost of stars against salary cap motivations for Jaylen Brown trade
Stevens laid out his case, but it doesn’t explain how Boston is going to maximize the peak years of Jayson Tatum.
Mitchell said after the season that he loved playing in Cleveland and believed this team could reach the NBA Finals.
There are financial reasons for Jokic to wait a year, plus he can get a no-trade clause.
MLB
Misiorowski (10-4) allowed three hits, including a pair of homers, and didn’t walk a batter.
The 20-year-old phenom injured a ligament in his finger on Sunday and will wear a splint for six weeks before resuming baseball activities.
Vaughn Dalzell breaks down the MLB’s race for MVP and Cy Young.
Everything you need to know about the 2026 MLB Home Run Derby, from the competitors to the updated rules.
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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
Jett Lawrence crashed twice in RedBud’s Moto 2 and failed to stand on the podium for only the second time in 2026.
Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto reflect on the competitive nature and raw emotion displayed by the Lawrence brothers over the weekend, sharing why their intensity is warranted amid the heat of racing.
Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto debate what to expect from brothers Lucas and Sacha Coenen at Southwick, a track that is seemingly “up their alley.”
Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto look into Jett Lawrence’s ongoing adjustments while riding amid recovery from his injury, where he balances pain and relearning every race.
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Rotoworld
Some speedy outfield help and a candidate for saves in Chicago make the cut this week.
Get ready for 2026 fantasy football drafts with in-depth previews for all 32 teams throughout the summer.
Coming off a disaster of a 2025 season, Ashton Jeanty and Brock Bowers are poised to bounce back with Fernando Mendoza under center and Klint Kubiak calling plays.
Jorge Montanez breaks down all of the relevant injury news around the league over the last week.
Sean Burke debuts and rehabbing vets Vinnie Pasquantino and Jorge Polanco return to the rankings this week.
Patrick Daugherty and Kyle Dvorchak are liking what they are hearing about Travis Etienne Jr.'s role in the Saints backfield.
Betting
Vaughn Dalzell breaks down the MLB’s race for MVP and Cy Young.
Boston Red Sox vs. Chicago White Sox Betting Preview for July 7
New York Yankees vs. Tampa Bay Rays Betting Preview for July 7
Los Angeles Dodgers vs Colorado Rockies Game Preview
Golf
Where he has been — and how he got there — is not nearly as intriguing now as where he goes.
The final minutes of the John Deere Classic brought yet another reminder how every shot matters, and how it can affect more than one player.
Gotterup became the first golfer in over 40 years to have three wins in the same PGA Tour season featuring final rounds of 64 or better.
Ben Kohles reflects on the bad break he caught on the final hole of the 2026 John Deere Classic, saying that he’s proud of the week but being so close with no cigar ‘sucks a lot.’
After winning the John Deere Classic, Chris Gotterup reflects on how the tournament “kickstarted his career” a three years back and explains why this event hold a special place in his heart.
Watch the top highlights from all four rounds of the John Deere Classic at TPC Deere Run in Silvis, Illinois.
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A hearing on whether free-agent cornerback Terrion Arnold will be required to wear an ankle monitor while on home confinement pending trial of eight felony charges had been scheduled for Monday.
Former NFL defensive end and ESPN/Fox employee Marcellus Wiley has addressed the allegation of domestic battery that resulted in his arrest on July 4.
To no surprise, no one claimed the balance of his guaranteed first-round contract.
49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk called Mike Evans “unguardable” during the offseason practices. 49ers tight end George Kittle concurs.
After his last contract led to allegations the Clippers circumvented the salary cap, Leonard switched agents.
