Jason Benetti, John Kruk and Joe Girardi offer takeaways from the Yankees-Phillies three-game set, sharing how Philadelphia can avoid a “long second half” and why both teams could “use some help” at the deadline.
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HLs: Phillies rout Yankees to salvage series
After Cristopher Sanchez battled through six strong, Bryson Stott and the Phillies’ offense handled the rest against the Yankees, with third and sixth-inning outbursts paving the way for Philadelphia to avoid the sweep.
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After Cristopher Sanchez battled through six strong, Bryson Stott and the Phillies’ offense handled the rest against the Yankees, with third and sixth-inning outbursts paving the way.
Brent Bookwalter and Tejay van Garderen discuss Tadej Pogacar cruising to his fifth Tour de France GC win, which ties him for most all-time.
Also, what names should we keep an eye on as potential trade targets closer to the season.
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Jones suffered a torn Achilles tendon on December 7.
The Rams have a good problem, even if the only good problem is no problem.
The hiatus flew by, as it always does.
Jacoby Brissett got himself a $10 million raise, negotiating the deal himself, but serving as his own agent cost him sleep.
NBA
The Nuggets made the no-brainer basketball decision, but it comes at a cost.
The former No. 5 pick played five NBA seasons before returning to Europe and becoming an elite player there.
A couple of days after LeBron James’ announcement he is headed to Philadelphia, the NBA world is still buzzing.
LeBron’s decision still has the league buzzing.
MLB
With his future uncertain, the right-hander held the Dodgers to three runs and six hits on Sunday.
Veteran right-hander Max Scherzer to come off IL and pitch Monday at Washington on his 42nd birthday
Scherzer was placed on the injured list in mid-June with back spasms, but has had various setbacks.
Trout’s four-hit game was the 21st of his career and first since April 26, 2021, raising his average to .247.
He also broke his own record for the most 100-mph pitches in a single game since pitch tracking began in 2008.
Premier League
One month from today, the Premier League’s first matchweek will be complete as Xabi Alonso’s first Chelsea match goes down against Fulham at Craven Cottage.
Here’s the full preseason schedule for all 20 Premier League teams as they prepare for the 2026-27 campaign.
Here are all of the latest confirmed transfer deals for all 20 Premier League clubs this summer.
The fortunes of the Premier League’s 2026-27 season will change dramatically this summer as 20 teams buy, sell, and loan players to prepare for their 38-match odyssey.
Motor Sports
The 23XI Racing driver becomes the youngest NASCAR Cup winner at Indy since Jeff Gordon’s inaugural victory in 1994.
Watch extended race highlights of the NASCAR Cup Series at the 2026 Brickyard 400 from Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Listen to how riders reflected on Pro Motocross at Washougal from Hunter Lawrence, Cole Davies, Haiden Deegan and much more.
The 35-year-old Connecticut native has started all 21 NASCAR races this season for RFK Racing and has posted four top 10 finishes.
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Rotoworld
Eric Samulski and James Schiano discuss their favorite fantasy baseball waiver wire adds for the weekend.
Eric Samulski breaks down the trade and discusses why the Red Sox and Nationals may have both won.
Kyle Bradish, Christian Scott and Zack Wheeler are among the projected two-start pitchers for the upcoming week.
The Buccaneers are hoping new offensive coordinator Zac Robinson can get the offense back on track.
The 76ers’ loaded rotation adds another star, which may not be great for VJ Edgecombe’s short-term fantasy value.
A weekly look at lineup trends around MLB and the impact for fantasy baseball.
Betting
Vaughn Dalzell breaks down whether or not LeBron James scoring specials are sucker bets or good investments.
Vaughn Dalzell breaks down the 76ers’ odds other than win the NBA Finals after signing LeBron James.
Cleveland Guardians vs. Tampa Bay Rays Betting Preview for July 24
Kansas City Royals vs. Detroit Tigers Betting Preview for July 24
Golf
21-year-old Jackson Koivun debriefs his first PGA Tour win in just his third pro start after he beat World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler to claim the 3M Open title.
Koivun, 21, beat World No. 1 Scheffler by three strokes on Sunday.
Scottie Scheffler speaks to the media after finishing the runner-up to 21-year-old Jackson Koivun at the 3M Open on Sunday, relishing the young talent succeeding in golf.
Shin bogeyed two of the last three holes but still secured a two-shot victory on Sunday.
PGA Tour rookie Jackson Koivun shot a 61 in the third round of the 3M Open to take a three-stroke lead at 20-under par.
21-year-old Jackson Koivun set a back-nine course record and takes a 3-shot lead into the final round of the 3M Open. He shared his emotions on the heels of a potential maiden PGA Tour win.
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When Jaguars head coach Liam Coen was discussing the team’s offensive backfield during their offseason program, he called the competition for playing time at running back “truly wide open” between Chris Rodriguez, Bhayshul Tuten and LeQuint Allen.
San Francisco linebacker Fred Warner is fully cleared and ready to go after a gruesome injury that ended his 2025 season.
Woods was eliminated with a bogey Wednesday after being bothered by the clicking sound of a phone camera during his third shot of the first playoff hole, a distraction that would not likely come into play for other juniors.
Yes, the Stallions may be checking out of Birmingham.
Brady’s overexposure is either mid-life crisis run amok or part of a broader calculation.
