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MLB News

'Betrayed': D-Backs Manager Opens Up About Mysterious Ketel Marte Absence

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 20:17:08 -0400

The Diamondbacks are still trying to figure out how to move forward after one of their best players essentially ghosted teammates and management during a crucial moment in the season.

Yankees Place Ryan McMahon On 10-Day IL As Max Fried Gets Closer To Return

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:43:52 -0400

Ryan McMahon was placed on the 10-day injured list with a Grade 2 left thumb sprain on and the New York Yankees third baseman said he will miss the minimum amount of time.

MLB Roundtable: Is It Too Late For Kyle Tucker And Paul Skenes To Turn Things Around?

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:25:41 -0400

Paul Skenes isn't the only big-name MLB star slumping right before the postseason.

Last Night In Baseball: Jacob deGrom Reaches Career Milestone In Dominant Start

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:28:57 -0400

Jacob deGrom finally reached a major milestone, the Cardinals and Reds had a ridiculous ninth inning, Bobby Witt Jr.'s arm is strong, the AL West is a mess and more from Thursday's MLB action.

NFL News

NFL Catchup: Geno Smith Delivers In Preseason, Tyreek Hill Still In Recovery Mode

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 23:35:52 -0400

Here's everything you need to know around the NFL on Friday.

Running Back Nick Chubb Announces Retirement From The NFL After 8 Seasons

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 23:20:31 -0400

Nick Chubb retired from the NFL after eight seasons, he announced via instagram.

Sam Darnold Connects With JSN, But Titans Pack A Punch Of Their Own

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:52:18 -0400

Here's what stood out from the Seahawks-Titans joint practice on Friday ahead of the teams' Sunday night matchup on FOX.

Texans Sign 2 Veteran WRs Following Jayden Higgins' Season-Ending Injury

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 17:48:21 -0400

The Houston Texans brought in reinforcements at wide receiver after Jayden Higgins' season-ending injury.

NCAAB News

More College Sports Eligibility? Federal Appeals Court Says Not So Fast

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 12:32:36 -0400

A number of fifth-year players have already returned to college sports, with more planning to in the coming months, but all of that has been brought to a halt by a federal court.

2026-2027 College Basketball Offseason Buzz: Miami Hurricanes Extended Jai Lucas

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 16:50:57 -0400

We're tracking notable injuries, news and happenings across men's and women's college basketball during the 2026-2027 offeason.

Class Of 2022 Athletes Granted Injunction For A 5th Season Of Eligibility, NCAA To Appeal

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 17:19:29 -0400

All high school class of 2022 athletes who exhausted their fourth season of college eligibility are now eligible following a class-wide injunction granted in Colorado.

What Michigan AD Warde Manuel's Departure Means For The Wolverines

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:16:18 -0400

Warde Manuel is stepping down as Michigan's athletics director, so here's a look at how that could impact the Wolverines, especially football and basketball.

NBA News

2026 LeBron James Odds: Will The King's Scoring Taper Off?

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:41:03 -0400

What can fans expect from James next season when it comes to scoring? The odds say a little less than usual.

When Does the 2026-27 NBA Season Start? Opening Night Schedule

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 19:14:14 -0400

The 2026-27 NBA season starts Oct. 20 with three Opening Night games. See the full tripleheader, start times and other key season dates.

2026 NBA Cup Schedule: Group Play, Knockout Rounds, Championship

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 19:13:09 -0400

See the complete 2026 NBA Cup schedule, including Group Play dates, all 60 matchups, quarterfinals, semifinals and the championship.

2026 NBA Christmas Games: Schedule, Matchups, Start Times

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 19:12:05 -0400

See the complete 2026 NBA Christmas Day schedule, including all five matchups, start times and the Knicks-Spurs NBA Finals rematch.

NCAAF News

2026 College Football Odds: Back Penn State To Make College Football Playoff

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 13:19:37 -0400

Will Hill is putting his money on the Penn State Nittany Lions to make the College Football Playoff. Here's why.

More College Sports Eligibility? Federal Appeals Court Says Not So Fast

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 12:32:36 -0400

A number of fifth-year players have already returned to college sports, with more planning to in the coming months, but all of that has been brought to a halt by a federal court.

2026 College Football Friday Schedule: Dates, Times, TV Channels, Streaming

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 08:07:50 -0400

See the complete 2026 college football Friday schedule, including matchups, kickoff times, TV channels and streaming information.

Oklahoma Signs Brent Venables To Two-Year Extension: What’s Next For The Sooners?

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:58:29 -0400

Oklahoma's Brent Venables has agreed to a two-year contract extension through January 2032.