John Harbaugh isn’t ready to commit to wide receiver Malik Nabers playing Week 1, but the New York Giants’ head coach admitted he is “praying” that will be the case. Nabers participated in full-speed live drills on Monday for the first time since suffering a torn ACL and meniscus in his right knee i
The New York Giants signed veteran quarterback Jake Haener on Monday, while also hosting free agent running back Najee Harris for a visit. Haener, 27, worked out for the Giants late last month and adds depth behind starter Jaxson Dart. New York also has Jameis Winston and Brandon Allen on the roster
Want to own one of the jerseys Michael Jordan wore during the 1998 NBA Finals, when he won his sixth and final championship with the Chicago Bulls? Then find a way to access at least $10 million by Sept. 15. That’s the estimated floor for the bidding on the Jordan jersey that will be conducted by au
The New York Yankees are bringing back Carlos Rodon on Tuesday, but their starting rotation still won’t be 100% healthy. The Yankees placed left-hander Max Fried on the 15-day injured list Monday (retroactive to Friday), hours after it was revealed the left-handed Rodon will come off the IL to start
The Pittsburgh Pirates activated center fielder Oneil Cruz from the 60-day injured list ahead of Monday’s home game against the Detroit Tigers, ending a 58-game absence due to non-displaced fractures in the fourth and fifth metacarpals of his left hand. Cruz has been sidelined since June 7, one day
Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson is headed to the injured list with a Grade 2 oblique strain, ESPN and MLB.com reported on Monday. The injury, which forced him to leave Sunday’s 11-4 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals in the third inning after an awkward swing, could sideline him for the remainder
Jeanie Buss is challenging her siblings’ attempt to sell the family’s remaining stake in the Los Angeles Lakers. Hours after the Buss family released a statement revealing its intention to sell its 17.8% ownership of the franchise to new owners Bob Iger and Josh Kushner, CNBC and ESPN reported that
The Washington Commanders intend to release veteran kicker Jake Moody and entrust undrafted rookie Drew Stevens with the job, according to multiple reports on Monday. The kicking carousel will continue in D.C., as Stevens will become the 12th player to assume the role since 2021 and the eighth since
Aug 17 (Reuters) – FIFA confirmed on Monday that Chief Operating Officer Kevin Lamour has left the governing body, weeks after he publicly criticised President Gianni Infantino’s plan to sell a stake in its tournament business, including the World Cup. “FIFA can confirm that the working relationship
By Frank Pingue Aug 17 (Reuters) – LIV Golf said on Monday it has decided to cancel the team championship that was scheduled to be played next week in Michigan so it can focus on preparing for its next chapter with new investors. The team championship was originally scheduled as a standalone event f
The New York Giants are signing linebacker Chandler Martin to a one-year deal, according to an ESPN report. Martin, 23, is set to reunite with head coach John Harbaugh after playing in three games last season for the Baltimore Ravens as an undrafted rookie. Financial terms of the deal were not repor
Aug 17 (Reuters) – Major League Baseball and its owners have unanimously approved the sale of the San Diego Padres to an ownership group led by investors Jose E. Feliciano and Kwanza Jones, the league said on Monday. The approval remains contingent upon the closing of the transaction, which is expec
The San Francisco Giants are calling up left-hander Matt “Tugboat” Wilkinson for what would be his major league debut, according to multiple media reports on Monday. Wilkinson, 23, has had quite a year, representing his native Canada in the World Baseball Classic and then rising rapidly through the
Following an 11-month investigation, the NBA was not able to show any proof that Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer funneled money to Kawhi Leonard via team sponsorships to bypass the salary cap, ESPN reported on Monday. Per the report, the NBA is looking into whether introducing Leonard to te
Major League Baseball owners unanimously approved the San Diego Padres’ new ownership group on Monday. Billionaire Jose E. Feliciano and his wife and business partner Kwanza Jones lead the group of investors that agreed this spring to acquire controlling interest in the team from the Seidler family
The Minnesota Twins placed outfielder Austin Martin on the 10-day injured list Monday with a left hamstring strain. Martin, 27, sustained the injury while tracking a fly ball in the eighth inning of Sunday’s 7-5 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies. Martin is batting .241 with three homers, 23 RBIs and
The Columbus Crew loaned midfielder Hugo Picard to French Ligue 1 side Troyes on Monday. The deal runs through the 2027 MLS season and includes a purchase option for the 23-year-old Frenchman. Picard joined the Crew as a U22 Initiative signing last summer from Ligue 2 club EA Guingamp. He has record
–The Panthers officially added tight end Darren Waller and waived offensive lineman Joshua Gray and outside linebacker Nick Hampton on Monday. Waller, 33, ended his retirement to play for the Dolphins last season, posting 24 receptions for 283 yards and six touchdowns in six games. Over nine seasons
Fans will cast the first vote for the Heisman Trophy this season under a new platform unveiled on Monday. The website — hopefuls.heisman.com — will include official player data and updated player ratings for the “EA Sports College Football” video game. Starting on Sept. 9, visitors can cast votes da
The Houston Dash transferred midfielder Emina Ekic to Italy’s Parma Calcio 1913 for an undisclosed fee on Monday. Ekic, 27, appeared in five matches for Houston after arriving from Lexington SC in April. She began her pro career at Racing Louisville, who made her the fifth overall pick in the 2021 N
The Los Angeles Galaxy announced the transfer of defender Miki Yamane to Japan’s Urawa Red Diamonds on Sunday night. Yamane, 32, joined the Galaxy from J1 League side Kawasaki Frontale in 2024 and helped the team claim its record sixth MLS Cup championship that season. “He played an integral role in
Michigan State is finalizing a deal to make Dan Bartholomae its new athletic director, multiple outlets reported on Monday. Bartholomae joins the Spartans from Western Michigan, where he has been the AD since June 2022. Under his watch, the Broncos won the 2025 national title in hockey and a 2025 co
Miami has dismissed wideout Cam Vaughn from the program, Hurricanes coach Mario Cristobal confirmed Monday. “Wish him the best,” Cristobal told a WQAM morning radio show. He declined to provide a reason for the departure. Vaughn transferred to Miami during the offseason after one season at West Virg
New York Jets running back Breece Hall left Monday’s practice with trainers after sustaining a groin injury. Hall went down untouched after making a catch. He will undergo further testing but the initial belief is that the injury is not serious, head coach Aaron Glenn told reporters. Hall, 25, is he
The middle of the American League standings has turned into a medicore mess. It might make for a fascinating playoff race. There are seven teams fighting for the final AL wild-card spot and all of them have a record below .500. The Baltimore Orioles would make the playoffs if the season ended Sunday
By Rohith Nair Aug 17 (Reuters) – Human rights organisation FairSquare has urged FIFA to rule that Gianni Infantino is ineligible to seek another term as president, arguing he has already served the maximum three terms permitted under the body’s statutes. FIFA presidents are limited to three terms i
Arizona Cardinals rookie running back Jeremiyah Love is expected to miss the rest of the preseason with a high ankle sprain, ESPN reported on Sunday. The Cardinals are hopeful that Love will be available for their regular-season opener at the Los Angeles Chargers on Sept. 13, per the report. After A
Noah Cameron tossed a one-hitter and Michael Massey and Bobby Witt Jr. each homered to lead the Kansas City Royals to a 3-0 victory over the Los Angeles Angels in the rubber match of their three-game series on Sunday afternoon in Anaheim, Calif. Cameron (7-8), making his first career appearance at A
Eight-time Pro Bowl linebacker Von Miller is set to play his 15th NFL season back in his home state after signing with the Dallas Cowboys. Miller confirmed the news (first reported by ESPN) on his Instagram account, posting a picture of himself in a Cowboys uniform with the caption, “Hereee Weee Goo
Rory McIlroy left the FedEx St. Jude Championship with his place in the next round of the playoffs secure, but with considerably less confidence in his golf swing. The World No. 2 finished 66th out of 68 golfers at 8 over par after closing with a 2-over 72 on Sunday at TPC Southwind in Memphis. McIl
