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LeBron James hasn’t played a game for the 76ers, yet his arrival in Philadelphia has already sparked headlines far beyond basketball. Hours after James announced he was joining the Sixers for what is expected to be his record-setting 24th NBA …

The Seattle Mariners reportedly “will at least listen on Emerson Hancock”,reports Adam Jude, Mariners beat writer for the Seattle Times. Hancock (age 27) has posted a 2.4 WAR with a 6-4 record, 3.16 ERA and 97 strikeouts in 105.1 innings pitched …

The Chicago Cubs are currently taking on the Pittsburgh Pirates in a three-game weekend set, which has NL Central implications. If the Cubs win on Friday, they have a chance to cut the Brewers‘ division lead to six games. During …

The Miami Heat were considered the favorites to land LeBron James in free agency all week, but he shocked the NBA world by picking the Philadelphia 76ers. Odds shifted over the past week with James to the Heat becoming the …

The Chicago Cubs scratched one of their pitching prospects from his scheduled start as the MLB trade deadline approaches, creating another storyline to watch as the club weighs its options. The unexplained scratch grabbed Chicago fans and media attention, with …

The New York Knicks were floating in the shadows when it came to NBA rumors linking the team to LeBron James in free agency. James’ agent Rich Paul admitted that the Knicks would have been the favorites to sign James …

LeBron James made one thing clear throughout free agency: He wasn’t chasing the biggest paycheck. He was chasing his best chance to win another NBA championship. According to ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania, that mindset ultimately led the four-time NBA …

PITTSBURGH — It’s no secret what the Cubs, clear buyers at the trade deadline, are shopping for this summer. They need pitching. But they won’t be the only team seeking an upgrade. Do they have what it takes to persuade …

By now you’ve probably read at least something about the scandals surrounding former state Rep. Harry Benton, D-Plainfield. In a nutshell, a young female district office staffer alleged Benton sexually harassed her in 2023. Two of House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” …

PITTSBURGH – Pinch-hitting is hard. Michael Conforto is making it look easy. “I don’t really know how he does that, to be totally honest,” second baseman Nico Hoerner said Wednesday. “It feels like he’s either homering or on the verge …

The Chicago Bears have brought in the tallest player in the history of Australia’s National Rugby League for a roster tryout as he attempts to break into the NFL. According to the NFL’s daily transaction wire for July 24, the …

The Boston Red Sox’s historic win streak ended at 15 games, but they have ultimately played their way right back into contention in the American League. As a result, they now appear more likely to be buyers than sellers ahead …

The Toronto Maple Leafs have made several meaningful moves in the first official offseason with general manager John Chayka in charge of things, including both on the ice, in their front office, and behind their bench. The Maple Leafs feel …

The Los Angeles Rams made the bold decision to plan for their future at quarterback, selecting Ty Simpson 13th overall in the 2026 draft while rostering the reigning MVP in Matthew Stafford; a move that leaves Stetson Bennett IV fighting …

Earlier this month, the Los Angeles Lakers signed Walker Kessler. The 24-year-old had spent the first four seasons of his career playing for the Utah Jazz. He is coming off a year where he appeared in just five games. That …

The Miami Hurricanes won’t be neighbors with LeBron James again after all. The NBA and sports world received the major news that James will join the Philadelphia 76ers Friday. Which in turn axes out a potential reunion with the Miami …

Detroit Red Wings fans may be getting awfully tired of hearing about Dylan Larkin all the time. But this conversation would be happening if it weren’t for the awful situation the player and organization are in. That said, the latest …

The New York Mets are going to be an intriguing team to keep an eye on leading up to the 2026 MLB trade deadline on August 3. One player who has been heavily mentioned in trade rumors over the last …

The Los Angeles Rams entered the offseason with the reigning NFL MVP, the league’s receptions leader and a team that had come within one win of the Super Bowl. After adding the Defensive Player of the Year, that collection of …

The Baltimore Ravens are bringing a familiar face back to the franchise. Chris Moore, a 2016 4th-round pick (No. 107 overall), is returning to the Ravens as a free agent after spending the last 2 seasons with the Washington Commanders. …

The Denver Broncos have seen one of their former tight ends land with an NFC team for the second straight day. This time, veteran Nick Vannett is joining the defending Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks. On Thursday, former undrafted free …

The Toronto Maple Leafs could be an ideal landing spot for a 38-year-old Stanley Cup champion. The Maple Leafs have gone through a major overhaul with their roster this offseason under new general manager John Chayka. After missing the playoffs …

The Baltimore Ravens are bringing a familiar face back to the franchise. Chris Moore, a 2016 4th-round pick (No. 107 overall), is returning to the Ravens as a free agent after spending the last 2 seasons with the Washington Commanders. …

The Detroit Lions are gearing up for a critical 2026 season in which they hope to bounce back and reclaim their position atop the NFC North standings after being dethroned by the Chicago Bears. And in the wake of the …

Markelle Fultz is coming off a season where he had a brief stint with the Toronto Raptors. He appeared in five games after joining the franchise in the middle of the year. Former 76ers Star Markelle Fultz Sends Out Bold …

Holding a black-and-white photo of his great aunt, Scott Long leaned over the Chicago Riverwalk railing and scattered a handful of flowers into the river, honoring a life the S.S. Eastland disaster claimed 111 years ago Friday. Long, 62, took …

Caitlin Clark flops too much. She talks too much trash. She’s overly dramatic in campaigning for calls. Those are the casual reasons to root against her. Then there are the heavier ones. Clark’s stardom has become a mirror for larger …

Head coach DeMeco Ryans and the Houston Texans will almost certainly not enter the regular season with 12 wide receivers, like they currently have on the roster, and three-time Super Bowl champion Justin Watson could be among those left out. …

This Brandon Aiyuk situation just keeps getting more and more bizarre. He is once again in major NFL headlines with the latest news that he has purchased a $10 million house in Virginia, where the Washington Commanders‘ headquarters are located. …

The Las Vegas Raiders running back room has a chance to be in its best place in years. Former first-round pick Ashton Jeanty should be much better in Year 2, and rookie Mike Washington Jr. has some really good potential. …

The New England Patriots will open training camp without one of their undrafted rookies getting the opportunity to enter a crowded wide receiver competition. New England placed Jimmy Kibble on injured reserve Friday, the team announced while signing rookie tight …

The basketball world was taken aback on Friday when NBA superstar LeBron James announced his free agency decision. James agreed to a two-year, $8 million deal with the Philadelphia 76ers, which will bring him back for a 24th season and …

The Buffalo Bills have a lot of tough decisions when it comes down to trimming the roster to just 53 players, and one player on the cusp is wide receiver Tyrell Shavers. Shavers never seems to be in the spotlight …

Kansas City coach Andy Reid confirmed Friday that Patrick Mahomes has been cleared without restrictions for Chiefs training camp, which opens July 29 with a 9:15 a.m. CT practice. Reid’s announcement is the clearest signal yet that the reigning face …

The Toronto Blue Jays have managed to slip into the worst position in the American League East. Their dreadful 47-56 overall record aside, they’ve now been hit with heartbreaking news regarding Addison Barger. As reported by Mitch Bannon of The …

It has been three long years since the Cincinnati Bengals last reached the postseason. During this time, star quarterback Joe Burrow has missed a large chunk of time due to injury, leading to questions around his durability. Additionally, the defense …

An intriguing lightweight rematch between veterans Renato Moicano and Brian Ortega has been added to the upcoming UFC 331 card. MMA journalist Leo Guimaraes was the first to report the Moicano vs. Ortega rematch for UFC 331. Sources have confirmed …

And then there was one. As one in James left on the Los Angeles Lakers. (For now.) The NBA world finally got the news it waited for more than three weeks for. LeBron James has made a decision, and it’s …

Miami Marlins All-Star starting pitcher Max Meyer received unfortunate news over the last weekend. Meyer, 27, was sent to the 15-day injured list on Monday. The move is retroactive to July 19. The All-Star was experiencing neck discomfort in his …

One of the biggest storylines for the Pittsburgh Steelers entering training camp is the quarterback competition. But it has nothing to do with Aaron Rodgers, who will be suiting up for his final NFL season as the team’s starter. Instead, …