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The New York Knicks quietly gained another layer of roster flexibility before the 2026-27 season. Jordan Clarkson has waived the implicit no-trade clause that came with the one-year veteran minimum contract he signed earlier this month, according to Hoops Rumors’ …

The Denver Nuggets have agreed to terms on a rookie contract with their second-round selection, Trevon Brazile. According to HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto, the team is locking the rookie in with a four-year deal. He will make $9.3 million over that …

The Chicago Cubs finished the first half of 2026 on a strong note, winning back-to-back games and coming to within five games of the first-place Milwaukee Brewers in the National League Central. Since the beginning of last season, the Cubs …

Although the Philadelphia Phillies have six deserving All-Stars this season, all the buzz is about starting pitcher Zack Wheeler not making the cut. This season, Wheeler is 10-1 with a 2.13 ERA, a 0.89 WHIP, and 108 strikeouts. Wheeler has …

After working out at the Los Angeles Rams‘ facilities over the weekend, it appears Aaron Donald potentially coming out of retirement to rejoin L.A. is becoming increasingly likely. Nothing is set in stone yet, but during an appearance on the “Pat …

The Los Angeles Lakers have been very busy early on this offseason. Sure, they are set to lose LeBron James in free agency, but they managed to sign Austin Reaves to a contract extension before he hit the open market, …

The big move the Las Vegas Raiders made at wide receiver this offseason was signing Jalen Nailor in free agency. The former Minnesota Viking had shown flashes with his old team, but was consistently an afterthought due to Justin Jefferson …

Pat McAfee is sharing new details about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s New York City wedding after attending what he called one of the most memorable nights he has ever experienced. During the July 13 episode of “The Pat McAfee …

Fans clad in bright pink pink trailed around the corner of Lake and Loomis Streets Saturday as Chicago rappers Adamn Killa and Taylor Bennett prepared for their headlining, all-ages show at Bottom Lounge dubbed “Vocalo’s Summer Meltdown.” The fans were …

Federal prosecutors are seeking a 2½-year prison sentence for the man who admitted firing a gun “in proximity of” U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents last fall in the waning days of Operation Midway Blitz. Hector Gomez, 46, is one …

The Philadelphia 76ers are still adapting to their new look in the wake of their blockbuster trade for Jaylen Brown. Now that Brown is in town, the Sixers will feature a lineup that also includes Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and …

The Denver Broncos are unexpectedly facing the possibility of playing in 2026 without 1 of their top defenders, edge rusher Jonathon Cooper, who threw his NFL future and $60 million contract in doubt when he was arrested twice in 1 …

One of the most popular, fun, and entertaining events on Major League Baseball’s calendar each season is the T-Mobile Home Run Derby, which is a fan-favorite All-Star break festivity that features eight of MLB’s top sluggers duking it out for …

In this series, Heavy Sports is looking at what every NHL team has done over the offseason. Next up is the Boston Bruins. The Bruins had a solid bounce-back campaign this year, in which they returned to the postseason. They …

After four seasons, the Miami Dolphins released Tyreek Hill as the All-Pro wide receiver was set to carry a $51 million cap hit in the 2026 season. The move kicked off an offseason that saw the Dolphins part ways with …

The Boston Bruins have seen several of their all-time greatest players depart in recent years, with the successful core of Patrice Bergeron and Brad Marchand among others either retiring or being traded elsewhere. However, the Bruins still have a good …

The Houston Texans got a glimpse of that the future could look like for former second-round draft pick Jayden Higgins as his rookie season wound down. Heading into Year 2, there is an increasing expectation that Higgins will prove those …

On Sunday, the San Francisco Giants played their final game before the All-Star break. They beat the Colorado Rockies by a score of 3-1 at Oracle Park in California. Willy Adames led the team with three hits and one RBI. …

The 2026 MLB All-Star Game is almost here. This season’s Midsummer Classic will take place at Philadelphia’s Citizens Bank Park on Tuesday, July 14. The game is scheduled to begin at 8:00 p.m. EDT. How To Watch The 2026 MLB …

We may never know whether Tom Brady helped the Seattle Seahawks ahead of Super Bowl LX, but one prominent New England Patriots voice has an opinion on the matter. Patriots radio analyst and midday radio host Scott Zolak addressed the …

Ryan Blaney claimed one of the biggest wins of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season after surviving a dramatic overtime finish at EchoPark Speedway in Atlanta. The Team Penske driver won the Quaker State 400, available at Walmart, early Monday …

Draymond Green spent time with LeBron James recently, and during that time Green obviously pitched James on joining the Golden State Warriors in free agency. James is currently deciding where he wants to continue his career, and the Warriors have …

The 2026 Home Run Derby is scheduled to begin at 8 p.m. EDT Monday at Citizens Bank Park, but will Philadelphia’s weather cooperate, or could rain and other conditions affect baseball’s biggest power showcase? The latest forecast not only answers …

The Chicago Cubs and Boston Red Sox figure to be two of the more active teams at this year’s MLB trade deadline, and both organizations will certainly be linked in all sorts of trade rumors and speculation. Well, for the …

The Los Angeles Lakers took a pretty clear new direction this offseason in breaking up most of the roster from last year, aggressively pursuing a sign-and-trade for center Walker Kessler and adding Sandro Mamukelashvili, Quentin Grimes, Collin Sexton and Kevon …

The Edmonton Oilers are not done making offseason moves just yet. General manager Stan Bowman has already brought in Ryan Shea and Frederick Andersen via free agency and acquired Devon Levi and Shakir Mukhamadullin in separate trades. Despite this, Edmonton …

The Los Angeles Rams have made some noise this offseason. They started off the season by trading for former Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Trent McDuffie, picked up his teammate in free agency, and then made the biggest move of the …

Julius Randle’s move to the Brooklyn Nets came as a shock to many NBA fans, especially given that the Minnesota Timberwolves also received a second-round pick in exchange for him.  The Nets also gave up the 2026 No. 28 draft …

On Sunday, the Detroit Tigers played their final game before the All-Star break. They lost to the Philadelphia Phillies by a score of 5-0. Detroit Tigers Announced Latest Verlander News GettyJustin Verlander #35, Kevin McGonigle #7 and Riley Greene #31 …

The Los Angeles Lakers will not have LeBron James on the roster for the first time in eight seasons. He has decided to move on and play elsewhere. He has yet to decide where he will sign, and there is …

It’s not hard to comprehend what Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield was thinking last season as he played through injuries. He’s tough. If there’s any possible way he can keep playing, he will. What’s harder to comprehend is why …

Mike McDaniel’s hiring as the Los Angeles Chargers‘ offensive coordinator puts the offense among the best in the league and arguably the best addition this offseason. Pairing up with Justin Herbert, the offense is poised to have a strong season …

The Los Angeles Lakers have been at the center of a lot of action so far this offseason. While they signed Austin Reaves to a massive $185 million contract extension, they also are set to lose LeBron James in free …

Stephen Curry has not been shy about wanting a certain teammate this summer. He has made his case in public more than once, and it sounds like people are starting to listen. New numbers out this week suggest the Warriors‘ …

The Toronto Blue Jays were the story of the 2025 Major League Baseball season, but in 2026 they’ve been highly disappointing, with the team heading into the All-Star break sitting at 45-51, firmly in last place in the American League …

The Kansas City Royals have had a disappointing season. They made the postseason in 2024 as a wild card team, but have not been able to get over the hump. They missed the playoffs last season and are in the …

On Sunday, the New York Yankees played their final game before the All-Star break. They beat the Washington Nationals by a score of 5-3. After a tough stretch for several weeks, the Yankees are heading into the All-Star break on …

The Cincinnati Bengals have spent years trying to build an offensive line capable of protecting Joe Burrow through an entire season. They may finally have their anchor in Amarius Mims. The Athletic selected Amarius Mims as Cincinnati’s breakout candidate for …

The Dallas Cowboys thought they got 1st-round value with cornerback Shavon Revel when he free-falled to them in the 3rd round of the 2025 NFL draft. When Revel finally got on the field for the Cowboys in Week 11, the …

The Los Angeles Rams have openly courted franchise legend Aaron Donald and the latest from ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter suggests that their efforts will prove successful. Donald stepped away from the Rams following the 2023 season. The 10-time first …