17 July 2025
Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet has been elected as the new President of the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA), beginning a four-year term effective immediately. VanVleet, a nine-year NBA veteran and former All-Star, takes over from CJ McCollum, who served on the NBPA’s Executive Committee for seven years — including the last four as President. McCollum played a key role in…
17 July 2025
After a decade with the Indiana Pacers, Myles Turner is embracing a fresh start — and he’s not buying into the old saying that “the grass isn’t greener on the other side.” Officially unveiled as a Milwaukee Buck on Friday, Turner made it clear he’s not only confident in the move but sees it as a step toward his ultimate goal: winning an NBA title. “I hate when they say the grass can’t be greener…
17 July 2025
Cooper Flagg made his highly anticipated professional debut on Thursday night in the NBA 2K26 Summer League, helping the Dallas Mavericks edge out Bronny James and the Los Angeles Lakers in a tight 87-85 win. The No. 1 overall pick didn’t light up the stat sheet offensively, shooting just 5-for-21 from the field and 0-for-5 from three-point range, but he still left his mark on the game. Flagg…
17 July 2025
Seattle Sounders FC goalkeeper Stefan Freiis “back home resting” after suffering a head/neck injury in second-half stoppage time of his team’s 1-1 draw with the Columbus Crew on Sunday. The 39-year-old collided with Crew midfielder Amar Sejdić when looking to collect a floated-in free kick, prompting medical personnel to rush onto the pitch during the Sunday Night Soccer presented by Continental…
17 July 2025
Philadelphia Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert has made it clear: he’s staying in Philly with one goal in mind: “win another” Super Bowl. After helping the Eagles win Super Bowl LIX, Goedert faced the possibility of leaving the only NFL team he’s ever played for. But instead, he and the team reworked his contract in May 2025, allowing him to remain with the franchise. Speaking on ESPN’s NFL Live…
17 July 2025
The Columbus Crew have acquired midfielder Hugo Picard from Ligue 2 side EA Guingamp, the club announced Monday. The 22-year-old Frenchman is under contract through 2028 with an option for 2029. He will occupy U22 Initiative and international roster slots. Picard produced 10 goals and 15 assists in 104 matches across all competitions for Guingamp. He mainly features in wide areas. “We are excited…
17 July 2025
Thousands of fans packed Globe Life Field in white Jacob deGrom jerseys Tuesday night, as the Texas Rangers marked a jersey giveaway with their ace on the mound and he didn’t disappoint. DeGrom delivered yet another quality start, allowing two runs over six innings in a 10-2 win over the Baltimore Orioles. He struck out seven and walked one. “Of course, Jacob was Jacob,” Rangers manager Bruce…
17 July 2025
FC Dallas have transferred forward Leó Chúto Portuguese top-flight side FC Alverca, the club announced Saturday. The 25-year-old Brazil native spent a half-season with Dallas after being acquired in January. He was part of the trade that sent Jesús Ferreira to Seattle Sounders FC. Chú scored once in four appearances for Dallas. He previously joined Seattle in August 2021 from Brazilian club…
17 July 2025
The New York Jets have locked down one of their biggest stars. Wide receiver Garrett Wilson has agreed to a four-year, $130 million contract extension, per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. The deal includes a massive million guaranteed. Wilson is now one of the highest-paid receivers in the league. Key terms of the extension: Wilson, 24, has recorded three consecutive 1,000-yard seasons since being…
17 July 2025
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will throw it back to their roots when they open their 50th NFL season. The team announced Tuesday that they will wear their original 1976 uniforms in the 2025 home opener against the New York Jets on Sunday, September 21. Tampa Bay has worn Creamsicle throwbacks in select games since 2009, but this marks the first time since 1976 that the Bucs will wear the exact design…
17 July 2025
Tennis star Carlos Alcaraz has praised Trent Alexander-Arnold’s Spanish-speaking skills following the defender’s official unveiling at Real Madrid. Alexander-Arnold delivered his entire welcome speech in Spanish at Real Madrid City, earning admiration from fans and teammates alike. Alcaraz, speaking to the BBC, said: “If I meet him one day I’m going to speak with him in Spanish. His Spanish is…
17 July 2025
New York City FC have transferred Birk Risa to Molde FK in Norway’s top division, the club confirmed on Monday. The 27-year-old defender returns to Molde, where he previously made 95 appearances, scored 3 goals, added 6 assists, and won two titles before moving to NYCFC in July 2023. During his time in New York, Risa played 62 matches across all competitions, contributing 1 assist. “We would like…