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Yankees' George Lombard Jr, replacing embattled Anthony Volpe, mashes home run for first hit in MLB debut

August 4, 2026

Yankees' George Lombard Jr, replacing embattled Anthony Volpe, mashes home run for first hit in MLB debut

George Lombard Jr. launched a solo home run for his first career hit and turned multiple double plays in a dazzling major league debut at Yankee Stadium.

ESPN's Stephen A Smith says Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve hurt WNBA with trans shirt controversy

August 4, 2026

ESPN's Stephen A Smith says Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve hurt WNBA with trans shirt controversy

Stephen A. Smith blasted Cheryl Reeve for wearing a "Trans Kids Belong" shirt during her first matchup against Fever guard Sophie Cunningham.

James Cook Looks To Become Just Third Player Since 2001 To Repeat As Rushing Champion

August 4, 2026

James Cook Looks To Become Just Third Player Since 2001 To Repeat As Rushing Champion

James Cook is only looking forward as he tries to follow up a season in which he led the NFL in rushing.

NFL executives, coaches put Shedeur Sanders last in QB rankings in survey: 'Shouldn't lose to him'

August 4, 2026

NFL executives, coaches put Shedeur Sanders last in QB rankings in survey: 'Shouldn't lose to him'

Shedeur Sanders ranked dead last among 35 NFL quarterbacks by executives and coaches in a survey one saying he'd "sleep like a baby" facing Sanders.

Urban Meyer, Colin Cowherd say Big Ten venues and fans have caught up and 'bypassed the SEC'

August 4, 2026

Urban Meyer, Colin Cowherd say Big Ten venues and fans have caught up and 'bypassed the SEC'

Urban Meyer says Big Ten stadiums, fanbases, and passion have caught up to and bypassed the SEC after three straight national championships.

Indiana takes full advantage of NCAA courtroom chaos with stunning roster move amid eligibility fight

August 4, 2026

Indiana takes full advantage of NCAA courtroom chaos with stunning roster move amid eligibility fight

Indiana Hoosiers add Stephen Daley back to the roster after a Colorado court ruling grants 2022-class athletes an additional eligibility season.

Rogue parrot attacks players during Brazilian U-15 soccer game, then comes back and does it again

August 4, 2026

Rogue parrot attacks players during Brazilian U-15 soccer game, then comes back and does it again

A large parrot attacked teenage soccer players during a Flamengo vs. Ceará Brazil Under-15 Cup match in Rio de Janeiro, halting play multiple times.

WWE legend Brock Lesnar says he's retired after losing to Oba Femi at SummerSlam

August 4, 2026

WWE legend Brock Lesnar says he's retired after losing to Oba Femi at SummerSlam

Brock Lesnar announced his retirement on the "Pat McAfee Show" after his emotional Hell in a Cell loss to Oba Femi at SummerSlam on Saturday.

Ex-Patriots star on whether Tom Brady could face same HOF fate as Bill Belichick: 'Crazy to think about'

August 4, 2026

Ex-Patriots star on whether Tom Brady could face same HOF fate as Bill Belichick: 'Crazy to think about'

Danny Amendola says he's getting his suit ready for Tom Brady's Hall of Fame induction, but after Bill Belichick's shocking snub, nothing is certain.

Luis Arraez Joins Phillies’ Postseason Chase, Thanks Bryce Harper For Position Move

August 4, 2026

Luis Arraez Joins Phillies’ Postseason Chase, Thanks Bryce Harper For Position Move

Newly acquired Phillies second baseman Luis Arraez is excited to be in Philadelphia and in a playoff race.