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Diamondbacks C Gabriel Moreno (finger) back from 60-day IL
Arizona catcher Gabriel Moreno has been activated from the 60-day injured list and is expected to play when the Diamondbacks host the Cincinnati Reds Friday night. ,Moreno last played June 14 before being placed on the IL with a hairline fracture in his right index finger. The 25-year-old Gold Glove...
'Happy Gilmore 2' continues to smash Netflix streaming records
Nearly 30 years later, the "Happy Gilmore" sequel seems to be bringing just that -- happiness -- to viewers in droves, with the Adam Sandler golf comedy setting a new record for the most single-week viewing minutes on a streaming platform.,Nielsen streaming data shows that viewers spent 2.9 billion ...
Samuel Basallo, Orioles reach 8-year extension
Top prospect Samuel Basallo agreed to an eight-year contract extension with the Baltimore Orioles, the team announced on Friday. ,The deal is worth a reported $67 million covering the 2026-33 seasons with a club option for 2034.,"We are thrilled to agree with Samuel long-term and are delighted about...
Brazilian F Brenner returns to Cincinnati on loan
Brazilian striker Brenner has returned to FC Cincinnati on loan from Italian Serie A side Udinese.,The move, announced Friday, was completed before the close of the secondary transfer window on Thursday.,Brenner, 25, is on loan with FC Cincinnati through the end of the 2025 season. The deal includes...
Cowboys' Jerry Jones fans flames with Micah Parsons, doubts holdout
Yet another abrasive turn in the dramatic contractual standoff between Cowboys owner Jerry Jones and pass rusher Micah Parsons came Friday in response to the All-Pro defender penning a farewell to the franchise.,"Any talk of trading is BS," Jones said, clarifying the Cowboys would not trade Parsons ...
Rockies release struggling, winless LHP Austin Gomber
The Colorado Rockies released struggling left-hander Austin Gomber with just over a month left in the season.,The Rockies also placed right-hander Dugan Darnell on the 15-day injured list with left hip inflammation, while right-hander Angel Chivilli was recalled from Triple-A Albuquerque and left-ha...
MLS transactions roundup: Red Bulls acquire GK John McCarthy
The New York Red Bulls acquired two-time MLS champion goalkeeper John McCarthy from the Los Angeles Galaxy on Friday for a third-round draft pick and $150,000 in general allocation money.,McCarthy, who won titles with Los Angeles FC in 2022 and the Galaxy in 2024, lost his starting spot in May to No...
Tommy Fleetwood seizes share of lead at Tour Championship
ATLANTA -- If Tommy Fleetwood is going to win his first PGA Tour event, this would be a really good week to do it.,Like FedEx Cup championship good. Like $10 million winner's share good. Like sweet relief after two recent disappointing close calls good.,Fleetwood seized a share of the second-round l...
FC Cincinnati know intensity is ramping up, starting with New York City FC
FC Cincinnati is entering their most important stretch of the season.,Sitting atop the Eastern Conference (16-7-4, 52 points), Cincinnati is also tied for the lead in the Supporters' Shield race with San Diego heading into Saturday's home match with New York City FC.,This is the team's first of thre...
Orlando Pride set women's transfer fee record at $1.5M
The Orlando Pride acquired forward Lizbeth Jacqueline Ovalle of Mexico for a record-setting $1.5 million transfer fee.,Per the NWSL, the deal announced Thursday breaks the previous mark for women's soccer of $1.3 million that Arsenal paid Liverpool for Canadian forward Olivia Smith last year.,Known ...
F Marco Rossi signs 3-year, $15M deal with Wild
Restricted free-agent forward Marco Rossi signed a three-year, $15 million contract with the Minnesota Wild on Friday.,Rossi, 23, recorded 60 points (24 goals, 36 assists) and averaged 18:15 of ice time while playing in all 82 games last season with the Wild. He ranked second on the team in points a...
As Union seek rebound vs. Fire, they should be encouraged by history
Considering how dominant the Philadelphia Union have been at home, especially versus Chicago over the years, they appear in good shape to rebound from a rare MLS defeat.,Unbeaten in 12 consecutive home matches, the Union can sweep this season series by halting the Fire's five-match unbeaten run Satu...
Roughriders seek to avenge lone defeat vs. Stampeders
The Saskatchewan Roughriders will look to avenge their lone loss of the season when they visit the Calgary Stampeders on Saturday night.,The Roughriders (8-1) have won four in a row since the Stampeders (6-3) recorded a 24-10 victory on July 12 in Regina, Saskatchewan.,"We know that we're better tha...
Ray of light emerges as Sun pay visit to Sky
Although the Chicago Sky and Connecticut Sun already have been eliminated from playoff contention, both are intent on building some late-season momentum. ,After winning consecutive games for the first time this season, the visiting Sun will be out for three in a row Saturday when they face the Sky, ...
A'ja Wilson, Aces aim to stay hot vs. Mystics
The WNBA's hottest team will face a club coming off a cold spell when the Las Vegas Aces visit the Washington Mystics on Saturday afternoon.,The Aces (23-14) will look to extend their winning streak to 10 games when they open a three-game road trip.,The Mystics (16-20) lost 67-56 on Thursday to the ...
Reports: 49ers acquire RB Brian Robinson Jr. from Commanders
The San Francisco 49ers are acquiring running back Brian Robinson Jr. from the Washington Commanders in exchange for a sixth-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, multiple media outlets reported on Friday.,Per reports, Robinson is flying to San Francisco to take his physical with the 49ers. Should all g...
MLS transactions roundup: Montreal adds DP Ivan Jaime
CF Montreal acquired attacking midfielder Ivan Jaime on loan from Portuguese powerhouse FC Porto, the MLS club announced Friday.,The 24-year-old Spaniard's deal runs through June 2026 and includes a purchase option that would keep him with Montreal through 2027 with options for 2028-29. Jaime will o...
BetBoom Team set for playoffs at FISSURE Universe
BetBoom Team recorded a sweep of AVULUS on Friday to gain momentum heading into the playoffs at FISSURE Universe: Episode 6.,BetBoom secured their lower-bracket quarterfinal clash with PARIVISION on Saturday after posting 48- and 39-minute wins on red.,PARIVISION recorded a 1-1 draw with Team Tidebo...
Report: F Marco Rossi signing 3-year, $15M deal with Wild
Restricted free-agent forward Marco Rossi is signing a three-year, $15 million contract with the Minnesota Wild, The Athletic reported on Friday.,Rossi, 23, recorded 60 points (24 goals, 36 assists) and averaged 18:15 of ice time while playing in all 82 games last season with the Wild. He ranked sec...
Report: Verdict in Hockey Canada sexual-assault case won't be appealed
The government will not appeal the verdict in the case of the five pro hockey players who were acquitted of sexual assault charges in Canada, TSN reported.,The five men were charged in connection with an event that occurred in June 2018 when they were members of the Canada world junior hockey team. ...