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Spain new No. 1 in FIFA rankings; Norway are biggest climber
Spain overtook Argentina for the No. 1 spot in the FIFA men's world rankings Monday, as expected after La Roja defeated the defending champions 1-0 in the World Cup final on Sunday.,Argentina were the No. 1 team in the world rankings as of the last official rankings update on June 11, the day the 48...
Alex Palou takes checkers at rain-delayed Music City Grand Prix
Alex Palou got a day off to celebrate his native Spain's triumph in the World Cup final before hitting the racetrack and adding to his own trophy collection.,Palou won the rain-delayed Borchetta Bourbon Music City Grand Prix on Monday afternoon in Lebanon, Tenn., for his fifth title in 12 races this...
Reports: Packers DT Devonte Wyatt agrees to 3-year, $57M extension
The Green Bay Packers and defensive tackle Devonte Wyatt agreed to a three-year, $57 million extension on Monday, according to multiple reports.,The extension begins with the 2027 season. Wyatt will make $12.94 million this season in the fifth and final season of his rookie contract.,Wyatt, 28, play...
SEC notebook: Missouri RB Ahmad Hardy cleared after shooting; recovery timeline TBD
Missouri running back Ahmad Hardy has been medically cleared for football activities just over two months after being shot in the upper leg, head coach Eli Drinkwitz announced Monday.,Hardy was shot while attending an outdoor concert on May 10 in Laurel, Miss. ,"We anticipate he will make a recovery...
What Prediction Markets Are Telling Us About NFL 2026 MVP
Who will win the 2026 NFL MVP? Here's what Kalshi prediction markets say about Josh Allen, Lamar Jackson and other contenders....
Oklahoma QB John Mateer intent on bouncing back from 2025 setback
Oklahoma star quarterback John Mateer had his 2025 season sabotaged by a broken thumb on his throwing hand but says he is at full strength entering the upcoming campaign.,Mateer had his throwing motion tweaked in the offseason and said he is stronger physically and mentally during his Monday session...
Report: Matisse Thybulle agrees to 1-year deal with Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers have agreed to a one-year, $3.3 million contract with free agent forward Matisse Thybulle, ESPN reported on Monday.,Thybulle, 29, has appeared in just 45 games over the last two seasons due to a rash of knee, ankle, hip and thumb injuries. However, the former first-round pick ...
The Sacramento Kings Need to Blow It Up Before It's Too Late
The Sacramento Kings are stuck in NBA limbo. Here's why a complete roster reset may be the franchise's only realistic path forward....
Reports: Dodgers acquire RHP Seth Halvorsen from Rockies
The Los Angeles Dodgers are set to acquire right-handed reliever Seth Halvorsen in a trade with the Colorado Rockies, multiple outlets reported Monday.,According to the New York Post, the Rockies will receive a pair of minor leaguers in right-hander Nick Frasso and outfielder Landyn Vidourek,Halvors...
MLB Best Bets: Jacob Misiorowski, Dylan Cease Lead Monday's Top Picks
Jacob Misiorowski returns to the mound as our top MLB bet Monday. Plus, predictions for Rays vs. Blue Jays and Reds vs. Mariners....
Injury-riddled Wings, Liberty tip off in rescheduled game
The Dallas Wings will be chasing their seventh straight win when they host the slumping New York Liberty on Monday in Arlington, Texas, but they will be without the services of star guard Paige Bueckers.,Bueckers spent the final minutes of Sunday's 90-82 home win over the Los Angeles Spark in the lo...
Wings' Paige Bueckers out vs. Liberty
Dallas Wings star guard Paige Bueckers has been ruled out for Monday's game against the New York Liberty in Arlington, Texas.,The Wings (17-8) announced the decision was based on "rest" for Bueckers, who was involved in a scary fall during the fourth quarter of her team's 90-82 win over the Los Ange...
Commish: SEC conversations 'real' about split from NCAA
SEC commissioner Greg Sankey kicked off conference media days in Tampa on Monday with a clarification for anyone doubting the seriousness of internal conversations about splitting from the NCAA. ,"So they're real. People have talked about that," Sankey said. "They've opined about the frustrations th...
Yankees option RHP Elmer Rodriguez to Triple-A
The New York Yankees optioned right-hander Elmer Rodriguez to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes Barre on Monday.,Rodriguez, 22, was recalled Sunday before the second game of a split doubleheader against the Los Angeles Dodgers to fill the designated 27th roster spot. He did not pitch in the game.,After makin...
Paige Bueckers leaves game after collision, hitting head on floor
Dallas Wings star guard Paige Bueckers suffered a scary fall late in her team's 90-82 win over the Los Angeles Sparks on Sunday in Arlington, Texas, leaving with 3:33 to play and not returning.,As Sparks forward Nneka Ogwumike was dribbling down the court, she was fouled and lost her balance. She tu...
Nashville SC acquire F Zidane Yanez from NYCFC
Nashville SC acquired 18-year-old striker Zidane Yanez from New York City FC on Monday in exchange for up to $275,000 in general allocation money.,NYCFC receives a guaranteed $50,000 in GAM in 2027 and up to $225,000 based on performance incentives, and also retains a percentage of any future transf...
Brooke Henderson announces engagement to Twins prospect
World No. 13 golfer Brooke Henderson announced her engagement to Minnesota Twins prospect Ricky Castro over social media.,The pair's post on Instagram Sunday came one week after Henderson nearly won the Evian Championship, losing in a playoff to Haeran Ryu of South Korea. Henderson officially became...
G Jack Campbell officially retires
Former NHL goaltender Jack Campbell announced his retirement on Sunday.,Campbell, 34, last played in the NHL with the Edmonton Oilers during the 2023-24 season.,He went 93-52-18 with 10 shutouts, a .909 save percentage and a 2.76 goals-against average with four teams.,Campbell was an All-Star with t...
Jeff Kent's Hall of Fame Election Could Open the Door for Overlooked Second Basemen
Jeff Kent's Hall of Fame election shines a spotlight on one of baseball's most underrepresented positions and what it means for Chase Utley, Bobby Grich and others....
Ben Askren Didn't Win the Match—But He Won the Weekend
Ben Askren fell short on the scoreboard at RAF 11, but his emotional return to the wrestling mat was the most inspiring moment in combat sports this weekend....