Michael Harrington — Sports Editor 
Twins select Georgia Tech catcher Vahn Lackey at No. 3 overall The Minnesota Twins selected Georgia Tech catcher Vahn Lackey with the third overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Viewed as a rare, complete prospect with plus-plus tools on both sides of the ball, Lackey is expected to sign … Read more
England’s bid for an historic second FIFA World Cup title is currently resting on the shoulders of star man Jude Bellingham. The 23-year-old midfielder is putting together one of the great campaigns by an Englishman, with his match-winning brace in the Three Lions’ tense quarter-final win over Norway bringing his tally to six goals for … Read more
Alejandro Garnacho has been excluded from Chelsea’s pre-season training at Cobham as the club actively pursues a permanent sale. The 21-year-old winger, who joined from Manchester United for £40million last summer, is now surplus to requirements under new manager Xabi Alonso following an underwhelming debut season in west London. Chelsea’s Search for a Permanent Exit … Read more
The 2026 FIFA World Cup reaches its penultimate stage this week, with France facing Spain on Tuesday, July 14, and England meeting Argentina on Wednesday, July 15. All four remaining teams currently hold top-four positions in the official FIFA world rankings, setting the stage for highly anticipated semifinal clashes. The tournament is entering its final … Read more
Two days after the 2026 MLB Draft, shortstop Roch Cholowsky reached an agreement with the Chicago White Sox for a $10.35 million signing bonus. The deal, which remains unconfirmed by the club, marks a record-setting payout for a draft pick while falling approximately $1 million below the assigned slot value. Record-Setting Terms for the No. … Read more
Club América has officially welcomed back three players—Israel Reyes, Sebastián Cáceres, and Brian Rodríguez—to training at the Coapa facility following their participation in the 2026 World Cup. As the squad prepares for the Apertura 2026 season under new head coach Guillermo Almada, the integration of these players into the team’s training regimen marks a critical … Read more
Brock Lesnar returned to WWE Raw on July 13, 2026, at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas, amid a legal dispute involving a restraining order against Oba Femi. The episode also featured a high-stakes contract signing between Roman Reigns and Seth Rollins for their upcoming World Heavyweight Championship match at SummerSlam. Brock Lesnar, Paul … Read more
France manager Didier Deschamps has returned to lead his side for their upcoming World Cup semi-final against Spain, a heavyweight showdown scheduled for Tuesday in Dallas. The match carries significant stakes, as France aims to become only the third country in history to reach three consecutive World Cup finals, a feat previously accomplished only by … Read more
The NCAA has approved a new five-year eligibility rule, requiring athletes to complete their eligibility within five years of high school graduation or their 19th birthday. This change, which aims to simplify regulations and limit legal liability, effectively eliminates the traditional redshirt season across all college sports. The New Five-Year Eligibility Standard In a major … Read more
England midfielder Declan Rice is expected to start Wednesday’s World Cup semi-final against Argentina in Atlanta, provided he fully recovers from a recent illness. While head coach Thomas Tuchel awaits a final medical assessment, reports suggest the Arsenal player’s condition has improved significantly since the quarter-final win over Norway. Declan Rice’s Fitness Status Ahead of … Read more