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Oilers’ Tommy Lafreniere Takes Big Step With Summer Showcase Invite

After a breakout season, one of the most promising Edmonton Oilers prospects has just taken the next step in his exciting progression. Forward Tommy Lafreniere is among 32 players invited…

Hornets, Michael Ajayi Agree To Two-Way Contract

The Hornets intend to sign undrafted free agent forward Michael Ajayi to a two-way contract, league sources tell Tony Jones of The Athletic (Twitter link). A 6’7″ wing, Ajayi had a well-traveled college career, playing two years of junior college ball before suiting up for Pepperdine, Gonzaga and Butler over the past three seasons. As […]

WNBA Eliminates Captains From 2026 All-Star Game in Favor of New Format Involving League Legends

The 2026 WNBA All-Star Game is exactly 30 days away, scheduled for Saturday, July 25. As part of the league’s 30th-anniversary celebration, this year’s edition will feature a significant format change, specifically in how the All-Star rosters are drafted. According to a post shared on Yahoo Sports‘ X handle, the drafting will not be handled […] The post WNBA Eliminates Captains From 2026 All-Star Game in Favor of New Format Involving League Legends appeared first on EssentiallySports .

Cubs BCB After Dark: Cubs acquire David Peterson

It’s Wednesday night here at BCB After Dark: the coolest spot for night owls, early risers, new parents and Cubs fans abroad. Thank you for taking time out to visit with us. We always like to see a friendly face. There’s no cover charge. We still have a few tables available. The hostess will seat […]

Spurs’ GM makes brutally honest admission about Jayden Quaintance pick despite knee red flags

Amid uncertainty about the pick, there appear to be two certainties regarding Jayden Quaintance going to the San Antonio Spurs with the 20th overall pick in the first round of the NBA Draft. One is that he would’ve been a top ten pick had he not suffered a serious knee injury. The other is that […] The post Spurs’ GM makes brutally honest admission about Jayden Quaintance pick despite knee red flags appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Heat To Sign J’Vonne Hadley, Keyshawn Hall To Exhibit 10 Contracts

Louisville’s J’Vonne Hadley will join the Heat on an Exhibit 10 contract, sources tell Jon Chepkevich of DraftExpress (Twitter link). The 6’7″ senior swingman became a full-time starter after transferring from Colorado two years ago. He averaged 11.5 points and 5.1 rebounds this season while shooting 56.2% from the field and 44% from three-point range. […]

Pennsylvania Senator Slams Seinfeld Creator After ‘Embarrassed to Be an American’ Remark Over Trump-Backed UFC White House

The historic UFC Freedom 250 card on the White House South Lawn delivered some all-time great fights, but it also sparked a major cultural and political feud. Larry David, the creator of Seinfeld and Curb Your Enthusiasm, made headlines when he told Variety that watching a steel cage bout on the executive mansion’s grass left […] The post Pennsylvania Senator Slams Seinfeld Creator After ‘Embarrassed to Be an American’ Remark Over Trump-Backed UFC White House appeared first on EssentiallySpo...

Cavaliers To Sign Xaivian Lee To Exhibit 10 Contract

The Cavaliers plan to sign Xaivian Lee to an Exhibit 10 contract, sources tell Jon Chepkevich of DraftExpress (Twitter link). The Canadian-American guard went undrafted this week, making him an unrestricted free agent. Lee was a two-time All-Ivy League selection at Princeton prior to transferring to Florida for his senior season. He averaged 11.6 PPG, […]

Carson Cooper, Grizzlies Agree To Two-Way Deal

The Grizzlies are signing big man Carson Cooper to a two-way deal after he went unselected in the 2026 draft, Billy Reinhardt reports (Twitter link). Cooper is a four-year player out of Michigan State. After only making eight starts in his first three seasons, the 6’11” center started all 35 games for the Spartans as […]

76ers 2026 NBA Draft grades for every pick

When new general manager Mike Gansey mentioned in passing during his post-round 1 press conference that the Philadelphia 76ers could potentially get aggressive and sneak back into the 2026 NBA Draft to make a second selection, it got fans in the City of Brotherly Love and beyond excited. After making a pick in the first […] The post 76ers 2026 NBA Draft grades for every pick appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Rangers rumors: Alexis Lafreniere gets major trade update before 2026 NHL Draft

The New York Rangers are looking ahead to the 2026 NHL Draft, which begins on Friday. They own the fifth overall pick in this draft after a rather disappointing season. This sets the Blueshirts up to make a big splash once draft weekend rolls around. However, it appears as if former top pick Alexis Lafreniere […] The post Rangers rumors: Alexis Lafreniere gets major trade update before 2026 NHL Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints .

“Slap in the Face”: Coaches Association President J.B. Bickerstaff Slams Blazers Owner’s Treatment of New HC

Once again, the Portland Trail Blazers’ new ownership has left the NBA world shaken with bizarre frugality. This time, Tom Dundon has landed on the bad side of the National Basketball Coaches Association (NBCA). JB Bickerstaff launched a scathing critique against the Blazers’ ownership following the hiring of new head coach Micah Nori. It’s not […] The post “Slap in the Face”: Coaches Association President J.B. Bickerstaff Slams Blazers Owner’s Treatment of New HC appeared first on Essential...

A’s Suffer Heartbreaking Defeat Against Giants

The Athletics took on the San Francisco Giants in the second game of this three-game interleague series on a breezy summer night in The City by the Bay”. It looked like Max Muncy’s eighth inning home run would be enough to win this pitching duel. However, the A’s beleaguered bullpen had a final say, blowing […]

Chris Rigg And European Football: A True Sunderland Romance

At some stage during the 2026/2027 season, there’s a very good chance that Chris Rigg’s name will feature in a Sunderland matchday squad, and maybe even in the starting eleven, for one of our Europa League fixtures. Whether at home or away, and regardless of the opponent, it really won’t make a great deal of […]

On This Day (25 June 2003): “I’ll Be Back” Threatens Laslandes!

After the horrendous Howard Wilkinson-inspired relegation of 2003, we could have done with a Terminator to get rid of a few unwanted wages. As it was, we had some of our players demanding to be let go, or threatening us they’d return to the club! The whole thing was a mess at this point. Because […]

England, Ageing and the Slow Death of Tournament Magic

I’m 50. Physically, at least. That number comes as something of a shock when you realise you’re now officially edging into the category of “old”. My mind still insists I’m 18. My body, meanwhile, has appointed itself head of the opposition and submits regular evidence to the contrary. Some things definitely change as you get […]

Sunderland’s Potential Summer Departures Part 2: Midfielders and Attackers

On Monday we looked into Sunderland’s potential departures from the defensive group. Today, we’re moving further up the pitch and looking at the midfield and attack. Which deadwood will be leaving, who may be going out on loan, as well as whether we can expect any high-profile departures. Midfield & Wingers Starting off in the […]

Where Are They Now? The Academy prospects who left Sunderland

News broke last week that Liam Ogunsuyi, the 14-year-old younger brother of Trey, had been “deregistered” from Sunderland’s Academy, meaning he is now able to register with another club. Although Sunderland will be due compensation, it will be a pittance compared to his value should he make it to the Premier League in the future. […]

‘Hurt You Pretty Significantly’: Scottie Scheffler Issues Stark Warning Ahead of Travelers Championship

The final Signature Event of the season is finally here, happening this week with a $20 million purse and a strong field; 49 of the top 50 are going to tee up. Scottie Scheffler enters TPC River Highlands with eight top-five finishes in thirteen starts this season, but only a single victory at the start of […] The post ‘Hurt You Pretty Significantly’: Scottie Scheffler Issues Stark Warning Ahead of Travelers Championship appeared first on EssentiallySports .

General Motors Plan Adelaide NASCAR Surprise Days After Ford Blocks Driver’s Chevrolet-RCR Cameo

General Motors is weaponizing its NASCAR roster to answer Ford’s Adelaide challenge. A few weeks ago, GM was rather sour about Ford blocking one of its prospective debutants. So this time, they have decided to field a driver from their NASCAR roster in Adelaide for a wild-card V8 Supercars race. At first glance, it might […] The post General Motors Plan Adelaide NASCAR Surprise Days After Ford Blocks Driver’s Chevrolet-RCR Cameo appeared first on EssentiallySports .