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Serena exits Wimbledon with just a quick handshake with Maya Joint
Maya Joint admitted that she admired Serena Williams as she grew up watching her play. She handled the moment well and scored a well-earned victory over Serena in three sets. MORE: ESPN should be a bit less biased in Serena…
Projecting the 2026 Toronto Raptors’ starting lineup after Kawhi Leonard trade
Kawhi Leonard is back in the Toronto Raptors’ starting lineup after the latest blockbuster trade in the NBA between Toronto and the Los Angeles Clippers. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, the Raptors are acquiring Leonard from the Clippers in a…
Blockbuster Kawhi Leonard trade shakes up NBA Eastern Conference landscape
Another day, another blockbuster NBA trade, this time from out west. ESPN’s Shams Charania reports that a deal is near for Kawhi Leonard to be traded from the Los Angeles Clippers back to the Toronto Raptors. This is a full-circle…
How to watch France vs Sweden: Live stream, TV channel & start time for FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32
Kylian Mbappe’s France and Alexander Isak’s Sweden scrum down at MetLife Stadium on Tuesday in the hopes of reaching the last 16 at World Cup 2026. MORE: 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 TV schedule, full list of games…
ESPN should be a bit less biased in Serena Williams Wimbledon match
Serena Williams made her return to professional tennis on Tuesday at Wimbledon, and ESPN could not get done touting her greatness. She is the greatest of all time. Everyone knows it, including her opponent Maya Joint. However, the network could…
ESPN analyst calls out LeBron James’s ‘turtle head’ agent after Lakers decision
LeBron James is leaving the Los Angeles Lakers after eight seasons wearing the purple and gold. Shams Charania broke the news for ESPN hours before free agency began on Tuesday morning, saying James had informed the Lakers “the franchise can…
15 most influential NHL free-agent signings in the salary-cap era
The salary-cap era has turned NHL free agency into a high-wire act where one contract can swing a franchise toward a Stanley Cup or bury it in dead money. Since the cap arrived following the 2004-05 lockout, a handful of…
Anders Lee to test NHL free agency after Islanders negotiations fall short
New York Islanders captain Anders Lee will officially test the unrestricted free-agent market after contract negotiations with the organization failed to produce an agreement. The decision ends months of discussions and opens the door for several contenders to pursue one…
Former Yankees, Dodgers pitcher, 37, shares immediate retirement plans
At 37, two months after throwing his last pitch in the Mexican League, Shane Greene appears to be at peace with where his baseball career stands. Just don’t ask him if he’s retired. “We’re not using the R word yet,”…
What LeBron James’ decision to leave Lakers means for Bronny James
LeBron James has informed the Los Angeles Lakers that he will be continuing his NBA career elsewhere. Though there was speculation that one of the all-time greats would play out his final career chapters in a new location, it’s still…
Maple Leafs may need Matthew Knies package to land Zach Werenski
The Toronto Maple Leafs are expected to pursue defenseman Zach Werenski, who is the reigning Norris Trophy winner, given to the best NHL defenseman for his overall impact. And if the Columbus Blue Jackets make him available, the cost could…
How to live stream France vs Sweden for free without cable: World Cup, TV channel
France and Sweden square off Tuesday in East Rutherford, New Jersey, with a place in the Round of 16 on the line. The winner will advance to face Paraguay, which stunned Germany in a penalty shootout to book its spot…
Projecting the 2026 Los Angeles Lakers starting lineup without LeBron James
The LeBron James era is over in Los Angeles. On Tuesday morning the NBA’s all-time leading scorer told the team that he was leaving in free agency. Now the franchise can move on without him. Losing a 41-year-old to free…
Former Red Sox pitcher, 36, makes candid retirement admission
Ryan Sherriff was active in baseball as recently as a year ago, pitching professionally in Mexico. The five-year MLB veteran, whose last major league appearance came with the Boston Red Sox in 2023, was on a mound. But his days…
LeBron James informs Lakers of decision to continue NBA career elsewhere
LeBron James is not retiring. The NBA’s all-time leading scorer will play in the 2026-2027 NBA season, but it won’t be for the Los Angeles Lakers according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. James has reportedly told the team they can move…
Jason Robertson expected to remain with Stars amid trade rumors
Trade speculation continues to surround Dallas Stars forward Jason Robertson, but the most likely outcome remains a new contract with the organization. Despite weeks of rumors and interest from several teams, NHL insider Emily Kaplan believes Robertson still sees Dallas…
How to watch Norway vs Ivory Coast: Live stream, TV channel & start time for FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32
Erling Haaland’s World Cup 2026 dream hinges on a round-of-32 victory over the Ivory Coast on Tuesday. MORE: 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 TV schedule, full list of games How to Watch Ivory Coast vs Norway World Cup…
Mets stars not helping interim manager turn things around
The New York Mets lost to the Blue Jays in Toronto on Monday night, 2-1. It was their second loss in a row under interim manager Andy Green and they are now just 1-3 under his watch. It was also…
11 best college football QBs entering 2026 season
The 2026 college football season is shaping up as a quarterback showcase, with proven stars returning and a few NFL-caliber talents pushing for a final bump to their draft stock. Of course, analysts and fans thought the same thing in…
Warriors looking to trade Jimmy Butler & 2 teams make the most sense
It’s no secret that the Warriors are looking to move Jimmy Butler this NBA offseason. Golden State acquired Butler a little over a year ago and could already be looking to move on. The aging star is coming off an…
Jorge Posada thinks modern baseball is straight-up garbage
Jorge Posada unloaded on the state of modern baseball in a recent podcast with Abriendo Sports. Like, really took a hammer to the whole thing, calling the brand of ball being played these days “straight up garbage”. The former New…
Ex-NHLer Mike Commodore targets Mike Babcock in latest Oilers post
Mike Commodore has renewed his public criticism of new Edmonton Oilers head coach Mike Babcock following the coach’s return to the NHL. The former NHL defenseman took aim at Babcock on X days after Edmonton announced the hiring. Commodore wrote,…
How to live stream Serena Williams vs Maya Joint: 2026 Wimbledon First Round, TV channel
The 2026 Wimbledon Championships continue on Tuesday, with the major draw of the day being the first-round matchup between Serena Williams and Maya Joint. How to Watch Serena Williams vs Maya Joint Tuesday’s match will be the first singles match…
How to live stream Ivory Coast vs Norway for free without cable: World Cup, TV channel
Ivory Coast and Norway meet Tuesday in Arlington, Texas, with a place in the Round of 16 on the line. The winner will move on to face Brazil, raising the stakes for what could be one of the most intriguing…
MLB third base power rankings entering week 15
The 2026 MLB All-Star Game is Tuesday, July 14th. Certain players have been elected as starters for the upcoming Mid-Summer Classic, and a handful of players are finalists to represent their respective leagues. However, there will be players who fall…
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