San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan was hurt in a car accident on July 14 and suffered serious injuries. Assistant coach Chris Foerster will take over some duties while Shanahan recovers. Los Angeles Rams coach Sean McVay, a close friend, expressed his support and wished Shanahan a good recovery.
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Kyle Shanahan had a car crash on July 14.
He has a severe concussion, broken nose, three broken ribs, a broken hand, and needed 40 stitches on his face.
Chris Foerster will act as head coach during Shanahan's limited participation in training camp.
Sean McVay called Shanahan a close friend and praised his strength.
McVay emphasized that both Shanahan and the other person involved in the accident are okay.
Shanahan is expected to recover and has the support of his family and friends.
The 49ers and Rams will play each other in the first week of the 2026 NFL season on September 10.
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Mike Trout had four hits in a game against the San Francisco Giants, helping the Angels win 4-3. With this performance, Trout moved up on the Angels' all-time lists for doubles and singles.
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Trout went 4-for-4 at bat, his first four-hit game since April 26, 2021.
He passed Tim Salmon to become second on the Angels' doubles list with 340 doubles.
Trout trails only Garret Anderson, who has 489 doubles in Angels history.
Trout also moved to fourth place on the Angels' singles list with 1,014 singles.
The leaders in singles ahead of Trout are Garret Anderson, Darin Erstad, and Brian Downing.
Trout is 34 years old and will turn 35 on August 7.
This season, he has a batting average of .247, an on-base percentage of .398, and a slugging percentage of .468.
The Angels currently have the worst record in the American League and face important trades at the upcoming deadline.
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Liverpool faced defensive problems during their first pre-season game under coach Andoni Iraola due to injuries to key centre-backs. The club has invested in young defenders but still lacks experienced players, which has raised concerns about their defense for the upcoming season.
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Liverpool's young defenders Mor Talla Ndiaye and Ifeanyi Ndukwe were signed for a total of £3.5 million after being scouted at the U17 World Cup.
Joe Gomez was injured early in the first pre-season match and has missed many games due to injuries since joining in 2015.
Virgil van Dijk is the only senior centre-back currently fit; he is 35 and in the last year of his contract.
Jeremy Jacquet and Giovanni Leoni, two young defenders signed for £60 million and £26 million respectively, have yet to prove themselves fully.
Liverpool allowed Ibrahima Konate to leave on a free transfer, relying on younger players to fill defensive roles.
The club's head coach, Andoni Iraola, has said the defensive squad is "very thin" and may need reinforcements.
Former player Robbie Fowler highlighted the need for experienced defenders to guide young players.
Liverpool’s recent transfer spending is limited this summer compared to the previous season’s record £450 million outlay.
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LeBron James surprised many by choosing to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers for his 24th NBA season. Before signing, he had concerns about the durability of Joel Embiid, the team's star center, due to Embiid's history of injuries.
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LeBron James decided to join the Philadelphia 76ers after more than three weeks of consideration.
The 76ers had recently acquired Finals MVP Jaylen Brown and have young players Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe.
LeBron admired Joel Embiid's talent and basketball intelligence but worried about his ability to stay healthy.
Embiid missed many games over the past few seasons because of various injuries and surgery.
Embiid has been a top NBA player with several awards, including NBA MVP in 2023.
Despite his success, Embiid has never reached the NBA Finals or conference finals.
Embiid is 32 years old and has faced injuries like meniscus tears and knee problems throughout his career.
LeBron had other possible teams to join, such as the Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat, and Golden State Warriors.
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Justin Gonzales, a top Red Sox prospect, returned from a three-game suspension and hit a two-run home run for the Greenville Drive. Gonzales is known for his powerful hitting and energetic celebrations.
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Justin Gonzales plays for the Single-A Greenville Drive, a Red Sox minor league team.
He was suspended for three games due to a bench-clearing incident after a previous home run.
The incident involved Gonzales hitting the opposing catcher while celebrating.
At 19 years old, Gonzales is 6-foot-4 and weighs 210 pounds.
He has hit 14 home runs in 74 games at the High-A level.
His home run on Sunday was a two-run shot and marked his return from suspension.
Red Sox multimedia personality Hunter Noll shared a video of the home run online.
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Austin FC’s youth soccer academy is under police investigation for alleged player misconduct among its younger teams. The academy suspended and expelled some players and paused activities for the affected age group while cooperating with authorities.
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The investigation involves allegations of misconduct between players at Austin FC’s youth academy.
The academy reported the case to Austin police, Major League Soccer, and the U.S. Center for SafeSport in December 2025.
Police confirmed there is an ongoing investigation but gave no details due to the involvement of juveniles.
The academy suspended and expelled some players connected to the allegations.
Activities for the affected youth age group in the academy were temporarily stopped.
The academy includes teams from under-13 to under-19 and offers schooling for players.
Austin FC Academy said it puts the health and safety of its youth players first and is fully cooperating with the investigation.
The news of the investigation was first reported by The Guardian.
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Jacoby Brissett agreed to a new contract with the Arizona Cardinals, including a $10 million raise, before the 2026 NFL season. He will be the team's starting quarterback and received a guaranteed $15.5 million for the upcoming season.
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Brissett represented himself in the contract negotiations.
His new deal can earn him up to $21 million in 2026 if incentives are met.
Cardinals head coach Mike LaFleur expressed satisfaction with the contract being settled early.
Brissett began practicing with the first team following the deal.
Last season, Brissett started 12 games, threw for 3,366 yards, 23 touchdowns, and 8 interceptions.
The quarterback is 33 years old and considered a veteran player.
Brissett said negotiating contracts causes stress, but he is glad it is over.
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Jarred Kelenic, once a top baseball prospect, has struggled to succeed in Major League Baseball (MLB). At 27 years old, after six years and four different teams, his batting and strikeout stats show he has not yet lived up to early expectations. Despite this, some believe he might still have a chance to improve and continue his career.
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Jarred Kelenic was the 6th overall pick in the 2018 MLB Draft by the New York Mets.
He won two gold medals with the U.S. junior national baseball team before entering the MLB.
Kelenic has played for four MLB organizations in six years.
His career batting average is .211, with low power and a rising strikeout rate over time.
In 2023 at age 23, he hit with a slugging percentage of .419 and had a 111 OPS+ (a measure of offensive performance).
Kelenic was Seattle Mariners' top prospect before being traded in a deal involving Robinson Cano and Edwin Diaz.
His recent statistics show a high strikeout rate (over 35%) and a .343 BABIP (batting average on balls in play), which may suggest some overperformance.
The Texas Rangers' Triple-A team, Round Rock Express, recently released him from their roster.
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LeBron James has signed with the Philadelphia 76ers for the next season in the NBA. The team shared the first picture of his new jersey, number 23, on social media.
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LeBron James announced he is joining the Philadelphia 76ers.
He signed a two-year contract worth $8 million.
This will be his 24th NBA season.
LeBron has previously played for the Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat, and Los Angeles Lakers.
The 76ers also recently acquired player Jaylen Brown in a trade with the Boston Celtics.
The expected starting lineup includes LeBron James, Jaylen Brown, Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and VJ Edgecombe.
LeBron expressed his goal to work hard and help the 76ers win a championship.
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Jackson Koivun won his first PGA Tour event at the 3M Open in just his third professional tournament. He finished three strokes ahead of World No. 1 golfer Scottie Scheffler, who came in second.
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Jackson Koivun is 21 years old and a new star on the PGA Tour.
He scored 5-under 66 in the final round at TPC Twin Cities.
Koivun held off Scottie Scheffler, who scored 8-under 63 in the final round but finished three strokes behind.
Koivun felt nervous near the end but stayed focused despite crowd noise supporting Scheffler.
Scottie Scheffler has finished second five times during the 2026 PGA Tour season.
Scheffler praised college players like Koivun for being well prepared and confident.
The rise of young talent from college golf is seen as positive for the future of the sport and PGA Tour.
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The 2026 soccer World Cup just finished, but many soccer leagues and competitions in Europe, Mexico, and the United States have already started their new seasons or qualifying rounds. Soccer is a constant presence worldwide, with no real off-season, creating a nonstop cycle of games and tournaments.
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The Scottish Premiership 2026-27 season begins soon, followed by the Dutch Eredivisie and England’s Carabao Cup.
European club competitions like the Champions League and Conference League started qualifying matches on July 7.
Liga MX in Mexico is partway through its Apertura season, and Major League Soccer (MLS) resumed its regular season on July 16.
The soccer World Cup takes place every four years and brings people worldwide together watching the same games without overlap.
The 2026 World Cup featured 48 teams, 50% more than the previous tournament.
FIFA wants a World Cup every two years featuring 64 teams to have more soccer events.
Outside the World Cup, soccer is always ongoing with many games, which can feel overwhelming and less exciting to some fans.
Attendance for some recent soccer games in the US has been low, showing possible fan fatigue or less interest in preseason matches.
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Ricky Pearsall, a wide receiver for the San Francisco 49ers, has shown potential but faced several injuries in his first two NFL seasons. With new teammates expected to attract defenders' attention, Pearsall could have a better chance to succeed and become a key player in the 2026 season if he stays healthy.
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Ricky Pearsall was picked 31st overall in the 2024 NFL Draft by the San Francisco 49ers.
Injuries limited Pearsall to 11 games in his rookie season and 9 games in his second season.
In 2025, he caught 36 passes for 528 yards, averaging 14.7 yards per catch.
The 49ers lost key wide receivers Brandon Aiyuk and Jauan Jennings before the 2026 season.
They signed Mike Evans and Christian Kirk to improve their receiving group.
Evans and Kirk will likely attract strong defensive coverage, potentially giving Pearsall easier matchups.
Pearsall has built good playing chemistry with quarterback Brock Purdy.
Staying healthy during training camp and the season is crucial for Pearsall's breakout chances.
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Lionel Messi appeared in public for the first time after Argentina lost to Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. He shared his feelings about the loss on Instagram and was later seen at a local soccer match in his hometown.
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Argentina lost to Spain in extra time in the 2026 FIFA men's World Cup final.
Messi, aged 39, showed visible emotion, recognizing this might be his last World Cup.
Messi has started in three World Cup finals: lost in 2014, won in 2022, lost again in 2026.
Argentina aimed to become only the third team to win back-to-back men's World Cups.
After the final, Messi posted on Instagram about the pain but also the pride from the journey.
Messi scored 8 goals and had 4 assists in the 2026 World Cup.
He lost the Golden Ball award to France’s Kylian Mbappe.
Messi’s return date to Inter Miami CF is uncertain; he will miss the 2026 MLS All-Star Game on July 29.
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Minnesota Vikings quarterbacks J.J. McCarthy and Kyler Murray are competing for the team's starting quarterback job. NFL.com predicts that Murray will win the competition and help the Vikings aim for a strong season.
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J.J. McCarthy and Kyler Murray are both trying to become the Minnesota Vikings’ starting quarterback.
Head coach Kevin O'Connell said both players are being professional in the competition.
NFL.com predicts Murray will win the starting job because he has more potential and the team can win now.
Murray was a former No. 1 overall draft pick.
If Murray becomes starter, Vikings are expected to win 10 or more games.
The Vikings’ 2026 season will begin with a game against the Green Bay Packers on September 13.
Coach O’Connell wants players who keep working on being good teammates and tough football players.
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The Boston Red Sox have improved their chances to make the playoffs after a strong winning streak. They might trade Kyson Witherspoon, a recent first-round pitching prospect, to get a top hitter and strengthen their team before the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline.
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The Red Sox won 15 games in a row and 17 of their last 19 games.
They have entered the playoff race and are expected to buy players at the 2026 trade deadline.
The team already traded Connelly Early for Curtis Mead.
Kyson Witherspoon, a pitcher drafted in the first round in 2025, is predicted to be traded.
Witherspoon is considered a top 100 prospect with good potential.
The Red Sox have other pitching prospects, including Anthony Eyanson, which makes Witherspoon more available for trade.
Trading Witherspoon could be risky because he might become a strong major league pitcher.
The team might trade him if it helps them get a star hitter to improve their chances this season.
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The Buffalo Bills have introduced new alternate "Nickel City" uniforms for next season, featuring a gray color inspired by the city's industrial history. Many fans have criticized the design for straying from the team’s traditional red, white, and blue colors.
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The alternate uniforms are primarily nickel gray, inspired by steel mills, grain elevators, and rail yards in Buffalo.
A "Charging Buffalo" logo appears on the upper left chest and the helmet features a mostly blue shell with this logo.
The collar is solid blue, symbolizing blue-collar workers and the city’s strong work ethic.
The team described the uniforms as representing "resilient," "gritty," and "blue collar" values.
Fans on social media criticized the new look, calling it "horrible" and preferring the traditional colors and older designs.
The Bills had a 12-5 record last season but failed to reach the Super Bowl, losing in overtime to the Denver Broncos.
Buffalo added wide receiver DJ Moore in the offseason to support quarterback Josh Allen.
The Bills are considered strong contenders for the 2027 Super Bowl with good odds at DraftKings Sportsbook.
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The Cleveland Browns have two quarterbacks, Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson, who performed well in offseason workouts. Experts expect Watson to be the starter in the first game of the 2026 season because of his experience and contract, but Sanders and a new rookie, Taylen Green, are also expected to play during the season.
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Cleveland Browns coach Todd Monken praised quarterbacks Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson after offseason activities.
Monken mentioned quarterbacks Sanders, Watson, and Dillon in the team's plans.
NFL.com predicts Deshaun Watson will start the Browns’ first game of the 2026 season.
Watson has a $45 million salary cap hit in the final year of his five-year contract.
Sanders trained with Watson over the summer but needs a big improvement in training camp to become starter.
Rookie quarterback Taylen Green is also expected to get playing time during the season.
The Browns open the 2026 season against the Jacksonville Jaguars on September 13.
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Golfer Scottie Scheffler has performed well in 2026, finishing in the top five 11 times and winning once. CBS announcer Jim Nantz predicts Scheffler will win at least one of the upcoming PGA Tour playoff events this season.
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Scottie Scheffler is ranked number 1 in the world for golf.
He has finished in the top five 11 times out of 17 events in 2026.
Scheffler has five second-place finishes this year.
His only win in 2026 was at The American Express tournament in January.
Scheffler recently finished second at the 3M Open, three strokes behind 21-year-old Jackson Koivun.
Jim Nantz, a CBS golf broadcaster, believes Scheffler will win at least one playoff event soon.
The 2026 PGA Tour playoffs start on August 13 with the FedEx St. Jude Championship.
The playoffs end with the TOUR Championship starting August 27.
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Rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza does not see himself as competing against Kirk Cousins but with him to help the Las Vegas Raiders win. NFL.com predicts Mendoza will likely start as the team's quarterback by Week 1 of the season, which could end Cousins’s starting role.
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Fernando Mendoza is a rookie quarterback for the Las Vegas Raiders.
Mendoza said quarterbacks on the team compete with each other to help the team win.
Only one quarterback can start in Week 1 of the NFL season.
NFL.com predicts Mendoza will start as quarterback in Week 1 or by Week 3 at the latest.
Mendoza was a top pick in the NFL draft and is learning a lot during team practices.
If Mendoza starts, it could mean the end of Kirk Cousins's time as the Raiders' starting quarterback.
The Raiders start their season on September 13 at home against the Miami Dolphins.
The Raiders’ following games are against the Los Angeles Chargers and New Orleans Saints.
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The Washington Commanders fired their tight ends coach, Ben Steele, two days before their training camp began. The team did not explain why they made this decision and said they would not comment further.
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Ben Steele was fired as the Commanders' tight ends coach on Monday.
The firing happened just two days before the team's first training camp practice.
No reason was given by the Commanders for Steele’s dismissal.
Steele was hired in February after David Raih was promoted to offensive passing game coordinator.
Steele played as an NFL tight end from 2001 to 2007 for several teams.
Before joining the Commanders, Steele coached tight ends for the Arizona Cardinals for three years.
The Commanders’ head coach, Dan Quinn, previously worked with Steele while coaching the Atlanta Falcons.
Coach Quinn is expected to address the firing during a press conference on the first day of training camp.
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