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The Los Angeles Dodgers are favored to win the World Series and are expected to acquire Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal before the deadline, a transaction that could reshape baseball's competitive landscape.
ESPN has struck a media‑rights agreement to stream the first season of the Women’s Pro Baseball League, showcasing four teams playing at a single stadium through September 6. The partnership highlights ESPN’s commitment to women’s sports and expands its baseball coverage.
A dispute over a high‑profile transfer has escalated between Barcelona and Atlético Madrid, involving a formal complaint, an appeal plan, and public accusations that could reshape the summer market.
Seattle Storm co-owner Celeste Keaton was fined and suspended for five home games after confronting two teenage fans who supported guard Sophie Cunningham, who had publicly opposed transgender athletes in women's sports. The Storm issued an apology and reaffirmed its commitment to inclusivity.
The league terminated its agreement with Victory+ after unpaid fees, redirecting Sunday matches to its own platform and confirming that existing contracts with major broadcasters stay intact.
The new Women’s Professional Baseball League (WPBL) opens its first season with a blend of seasoned coaches, diverse international talent and a $95,000 salary cap, aiming to carve a sustainable career path for women in baseball.
Leeds United and Sunderland, both promoted from the Championship, meet in a July 30 friendly at Red Bull Arena, featuring World Cup alumni and televised on ESPN2.
Baylor's 2026 Paradise Jam schedule has been announced, featuring a Nov. 27 matchup against Penn State and a later game against either Seton Hall or South Florida in the U.S. Virgin Islands. The event will be broadcast on ESPN+ and supported by Central National Bank.
ESPN has acquired media rights to the Women’s Pro Baseball League for the 2026 season, promising 37 games, exclusive postseason coverage, and a new platform for women’s professional baseball.
ESPN has locked in broadcast rights for the first season of the Women's Pro Baseball League, showcasing four teams at Springfield’s historic Robin Roberts Stadium and highlighting the league’s commitment to women’s sports.
With general manager Michael Lombardi on administrative leave, head coach Bill Belichick is reshaping the squad ahead of a season‑opening clash in Dublin, while transfers and a new quarterbacks coach add fresh layers to the team's outlook.
A new partnership between ESPN and The CW will stream NASCAR races on the ESPN App through 2031, beginning with the Iowa Speedway event on August 8. The deal expands access for fans without traditional TV coverage and marks a shift toward over‑the‑top sports broadcasting.
BYU opens the Maui Invitational against Washington on November 23, with Arizona favored and BYU positioned as the second‑best team. The tournament offers a chance for a signature win that could boost BYU's non‑conference résumé.
Providence College’s men’s basketball team is set to compete in the 2026 Maui Invitational, beginning with a matchup against VCU on November 23 and continuing with a series of high‑stakes games that could reshape its postseason narrative.
Elise Woodward, a veteran sideline reporter and former Huskies basketball star, has been named the new radio play‑by‑play announcer for University of Washington football, becoming what appears to be the first full‑time female voice to call FBS games on a regular basis.
Ole Miss is set to face Clemson on Nov. 23 in the Southwest Maui Invitational, a game that marks the sixth all‑time meeting between the programs and headlines a 12‑game ESPN‑televised tournament that also features a prize‑filled fan sweepstakes.
The University of Oregon football program will showcase its roster and coaching staff at the 2026 Big Ten Football Media Days in Chicago, with a series of live press conferences and fan engagement opportunities before the September 5 season opener against Boise State.
The network’s latest scheduling move places the Cubs versus Reds game at 6 p.m. CT on Sunday, August 30, while the originally slated Astros-Mets contest shifts to a 3 p.m. ET afternoon start.
Elise Woodward, a longtime radio sideline reporter and former UW basketball star, has been named the Huskies' full‑time radio play‑by‑play voice, becoming the first woman to hold such a position in FBS football.
Amy Reif has been promoted to Director of Strategic Operations & Player Development for the Auburn Soccer program, leveraging eight years of operational leadership and a distinguished coaching career.
Georgia enters the 2026 season with a potent mix of offensive continuity, high‑priced defensive talent and championship odds that place it among the nation’s elite.
The Alabama Crimson Tide navigated a mixed 2026 season, secured a playoff berth, and now faces a revamped schedule and quarterback questions as they chase another national title.
After two seasons, ESPN is pulling the plug on the syndicated version of "Good Morning Football," a move that reflects a broader strategic shift after taking over NFL Network.
The new partnership brings a sitcom‑style commercial, directed by Mike Bernstein, to screens and streams as the fall football season looms.