NASCAR’s Final Sprint: Iowa Corn 350 Leads a Packed August
NASCAR pauses before a jam‑packed stretch of racing that will dominate the sport through November, highlighted by the Iowa Corn 350 on USA Network.
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NASCAR pauses before a jam‑packed stretch of racing that will dominate the sport through November, highlighted by the Iowa Corn 350 on USA Network.

The 2026 Cup Series will finish with a string of fourteen consecutive races, beginning at Iowa Speedway and culminating with the Daytona finale, while NBC and USA Network split the broadcast load.

A look at the major sporting events, broadcast partners and key storylines shaping August 2026.

On August 23, 2024, the Miami Marlins will honor longtime broadcaster Tommy Hutton with a special ceremony, highlighting a career that spanned playing stints with multiple franchises and over 40 years in the broadcast booth.

Pro Football Focus has become a cornerstone of NFL analysis, but its grading system, broadcast presence and ownership ties spark debate among teams, players and fans.

Major League Baseball and NBC reveal the first slate of Sunday Night Baseball games for 2026, including a marquee Cubs‑Reds showdown at Wrigley Field and a reshuffled Astros‑Mets slot.

Veteran broadcaster Andrés Cantor recounts his most memorable World Cup moments, the cultural impact of Spanish-language coverage, and the challenges of calling a record-breaking 48-team tournament.
A rising star in NASCAR uses a recent race to highlight concerns about broadcast quality and audience engagement.

John Davidson's extensive history with the New York Rangers and Columbus Blue Jackets brings a wealth of playing, executive and broadcasting experience to the Buffalo Sabres, where he will serve as senior adviser.

From playing under her father’s guidance to shaping business strategies for the LA Galaxy and Anschutz Entertainment Group, Kara Korber blends her Georgetown roots with global soccer ambitions.

Fox Sports appoints Connor Onion as its new No. 2 college football voice, pairing him with analyst Robert Griffin III while veteran Jason Benetti moves to NBC.

Maggie Grace is set to portray Laney Whitlock, the CEO of Whitlock Racing, in AMC’s upcoming series ‘Thunder Road’, a drama that explores the legacy and rivalry of a racing dynasty.

Maggie Grace is set to portray Laney Whitlock, the chief executive of Whitlock Racing, in AMC's upcoming multi‑generational racing drama.

A recent personnel shift at Fox Sports sees Connor Onion ascend to the network’s second‑tier college football play‑by‑play seat, teaming with former NFL quarterback turned analyst Robert Griffin III. Meanwhile, veteran announcer Jason Benetti departs for NBC, where he will lead the network’s MLB coverage. The moves come as Fox Sports maintains its top‑tier duo of Gus Johnson and Joel Klatt, and as Griffin reflects on the mentorship he received from Benetti.

In recent appearances on MLB Network and NBC’s Sunday Night Baseball, Joey Votto opened up about his long tenure with the Cincinnati Reds, the franchise’s ups and downs, and the memory of being no‑hit by Roy Halladay in 2010. He also compared Boston Red Sox outfielder Roman Anthony to his own early development, sparking conversation about the next generation of talent.

Jamal Crawford has turned down a chance to join the University of Kentucky’s basketball staff, leaving a vacancy that may be filled under new NCAA rules.

LeBron James' free‑agent decision looms over the NBA, influencing team strategies, broadcast plans and the upcoming preseason schedule.

The New York Yankees will meet the Philadelphia Phillies on July 26 at 7:20 p.m. ET, broadcast on NBC and streamed via Peacock, which is complimentary for Walmart+ subscribers. The partnership introduces tiered Peacock plans, ad‑free upgrades, and extra benefits for Walmart+ members.

A look back at a 2013 survey that pitted Michael Jordan against LeBron James, revealing enduring opinions about the greatest of all time.

The 2026 World Cup transcended sport, turning American cities into vibrant cultural hubs where fans from Algeria, Norway, Scotland and beyond created unforgettable moments.

The popular soccer podcast Men in Blazers, born from a truce between Roger Bennett and ESPN, has grown into a major media brand, securing partnerships with NBC, Apple TV and others while launching new shows that spotlight women's and Latin American soccer.
The 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina became the most-watched soccer match in U.S. history, with Fox’s English broadcast reaching 38.9 million viewers and Telemundo’s Spanish feed adding 22.6 million.

The 2022 World Cup final drew 66 million U.S. viewers, igniting debate over MLS’s reliance on marquee signings versus building home‑grown fan bases, and pointing toward a future built on youth development and community connection.

Votto reflects on his transition to broadcasting, critiques the stigma around players from the performance‑enhancing drug era, and highlights the need for a more balanced conversation about baseball’s recent history.