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mlb

Tarik Skubal Limits World Baseball Classic Participation to Single Pool Play Start

Reigning AL Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal will pitch once for Team USA in Houston before returning to Detroit Tigers spring training to prepare for the 2026 season.

Feb 23, 2026 · 4 min

nfl

Stephen Jones: Cowboys Leaning Toward George Pickens Franchise Tag

Executive vice president Stephen Jones confirms the Dallas Cowboys are leaning toward using the franchise tag on Pro Bowl wide receiver George Pickens.

Feb 23, 2026 · 3 min

nba

Projecting the 12-Man 2028 USA Basketball Roster for the Los Angeles Games

As the national program enters a transition phase, we analyze the potential 12-man 2028 USA basketball roster designed to face a rising international field.

Feb 23, 2026 · 3 min

nba

USA Basketball 2028: Program Shifts to New Coach for Los Angeles Olympics

USA Basketball 2028 enters a fresh cycle featuring a new coach and pivotal roster decisions for the upcoming Los Angeles Olympic Games.

Feb 23, 2026 · 3 min

nba

NBA Levies $35,000 Fines Against Scotty Pippen Jr. and Myron Gardner

Memphis Grizzlies guard Scotty Pippen Jr. and Miami Heat forward Myron Gardner were each penalized $35,000 by the NBA on Monday following a weekend altercation.

Feb 23, 2026 · 3 min

mlb

Buster Olney Ranks MLB's Best Third Basemen: Ramirez, Bregman, and Machado

Buster Olney identifies the premier talent at the hot corner, ranking Jose Ramirez, Alex Bregman, and Manny Machado among the top 10 third basemen in MLB.

Feb 23, 2026 · 3 min

nfl

Atlanta Falcons Designate Kyle Pitts Sr. as Franchise Tag Recipient

The Atlanta Falcons have decided to utilize the franchise tag on tight end Kyle Pitts Sr. to prevent him from reaching free agency.

Feb 23, 2026 · 3 min

nba

Kevin Durant Targets 2028 Summer Games in Los Angeles

NBA veteran Kevin Durant told ESPN he intends to compete in the 2028 Summer Games held in Los Angeles.

Feb 23, 2026 · 3 min

nba

Suns Lose Dillon Brooks for 4-6 Weeks Following Broken Left Hand Injury

Phoenix Suns guard Dillon Brooks is expected to miss four to six weeks of action after sustaining a broken left hand during a win over Orlando.

Feb 23, 2026 · 3 min

soccer

IFAB Law Changes: World Cup to Debut 5-Second Throw-In and Goal Kick Limits

Football lawmakers are introducing 5-second countdowns for throw-ins and goal kicks to accelerate match tempo at this summer's FIFA World Cup.

Feb 23, 2026 · 4 min

tennis

Andy Roddick Joins ESPN for Multiyear Wimbledon and US Open Coverage

Tennis Hall of Famer Andy Roddick signs a multiyear deal with ESPN to serve as a match commentator and studio analyst for Grand Slam events.

Feb 23, 2026 · 3 min

mlb

Guardians Sign Rhys Hoskins to Minor League Deal with $1.5M Roster Incentive

First baseman Rhys Hoskins joins the Cleveland Guardians on a minor league contract following a 12-homer season with the Milwaukee Brewers.

Feb 23, 2026 · 4 min

mlb

Orioles Sign Thairo Estrada to Minor League Deal Following Westburg Injury

The Baltimore Orioles signed 30-year-old Thairo Estrada to a minor league contract with a spring training invitation to address depth needs.

Feb 23, 2026 · 3 min

mlb

Cubs Sign Michael Conforto to Minor League Deal After .199 Dodgers Season

Free agent outfielder Michael Conforto and the Chicago Cubs have agreed to a minor league contract following his stint with the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Feb 23, 2026 · 3 min

soccer

Gianluca Prestianni Suspended for Real Madrid Return After Article 14 Violation

UEFA has provisionally sidelined Gianluca Prestianni for Wednesday's Champions League tie following a 10-minute match stoppage in the first leg.

Feb 23, 2026 · 5 min

mma

Paul Hughes vs Jay Jay Wilson Headlines PFL Belfast on April 16

Irish lightweight Paul Hughes returns to the SSE Arena to face New Zealander Jay Jay Wilson in a high-stakes PFL main event on April 16.

Feb 23, 2026 · 4 min

soccer

Arsenal Withstands Late Tottenham Surge to Secure 3-2 North London Derby Victory

A dominant first half featuring a Bukayo Saka strike and a Kai Havertz header propelled Arsenal to a 3-2 win over Tottenham Hotspur at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Feb 23, 2026 · 3 min

soccer

UKFPU Launches Investigations Into Online Racism Targeting Four Professional Footballers

The UK Football Policing Unit is investigating four separate incidents of online racial abuse directed at players including Tolu Arokodare and Romaine Mundle.

Feb 23, 2026 · 5 min